The Natchez Trace Parkway commemorates a historic travel route that helped build the young United States. The Parkway 444 miles, with plenty of stops to allow you to explore some of the history or enjoy the scenery along the way.
Natchez Trace Parkway
Parkway · AL, MS, TN
The Natchez Trace Parkway is a 444-mile recreational road and scenic drive through three states. It roughly follows the "Old Natchez Trace," a historic travel corridor used by American Indians, "Kaintucks," European settlers, slave traders, soldiers, and future presidents. Today, people can enjoy a scenic drive as well as hiking, biking, horseback riding, and camping along the Parkway.
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesCurrent Park Closures
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Campgrounds Available
How this is rated
Good: campgrounds available in this park3 campgrounds
Visitor Centers
Good4 visitor centers
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available29 activities
Park Name
InfoNatchez Trace Parkway
Designation
InfoParkway
State(s)
InfoAL, MS, TN
Phone
Info6626804027
natr_interpretation@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe Natchez Trace Parkway motor road is open all year, day and night. Operating hours for information centers and some locations do vary. Severe weather resulting in washouts and downed trees can cause temporary road closures. Questions about road condition should be directed to the Parkway's visitor center by calling 1-800-305-7417.
Visitor Center: Parkway Visitor Center Milepost 266
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Visitor Center: Mount Locust Information Center Milepost 15.5
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Visitor Center: Meriwether Lewis Visitor Information Center Milepost 385.9
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Themes & Topics
InfoArchitecture and Building, African American Heritage, Archeology + 18 more
Weather Info
InfoMississippi, Alabama, and most of Tennessee are classified as humid subtropical climates. The weather ranges from mild winters to hot summers. Average high temperatures reach into the high 90's in sum
Getting There
InfoDirections to the Natchez Trace Parkway vary depending on what part of the tri-state Parkway you are trying to reach. There are more than 50 roads that access the Parkway in Tennessee, Alabama, and Mi
Location
Info33.7800° N, -89.0309° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website