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The Natchez Trace Parkway winds through Mississippi (courtesy, Mississippi Development Authority)
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  • Coast along the Trace, 444 paved miles connecting Natchez, Miss., to Nashville, Tenn. Scenic terrain and light traffic make this path idyllic for bikers, but avoid the greater Jackson and Tupelo, Miss., areas during rush hour.
  • Visit Shiloh National Military Park, site of a bloody Civil War battle in 1862. Historical reenactments take place from April to October, with a major living-history demonstration each April to commemorate the event.
  • Go for a horseback ride on the 18-mile Witch Dance Horse Trail in Mississippi's Tombigbee National Forest.
  • If you're traveling south to north, finish off your tour with a welcome feast at Nashville's Loveless Cafe, where you’ll replenish some energy with mouthwatering Southern cuisine such as fried chicken, scratch biscuits, and BBQ ribs.
  • Many bikers pedal the trail from end to end, camping along the way. Five bicyclist-only campgrounds are strategically placed along the Trace, in addition to three campgrounds open to everyone. All campgrounds are primitive but free and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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  • I want to do the Natchez Parkway with a 5th wheel. Starting from Nashville. Where do I get on the Parkway and are the campgrounds plentyfull? I plan on starting Nov 20th. Thanks in advance. Gilles Audet
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  • I want to go seeing the fall colors in TN on Natchez Trace and would like to know when the best time to go for it? I was thinking the last weekend of Oct. But the leaves are starting to turn here and I wouldn't want to miss the peek of the season.
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  • where is the location in Mississippi that the natchez trace parkway ends?
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Hotels

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Loews Vanderbilt Hotel Nashville

2100 West End Avenue
Nashville, TN 37035 Map

Distance: 403.3 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Embassy Suites Nashville - at Vanderbilt

1811 Broadway
Nashville, TN 37203 Map

Distance: 403.5 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 4 class stars

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Best Western Music Row

1407 Division St.
Nashville, TN 37203 Map

Distance: 403.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars

Expert Rated & Recommended
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Attractions

Historic Trace at Rocky Springs

expert favorite attraction
Visitor center at Milepost 266


Distance: 18.8 mi. (from destination center)

Description: This trail explores the historic site of Rocky Springs, along with a section of the original Natchez Trace.... Read More
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Meriwether Lewis Park and Monument

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Natchez Trace Parkway and Highway 20
Hohenwald, Tennessee

Distance: 345.4 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Meriwether Lewis Monument was erected in 1848 and can be seen along the Natchez Trace Parkway. The campground is open to the public and offers a picnic area, hiking trails, and restrooms. ... Read More
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Grand Ole Opry House

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Nine miles east of downtown Nashville
2804 Opryland Dr.
Nashville, Tennessee 37214

Distance: 410.2 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Called the "home of American music," Nashville's legendary Opry House has hosted hundreds of... Read More
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Airports

Major Airports near Natchez Trace Parkway

Distance (mi.)
New Orleans Louis Armstrong International Airport 127.6 map
Memphis International Airport 248.9 map
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport 268.7 map

Other Smaller Airports near Natchez Trace Parkway

Distance (mi.)
Baton Rouge Ryan Airport 75.9 map
Monroe Municipal Airport 76.3 map
Jackson International Airport 82.7 map

Flight Deals to Natchez Trace Parkway

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Pittsburgh (PIT) to New Orleans (MSY) $149
Atlanta (ATL) to New Orleans (MSY) $156
Baltimore (BWI) to New Orleans (MSY) $162
Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to New Orleans (MSY) $168
Kansas City (MKC) to New Orleans (MSY) $171

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