The Natchez Trace

This historic, 444-mile scenic parkway links Natchez with Nashville and crosses some of the most beautiful terrain in the states of MS, AL and TN.

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At 806 feet, Woodall Mountain is Mississippi's highest point — and it sits right along the Natchez Trace Parkway at milepost 293.4. A quiet stop worth pulling over for.

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A new Mississippi Freedom Trail marker on the DSU campus honors their courage, one of 40+ across the state telling Mississippi's civil rights story.
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Starting April 15, the Double Arch Bridge near Nashville will close for construction through spring 2027. The parkway will be closed between mileposts 437 and 440 during that time.

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April is National Volunteer Month — and the Natchez Trace Parkway runs on the people who show up for it.
Thousands of volunteer hours. 444 miles of history kept beautiful. 🙌 Learn how to get involved → link in bio.
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The Natchez Trace Parkway has been nominated for Best Scenic Drive by the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, and we need your vote! Voting is open now through May 4. 🗳️🌳🚐 Vote here: https://t.co/qary8KDflX

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🔔 Planning a trip? Stay in the know with the latest National Park Service updates for the Natchez Trace Parkway. 🛣️⛺ Check here before you go: https://t.co/kIW3cgeKB8 #PlanAhead #KnowBeforeYouGo

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We're making some changes. 🚦🫣

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We love seeing Tishomingo County recognized as one of Mississippi’s most colorful destinations, from its scenic overlooks to waterfalls and rock formations that make every stop feel like something new.
Read more:
https://t.co/EVecrhWfyP
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🌸 Spring has arrived at Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield in Baldwin, Mississippi.
📍 Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site

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Nearly 8 million visits. 🌿 The Natchez Trace Parkway ranked #4 in the entire National Park System in 2025, and we think you know why. Thank you to every traveler, cyclist, hiker, and history lover who made the Trace their destination last year.
Read more: https://t.co/ZtEcjcpKpP

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Family-friendly and made for the scenic route 🚗
The Natchez Trace Parkway offers easy trails, pull-offs and plenty of places to explore together. A perfect day trip for all ages.
Read more: https://t.co/RNtpC4Fzhw
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Spring along the Natchez Trace Parkway means one thing: dogwoods in bloom. 🌸
Southern Living recently highlighted the Parkway as one of the best places in the South to see these iconic spring blooms.
Read more:
https://t.co/m3gguKLTxJ
#NatchezTraceParkway #DogwoodSeason

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Chasing rainbows along the Trace today. 🌈
Happy St. Patrick’s Day — may your drive be scenic and your stops be lucky. 🍀

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🚗🌿 Planning your next adventure on the Natchez Trace? Check out our blog for trip inspiration, insider tips, and the latest updates! 💚 Discover hidden gems, scenic stops, and can’t-miss events along the Parkway.
https://t.co/vl1sZPz5hU
#ExploreTheTrace #NatchezTraceBlog

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March is a great time for birdwatching along the Parkway as spring migration begins. 🐦
Thank you, Modern South, for highlighting this great spot along the Trace.

Read more about why Ridgeland is such a great birding destination:
https://t.co/J2iGlNQwUL

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How we’re using our extra hour of sunlight ☀️
🏃 A run along the Trace
🚲 A bike ride through the trees
🍽️ Dinner outside after a day well spent
Longer days mean more time to explore the Natchez Trace Parkway.
#NatchezTraceParkway #FindYourPark #DaylightSavings #ExploreTheTrace

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Spring is waking up along the Trace. 🌼 The perfect time to get out and explore what the Parkway has to offer!

#springonthetrace #findyourpark #natcheztraceparkway

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#TrailTuesday: Meriwether Lewis Loop Trail 🌲
Located at the Meriwether Lewis National Monument along the Natchez Trace Parkway, this scenic ~4.5-mile loop winds through hardwood forest, across creeks, and rolling Tennessee hills. 🥾🌿

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The Natchez Trace Parkway is more than a scenic drive; it’s an All-American Road, recognized for its exceptional cultural, historic, and natural value. 🌿🚗

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Looking for your next scenic drive idea? 🌄🚗
Mississippi’s got some of the most beautiful routes — including the Natchez Trace Parkway.

Read about nine of the best here 👇
https://t.co/edYwpja3hC

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