Natchez trace parkway

Here are 30 great stops on the Natchez Trace Parkway. From historical to scenic to cultural sites. Check out all the best stops on the trace.

The Natchez Trace Parkway is is a 444 mile-long, scenic road that generally follows the path of the Old Natchez Trace from Natchez, Mississippi to Nashville, Tennessee. This All-American Road and National Scenic Byway takes you through history with Native American burial mounds, Civil Wars sites, and well worn boatman trails. Read to see why the Natchez Trace is an epic United States road trip!

A Natchez Trace road trip is the perfect relaxing trip allowing you to slow down and really enjoy the history of the area.

Prioritize these road trip highlights while driving the historic 444 mile national scenic byway through Tennessee, Alabama, and Mississippi.

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We drove the Natchez Trace Parkway from Tennessee through Alabama and into Mississippi. All 444 miles. If you're looking for an amazing road trip in an RV (or otherwise) you'll love our detailed itinerary with mile marker stops you shouldn't miss. Vacation, weekend road trip or bucket list destination trip - you'll love everything about driving this amazing byway!

The ultimate guide to where to stop along the Natchez Trace Parkway, including which hotels to choose and the best things to do near each stop

With several parks, a lake, and waterfall, this tiny town has a lot to offer.

If you just have one day to explore the Natchez Trace Parkway, the Tennessee section of the Natchez Trace offers a great glimpse of nature and history.

Looking for the perfect fall getaway? Take to the Natchez Trace Parkway and enjoy Southern charm, intriguing history and beautiful sights.