The Natchez Trace Parkway invites visitors to enjoy the talents and sounds of local musicians at the Parkway Information Cabin on February 17, 2018, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.
String Band to Perform Acoustic Music
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Visitation Numbers for 2017 Released
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Visitation Numbers for 2017 Released
During 2017, the Natchez Trace Parkway experienced an overall significant increase in the number of recreational visits over the 2016 figures.
Yockanookany Trail Open with Restrictions
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Yockanookany Trail Open with Restrictions
Partial closures are in effect for equestrian use of the Yockanookany section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail.
Natchez Trace Parkway News Release – No Trucks!
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Natchez Trace Parkway News Release – No Trucks!
The number of tractor trailers on the Parkway has steadily increased. Rangers and dispatchers have been tracking the most common entrance and exit points for truck traffic in an attempt to reduce the number of trucks illegally accessing the road. Based on the data collected, they created a new sign plan that provides a clear notice to truckers that the Parkway is off limits.
Controlled Burn at Chickasaw Village
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Controlled Burn at Chickasaw Village
Weather depending, the Natchez Trace Parkway will conduct a prescribed fire (controlled burn) on Friday, January 26 at the Chickasaw Village site.
Natchez Trace Parkway Accessible to Public during Government Shutdown
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Natchez Trace Parkway Accessible to Public during Government Shutdown
During the shutdown of the federal government due to the lapse of appropriations, Natchez Trace Parkway will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures.
Yockanookany Trail Closure
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Yockanookany Trail Closure
Due to safety concerns with trail bridges, the Yockanookany section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is closed to equestrian use. Horseback riders should observe posted closures and caution is advised on all trails.
Road Closures and Travel Advisory: UPDATE
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Road Closures and Travel Advisory: UPDATE
Natchez Trace Parkway law enforcement rangers recommend travelers avoid several sections of the Parkway due to hazardous roadway conditions. Snow and ice covers much of the Parkway in Tennessee and Alabama. Shaded areas in Mississippi continue to thaw slowly, but still pose roadway hazards.
Natchez Trace Parkway Road Closures and Travel Advisory
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Natchez Trace Parkway Road Closures and Travel Advisory
A travel advisory is in effect for the entire Natchez Trace Parkway. Ice and snow are accumulating rapidly. Rangers report hazardous conditions, especially on bridges and overpasses, and are responding to multiple motor vehicle accidents and collisions. Rangers advise travelers to stay off the Parkway.
The Natchez Trace Makes Top Lists (And Why You Should Put It On Yours)
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The Natchez Trace Makes Top Lists (And Why You Should Put It On Yours)
As we all know, it has been pretty cold along the Natchez Trace Parkway. We recently made the case for why winter is a great time to visit the trace, and it seems folks may agree! The Trace saw nearly 700,000 visitors during the last month of 2014. That’s an increase of over 200,000 visitors from the same time last year. That figure also puts the 444 mile scenic byway on track to near 7 million visitors for the year, and be quite the contender in the Top 10 Most Visit National Park Service Sites. Those aren’t bad numbers to kick off the new year and begin the celebration of the National Park Services Centennial in 2016!
Natchez Trace Parkway Winter Weather and Traveler Advisory
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Natchez Trace Parkway Winter Weather and Traveler Advisory
A traveler advisory is in effect for the northern terminus of the Natchez Trace Parkway from the Tennessee/Alabama line (milepost 342) to Nashville, TN (milepost 444).
The Natchez Trace String Band to Perform at the Parkway Information Cabin
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The Natchez Trace String Band to Perform at the Parkway Information Cabin
The Natchez Trace Parkway invites visitors to enjoy the talents and sounds of local musicians at the Parkway Information Cabin on January 20, 2018, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am.
“WONDERS OF THE WINTER STARS!”
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“WONDERS OF THE WINTER STARS!”
Rainwater Observatory in French Camp, Mississippi will be offering a free program for this winter season called “WONDERS OF THE WINTER STARS!”
Natchez Trace Parkway Trail Volunteer Training Event
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Natchez Trace Parkway Trail Volunteer Training Event
Natchez Trace Parkway Trail Volunteer Training Event
Saturday, January 13 at Parkway Ridgeland Maintenance Office, Milepost 102.4
Early Morning Traffic Safety Checkpoints
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Early Morning Traffic Safety Checkpoints
Natchez Trace Parkway Rangers have conducted early morning traffic safety checkpoints around the Tupelo area. These checkpoints are designed to remove impaired drivers, unlicensed drivers, and unlawfully operated vehicles from the Parkway during periods of peak traffic.
Natchez Trace Parkway Removes Stairs from Emerald Mound
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Natchez Trace Parkway Removes Stairs from Emerald Mound
In an effort to preserve Emerald Mound, the Natchez Trace Parkway (Parkway) removed the stairs that lead to the top of one of its secondary mounds.
Icon Entertainment Group is Proud to See the Johnny Cash Museum and Patsy Cline Museum Both Mentioned in National Geographic’s “The Cool List 2018”
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Icon Entertainment Group is Proud to See the Johnny Cash Museum and Patsy Cline Museum Both Mentioned in National Geographic’s “The Cool List 2018”
Icon Entertainment Group is Proud to See the Johnny Cash Museum and Patsy Cline Museum Both Mentioned in National Geographic’s “The Cool List 2018”
Visitor Services Reduced as Natchez Trace Parkway Renovates Visitor Center
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Visitor Services Reduced as Natchez Trace Parkway Renovates Visitor Center
The Parkway Visitor Center will be closed for renovations starting January 1, 2018, and is expected to remain closed until February 12, 2018.
