September is not only a time to enjoy the changing seasons but also an opportunity to celebrate Agritourism and Hispanic Heritage Month on the Natchez Trace Parkway. The Parkway is […]
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The Natchez Trace Parkway: A Hiking Heaven
The Natchez Trace Parkway: A Hiking Heaven
For your hiking enjoyment, the Natchez Trace Parkway offers over 25 nature and guided trails that range from 1/8 to 2.5 miles. You’ll find five hiking sections of the Natchez Trace National Scenic […]
Explore the Natchez Trace Parkway from NE Mississippi to Alabama
Explore the Natchez Trace Parkway from NE Mississippi to Alabama
Prepare to be uplifted: As the rolling hills of Mississippi grow steeper, giving way to the lower Appalachian peaks of Alabama, the Natchez Trace Parkway leads through an 80-mile stretch […]
Fall in Love the Waterfalls of the Trace
Fall in Love the Waterfalls of the Trace
As you journey along the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway, you’ll encounter more than just picturesque landscapes and historical landmarks. Nestled amidst the lush greenery of the American South, you’ll find […]
Exploring Chickasaw County: Welcoming a New Member to the Natchez Trace Compact
Exploring Chickasaw County: Welcoming a New Member to the Natchez Trace Compact
Nestled within the heart of Mississippi lies Chickasaw County, a region steeped in rich history and brimming with Southern charm. Recently welcomed as a new member of the Natchez Trace […]
Celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week on the Natchez Trace Parkway
Celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week on the Natchez Trace Parkway
May 19 – 25 celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week, a time dedicated to celebrating the beauty and wonder of exploration. We invite you to join us in commemorating this […]
Sounds of the South
Sounds of the South
The Natchez Trace Parkway, nestled in the core of the American South, is celebrated not only for its scenic splendor but also for its rich musical legacy. For many years, […]
Culinary Delights Along the Natchez Trace Parkway: A Gastronomic Journey Through the South
Culinary Delights Along the Natchez Trace Parkway: A Gastronomic Journey Through the South
The Natchez Trace Parkway is not just a scenic route through history; it’s also a culinary adventure waiting to be savored. Stretching 444 miles from Nashville, Tennessee, to Natchez, Mississippi, […]
Port Gibson – “A Town Too Beautiful to Burn”
Port Gibson – “A Town Too Beautiful to Burn”
“The Town Too Beautiful to Burn” – General Ulysses S. Grant As the communities supporting the Natchez Trace Parkway, we would like to welcome our newest member, Port Gibson, located […]
Embrace the Vibrant Spirit of Spring: Events on the Natchez Trace Parkway
Embrace the Vibrant Spirit of Spring: Events on the Natchez Trace Parkway
As winter comes to an end and spring comes around with warmer weather, there’s no better time to immerse yourself in the beauty and festivities of spring on the Natchez […]
Exploring the Rich History of The Natchez Trace
Exploring the Rich History of The Natchez Trace
Nestled in the Southeast U.S. is the Natchez Trace Parkway, a 444-mile historical and ecological treasure. The Natchez Trace travel corridor has been an avenue of travel, trade, change, […]
Ridgeland, Mississippi: New Bikeshare Program, Brand AND Visitors Center
Ridgeland, Mississippi: New Bikeshare Program, Brand AND Visitors Center
In an exciting development for locals and visitors alike, the Ridgeland Tourism Commission (RTC) proudly shared its latest venture: the grand opening of Ridgeland’s new visitors center, Bikeshare Program and […]
Seven Things You Must See on the Natchez Trace Parkway
Seven Things You Must See on the Natchez Trace Parkway
Seven Things You Must See on the Natchez Trace Parkway It’s just you and the road, baby. Whether you’re a hiker, road-tripper, cyclist, picnicker (or a combination of all four), it’s […]
Christmas Along the Natchez Trace Parkway
Christmas Along the Natchez Trace Parkway
‘Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to embrace the holiday spirit than by embarking on a festive journey along the Natchez Trace Parkway this Christmas, unwrap […]
Exploring the Mississippi Hills: A Culinary Adventure on the Farm-to-Fork Foodie Trail
Exploring the Mississippi Hills: A Culinary Adventure on the Farm-to-Fork Foodie Trail
The Mississippi Hills region is a treasure trove of rich agricultural traditions and vibrant culinary delights. And now, there’s an exciting new way to experience it all. In collaboration with […]
Fall Foliage, Camping and Hiking on the Natchez Trace Parkway
Fall Foliage, Camping and Hiking on the Natchez Trace Parkway
As summer is coming to a close, we say hello to the beauty that is autumn. The Natchez Trace, a 444-mile-long historic route connecting Natchez, Mississippi, and Nashville, Tennessee, […]
NATCHEZ TRACE COMPACT PRESENTED 2023 NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY AWARD
NATCHEZ TRACE COMPACT PRESENTED 2023 NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY AWARD
NATCHEZ TRACE COMPACT PRESENTED 2023 NATIONAL SCENIC BYWAY AWARD Tupelo, Miss. – The Natchez Trace Compact was recently presented as the winner of the 2023 Byway Organization Award for Communications […]
National Park Week 2023
National Park Week 2023
“…for the benefit and enjoyment of all…” The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and […]