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Natchez Trace Parkway Read with a Ranger Program: “Stellaluna”
The Natchez Trace Parkway invites children and their families to come enjoy the Read with a Ranger program at 10:00 am on Saturday, March 10, 2018, at the Parkway Visitor Center.
Mary Risser Recognized as the NPS Traffic Safety Coalition’s Superintendent of the Year
The National Park Service (NPS) Traffic Safety Coalition recognized Mary Risser as the 2017 Superintendent of the Year.
Natchez Trace Parkway Issues Request for Proposals for Tupelo Homesteads
The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking proposals for the use of eight historic houses and their associated outbuildings at the Natchez Trace Parkway.
String Band to Perform Acoustic Music
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.
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
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!
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
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
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.
