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Potkopinu Section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail Photo: NPS Photo

Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail · Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee

The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is five sections of hiking trail running roughly parallel to the 444-mile long Natchez Trace Parkway scenic motor road.

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  • LocationTupelo, MS
  • Entrance No fee listed
  • HoursDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
  • Weather now94°F Overcast
  • Alerts 2 active alerts

The foot trails total more than 60 miles and offer opportunities to explore wetlands, swamps, hardwood forest, and the history of the area.

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A section of the Old Trace at Rocky Springs (MP 52.4-59)
A section of the Old Trace at Rocky Springs (MP 52.4-59) — NPS Photo

Alerts (2)

Park ClosurePartial Closure of Rocky Springs Trail The Rocky Springs section is closed from the Rocky Springs campground at milepost 55 to the northern terminus at milepos… Read more

The Rocky Springs section is closed from the Rocky Springs campground at milepost 55 to the northern terminus at milepost 59 until further notice. Visitors should observe posted closures. The trail is unsafe due to trail erosion and deteriorated bridges.

Park ClosureYockanookany Trail Section Closed to Equestrians The Yockanookany section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is closed to equestrian use effective immediately, d… Read more

The Yockanookany section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is closed to equestrian use effective immediately, due to safety concerns with trail bridges and boardwalks. The trail will remain open to pedestrians.

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Visitor Centers

  • Exterior of the Parkway Visitor Center

    Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center

    Visitor Center

    The National Park Service administers the scenic trail site through the Natchez Trace Parkway.Visitors are welcome to learn more about the scenic at the Parkway Visitor…

    2680 Natchez Trace Parkway, Tupelo, MS (800) 305-7417 Directions

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    The National Park Service administers the scenic trail site through the Natchez Trace Parkway.Visitors are welcome to learn more about the scenic at the Parkway Visitor Center, located at milepost 266 On the Natchez Trace Parkway near Tupelo, Mississippi. The Parkway Visitor Center is open every day of the year except Thanksgiving. December 25, and January 1 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Central Time).

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Hours

Daily, Sunrise to Sunset · Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

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  • Natchez Trace National Scenic TrailDaily, Sunrise to Sunset

    The Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is open every day during daylight hours. Severe weather resulting in washouts and downed trees can cause temporary trail closures. The trail is located entirely within the property boundaries of the Natchez Trace Parkway and questions about the trail and its condition should be directed to the Parkway's visitor center by calling 662-680-4027.

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Entrance fees

No entrance fees listed.

Address

2680 Natchez Trace Parkway
Tupelo, MS 38804

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Weather & conditions

94°F
Overcast · feels like 98°
  • Today 94° 71°
    Overcast
    53% rain
  • Tomorrow 87° 68°
    Overcast
    74% rain
  • Sunday 74° 70°
    Light rain shower
    92% rain

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What to expect by season

Mississippi, Alabama, and most of Tennessee are classified as humid subtropical climates. The weather ranges from mild winters to hot summers. Average high temperatures reach into the high 80's in summer, and into the high 40's in winter. Thunderstorms are common in Mississippi, especially in the southern part of the state, and from June through November, the state is occasionally affected by hurricanes moving north from the Gulf of Mexico. Check local forecasts to plan your trip.

Photos

  • A fork in the trail with directional signs
    Access to the Yockanookany section of the National Scenic Trail at Cypress Swamp (MP 122) — NPS Photo

Getting There

2680 Natchez Trace Parkway
Tupelo, MS 38804

Directions to the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail vary greatly depending on what section you are trying to reach. For specific questions concerning how to get to a certain section or trail head of the National Scenic Trail, please call the Visitor Center at 662-680-4027.

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Mailing address: 2680 Natchez Trace Parkway, Tupelo, MS 38804

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