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Natchez Trace Parkway
Bicycling

Bicycling has become a popular activity on the Natchez Trace Parkway.  The information found here will help you plan your trip.  To ensure a safe and enjoyable trip, bicyclists are encouraged NOT to use the following areas during heavy traffic periods: Clinton to Ridgeland, Mississippi, Milepost 87-103, from 7:00-9:00 a.m.and from 4:00-6:00 p.m.and Tupelo, Mississippi, Mileposts 258-268, from 7:00-8:30 a.m. and 3:00-5:00 p.m. on weekdays.  Please use the following to make your trip a success:

Rules

Camping

Public Transportation

Bicycle Services

Supplies/Food

Ranger Offices and Drinking Water Locations

If you are planning an organized or group ride, a special use permit is required.  If we can be of further assistance with your travel plans, especially as they pertain to the Parkway, please write or call us at 1-800-305-7417 or 662-680-4027. 

We hope you will make the Parkway a part of your travel plans and that you will enjoy our colorful scenery, history, and southern hospitality.
Boatmen from the Ohio River Valley walked along the Natchez Trace.  

Did You Know?
The "Kaintucks", or boatmen from the Ohio River Valley, would walk approximately 500 miles from Natchez to Nashville along the Natchez Trace in about 30 days.

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Last Updated: May 21, 2008 at 12:46 EST