Biking, Hiking & Driving

Start here if you’re going to be biking, hiking, or driving on the Natchez trace parkway soon. Great tips from others who’ve been there and have great tips and advice to share.

Bicycling The Trace: Where To Park Your Car

Lynnette

Where should you park your car if you're going to bike the entire length of the Natchez Trace Parkway -- from Tennessee to Mississippi? Here is some advice from fellow bicyclists...

Have You Seen The Slowski’s On The Natchez Trace Parkway Yet?

Lynnette

Who are the Slowski's? They're the older couple that I always see driving on the Natchez Trace Parkway. I liken them to Bill & Karolyn Slowsky -- those two turtles of Comcast commercial fame. Here is my tribute to the Slowski's.

Shannon Bowers Bikes Natchez Trace Parkway To Bring Awareness For Barriers & Medians

Lynnette

Shannon Bowers is biking the Natchez Trace Parkway from Nashville, Tennessee to Natchez, Mississippi in honor of her brother, Braden Bowers who died while bicycling. She is hoping to bring greater awareness of the need for barriers in medians of four-lane and interstate highways.

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Tips For A Daytrip On The Natchez Trace Parkway In Tennessee

Lynnette

Here are directions to the Natchez Trace Parkway -- from Nashville, Tennessee. Plus fun things to see and do on an afternoon roadtrip along the Trace. If this is your first time visiting the Natchez Trace Parkway, check here...

Motorcycling The Natchez Trace: Everyone’s Doin’ It!

Lynnette

The Natchez Trace Parkway has become a leading tour route for motorcyclists from all over the country. EVERYONE wants to 'ride the Trace' at some point in time! As I sit here with motorcycle envy READING about motorcycles, rather than riding them... I share with you my favorite Natchez Trace trip reports, photos, videos, and side trips from others who've been there, done that.

‘Share The Road’ On The Natchez Trace Parkway

Lynnette

It's not uncommon to find joggers, bikers, RVers, and motorcyclists happily sharing the road on the Natchez Trace Parkway. And sometimes, you'll even see a horseback rider or two! Plus, you've got your road walkers, and tourists hopping in & out of their cars in the process of snapping photographs, and even those who like to walk across the one-of-a-kind bridges found on the Natchez Trace. Share the road?... Yep, on the Natchez Trace Parkway we do!

Gypsy Journal’s Review: RVing The Natchez Trace Parkway

Lynnette

Nick and Terry rode the Natchez Trace Parkway in an RV, starting from the southernmost point in Natchez, Mississippi and ending at the northernmost tip in Nashville, Tennessee. This is their personal report highlighting many stops along the way.

Natchez Trace Hike Planned For Saturday, Feb. 10

Lynnette

The Harpeth River Watershed Association has scheduled a 2-mile hike on the Natchez Trace Parkway near Nashville. Led by Robert Brandt, this hike is known as the Loveless To Leiper's tour. The public is welcome to attend.

Road Walking The Natchez Trace Parkway

Lynnette

While there are a fair amount of walking and hiking trails along the Natchez Trace Parkway -- especially near the rest stops and tourist facilities -- the fact of the matter is, you will find many people walking on the roadway itself. Why? It's a great way to get some exercise and see some of the most beautiful countryside in America!

First Time Motorcycling The Natchez Trace

Lynnette

Marty shares 'turn by turn' and 'stop by stop' what it's like to ride your motorcycle along the Natchez Trace Parkway for the first time.

Tips For Biking The Natchez Trace Parkway

Lynnette

The Natchez Trace has been designated as one of the Top 10 U.S. Biking Routes. In fact, the entire length of the Natchez Trace Parkway is designated as a bicycle tour route. However, there are no shoulders or designated bike lanes. Here are some tips for bicycling on the Natchez Trace Parkway...