We live near the Natchez Trace Parkway in Nashville. We’ve driven, biked, motorcycled, RV’d & walked it. Here’s how to enjoy The Trace if you only have 1 hour.
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10 Reasons The Natchez Trace Pkwy Should Be On Your Bucket List
I live near the Natchez Trace Pkwy. I’ve spent a lot of time hiking, biking, picnicking, motorcycling, jeeping, camping, and walking my dog there. It ROCKS!
What It’s Like To Drive On The Natchez Trace Parkway
Thinking of taking a drive along the Natchez Trace Parkway? Here are some tips and reviews from others who’ve been there, done that.
Tips For Out Of Towners Planning A Trip To The Natchez Trace Parkway
Is this your first time driving on the Natchez Trace Parkway? You’re in luck… There are plenty of fun sights to see along the Natchez Trace Parkway ANY time of year. Here are some ideas…
Where Does The Speed Limit Change On The Natchez Trace Parkway?
The one and only place the speed limit changes on the Natchez Trace Parkway in Tennessee is between milemarker 428.7 and milemarker 429.5 in Leiper’s Fork, TN. But wait, a point of clarification is in order…
Is It A Dotted Line?… Or A Double Yellow Line?… Can You Pass On The Natchez Trace Parkway?
Did you know?… When you’re driving along the Natchez Trace Parkway in Tennessee, there is absolutely no passing from Milemarker 428 all the way til the end of the Parkway at Milemarker 444.
Have You Seen The Slowski’s On The Natchez Trace Parkway Yet?
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.
Just How Much Traffic Will You Find On The Natchez Trace Parkway?
I’m often asked questions like, ‘How much bike traffic is there on the Trace?’ And when it comes to motorcycles, cars, trucks & RV’s… ‘How many people drive on the Natchez Trace Parkway anyway?’
‘Share The Road’ On The Natchez Trace Parkway
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!
What’s The Speed Limit On The Natchez Trace Parkway?
Not only are commercial vehicles prohibited on the Natchez Trace Parkway, but the speed limit is closely regulated as well. In fact, the maximum speed limit along the Natchez Trace Parkway is 50 mph most of the way. And for one long stretch of roadway, it’s only 40 mph.
Speeding Tickets On The Natchez Trace Parkway
If you’re thinking, ‘They probably don’t patrol the Natchez Trace Parkway anyway…’ Think again.
What Is The Terrain Like Along The Natchez Trace?
The terrain is noticeably different on the southern end of the Trace — in Mississippi, as opposed to the northern end — in Tennessee. Here’s what you can expect…
