Bicycling the Natchez Trace Parkway

The Natchez Trace Parkway bicycle route spans 444 miles between Natchez, Mississippi and Nashville, Tennessee.

Cyclists gliding by Burns Branch on the Natchez Trace Parkway.

Cyclist looking north at milepost 100 on the Natchez Trace Parkway.

Alabama - Biking over the Tennessee River.

Mississippi - photo op at the Southern Terminus

Natchez Trace Parkway near the MS Hwy 553 exit at milepost 10.

Redbuds starting to bloom on the Natchez Trace near milepost 430.

Cyclist enjoying fall foliage on the Natchez Trace at milepost 431.

Mississippi - Cyclist taking a break near milepost 19

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Top 10 Reasons to Bicycle the Natchez Trace Parkway

Natchez Trace Parkway Road Rehabilitation and Paving Project

August 16, 2023:
A section of the Parkway south of Tupelo, MS closed for road rehabilitation and paving between milepost 239.2 (intersection with MS Hwy 32) and milepost 256.9 (intersection with MS 6/US 278).

Update on December 14, 2023:
The closed section of the Parkway, from milepost 239.2 to milepost 256.9, has reopened to traffic.

Travelers should expect single-lane closures into Summer 2024. Work continues to add an additional layer of asphalt, add permanent striping, and grade the shoulder.

My (Randy Fought at NatchezTraceTravel.com) educated guess is that only a couple miles or less of the 17 miles will be single-lane at any given time. When cycling always wear brightly colored clothing and have both front and rear flashing lights on your bicycle.

Looking to take a Self Guided Bike Trip on the Natchez Trace?

NEW - Information and guidance rich, online Biking the Natchez Trace Itineraries that include RidewithGPS routes chock full of Points of Interest and Direction/Alert Cues - for FREE!
- Biking the length of the Parkway? - We have 18 different itineraries (9 biking North to South and 9 biking South to North) ranging from 4 days to 14 days. - click here!
- Want to bike a section of the Parkway "Out and Back"? - We have dozens of itineraries ranging from 2 days to 9 days in length. - click here!
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Looking for a Fully Supported Bike Trip?

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For more information about Biking the Natchez Trace, click on these links:

Biking the Natchez Trace FREE Itinerary Planner
Biking the Natchez Trace Parkway Photo Gallery
Cyclist Reviews and Comments
Biking the Natchez Trace Parkway YouTube Videos
Drinking Water and Markets
Safety Rules and Recommendations
(including the heavy vehicle traffic areas in Tupelo and Jackson)
Out and Back Natchez Trace Bike Trips
Trace/off-Trace loop routes:
Tennessee | Mississippi
Bicycle Repair Stations on the Natchez Trace Parkway
Bike Shops near the Natchez Trace Parkway
Natchez Trace Bike Tour Guides
Tanglefoot Trail® rails to trails route from Houston, MS to New Albany, MS
Weather on the Natchez Trace Parkway
Natchez Trace Parkway Biking Tips
Shuttle Services for cyclists and their bikes
Public Transportation near the Natchez Trace Parkway

Cycling Friendly B&Bs, Guest Houses, Vacation Rentals and Cottages located adjacent and near the Parkway
Click on their "Cyclist Info" tab for Bicycle Amenities and Map/Directions from the Natchez Trace
Camping along the Parkway