Natchez Trace Parkway through Tennessee, Alabama, and Mississippi
The Natchez Trace Parkway winds through the states of Tennessee, Alabama, and Mississippi and is 444 miles long. The bulk of the two-lane road is in Mississippi, but people will find attractions and stops all along the parkway. Popular stops along the road include the Mount Locust Stand and the Ridgeland Crafts Center. The Mount Locust Stand is a historical site, an old inn and plantation built hundreds of years ago. Visitors can tour the house as well as the grounds, where they can find cemeteries, slave quarters, and more. At the Ridgeland Crafts Center, people can find a host of locally crafted items. Some of the most popular craftwork available are quilts and jewelry. Other popular stops along the parkway are the Tupelo National Battlefield and the Brices Cross Roads National Battlefield Site, which allow people to explore and learn some very important parts of the state’s history. Those who like outdoor activities will find plenty of places along the parkway to enjoy, including hiking, biking, and fishing. The options of things to do along this vast stretch of road are near limitless. Everyone in the family will find something that they like to do, from camping and horseback riding to visiting historical locations.