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Natchez Trace

Running 444 miles from Nashville, Tenn., to Natchez, Miss., the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway follows the course of an important "highway" used by settlers, soldiers, and traders in the early 1800s.

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Nearby Parks Around Natchez Trace

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Gateway Arch

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Congaree

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Natchez Trace

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185.5 mi away

Great River Road

As its name implies, this scenic route travels along the mighty Mississippi River, hugging the border between Illinois, Missouri, and Iowa.

186.5 mi away

Cherokee Falls

As the first of many waterfalls along the Waterfall Trail in Cloudland Canyon, this lush body of water is arguably the most scenic.

186.8 mi away

Cloudland Canyon

There is a world of natural beauty to uncover in this state park, like cascading waterfalls, rugged mountain cliffs, and densely wooded forest.

186.8 mi away

Cloudland Canyon Waterfalls Trail

The crown gem of Cloudland Canyon State Park, this trail takes you to one of the most spectacular natural spots in the country.

187.0 mi away

West Rim Loop Trail

Arguable boasting some of the best views in Cloudland Canyon State Park, this 5-mile hike takes you across rocky ledges and along canyon rims where you will have unobstructed views of over the eastern rim of the canyon.

187.2 mi away

Cloudland Canyon State Park

Named Trenton Gulf or Sitton Gulch initially, Cloudland Canyon State Park is located on the west side of the famous Lookout Mountain.