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Natchez Trace ParkwayThe Choctaw story is one of many that can be explored along the Natchez Trace Parkway.
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Natchez Trace Parkway
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A Junior Ranger wears the fire gear during a special program.

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A Junior Ranger wears fire gear and learns how to put out a fire during a special program.

The entire family will enjoy traveling the Natchez Trace Parkway. Whether you spend a few hours, or a few days on the Parkway, kids will have fun exploring the Natchez Trace.

Both children and adults can stop to take some of the short walks along the Parkway. Family-friendly walks include Cypress Swamp, at milepost 122.0, Chickasaw Village, at milepost 261.8, and Rock Spring at milepost 330.2. At about 1/2 mile each, these short walks will get you out of the car and on the trail to explore a cypress swamp, a historic village, or Colbert Creek where hummingbirds are often seen in the fall.  

All Ranger-led programs are open to families, and special Junior Ranger Programs are scheduled through-out the summer. Please check our Ranger-led program page for more information about upcoming programs and special events.
The Tennessee River along the Natchez Trace Parkway  

Did You Know?
George Colbert operated a stand and ferry to cross the Tennessee River and reportedly charged Andrew Jackson $75,000 to ferry his army across the river.

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Last Updated: August 14, 2009 at 11:05 EST