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The Natchez Trace Parkway manages three campgrounds along the length of the 444 mile Parkway. Those campgrounds are Meriwether Lewis at Milepost 385.9, Jeff Busby at Milepost 193.1 and Rocky Springs at Milepost 54. The three Parkway campgrounds are free, primitive, and available on a first come, first serve basis. They do not offer electricity, showers, or dump stations. The maximum stay at our campgrounds is 14 days per campground per calendar year. All camping must take place within designated campgrounds. The Natchez Trace Parkway does not allow dispersed camping. Those who are biking the Parkway may be interested in the bicycle-only campgrounds along the Natchez Trace Parkway. Note: The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has banned the transport of firewood from some states to prevent the spread of highly destructive insects. Meriwether Lewis Campground, milepost 385.9The campground closest to Nashville, TNCheck out the current weather, and monthly averages for temperature and precipitation here. Open
Basic Information
 The Meriwether Lewis Campground at milepost 385.9, on the northern end of the Parkway, has 32 sites. All sites are free and available on a first-come, first served basis. They do not offer electricity, showers, or dump stations. Drinkable water and flush toilets are available on site.
Enjoy the Meriwether Lewis site which includes hiking trails, a section of Old Trace, exhibits and picnic areas. TOTAL SITES: 31 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 0 Walk to/Boat to: 0 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 1 Amenities
Fire/Stove Policy Fire Rings provided and campfires are allowed. Toilet Types
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Weather Most of Tennessee is classified as a humid subtropical climate, the weather ranges from mild to cold winters with light snowfall to hot summers. Weather conditions across Tennessee can vary significantly based on elevation. In general terms, the spring months in Tennessee are mild with low humidity. Summers are warm, often hot, with high humidity. Fall could best be described as "perfect." Winters are mild, but wet. Check local forecasts. No fee Campground sites are on a first come first served basis, no reservations. Campgrounds are typically busiest during the spring and fall, especially during holiday weekends. $0.00 Email Address Send this campground an email Phone number (Voice) 18003057417 Mailing Address 2680 Natchez Trace ParkwayTupelo, MS 38804 Physical Address 190 Meriwether Lewis ParkHohenwald, TN 38462 Directions At mile post 385.9 exit off of the Natchez Trace Parkway. At the dead end turn right, follow to the fork in the road and turn right. Take the second right to enter into the campground. Latitude: 35.522516 Longitude: -87.455926 GPS Site Address: 190 Meriwether Lewis Park Hohenwald, TN 38462Cell Phone Additional Information Cell phone reception is dependent on service provider Regulations Total vehicle length including tow vehicles is 55 feet. Maximum height is 14 feet. Maximum stay is 14 days per calendar year. More about regulationsCampground sites are on a first come first served basis, no reservations. Campgrounds are typically busiest during the spring and fall, especially during holiday weekends.
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Accessibility Information
ADA Information - Services available: restrooms, visitor center (hours vary), interpretive trail, designated campsite with picnic table. Wheelchair Access - Yes RV & Trailer Information - No electric or plumbing hookups or dump stations. The length restriction for RVs is 55 feet, including a tow vehicle, and the height restriction is 14 feet. The Parkway can accommodate an RV weighing up to 40,000 pounds. RV Allowed - Yes RV Max Length in Feet - 55 Trailer Allowed - Yes Classification - This campground is a limited development campground. Jeff Busby Campground, milepost 193.11 1/2 hours south of Tupelo, MS and 1 3/4 hours north of Jackson, MSCheck out the current weather and monthy averages for temperatures and percipitation here. Open
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 Jeff Busby Campground at milepost 193.1, midway on the Parkway, includes an 18-site campground, picnic tables, restrooms, trails, exhibits and an overlook atop Little Mountain. Campground sites are on a first come first served basis, no reservations. Pull-through and back-in sites are available. Campgrounds are typically busiest during the spring and fall, especially during holiday weekends. There is no fee for camping. There is a 14 day stay limit.
TOTAL SITES: 18 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 0 Walk to/Boat to: 0 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Amenities
Fire/Stove Policy Fire Rings provided and campfires are allowed. Toilet Types
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Weather Mississippi is classified as a humid subtropical climate, the weather ranges from mild winters to hot summers with high humidity between May and September. Average high temperatures reach into the high 80's in summer, and into the high 40's in winter. Thunderstorms are common in Mississippi, especially in the southern part of the state, and from June through November, the state is occasionally affected by hurricanes moving north from the Gulf of Mexico. Check local forecasts. No fee Campground sites are on a first come first served basis, no reservations. Campgrounds are typically busiest during the spring and fall, especially during holiday weekends. $0.00 Email Address Send this campground an email Phone number (Voice) 6626804027 Mailing Address 2680 Natchez Trace ParkwayTupelo, MS 38804 Physical Address Milepost 193.1 Natchez Trace Parkway / Bright Road & Prewitt RoadAckerman, MS 39735 Directions At mile post 193.1 exit off of the Natchez Trace Parkway. Take the first left to enter into the campground. Latitude: 33.4170 Longitude: -89.2693Regulations Total vehicle length including tow vehicles is 55 feet. Maximum height is 14 feet. Campground sites are on a first come first served basis, no reservations. Campgrounds are typically busiest during the spring and fall, especially during holiday weekends.
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Accessibility Information
ADA Information - Services available: restrooms, designated campsite with picnic table. Wheelchair Access - Yes. RV & Trailer Information - No electric or plumbing hookups. The length restriction for RVs is 55 feet, including a tow vehicle, and the height restriction is 14 feet. The Parkway can accommodate an RV weighing up to 40,000 pounds. RV Allowed - Yes RV Max Length in Feet - 55 Trailer Allowed - Yes Classification - This campground is a limited development campground. Rocky Springs Campground, milepost 54.8This campground is an hour north of Natchez, MS, and an hour south of Jackson, MSCheck out the current weather and monthly averages for temperature and precipitation here. Open
Basic Information
 Rocky Springs Campground, milepost 54.8, on the southern end of the Parkway, includes a 22-site campground, picnic tables, intermittent restrooms, a section of the Old Trace, self-guiding walking trails through the old town site. Campground sites are on a first come first served basis, no reservations. Pull-through and back-in sites are available. Campgrounds are typically the busiest during the spring and fall, especially during holiday weekends. Potable water may be an issue. Plan to be self-contained.
TOTAL SITES: 22 Electric Hookups: 0 RV Only: 0 Tent Only: 0 Walk to/Boat to: 0 Group: 0 Horse: 0 Other: 0 Amenities
Fire/Stove Policy Fire Rings provided and campfires are allowed. Toilet Types
Shower Types
Weather Mississippi is classified as a humid subtropical climate, the weather ranges from mild winters to hot summers with high humidity between May and September. Average high temperatures reach into the high 80's in summer, and into the high 40's in winter. Thunderstorms are common in Mississippi, especially in the southern part of the state, and from June through November, the state is occasionally affected by hurricanes moving north from the Gulf of Mexico. Check local forecasts. No fee Campground sites are on a first come first served basis, no reservations. Campgrounds are typically busiest during the spring and fall, especially during holiday weekends. $0.00 Email Address Send this campground an email Phone number (Voice) 6626804027 Mailing Address 2680 Natchez Trace ParkwayTupelo, MS 38804-9517 Physical Address Milepost 54.8 Natchez Trace ParkwayHermanville, MS 39086 Directions At mile post 54.8 exit off of the Natchez Trace Parkway. Take the first right to enter into the campground. Latitude: 32.08645 Longitude -90.79871Additional Information Potable water may be an issue and toilets are closed intermittently. Plan to be self-contained. Cell Phone Additional Information Bad, if any reception. Regulations Total vehicle length including tow vehicles is 55 feet. Maximum height is 14 feet. Campground sites are on a first come first served basis, no reservations. Campgrounds are typically busiest during the spring and fall, especially during holiday weekends.
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Accessibility Information
ADA Information - Services available: restrooms in campground, designated campsite with picnic table. Wheelchair Access - Yes RV & Trailer Information - No electric or plumbing hookups. The length restriction for RVs is 55 feet, including a tow vehicle, and the height restriction is 14 feet. The Parkway can accommodate an RV weighing up to 40,000 pounds. RV Allowed - Yes RV Max Length in Feet - 55 Trailer Allowed - Yes Classification - This campground is a limited development campground.
Many of the other campgrounds along the Parkway corridor offer electricity, showers, and dump stations. Check the complete updated list of all the campgrounds along the Parkway for the locations and services offered by private and public campgrounds here.
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Last updated: March 12, 2025