Natchez Trace Parkway

A must-see for scenic beauty around Franklin is the Natchez Trace Parkway. Stretching 444-miles long from Nashville, Tennessee, through Franklin and on to Natchez, Mississippi, the parkway is widely recognized as one of the most beautiful scenic drives in the U.S. The Trace is designated as a national scenic byway by the U.S. National Park Service and also provides a variety of fun recreational activities along the way. Enjoy cycling, camping, hiking, motorcycling, interpretive exhibits, wildlife, and beautiful fall foliage along the Trace.

Before you begin your journey on the parkway, spend some time exploring Leiper’s Fork - just off of the Trace. Grab breakfast and a cup of coffee to fuel your ride from The Davis General or The Country Boy and spend some time in the village’s unique shops and galleries. View the vibrant pieces on the walls of David Arms Gallery, The Copper Fox, and Leiper’s Creek Gallery, or browse an amazing selection of authentic finds and vintage-inspired goods at Prop’s Antiques and Serenite Maison.

Natchez Trace Stops

BIRDSONG HOLLOW MILEPOST 438.0

Don’t miss the view of the iconic double-arch bridge.

TIMBERLAND PARK MILEPOST 437.2

Just beyond the double-arch bridge, you’ll find Timberland Park where you can enjoy a variety of scenic hiking trails.

JACKSON FALLS MILEPOST 405.1

Travel down the Trace a bit to this scenic overlook and short hike into a small gorge to see Jackson Falls.

TOBACCO BARN MILEPOST 401.4

See the historic tobacco barn which serves as a landmark that will help you find a 2-mile drive along the Old Trace trail.

FALL HOLLOW MILEPOST 391.9

Fall Hollow starts with an easy, paved path to an observation deck that overlooks a waterfall cascading down a rock face.