Riding The Natchez Trace In Mississippi

I got out today even though it is cloudy and fairly cool today. I wanted to test out my new Nolan N90 helmet. It very comfortable on this ride which only lasted about an hour around a coffee stop about 15 miles south of the Natchez Trace Parkway HeadQuarters. I bought it fairly snug but it will loosen up as I can feel it getting better as I ride.

The Natchez Trace Parkway

The parkway is one of the best rides and covers 444 miles from Nashville Tennessee to Natchez, Mississippi. It is mostly a straight highway limited to 50 miles per hour with sweeping curves. The road itself is in excellent condition and commercial traffic is not allowed. You will see bicicles and hikers along the road so give them a wide clearance as the Rangers will enforce the law giving them half a lane clearance.

HeadQuarters And Office Complex

The picture included is at the head quarters of the parkway and in Tupelo, Mississippi. It is within 40 miles of being at the center of the parkway and there are a multitude of facilities available with in a mile of the office. There is tourist information available and rest room facilities. The Park has a map handout the identifies other locations along the park for overnight accommodations, food,and gas. You will need this as you can not see or pass through any towns or cities if you stay on the parkway, although you will be passing next to several.

Looking Forward to Longer Rides

I work out of the Tupelo area and will be travelling the full length from here going both north and south visiting the many wayside stops. I will cover the information and ride as i go. Right now the bike is running good and ready to go, just waiting for a little more break in the weather.