- Lodging option(s) and bicycle route(s):
to the Parkway for the night BEFORE biking this section - Parkway route in Red:
bike south 126 or 109 miles on the Parkway from Collinwood, TN (milepost 355) or Threet, AL (milepost 338 ) to Houston, MS (milepost 230) - Lodging option(s) and bicycle route(s):
from the Parkway for the night AFTER biking this section - Below the Overview Map:
click on Points of Interest categories (food, restrooms, etc.) to add them to the map - Click on any of the Points of Interest for more info.
- Click on any of the Routes:
Parkway in Red, lodging routes in other colors - to view a preview and detailed route
- Information and Links:
- Before Biking on the Parkway:
in the morning in Collinwood, TN and in Threet, AL - Biking on the Parkway:
during the day from milepost 355 to milepost 230 - After Biking on the Parkway:
in the afternoon/evening in Houston, MS
- Before Biking on the Parkway:
- Links to complete Natchez Trace Parkway 442 Mile, North to South Itinerary Routes that this one day route is part of
Ride Stats:
milepost 355 to milepost 230:
- Miles on Parkway: 126.6
- Elevation Gain:
4,083 feet (avg. 32.3 feet/mile)
Maximum Grade: 5.9% - Elevation Loss:
4,815 feet (avg. 38.0 feet/mile)
Minimum Grade: -6.5%
milepost 338 to milepost 230:
- Miles on Parkway: 109.5
- Elevation Gain:
3,846 feet (avg. 35.1 feet/mile)
Maximum Grade: 5.9% - Elevation Loss:
4,167 feet (avg. 38.1 feet/mile)
Minimum Grade: -6.5%
Click any of the above Points of Interest categories to display them on the map.
Before Biking on the Parkway
(in the morning near milepost 355 and milepost 338)
Milepost 355 - Collinwood, TN west of the Parkway - Lodging (night before) options with Bicycle Route to Parkway, Camping and Food:
Lodging:
Butler's Cottage
Vacation Rental - 1 Cottage/3 Beds/Sleeps 5 -
Cottage has living room, deck, kitchenette and 1.5 bathrooms.
Route: Bike or Drive 0.7 miles to Parkway entrance (Wayne County Welcome Center at milepost 355) - RidewithGPS Route
The Collinwood Suite
Vacation Rental - 1 Cottage/2 Beds/Sleeps 4 -
This private, cozy studio is perfect for anyone traveling the Natchez Trace Parkway on bicycle.
Route: Bike or Drive 0.3 miles to Parkway entrance (Wayne County Welcome Center at milepost 355) - RidewithGPS Route
Campgrounds along/near the Parkway:
- The town of Collinwood, TN has a tent camping area for cyclists located just off the Parkway near the Fire Hall. Inquire at the Welcome Center or the Fire Hall.
Food:
- Collinwood Markets and Restaurants
including Q Barbeque open Thursday thru Sunday for breakfast, lunch and dinner
Milepost 338 - Threet, AL west of the Parkway - Lodging (night before) options with Bicycle Route to Parkway and Camping:
Lodging:
Farmhouse Sanctuary B&B
Bed & Breakfast - 5 Guest Rooms/7 Beds/Sleeps 10 -
Farm estate located just off the Parkway near the TN/AL state line and the Wichahpi Commemorative Stone Wall.
Route: Bike or Drive 2.4 miles to Parkway entrance (Lauderdale County Road 8 at milepost 338) - RidewithGPS Route
Camping:
- Colbert Terry Bicycle-Only Campground - The park service has a bicycle only, "primitive" campground at the Colbert Ferry site (milepost 327.3). Free tent camping only for cyclists biking the parkway.
Biking on the Parkway
(during the day from milepost 355 to milepost 230)
Along/Near the Parkway - Restrooms, Top 30 Favorite Sites and Exits with Services Nearby:
RidewithGPS route of the Parkway from milepost 355 to milepost 230 that includes the following points of interest and guidance:
ridewithgps.com/routes/43673324
You can download the route to your phone!
- Milepost 355 - Wayne County Welcome Center
Start of the Day on the Parkway (if previous night staying in Collinwood, TN) - entrance Wayne County Welcome Center - Milepost 351 - TN Hwy 13 exit
Market 0.1 mile east of Parkway - Milepost 341.8 - Tennessee - Alabama state line
- Milepost 337.9 - Lauderdale County Road 8
Start of the Day on the Parkway (if previous night staying at Farmhouse Sanctuary B&B) - entrance Lauderdale County Road 8 - Milepost 337.9 (east of Parkway 150 yards) - Wichahpi Commemorative Stone Wall (Te-lah-nay's Wall)
Top 30, Indian History, Modern Marvel - Milepost 330.2 - Rock Spring
Top 30, Hiking Trail, Nature Area - Milepost 327.3 - Colbert Ferry
Top 30, Restroom, Indian History, Old Trace, Modern Marvel, Picnic Area - Milepost 321 - US Hwy 72 exit
Market 0.5 mile east of Parkway, Restaurants 2.5 miles east of Parkway - Milepost 308.9 - Alabama - Mississippi state line
- Milepost 304.5 (adjacent to the parkway) - Tishomingo State Park
Top 30, Hiking Trail, Picnic Area, History/Nature Exhibit, Daily Use Fee - Milepost 286.7 - Pharr Mounds
Top 30, Restroom, Indian History, Picnic Area - Milepost 271 - MS Hwy 363 exit
Market 0.8 miles west of Parkway - Milepost 269.4 - Confederate Gravesites and Old Trace
Top 30, Civil War History, Old Trace - Milepost 266.1 - MS Hwy 145 exit
Market and Restaurant 1.5 miles south of Parkway, Bicycle Shop 3 miles south of Parkway - Milepost 266.0 - Parkway Visitor Center
Top 30, Restroom, History/Nature Exhibit, Visitor/Info Center, Hiking Trail, Picnic Area, Bicycle Repair Station - Milepost 266-258 - Note: vehicle traffic is much higher in the Tupelo area (milepost 266 - 258) than in the rural areas. It is best to avoid Tupelo during morning and afternoon rush hour traffic. Traffic will still be high in Tupelo in the middle of the day. If you have a support vehicle, you might consider driving (rather than biking) thru this area.
- Milepost 261.8 - Chickasaw Village Site
Top 30, Hiking Trail, Indian History - Milepost 262.5 - MS Hwy 178 (McCullough Blvd) exit
Market 0.3 mile west of Parkway, Restaurants 2+ miles east of the Parkway on North Gloster Road. - Milepost 260 - Main Street exit
Market 0.4 mile east of Parkway - Milepost 256.9-239.2 - Road Construction
The Parkway between milepost 256.9 and milepost 239.2 has been under construction (total redo of the road) since August 16, 2023. This section re-opened to traffic on December 14, 2023. Travelers and cyclists should expect single-lane closures into the Summer of 2024 as work continues to add an additional layer of asphalt, add permanent striping, and grade the shoulder. Hopefully, only 2 miles or less of the 17.7 miles will be single-lane traffic at a time. When cycling always wear brightly colored clothing and have both front and rear flashing lights on your bicycle. - Milepost 256 - Palmetto Road (Verona) exit
Market 0.7 mile east of Parkway - Milepost 233.2 - Witch Dance
Restroom, Picnic Area, Hiking Trail - Milepost 232.4 - Bynum Mounds
Top 30, Indian History - Milepost 230 - MS Hwy 8
End of the Day on the Parkway - exit at MS Hwy 8 exit - Houston, MS 4.5 miles west of Parkway
Follow one of the recommended (that avoids most of busy Hwy 8) "Lodging" routes to your Houston overnight stay!
After Biking on the Parkway
(in the afternoon/evening near milepost 230)
Milepost 230 - Houston, MS 4 miles west of Parkway - Lodging with Bicycle Route from Parkway, Camping, Food and Featured Points of Interest Options:
Lodging:
Daisy's on the Square Boutique Hotel
Bed & Breakfast/Small Hotel - 8 Guest Rooms/11 Beds/Sleeps 22 -
7 guest rooms (4 with in-room bike storage) and 1 family suite. On the Court Square and 3 blocks from the Tanglefoot Trail®.
Route:
Biking Unsupported: Bike 4.2 miles west from Parkway exit (MS Hwy 8 at milepost 230) - RidewithGPS Route
Biking Supported: Exit Parkway at milepost 230 onto MS Hwy 8 and then drive west 4.4 miles.
Food: Coffee is provided. On Tuesday thru Saturday mornings, guests receive a 15% discount for breakfast at the adjoining Gather Coffee & Brew diner. Nearby restaurants are open for dinner.
More Info:
Overview Description
Accommodations and Rates
Cyclist Amenities
Trailhead Bike and Bed
Vacation Rental - 4 Guest Rooms/8 Beds/Sleeps 16 -
Gated, lodge style hotel with 4 bicycle themed guest rooms next to the southern terminus of the Tanglefoot Trail®.
Route:
Biking Unsupported: Bike 4.4 miles west from Parkway exit (MS Hwy 8 at milepost 230) - RidewithGPS Route
Biking Supported: Exit Parkway at milepost 230 onto MS Hwy 8 and then drive west 4.5 miles.
Food: Breakfast is not included. For an added charge, the kitchen and bar can be stocked upon arrival. Guests have use of a fully equipped outdoor kitchen. There are restaurants and markets within a few blocks.
More Info:
Overview Description
Accommodations and Rates
Cyclist Amenities
For all three of the places to stay in Houston:
Please follow the recommended bicycle route described on their Cyclist Amenities page and their RidewithGPS route in order to avoid heavy vehicle traffic on Hwy 8.
Campgrounds along/near the Parkway:
- Witch Dance Bicycle-Only Campground - The park service has a bicycle only, "primitive" campground at the Witch Dance site (milepost 233.2). Free tent camping only for cyclists biking the parkway.
Campgrounds further from the Parkway (not easy/safe to bike to):
- Stinkin Jim's Horse Park and Campground
Located a few miles off the Parkway near Houston.
Food:
- Gather Coffee + Brew
Open Tuesday thru Saturday for breakfast and lunch. Also, open Friday evening for dinner. - Several Houston Restaurants
Featured Points of Interest:
- Downtown Houston is home to the southern terminus of the Tanglefoot Trail® (43-mile-long paved Rails to Trails route).
Bicyclists, walkers and joggers can enjoy the trail while visiting Houston. - Milepost 232.4 - Bynum Mounds
Top 30, Indian History - Houston, Mississippi - Houston is located 30 miles southwest of Tupelo and four miles west of the Natchez Trace Parkway. The land on which Houston resides was donated to the city by Judge Joel Pinson on the condition that it would be named for Sam Houston, a childhood friend. Houston hosts the annual spring and fall Mississippi Flywheel Festival in April and September.
Complete Natchez Trace Parkway 442 Mile, North to South Itineraries:
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North to South, 4 Day Itinerary
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Next Day: Day 3