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NATCHEZ TRACE RECREATION AREA
Everything you love about the outdoors, all in one beautiful place.
Discover west Tennessee’s wilderness, where hiking trails, fishing spots, hunting grounds, and lodging converge to create the ultimate playground for outdoor enthusiasts.
Explore hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails.
Discover West Tennessee's Outdoor Recreation Area
A Partnership Born in the Outdoors
Nestled among lush forests and sparkling lakes in West Tennessee lies a hidden gem—the Natchez Trace Recreation Area. This expansive destination offers a perfect blend of adventure and tranquility for nature enthusiasts. Whether you're into hiking, camping, fishing, mountain biking, horseback riding, or simply seeking a peaceful cabin retreat, this area has it all.
The Natchez Trace Recreation Area is a unique partnership of public lands, including state parks, forests, and wildlife management areas. Its philosophy is simple yet profound: the more people who enjoy the land, the more people will care to protect it.
Unlike the federally managed Natchez Trace Parkway and Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail, which both run 70 miles to the east, the Natchez Trace Recreation Area lies west of the Tennessee River. It stands as a true testament to the power of conservation.
Once a barren landscape due to outdated farming practices in the 1930s, the Natchez Trace Recreation Area has been transformed into a thriving, resilient forest. Acquired by the state in 1949, this land now serves as a model for sustainable forest management in Tennessee.
Experience this one-stop destination for outdoor adventure and natural serenity. Plan your trip today and create lasting memories in this outdoor paradise!
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