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Hunt on Public Lands
Explore a wide variety of hunting and trapping opportunities in West Tennessee at the Natchez Trace Recreation Area. From big game to quail and small game, there's so much to enjoy on the Natchez Trace State Forest and Wildlife Management Area lands.
Horses are permitted on roads and trails open to motorized traffic and other trails or routes established for their use. Riding off roads into fields, woods, or on foot trails is prohibited unless otherwise provided.
All motorized vehicles must have mufflers equipped to suppress noise and spark arrestors equipped to prevent fires. The operation of motorized vehicles is confined to roads not designated as closed.
Off-road vehicles are restricted to roads open to other motorized traffic (except where prohibited by state or federal statute) and designated trails only. ORVs may be operated during daylight hours and at other times when participating in authorized activities. Driving off roads into woods, fields, or utility right-of-ways is prohibited for all motorized vehicles
CWD Carcass Transportation Regulations Apply
Big Game, Small Game, and Trapping are the same as statewide seasons, except as noted below.
Shooting Range - see Range webpage.
Camping - Natchez Trace State Park managed campgrounds and cabins. Must contact State Park office.
Overnight Lodging
Natchez Trace State Park, located just off Exit 116 on I-40, is the ideal base camp for your outdoor adventures. The park offers campsites and cabins surrounded by hiking, fishing, hunting, biking, and more.
