Natchez Trace National Parkway National Park The Natchez Trace Parkway runs from Natchez, Mississippi to Nashville, Tennessee, about 440 miles. Traveling the Trace is an excellent way to step back in time to an era of the scenic road trip where you take the time to enjoy the trip itself. Trucks and commercial vehicles aren’t … Read more
A Great Road Trip One of the most scenic and stress free road trips you can take. In the Spring you can catch the blooming Red Buds, Dogwoods, and wildflowers. In the fall beautiful colors as the leaves are changing. The Natchez Trace Parkway begins north of the city of Natchez (see our article on … Read more
Meriwether Lewis Park, Campground & Monument The Merriwether Lewis Wayside Stop on the Natchez Trace is our favorite of all the significant points of interest. It is the site of Grinders Stand, made famous due to it being the place where famed explorer Meriwether Lewis died of mysterious circumstances. The Meriwether Lewis monument marks his … Read more
Restaurant Review: Fat Mama’s Tamales Fat Mama’s originally opened in Natchez in 1989 and have been at their current Canal Street location since 2008. Its colorful fun atmosphere, fast and friendly service, good homemade food, and decent prices have made Fat Mama’s a favorite Natchez dining institution. You place your order at the counter, get … Read more
Our Reviews of Best Restaurants and Pubs in Natchez, Mississippi In March of 2017, we spent a few days sampling visitor attractions in historic Natchez, Mississippi including food and drink establishments. Here’s some reviews of places we tried, plus some we missed and plan to sample the next time we are in town. Reviews on … Read more
Natchez, Mississippi celebrated its 300 year anniversary in 2016. Rich in historic preservation, Natchez is the oldest city on the Mississippi River and the southern terminus of the historic Natchez Trace, now a Scenic National Parkway which runs over 400 miles through three states. Antebellum Homes, Historic Mansions & Structures Natchez was fortunate to have … Read more
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While places like Yellowstone National Park and the Florida Keys are unique and interesting places to visit, you’ll also find competing with large crowds and the cost of lodging, camping, dining and entertainment makes a heavy hit on your wallet. On Scenic Pathways we prefer to feature less well-known and affordable scenic and interesting places … Read more
Shiloh National Military Park Travelers on the historic Natchez Trace Parkway should consider taking a 45 mile detour to visit Shiloh, a large, well preserved National Historic park and the most significant Civil War site in the Mississippi River valley. Brief History of the Battle The historic two day Civil War battle at Shiloh is … Read more
Scenic Drives and National Parks Everyone knows about Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon. We don’t serve our purpose by covering these scenic and exceptional national treasures in our pages. What we would like to do is acquaint you with some of the lesser known but interesting and scenic places within the National Parks system. One … Read more
Winter ending, golfing begins March 11 temperature forecast Madison, Wisconsin: High 62 degrees. The Meadows golf course in Waunakee and the Golf Bowl in Mount Horeb opened for play yesterday. Ordinarily I’d be making my tee time at one of these courses but my bags are packed as we leave tomorrow for Hot Springs. After … Read more