Take A 2-Hour Drive Through Mississippi To See This Year’s Beautiful Fall Colors
Many states have already experienced peak foliage. But here in Mississippi, the colorful display is just getting started. The bold hues are expected to be at their peak in a few weeks, giving you plenty of time to plan a foliage-fueled ride. To make your journey a bit easier, we mapped out a route that’ll lead you some of the state’s best seasonal views. Take a look:
The Natchez Trace Parkway is the perfect place for a scenic drive, especially during the fall.
Spanning hundreds of miles, driving the entire parkway would take quite a bit of time, which is why we opted to include just a portion of the scenic roadway. The route shown in the map covers 111 miles and will take roughly two hours to complete. To alter the route, simply click on the link below the map.
Begin your journey at Jeff Busby Campground. Located at milepost 193.1, you can simply drive through the area, or stop and take advantage of the campground’s amenities, which include picnic tables, grills, and access to Little Mountain, the 2nd highest point in Mississippi.
When you want to stretch your legs or get a closer look at the colorful leaves, consider stopping at the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail, which can be accessed from the Old Town Overlook Trailhead (milepost 263.9).
It can also be reached from the Beech Springs Trailhead (milepost 266.0). The trailhead is just across the parkway from the Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center (which is where this photo was taken).
The route we mapped out comes to an end at Tishomingo State Park. You can opt to simply drive through the park or stop and explore all it has to offer — which is a lot.
Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for the past 25 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships, working for The Royal Obsession and Anatomie clothing. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
