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The Natchez Trace Parkway is a Federal ParkRoad a lot like the Blue Ridge Parkway as far as the type of road and some of the scenery. No high mountain views though like the B.R.P. The Trace begins in Natchez, Mississippi and ends about 450 miles later just south of Nashville, Tennessee in Franklin. I thought that the best riding parts are from the Mississippi/Alabama State line north to Nashville. The southern part is beautiful, but relatively flat. This road has a lot of history. Apparently early pioneers would float their goods down the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers to Natchez Mississippi where they would sell their stuff. They even sold the lumber from the boats they made to get their wares there. They then would hike back to Nashville, Tennessee. This trail or trace was used for many, many years. The remnants of it are still visible. You can walk parts of it still today. Along the way, there are ancient Indian Burial Mounds and a whole ton on of history. There are lots of pull offs, bathrooms and a very well maintained road. We began our trip in mid April at the Comfort Inns Suites, located on the river across the Mississippi River from Natchez in Vidalia, Louisiana. it a very nice and relatively new motel. Videlia is about 150 miles from New Orleans. We left from there for the 2 day trip to Nashville. The speed limit on the Parkway is 50 mph on most parts and slower on some others. It’s enforced too. There are lots of park rangers on it. It rained the entire first day of our trip, however it was a light rain and the scenery was beautiful. We saw deer, lot's of turkeys and buzzards. No bears though, darn! Plan your route for gas stops. To get gas, you have to leave the Parkway. While some gas stops may be really close to the Parkway, other may be some distance away. We stopped for the night in Starkville, Mississippi, home of MSU. That was a good halfway point. Lot of motels, restaurants, stores etc.... in case you need something. The next day was clear and sunny, but not very warm. We had packed lunches the first day and thought we could finish it and just do a late lunch at the end. We took a break at the Tennessee side of the Tennessee River Bridge. There's a really nice pull off with bathrooms there and more great scenery. It took us longer to do the ride than we’d figured so it was about 3 pm when we exited the Trace. I would suggest you pack lunches each day you plan on being on it. At the end of the Parkway, we found the Loveless Café (Diner to the stars). We ate there. I think every country singer etc in world has eaten there. There are gift shops etc ... there. The food was ok but not great. The prices were pretty reasonable though. This was one “way kool” ride and is well worth doing. You might be able to do it in 1 day but you'd be missing everything. Plan on 2 for sure. Thanks Eck. Steve
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I added a 12v plug aka iPhone charger and 3 more memorial dog tags. The gf and I are riding out tomorrow afternoon/evening to mississippi to see family. The NC mountains should be fun. [ATTACH]71266[/ATTACH]
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north bound on US 49, between Florence, MS and Richland, MS. Traffic kept me from turning around. Just wondering if it was one of us passing through Mississippi.
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check out this web site for a good rally. www.sturgismsrally.com
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I know there were several tornados in Mississippi today, and there were at least 10 fatalities. Mississippi members, let's hear from you.
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March 21st and there is falling out of the sky in Jackson, Mississippi!!! :Im not listening to
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Restaurant Reviews
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Here's some guys with way too much time on their hands! [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEh8Y--EzdQ]YouTube - Snake Hunt Mississippi Style[/ame]
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Just wanted to mention the Great Southern Motorcycle expo is happening this weekend in Jackson,MS at the fairgrounds. It's usually inside (and outside) the Ag buildings on the southwest corner of the fairgrounds at the Jefferson Street entrance. Here is a link to the info... Great Southern Motorcycle expo Found a better link... here. Great Southern Motorcycle Expo DATE March 21 - March 22, 2009 CITY / STATE Jackson, Mississippi (MS) DESCRIPTION The Great Southern Motorcycle expo will be held March 21st and 22nd. This is a great indoor/outdoor expo featuring over 60 vendors. There will be non-stop demonstrations,entertainment,live performances food and beer. There will also be many attractions including a dyno, a law enforcement competitive skills competition, and a custom motorcycle contest. For more information about this event, Please see below. EMAIL wsbissell@aol.com CONTACT Bill Bissell PHONE 601-832-3020 FAX 601-859-3579
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I will be heading out for a trip to NC tomorrow. Stopping for a day's worth of meetings in St. Charles, IL and staying Sat night in Indy. Will then be heading for the Smokys. If timing works out, some of you Knoxville folks may get a call for an impromtu M&E. If anyone has a free day on Monday, come ride along. Best roads east of the Mississippi. RR
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We like running the Mississippi river from St. Paul down Hwy 61 through Hastings, Redwing, Lake City, Wabasha, Winona then back up the other side of the river in Wisconsin on hwy 35. You can cross the river at Red Wing, Wabash and Winona so you can adjust the length of your trip quite easily. Some of the cities on the WI side are (heading back North) Fountain City, Nelson, Pepin, Maiden Rock, Bay City, Prescott. Points of interest along the way: The river - I never get tired of the river. I'd live on the river if I could afford the house boat and my house. Bald Eagles (this is a major migratory route and in the spring there are hundreds of them with their young), Locks and Dams - Some have visitor platforms were you can watch boats and barges moving through the locks. L&D #2 in Hastings is one. Red Wing has many places to eat include the Historic St. James Hotel. Good food there. (Spendy but worthy) In the fall you MUST stop in at Pepin Heights Orchards just past Lake City. Good fresh apples, pies and other wonderful snacks. Wabasha - The Historic Anderson House B&B - good food and very interesting sleeping arrangements. Minnesota's only legal 'Cat House'. They have numerous cats and you can pick one to have in your room. Fountain City - Rock in the House, A while back a GIANT 55 ton boulder fell from the cliff and rolled into this house coming to rest on the couples unoccupied bed. It's a cheap walking tour and a site to see. If you shoot into WI on 95 from Fountain City you'll make your way to Hanson's Hold-up. A very unique place to eat. Pepin - Check out The Pickle Factory. They have great food and if you and yours are trying to slim down get one meal and split it, the servings are large. Prescott - You gotta eat at Muddy Waters! Food, music (sometimes live jazzz and blues) large outdoor seating overlooking the joining of the St. Croix and Mississippi rivers. There's plenty more to be had along this route and there are plenty of reasons to do this trip again and again taking in something different each time. Check out the Hwy 60 side route in MN. A short little jaunt of twisties that will get your heart pounding and you can get back to with ease to continue your river journey.
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