11/02/2026
🚧 NATCHEZ TRACE PARKWAY CLOSURE UPDATE 🚧
We want to make sure our community and visitors are aware of the latest closure along the Natchez Trace Parkway near Kosciusko.
The National Park Service has announced a closure from Milepost 159 to Milepost 165 for necessary repairs.
📍 IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION: Although the closure is listed as beginning at Milepost 159, the barricade is actually located near Milepost 160. Milepost 159 is being used in the official announcement to give motorists/cyclists advance notice to watch for detour signs.
✅ GOOD NEWS! Visitors can still access the Natchez Trace Parkway at the Natchez Trace Visitors Center in Kosciusko and travel SOUTH! The Parkway remains open south of this location.
🚴 PLEASE WATCH FOR CYCLISTS! With the closure in place, cyclists traveling the Natchez Trace will be using the designated detour between Mileposts 165 and 160. We ask everyone in our community to be especially cautious, slow down, and share the road. Many of these cyclists are visiting our area from across the country and around the world. Let’s help keep them safe!
⏳ HOW LONG WILL THE CLOSURE LAST?
According to the National Park Service, the closure could last approximately four months, depending on weather conditions and the progress of repairs.
We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding during this time. Please help us spread the word by sharing this post!
For any questions, call Leslie at 662-289-2981.
