A Walk on the Old Trace - Natchez Trace
by Debra Martz
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A Walk on the Old Trace - Natchez Trace
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Debra Martz
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A Walk on the Old Trace - Natchez Trace by Debra Martz
At mile marker 426 you can walk a 2 mile portion of the old trace under a beautiful, forest canopy. Though easy for us now, it was not the same for those that traveled this route by foot.
"The path first used by Paleo Indians 9,000 years ago but the most famous period was 1790 -1820. It served as one of the primary passageways through the sw territory; a relatively new country at the time. Farmers, boatmen, diplomats, ladies, preachers, bandits, soldiers, murderers, and slaves tramped it between Natchez, MS to Nashville, TN." by F. Lynne Bachleda found in the book "Guide to the Natchez Trace Parkway."
The Natchez Trace is a National Parkway that is 444 miles from Natchez, MS to Nashville, TN. But you can travel it either direction and get on or off at many exits along the way. It's a beautiful drive filled with historical stops and very leisurely which is difficult to find in the way of travel anymore. The speed limit ranges from 40-50mph on a two-highway. PS: Don't plan to drive it in a day....grab a guide book and stop often to enjoy the history, trails and views!
This image is copyright of Debra Martz, All Rights Reserved
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November 22nd, 2015
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Larry Kniskern
Congratulations, Debra – your "Leaves on the Ground" scene has been featured by the Go Take a Hike Photography Group! Feel free to add it to the 2021 Featured Images thread in the group discussion board for archive.
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