A story worth following.
Native Americans, Kaintuck boatmen, post riders, government officials, and soldiers all moved across this trail, creating a vital link between the Mississippi Territory and the fledgling United States. Pass through forests, cypress swamps, and farmland to meander through the rock-studded hills of Tennessee, cotton fields in Alabama, and Mississippi s rural countryside.
Public Domain. Photo by Dennis Adams
Places to begin
- Historic trace stops
- Woodland scenery
- Nearby gateway towns
Suggested starting points, not a turn-by-turn route. Choose a manageable local section; stops may be far apart.
Make the visit work for you
Give the story time
Allow time for interpretation, a short walk and conversations. One well-chosen historic place can be more rewarding than a rushed list of stops.
Bring your group comfortably
Confirm parking, restrooms, walking surfaces and group reservations with each site. A historic trail designation does not guarantee coach access.
U.S. visits only. Historic routes may cross private property or have disconnected public sections. Official links provide current maps, access and operating information. Photographs may show earlier conditions.