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Natchez Trace Parkway to conduct prescribed fires

January 22, 2025 · Source: National Park Service

A diamond shaped orange road sign that reads "prescribed burn do not report" stands in the mowed grass along the edge of a two lane paved road. A tall tan smoke plume is visible in the partly clouded blue sky. Smaller smoke clouds hover at the trees. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

The National Park Service will conduct prescribed fires along Natchez Trace Parkway beginning January 22. Weather permitting, fire operations will occur throughout the months of February and March.

Read the official NPS source

What Travelers Need to Know

Review the park’s current conditions before departure and again on arrival. Follow posted restrictions and adjust your itinerary to the affected areas.

Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.

Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.

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