Devil’s Backbone State Natural Area parking on the Natchez Trace Parkway
The National Park Service has provided a 10-vehicle parking area along the Natchez Trace Parkway for people who want to hike into the Devil’s Backbone State Natural Area. However, since this is not part of the Parkway, I did not hike the trail. Per the information located on the trail bulletin board:
Devil’s Backbone State Natural Area offers a visitor the opportunity for a quiet hike in a natural environment little affected by modern human action. The trail takes hikers from the pavement of the Natchez Trace Parkway out along the ridges of Tennessee’s Highland Rim, down along a creek, and back again. This inviting walk provides time for enjoying nature and quiet reflection. The approximately three mile long trail is a moderately strenuous loop with 200 feet of elevation change.
No horses or bikes are allowed on the trail, and no overnight camping is allowed in the Natural Area.
Devil’s Backbone State Natural Area map
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Last updated on November 28, 2021
