Parks Near Jackson, Mississippi
Mississippi's capital provides access to Civil Rights history, river bluffs, and the unique Natchez Trace.
Popular Parks Near Jackson
Natchez Trace Parkway
0 miles from Jackson
4.7
National Parkway
Highlights:
- Scenic driving
- Historic sites
- No commercial traffic
Vicksburg National Military Park
45 miles from Jackson
4.7
National Military Park
Highlights:
- Civil War history
- Mississippi River
- USS Cairo
LeFleur's Bluff State Park
5 miles from Jackson
4.2
State Park
Highlights:
- Nature trails
- Golf
- Museum
Popular Activities
- Scenic driving
- History tours
- Hiking
- Birdwatching
- Camping
Best Times to Visit
- Fall (October-November)
- Spring (March-April)
- Winter for mild weather
Driving Tips
- Natchez Trace has 50 mph speed limit
- No gas stations on the Trace - plan ahead
- Delta blues country is nearby
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