About this campground
The Meriwether Lewis Campground at milepost 385.9, on the northern end of the parkway, has 31 sites. All sites are free and available on a first-come, first served basis. They do not offer electricity, showers, or dump stations. Drinkable water and flush toilets are available on site. Enjoy the Meriwether Lewis site which includes hiking trails, a section of Old Trace, exhibits and picnic areas.
Getting there
At mile post 385.9 exit off of the Natchez Trace Parkway. At the dead end turn right, follow to the fork in the road and turn right. Take the second right to enter into the campground. Latitude: 35.522516 Longitude: -87.455926 GPS Site Address: 190 Meriwether Lewis Park Hohenwald, TN 38462
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- Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor CenterTupelo National Battlefield109 mi
- Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor CenterNatchez Trace National Scenic Trail109 mi
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Meriwether Lewis Campground, Milepost 385.9 doesn't take campsite reservations — but plenty of nearby Mississippi campgrounds do, and we'll alert you the moment a sold-out site opens up.
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