Originally Posted by shelbyfv

Since you are local to Nashville, you've probably ridden on the Trace at least as far down as Gordon House at the Hwy 50 exit. That first section and then below to above Tupelo is by far the most scenic. Around Tupelo and Jackson they use the Trace as a city street, lots of traffic. Services along the Trace, other than water and camping are very limited. If you need food you have to get off the Trace. Stores near the Trace tend to be marginal and prone to being closed. Frankly, if you ride down to Merriwether Lewis one day, to Tishomingo St Park in MS the second day, do an out and back from Tishomingo the third day, you will have ridden the best of it. Fall is the best season. Rain and pine pollen are hazards in the Spring. Winter is probably second best if you are prepared for bitter cold, though snow is not common. Summer would be inconceivable.