Mississippi / Choctaw County / Natchez Trace Parkway

Jeff Busby Campground, Milepost 193.1

Closed — Closed due to ongoing construction on the parkway from milepost 181 to 204. Construction will continue into 2026 with no definitive reopening date available. The closure began June 9, 2025.

About

Located at milepost 193.1 midway along the Natchez Trace Parkway, Jeff Busby Campground provides free primitive camping in an 18-site facility. The campground features both pull-through and back-in paved sites, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. Flush toilets and potable water are available year-round. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis with no reservations accepted. The site honors Congressman Thomas Jefferson Busby, who introduced legislation in 1934 to survey the Old Natchez Trace. Visitors can explore hiking trails and visit the overlook atop Little Mountain, one of the highest elevations in Mississippi. The campground typically sees peak use during spring and fall, especially on holiday weekends. A 14-day stay limit per calendar year applies. The campground accommodates RVs up to 55 feet in length (including tow vehicle) and 14 feet in height, with a maximum weight of 40,000 pounds. No electric or water hookups are available. Dead and down wood may be gathered for campfires, which are permitted only in provided fire rings or personal grills. Pets are allowed with a maximum of two per site, kept on leashes no longer than 6 feet.

Directions

At milepost 193.1, exit the Natchez Trace Parkway. Take the first left to enter the campground.

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