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Natchez Trace Escape - Route 99 |
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State:
Tennessee
Submitted
By: George Hooper
Date Submitted: Sep 04
Motorcycle Type: 02 Honda Goldwing
Motorcycle Road Length: 40 Miles
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Road Scenery: 
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Riding
the Natchez Trace is truly a ride through history (see Natchez
Trace listing) however, Low speed limits and long straight
sections, with trees and more trees, can be a little boring.
This is a road that will provide a change of pace--a chance
to exercise that engine. There are plenty of twists and
hills, with the added chance to do a little exploring.
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Road Quality:
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Route
99 is recently paved and is in good condition. There are
a number of twists and rolling hills. Opportunities for
passing (legally) are limited in the center section, so
get around any slow moving vehicles early. Your ride will
take you past small Tennessee farms and to the small town
of Hohenwald.
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Roadside Amenities: 
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Once
you pick up route 99, there is nothing in the way of amenities.
However, at each end, you will find fuel and restaurants.
At the north end of the loop, when you are about to get
back on the Trace, visit the Meriwether Lewis National Monument
park for exhibits, restrooms, camping and a place to relax.
* If possible, plan to eat at the northern terminus of the
Natchez Trace (Route 100) at the Loveless
Motel and Cafe. This 60 year old eatery is nationally
famous for its ham, chicken, and its biscuits. The cafe
is a favorite of motorcyclists and locals. While the cafe
has thrived over the years, the motel is no longer in business
. . . perhaps because of the name!
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Starting
the route from the south, the best way to find it is to
locate the town of Collinwood, TN. Click on this
link to see Collinwood and zoom in and out as appropriate
to get your bearings. Collinwood sits on the Natchez Trace
Parkway and from that road you will want to turn onto route
13 heading West (at milepost 350 if you have a National
Park map). Take 13 (W) for 16.5 miles, then just as you
get to the town of Waynesboro, TN, turn right on Route 64
(E) for about a mile. Turn left onto Route 99 (N/E) and
follow it north to the town of Hohenwald, TN. At Hohenwald,
turn right onto scenic route 20 (left about 1/2 mile if
you need fuel). Follow 20 (E) six miles to the Natchez Trace
and the Meriwether Lewis National Monument.
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