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Jeff Busby Park and Overlook
Mile Post
193.1
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Jeff Busby Park and Overlook
Located At This Stop
Picnic Area Campground
Handicap Restroom at this Location
Distance to Nearest Gas Stations
0.2 Miles North to MS Hwy 9 Then 0.1 Miles South
12.3 Miles South to MS Hwy 407 Then 0.2 Miles North
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On February 15, 1934, while serving as U.S. Congressman from Mississippi, Thomas Jefferson Busby (1884-1964) introduced a bill authorizing a survey of the Old Natchez Trace. Four years later the historic road was designated a unit of the National Park System. This area is named in Jeff Busby's honor to commemorate his part in the Parkway's establishment.
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Handicap Restroom
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View to the West from the Summit Overlook
Located at Milepost 193.1, the Jeff Busby Overlook stands on the summit of a large hill, and provides a scenic view of the Parkway and the forested areas around it. The overlook features an exhibit that provides information about the natural history of the area, as well as the human history in the area. Towards the northern edge of the parking lot a trailhead can be found for the Little Mountain Trail.
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View to the East from the Summit Overlook
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Little Mountain Trail
Little Mountain Trail is a 1/2-mile long nature trail that descends into a shady hollow. Visitors can easily complete the loop in around 30 minutes. However, the more time you allow, the more you will see and hear. A 1/2-mile long side trail from the loop leads to the campground.
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Road down the Hill from the Summit Overlook
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Jeff Busby Park and Overlook
Mile Post
193.1
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