The Emerald Mound
The second-largest ceremonial mound in the United States, an artificial hill loosely shaped like a pentagon, designated a National Historic Landmark.

📜 Second-largest ceremonial mound in the United States, surpassed only by Monk’s Mound.
🔍 National Historic Landmark, covering eight acres, 770 by 435 feet at base, 35 feet high.
🗿 Built by Plaquemine Native American culture (1200-1700 CE), later used by Natchez Indians.

Why Go

✨ Explore a significant Native American ceremonial site.
📐 Observe the unique pentagonal shape of the artificial mound.
🚶 Easy access with interpretive displays.

Why Avoid

🚫 Original ceremonial structures no longer visible on the summit.

Tips

🗺️ Turn off Natchez Trace Parkway at milepost 10.3 onto Emerald Mound Road.

🅿️ Parking

Paved parking area available.

Last updated 8 days ago

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