Alabama Recreation Trails

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The Land Trust is passionate about preserving lands for public use and encouraging residents and visitors alike to connect with the wonders of the natural world.Huntsville installed a series of signs from Big Spring Park along 1.2 miles streets that le …

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The trailhead for the Cotton Bayou Trail is located on Hwy 161, across from the tip of Cotton Bayou waterway and behind the Publix Shopping Plaza.  This once sandy path nestled in the Gulf State Park has been paved to meet the Foundations 2013 goal, br …

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Coyote Crossing is a highlight to this exceptional trail system and was made possible by a Trail Enhancement (TE) Grant from the Alabama Department of Transportation, paying 80% of the construction costs.  The city of Gulf Shores funded the remaining 2 …

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Visualize wet pine flatwoods, scrub oaks and palmettos covering acres of sandy swells. You will find these along the Rattlesnake Ridge Trail.  Catch a gopher tortoise forging Rattlesnake Ridge, an armadillo, named for its armored shell, digging for an …

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On the eve of the Great Cat Hunt, the medicine man gave his warriors a sip of serum, instilling tremendous strength and stamina. Legend recounts a story of an overzealous, young warrior that crept into the medicine mans hut and drank a bottle of the po …

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Encounter the magnificent canopies of ancient mossy oaks atop the Islands highest bluff, 34 feet above sea level, while twisting and turning along the mystical trail of the Gulf Oak Ridge. The Gulf Oak Ridge Trail offers hikers a chance to embrace natu …

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Imagine a backcountry filled with lush cattails, wild flowers, tall pines and you, while biking, hiking or jogging along the winding natural habitats of Rosemary Dunes. Catch a glimpse of the American Alligator sunbathing along the banks of the marshes …

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Travel the hand-built wooden twin bridges of the coastal backcountry, nestled between the countless species of native plants and wildlife. Find tranquility on this one-mile stretch linking the east trails of Catman Road, Rattlesnake Ridge and Cotton Ba …

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Seven trails among six distinct ecosystems make up more than 15 miles of the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail complex through Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Alabama and the Gulf State Park. Explore the timeless beauty of the Butterfly Garden, the mystical …

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Red Mountain Park’s 15-mile trail system traverses exciting and diverse terrain. Stop and smell the oak leaf hydrangeas, shred red rock, uncover the site where miners sought ore, soar through the long-leaf pines, or kick back while your four-legged bes …

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Ruins of the Irondale Blast Furnace remain at the mid point of this crushed stone trail. Its history dates back to the Civil War. Courtesy: Mtn Brook Parks and Rec Handbook

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The James D. Martin Wildlife Park bird sanctuary is part of The Alabama Birding Trails. Located off Hwy 411, just behind the Gadsden Mall, the park offers exciting views of a heron rookery and access to several miles of walking trails. Much of the trai …

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Explore maritime forest, wetlands, and Little Lagon. Many species of plants and birds can often be seen along this universally accessible trail. Universally accessible Rating: Easy to Moderate. Time: 1 hour. Distance: 1 mile Loop. Courtesy: US Fish & W …

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Trails from Chewacla State Park are part of the National Recreational Trails program. More information can be found at: http://www.americantrails.org/NRTDatabase/trailDetail.php?recordID=3646

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This trail is 0.8 miles, one way and leads to an old cemetery that is located inside the boundaries of Guntersville State Park. Turn onto the park road from Highway 227 and follow the signs towards the Lakeside Cottages. The gated entrance to this trai …

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Lagoon Park Trails offers over six miles of natural surface single- and double-track trails for walking, hiking, trail running, mountain biking, birding, and fishing.  The trails meander across open meadows, along creeks, lagoons, and a 7-acre beaver p …

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The Trail takes the visitor through the maritime forest, where the dominant plants are Loblolly and Slash Pines, Live Oak, Southern Magnolia, and Tupelo Gum. It leads by slightly elevated boardwalk from the parking lot to Gaillard Lake, where turtles, …

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The Lake Trail is approximately 1 mile long and connects Cheaha Lake to Rock Garden. This trail has a more than 1,000 foot elevation change in the first 1/2 mile. This trail is very steep and rugged. It is a fun and challenging trail, but make sure you …

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The Lake Trail is approximately 1 mile long and connects Cheaha Lake to Rock Garden. This trail has a more than 1,000 foot elevation change in the first 1/2 mile. This trail is very steep and rugged. It is a fun and challenging trail, but make sure you …

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This half-mile trail gives riders access to the following longer, intermediate single track trails: Falls View, Creek View, CCC, and For Pete’s Sake. It begins by following Ranger Dell’s Trail in a clockwise direction by slowly winding down into the bo …

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This 2-mile trail (one-way) begins at the South Trailhead and ends at the Lake Lurleen Dam. There, it connects to the much longer Tashka Trail. Lakeside Trail is an excellent option for short hikes and as an introductory ride to novice mountain bikers. …

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Located on the perimeter of the 243 acre Westgate Memorial Park, The Larry and Ronna Dykes Trail consists of two 3.28 mile trails: one for pedestrians and one for cyclists. Each trail is 9 feet in width. However, the trails also include short well mark …

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The Leave No Trace Bigfoot Challenge Trail connects the CSP Motel to the highest point in Alabama. As you climb to the highest point, you have a chance to learn how to help us take care of the woods. There are LNT teaching signs scattered along the tra …

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This trail connects the campground to Town Creek and follows an old Indian path dating back to the early 1800’s when Cherokee Indians inhabited the region. The trail comes out on Highway 227 just before the Town Creek Bridge, crossing the main park roa …

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This optional .43 mile loop splits off from Tashka Trail approximately 9.2 miles from the South Trailhead (traveling clockwise), and approximately 1.8 miles from the North Trailhead (traveling counterclockwise). This is a fast and dazzling little loop …

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A day-use area at Harris Lake developed in partnership with the Lake Wedowee Property Owner’s Association surrounded by water and perfect for a family outing. This park has miles of walking trails, acres of pollinator plots, numerous places to fish alo …

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This loop trail has little change in elevation and was formed as part of the old rail bed used for removing ore from the mountain.

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1 mile. This trail begins at the Lodge’s playground and descends to the campground. It runs into the Lickskillet Trail directly above the campground. Deer are often seen along this trail. This path is Moderate. Courtesy: Alabama State Parks

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