Alabama Recreation Trails

Highland Trail: A short paved trail that follows along the highland ridge of Turkey Creek Nature Preserve. Difficulty: Easy, contains some moderate elevation ascents/descents. Length: 0.38 miles Road biking, Mountain biking, Hiking, Dogs allowed, bench …

The TCNP’s 5 trails provide plenty of opportunity for recreation, exercise, research, and education. Information about the trails, including difficulty, length, and what user group each trail is open to is provided at any of the Kiosk (i) located withi …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

After crossing Briar Lake and Tensaw River, the trail follows the entire length of Bayou Jessamine into Bottle Creek. A short paddle downstream, a pull-out on the west bank sandbar and brief 10 minute hike allows one to gaze into the past at a collecti …

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 …

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 …

Jemison Park is a linear park along Mtn Brook Parkway designed for preservation as a greenway. The concrete Jemison Trail runs between the Parkway and Shades Creek. There are three crushed stone spur trails that offer a variety of scenic views. Connect …

Departing from Rice Creek Landing, this overnight trail follows Rice Creek, Briar Lake and Tensaw River around Richarson Island, with a stopover at the Jug Lake Camping Platform. This trail offers a mixture of more secluded smaller water and open bigge …

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 …

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. …

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 …

Boy Scouts cleared the trails and installed benches for their Eagle Scout projects. The five Harvest Square trails include a 1/2 mile walk through oaks and pines (Dry Creek Trail); two trails that edge the holding ponds (Edge Trail and Pete’s Trail); o …

Public launch operated by DCNR. Can launch power boats, kayaks, canoes. Great place to access Mulberry Fork for fishing and paddling opportunities.

This trail is accessed by Lost Falls Trailhead and is located on KnottyPine-AL Forever Wild program property. It also connects with the Vizneyland loop, which adds another mile to the loop.

At the center of the park is a 100 acre aquamarine lake, formed from limestone quarrying, with a beach for swimming, fishing, and sunbathing. The park offers canoes and kayaks for rent, and there are more that sixteen miles of hiking and riding trails. …

The purple trail has a steep hill and is 0.75 miles in length. At the center of the park is a 100 acre aquamarine lake, formed from limestone quarrying, with a beach for swimming, fishing, and sunbathing. The park offers canoes and kayaks for rent, and …

The three mile Yellow Trail encircles the lake at the center of the park, offering nice views from much of the trail. At the center of the park is a 100 acre aquamarine lake, formed from limestone quarrying, with a beach for swimming, fishing, and sunb …

This trail follows the ridge above Straight Creek from the CCC Trail to the ford at exit 4. This trail is unmaintained and poorly marked.

At the center of the park is a 100 acre aquamarine lake, formed from limestone quarrying, with a beach for swimming, fishing, and sunbathing. The park offers canoes and kayaks for rent, and there are more that sixteen miles of hiking and riding trails. …

Blount County Palisades Park offers a relaxing atmosphere with scenic views atop of Ebell Mountain. The park has been enjoyed by visitors since November of 1973. The 100 acre park is owned by Blount County and is one of Blount County’s “best kept secre …

Offers outdoor enthusiasts solitude, a scenic lake, and picturesque campsites. Payne Lake Recreation Area has two swimming beaches and bathhouses for users of the recreation area. Each bathhouse has restrooms and showers. Camping is permitted at 76 dev …

There is a 3.1-mile walking trail at Ed Lisenby Lake. 1 mile of the trail is primitive, while the remaining 2.1 miles are paved. Approximate walking time is one hour. The trail is available year round for your walking/jogging pleasure. Your pets are we …

Boy Scouts cleared the trails and installed benches for their Eagle Scout projects. Pete’s Trail follows the edge of Turner Pond, one of the two holding ponds on the property. The five Harvest Square trails include a 1/2 mile walk through oaks and pine …

The Phenix City Riverwalk is a 1.21-mile structure on the western bank of the Chattahoochee River, situated just across from Columbus, Georgia. Connecting the two cities are multiple bridges. The historic Dillingham Street Bridge and the newly renovate …

Explore the plants and wildlife of an intact dune ecosystem that includes maritime forest, scrub and dune habitats. This unique trail features a saltwater lagoon on one side and a freshwater lake on the other. At the 1 mile marker check out the observa …

The Wehle Tract is typically open the first and third weekend of each month, unless the weekend is near a major holiday, providing opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, canoeing, bird watching and horseback riding. The Wehle Tract is closed the m …