Alabama Recreation Trails

16 miles round-trip. This trail is located near our Town Creek Campground and offers 16 miles of moderate to rugged terrain. Primitive camping is permitted near the trail head and at Town Creek. Courtesy: Alabama State Parks

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Blevins Gap Nature Preserve is 971.12 acres of scenic vistas, rock overhangs, trails, and pristine forest. It features a 10.5 mile trail system. This Preserve is one of three Land Trust Preserves that are each larger than Central Park and are all withi …

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The paved recreational trail runs alongside Guntersville’s well-preserved historic homes as it meanders near the banks of beautiful Lake Guntersville on the Tennessee River. It roughly follows the path of Sunset Drive. The Sunset Drive Trail’s total di …

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The Swan Creek Greenway Trail is owned and maintained by the City of Athens as an outdoor park and trail. The wooded trail parallels Swan Creek for approximately 2.3 miles, offering scenic views of small rapids and numerous pools along the tributary. T …

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This trail by Lake Jordan in Wetumpka is a mix of old-school hand-built single track with some newer style flow trail being added. The trail is almost completely singletrack with some tight technical sections along with some steep climbs and decents. I …

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The Sweet Shrub Trail follows Moore’s Mill Creek upstream. Water fowl such as Great Blue Herons and Kingfishers can be seen forging and hunting in the shallow waters. The trail begins at the Lower Pavilion, makes a loop and returns to the Lower Pavilio …

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The Sweet Shrub Trail follows Moore’s Mill Creek upstream. Water fowl such as Great Blue Herons and Kingfishers can be seen forging and hunting in the shallow waters. The trail begins at the Lower Pavilion, makes a loop and returns to the Lower Pavilio …

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Lake Howard trail system consists of four loops and a connector when ridden out and back can total 15.5 miles. The trail is laid out directional but can be ridden any way you watn. Maps are available at the trail head, in addition to an available chang …

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Lake Howard trail system consists of four loops and a connector when ridden out and back can total 15.5 miles. The trail is laid out directional but can be ridden any way you watn. Maps are available at the trail head, in addition to an available chang …

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Lake Howard trail system consists of four loops and a connector when ridden out and back can total 15.5 miles. The trail is laid out directional but can be ridden any way you watn. Maps are available at the trail head, in addition to an available chang …

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Lake Howard trail system consists of four loops and a connector when ridden out and back can total 15.5 miles. The trail is laid out directional but can be ridden any way you watn. Maps are available at the trail head, in addition to an available chang …

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Lake Howard trail system consists of four loops and a connector when ridden out and back can total 15.5 miles. The trail is laid out directional but can be ridden any way you watn. Maps are available at the trail head, in addition to an available chang …

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Totaling 4,083 acres sandwiched between the cities of Oxford and Anniston, Coldwater Mountain is protected under Alabama’s Forever Wild Land Trust and is managed by Alabama State Lands. While there are abundant hiking and wildlife watching opportunitie …

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Horseshoe Bend to Jaybird Creek Landing offers dancing water. History. Eagles. Fish. Spectacular views, picnic spots, and tons of campsites—all on one exquisite river. The Tallapoosa flows over shoals and layers of quartzite in a waterway that provides …

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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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The Talmadge Butler Boardwalk Trail was built through a community effort headed by former park superintendent Talmadge Butler. Grants and donations paid for the materials used to build the trail. The Alabama State Parks Maintenance Crew constructed the …

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This 9-mile segment begins where Lakeside Trail concludes, at the west end of Lake Lurleen Dam, next to the dam spillway. Use caution. Some sections are steeply graded, sandy, or covered with loose gravel. In addition, the 9 miles contain no shortcuts …

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Taylor Mountain is a 1.2 mile long trail with an elevation change of approcimately 300 ft. Some sections have a max trail grad of 15% or greater. Taylor Mountain Trail is joined by Terrell Connector Trail at the bottom, and th Golf Course Trail at the …

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Terrapin Creek is twisty and quick with plenty of shoals, rocks and whitewater spots to make for a few fun hours and long enough for a multi-day trip. Paddling normally begins at the CR 49 Bridge in Borden Springs. This fairly swift stretch takes out a …

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The Terrapin is twisty and quick with plenty of shoals, rocks and whitewater spots to make for a few fun hours and long enough for a multi-day trip. Paddling normally begins at the CR 49 Bridge in Borden Springs. This fairly swift stretch takes out at …

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Terrapin Creek is twisty and quick with plenty of shoals, rocks and whitewater spots to make for a few fun hours and long enough for a multi-day trip. Terrapin Creek from County Road 49 can be a successful and fun paddle. Paddling normally begins at th …

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Terrapin Creek is twisty and quick with plenty of shoals, rocks and whitewater spots to make for a few fun hours and long enough for a multi-day trip. Paddling normally begins at the CR 49 Bridge in Borden Springs. This fairly swift stretch of Terrapin …

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Terrell Trail is 1.1 miles long with an elevation change of approximately 115 feet. Some sections boast a max trail grade of 20% or greater. Terrell Trail ends at Graveyard Hill, home of the King’s Chapel Cemetery. There you will find the intersection …

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Terrell Connector Trail leads to a T where you can take Terrell Trail to the left, leading to the King’s Chapel Cemetery where you can pick up King’s Chapel Trail or cross the closed road to Tom Bevill. Taking a right at the T leads you to another T wh …

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Also known as The Green Trail, this trail parallels the DeSoto Scout Trail but follows the ridgeline behind the cabins at DeSoto State Park. The trail is marked with NEON GREENISH YELLOW blazes and can be accessed by from Indian Falls or Gilliam Loop T …

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The Double Oak Trail at Oak Mountain State Park, also known as the “Red Trail”, has something for mountain bikers of any skill level, from kids and beginners to experts. Built and maintained by local volunteers with the non-profit trail group Birmingha …

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The day-use activities at Oak Mountain State Park set it apart from the rest. With over 50 miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails set in a picturesque 9,940-acre park, there is something for all outdoor enthusiasts to appreciate and enjoy. The …

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Thompson Trace Trail follows the upper ridge above the Falls from the Highlands Recreational Area to the Falls recreational area. The Thompson Trace Trail can be used in conjunction with the Hanby Hollow trail as a loop. This trail is rated as Easy, bu …

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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 day-use activities at Oak Mountain State Park set it apart from the rest. With over 50 miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails set in a picturesque 9,940-acre park, there is something for all outdoor enthusiasts to appreciate and enjoy. The …

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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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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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Tom Bevill Trail is a loop that runs a little over 3 miles around Ellenburg Mountain. There are some challenging climbs, switchbacks, and great views. This is a moderate trail for hikers and bikers. You will encounter quite a few roots and technical ar …

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Tom Bevill Trail is a loop that runs a little over 3 miles around Ellenburg Mountain in Lake Guntersville State Park. There are some challenging climbs, switchbacks, and great views. This is a moderate trail for hikers and bikers. You will encounter qu …

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This optional 2.3-mile loop splits off from Tashka Trail approximately 8.7 miles from the South Trailhead (traveling in a clockwise direction), and approximately 2.4 miles from the North Trailhead (traveling counterclockwise). This loop takes you throu …

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