Alabama Recreation Trails

The Lake Trail is a multi-use hike and bike trail around Double Oak Lake located on Terrace Drive. There are 2 main entrances to the Lake Trail – you can park at the Marina and walk back to an entrance or you may park at the South Trailhead Parking lot …

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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 a multi-use hike and bike trail around Double Oak Lake located on Terrace Drive. There are 2 main entrances to the Lake Trail – you can park at the Marina and walk back to an entrance or you may park at the South Trailhead Parking lot …

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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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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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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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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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Nestled in the heart of Madison, atop it’s tallest peak is a hidden gem. Minutes from downtown, the Rainbow Mountain Preserve, technically part of Stoneridge Park owned and operated by the city, wraps one side of the mountain, offering adventures throu …

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There are 5 trails on the east side of the park that were created as bike trails. Hikers are also welcome on these trails, but they need to yield to mountain bikers. The trails that you will encounter on the east side include: Cheaha Express, Deer Run, …

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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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Part of “For Pete’s Sake” trail system, which has different loop options ranging from 3-8 miles. Trails from Chewacla State Park are part of the National Recreational Trails program. More information can be found at: http://www.americantrails.org/NRTDa …

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2 miles. Extending from the Cascade Trail to the Town Creek Bridge and intersecting with the Lickskillet Trail. This path crosses a rocky stream and skirts the outer regions of the golf course. This path is Moderate. Courtesy: Alabama State Parks

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The 2 mile trail begins at the existing Orr Park asphalt walking and biking trail at its closest approach to Island Street near the junction of Island Street and Middle Street. Public restrooms are available along the existing Orr Park trail near the b …

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Moonshine Trail is a 0.7 mile moderate trail stretching from one end of Butler’s Pass to the gravel parking lot at the intersection of Waterfall/King’s Chapel/Terrell Connector. It is a moderate trail with a technical section or two, but all in all a f …

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The Mountain Laurel Trail wanders along a streambank through beautiful Mountain Laurel out to the Rock Garden Outlook. This overlook showcases the beauty of Talladega National Forest, and has limited manmade structures obstructing the view

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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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