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 opportunities available, the mountain has also become arguably the preeminent mountain biking destination in our state. Through a partnership […]
The trail is considered an easy trail with gentle or no grade.
Geology Trail
A short stroll featuring sandstone and limestone outcrops, including a favorite resting point calle Turtle Rock. This trail connects to the Nature Trail.
Trillium Trail
A great wildflower trail lined in Spring by Trillium, Fairywand, and Jack-in-the-pulpit. Featuring some slight, rocky inclines.
Lizard Loop
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.
Eastern Trailhead
This easy trail connects the Eastern Ruffner Road entrance to Pipeline Trail.
Wetlands Trail
One of our easier trails, with very little elevation change. It provides great viewing of frgos, dragonflies, and native wetland plants along its boardwalks and crushed rock paths.
Pipeline Trail
This wide, easy trail runs along a buried gas pipeline. It connects Lizard Loop and the eastern trailhead to the rest of the trails. It isoccasionally used as a service path for gas company vehicles.
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 2 BLUE
Kentuck ORV Trail has riding for everyone on wheels, whether the vehicle of choice is an ATV, a motorcycle, or a mountain bike. The easy to moderate trail has 4 loops totaling 23 miles. Some of the trails have easy sections with gentle grades, sweeping turns and fairly smooth surfaces with few obstacles. Other trails […]
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 3 YELLOW
Kentuck ORV Trail has riding for everyone on wheels, whether the vehicle of choice is an ATV, a motorcycle, or a mountain bike. The easy to moderate trail has 4 loops totaling 23 miles. Some of the trails have easy sections with gentle grades, sweeping turns and fairly smooth surfaces with few obstacles. Other trails […]
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 4 ORANGE
Kentuck ORV Trail has riding for everyone on wheels, whether the vehicle of choice is an ATV, a motorcycle, or a mountain bike. The easy to moderate trail has 4 loops totaling 23 miles. Some of the trails have easy sections with gentle grades, sweeping turns and fairly smooth surfaces with few obstacles. Other trails […]
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 1 WHITE
Kentuck ORV Trail has riding for everyone on wheels, whether the vehicle of choice is an ATV, a motorcycle, or a mountain bike. The easy to moderate trail has 4 loops totaling 23 miles. Some of the trails have easy sections with gentle grades, sweeping turns and fairly smooth surfaces with few obstacles. Other trails […]
KENTUCK ORV LOOP 5 KIDDIE
Kentuck ORV Trail has riding for everyone on wheels, whether the vehicle of choice is an ATV, a motorcycle, or a mountain bike. The easy to moderate trail has 4 loops totaling 23 miles. Some of the trails have easy sections with gentle grades, sweeping turns and fairly smooth surfaces with few obstacles. Other trails […]
Black Willow Trail
Sweet Shrub Trail
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 Pavilion. Some interpretation is provided along this easily hiked stretch of trail […]
Lake Trail
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 and pick up the trail […]
Foreplay
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 park’s day-use picnic facilities include large picnic pavilions and picnic tables with grills, […]
Family Trail
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 park’s day-use picnic facilities include large picnic pavilions and picnic tables with grills, […]
Orange Trail
The Orange Trail is known as the Horse Trail and is 15 miles long. The trail begins at the stables (located on John Findley Drive) and winds around through the woods to end back at the stables. The Orange Trail is for horses only, no foot or bike traffic.
Centipede
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 park’s day-use picnic facilities include large picnic pavilions and picnic tables with grills, […]
Wildlife Center Trail
The Wildlife Center Trail is a short 0.3 mile trail. It leads from the beach parking lot up to the Wildlife Center. It also connects to the Treetop Nature Trail (which is an elevated boardwalk with several cages housing birds of prey that have been rehabilitated after having been injured), the Yellow Trail, and the […]
Red
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. Visitors can even rent horses for riding or obtain diver certification […]
Blue
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. Visitors can even rent horses for riding or obtain diver certification […]
Orange
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. Visitors can even rent horses for riding or obtain diver certification […]
Three Caves Loop Trail
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 lead residents and visitors to the Three Caves trailhead – and the Land Trust’s 25+ […]
Base CAMP Trail
A relatively flat loop around the campground with wide and easy turns, almost no roots or rocks, and minimal elevation changes. It is the perfect trail for someone new to mountain biking, or visitors to the park that bring their bike along for casual rides. Experienced riders can use it as a warm up. Short […]
Original Bald Rock Trail
Original Bald Rock hiking trail which runs alongside of the boardwalk.
Bald Rock Boardwalk
Located near the Bald Rock Group Lodge, the Bald Rock Trail has a boardwalk that is wheelchair accessible. Guest with young children find this stroller accessible trail fun for the whole family. This trail is 1/4 of a mile long, and ends in a picturesque overlook with views that stretch for miles. The original hiking trail still runs alongside of […]
Fisherman’s Trail
The Fisherman’s Trail wraps around Cheaha Lake. This is a nice trail for finding the right fishing hole, exploring the park, or enveloping yourself in nature.
CAMP’s Trail
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
Sweet Shrub Trail
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 Pavilion. Some interpretation is provided along this easily hiked stretch of trail […]
Eagle Scout Trail
The Eagle Scout Trail branches off from the Troup 30 Boy Scout Trail on the east side of Chewacla Lake and terminates on the logging road across from the Walnut Shelter. The trail is also accessible from the parking lot located between the creek and Walnut Shelters. This trail is wide and easy to follow. […]
Fox Trail
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
Lake Trail
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 and pick up the trail […]
Douglas Lake Trail
Traveling down Tensaw Lake and into Douglas Lake, this trail is characterized by its lake-like setting. This flat water paddle into Douglas Lake provides an opportunity to witness the large cypress trees reminiscent of the old Mobile-Tensaw Delta. Courtesy: Alabama Canoe Trails Website
Richardson Island Trail
Departing from Rice Creek landing, this simple trail follows Rice Creek, Briar Lake and Tensaw Lake around Richardson Island. Paddle this simple route and its several back sloughs that offer opportunites for fishing, bird-watching or just quiet solitude. Courtesy: Alabama Canoe Trails Website
Fisher Island Trail
After crossing Briar Lake and the Tensaw River, the trail follows Bayou Jessamine into what is locally known as Jug Lake. Paddling up this bayou allows for a unique experience of observing the wildlife and plants of an interior delta island. Courtesy: Alabama Canoe Trails Website
Indian Mound Trail
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 collection of large mounds constructed by Indians of the Mississippian Era. […]
Two Rivers Point
Departing from Rice Creek Landing, the trail runs the east side of Richardson Island and follows the entire length of the picturesque Bayou Tallapoosa into the Tensaw River. After an overnight stay at the land-based Two Rivers Point Campsite, the trail returns to Rice Creek Landing via Bayou Jessamine. The opportunity to visit Bottle Creek […]
Globe Creek Trail
Starting in the upper reaches of the Mobile-Tensaw Forever Wild Property, this trail begins in a small waterway that meanders through mature bottomland hardwood forests. This trail offers numerous opportunities to view the diverse wildlife and plants of this unique ecological region. Courtesy: Alabama Canoe Trails Website
Red Hill/Proctor Creek Trail
Crossing the open water of Tensaw Lake to these small feeder creeks offers a opportunity to explore the remote backwaters. Many limbs and sunken trees prohibit access to most motorboats, providing the perfect opportunity for smaller canoes and kayaks to enjoy the solitude. Courtesy: Alabama Canoe Trails Website