Alabama Recreation Trails

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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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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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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 …

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Hike through the Talladega National Forest over undulating terrain and past numerous streams and lakes. Camping is also available at the Pine Glen Campground for $3 per night. The Lauren Shelter is available on this segment for overnight camping 4.6 mi …

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Beautiful hike through the Talladega National Forest along the spine of Horn Mountain. The Horn Mountain Fire Tower is along this section. Considered by many hikers to be “very difficult.”

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16.2 mile roadwalk through Coosa and souther Talladega Counties. This is an unimproved segment of trail that runs along county roads. Exercise extreme caution when walking along and crossing roads.

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Hike along the summit of beautiful Rebecca Mountain within the Talladega National Forest. Hike through old longleaf pines that are home to the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker.

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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.

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Pleasant Hill Trail is AlabamaÕs newest and only trail for biking and hiking in the Tuskegee National Forest. Only four miles in length, this trail is of moderate-level difficulty and provides incredible recreational fun for all.

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Beautiful hike through the Talladega National Forest. Considered by many hikers to be “very difficult.”

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Opossums love the fruits of the many persimmon trees found here. It is a moderate hike. Our largest quarry can be accessed from this trail.

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Located near our cabins, the Pulpit Rock trail is a moderate hike. This trail is 1/4 of a mile long, and ends with an amazing view of the Talladega National Forest. At the end of this trail there is a popular place for repelling.  Please register for r …

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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 …

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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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Our gateway trail, running along the ridgeline and connecting most of our trails. Hikers can choose to extend their hike into the limestone quarry to look for fossil remains of ancient sea life or take the Overlook Trail to Hawk’s View for a spectacula …

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The 1.1-mile Queen City Park Trail is located in Tuscaloosa’s historic Queen City Park. Built by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) in the 1930s, the park is on the National Register of Historic Places. The trail is a system of three connected tra …

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Located at the rear of the Lee Sports Complex, the Rainbow City Walking Path is a paved, .8 mile loop surrounded by woods. A Professional Disc Golf Association 18-hole course is located inside the perimeter of the trail. A small lake is located in the …

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Rainbow Mountain Loop Trail is a 1.5 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Madison, Alabama that features a great forest setting and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and trail running and is accessible …

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Sipsey is the largest wilderness area east of the Mississippi and offers outstanding opportunities for solitude. Hiking, camping, hunting, and fishing are permitted in the Sipsey Wilderness. Horseback riding is allowed on trails specifically designated …

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