Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Columbia, Alabama

Rock Pond Road winds through the northern part of Section A of the Apalachee WMA. Unlike other roads through the Apalachee WMA, Rock Pond Road is generally open year-round outside of defined game hunting periods. Rock Pond Road is a relatively flat, packed dirt trail with several soft areas that wil...
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Lake Lane is the primary entrance into the western section of the Silver Lake WMA. The management office and maintenance buildings will be the first things you pass as you enter the WMA. The trail surface is primarily packed dirt with several grassy sections. There is only one pothole that tends to ...
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Star Pond Trail is an out-and-back trail leading to one of the managed fishing ponds in the Silver Lake WMA. The trail is mostly grass with some areas that are prone to potholes or ruts that have been remediated with crushed rock to provide a stable surface. The trail crosses a slight ridge (110') a...
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Frog Pond Road trail is an interesting winding trail through pine forest that features its namesake, Frog Pond, about a half mile from its eastern end at the intersection with Yates Spring Road. Several sections also feature mature oaks with plenty of Spanish Moss to make for a picturesque drive. Th...
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East Entrance Trail is the primary entrance to the eastern side of the Silver Lake WMA. As with most Georgia WMAs, a valid hunting or fishing license is required to access the WMA property. The East End Trail is primarily packed dirt with a crushed rock surface. The trail is almost two vehicles wide...
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Morning Star Road trail is a slightly winding drive through stands of old and young southern pine trees, scrub, and flatlands. A slight hill near the east end of the trail provides an excellent elevated view of the WMA property. Morning Star provides a connector between East End Loop and the lower p...
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With a name like Ten Mile Still Road, you would think there was some interesting history to go along with the name. Unfortunately, an internet search came up empty. The fact that the distance from its intersection with Hwy 253 to the end at the Ten Mile Still boat ramp is right at ten miles might gi...
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The East Side loop is a combination of three trail segments making up the south, east, and north sections of the loop. The south segment is level packed dirt with a few shallow potholes that may hold water in wet weather. The east segment is also packed dirt with a few gentle grades. The north segme...
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The Chickasawhatchee Road connects the north entrance at GA-62 and the west entrance at GA-37. The trail gives you access to the Campground and several other trails in the Chickasawhatchee Wildlife Management Area. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand and some deep holes that...
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The Pine Island Road connects GA-62 at the north end and the Seven Bridge Road at the south end. The trail gives you access to the Mike Commander Shooting Range at the Chickasawhatchee Wildlife Management Area. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand, and some deep holes that ca...
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Flat Hole Loop runs through the southeastern quadrant of the Chickasawhatchee Wildlife Management Area (WMA). Only street-legal, registered, and licensed vehicles are permitted. Additionally, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GADNR) requires individuals to be in possession of the Georgia ...
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The Mud Creek Road connects GA-62 at the north entrance and the Seven Bridge Road at the south end. The trail gives you access to the Gut Pit and several other trails in the Chickasawhatchee Wildlife Management Area. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand, and some deep holes t...
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This 6.3‑mile through‑trail winds through timberland, hunting areas, and to hunting camps bordering the Hannahatchee Creek WMA. Packed red clay and sandy silt create ever‑changing terrain, easily rutted after rain. Scenic vistas near the Georgia foothills offer stunning views, while use, seasonal, a...
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Evano West, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 103, connects Evano South at the west end and County Road 65 at the east end. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National Forest along Western Branch and gives you access to a few OHV and off-road trails in the area...
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Little Gully Creek, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 150, is a dead-end road that starts at County Road 12. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National Forest into the Johnson Juniper Swamp and gives you access to a few OHV trails and the Florida National Scen...
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Freshly graded and well-maintained, this main thoroughfare cuts through Tates Hell with ease. It's a wide, fast-moving route ideal for connecting deeper into the forest or staging for a day of trail exploration. The surface is smooth hardpack with minimal obstacles, making it suitable for most vehic...
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This bumpy, sandy two-track in the Apalachicola National Forest is a fairly uneventful route, serving primarily as a connector to more interesting nearby trails. While it doesn't offer much in terms of scenery or technical challenges, it's a solid option for covering ground or accessing deeper parts...
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Trail 308B is a dynamic single-lane sandy route that offers a bit of everything for the adventurous driver. Starting along the edge of private property, the trail quickly transitions into deeper forest terrain. Early sections reveal visible tornado damage, adding a raw and rugged feel to the landsca...
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The Cross Road Trail, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 320, connects County Road 375 at the west end and Otter Camp FS 344 at the east end. It takes you through the north-east part of the Apalachicola National Forest along Gulley Bay and gives you access to several OHV and off-road tr...
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Mercer West, also known as Apalachicola National Forest Road 105, connects Mercer Trail at the east end and County Road 12 at the west end. It takes you through the southwest part of the Apalachicola National Forest along Camel Pond and gives you access to Camel Pond Recreation Area with Restrooms, ...
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The Chickasawhatchee Road connects the north entrance at GA-62 and the west entrance at GA-37. The trail gives you access to the Campground and several other trails in the Chickasawhatchee Wildlife Management Area. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand and some deep holes that...
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The Pine Island Road connects GA-62 at the north end and the Seven Bridge Road at the south end. The trail gives you access to the Mike Commander Shooting Range at the Chickasawhatchee Wildlife Management Area. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand, and some deep holes that ca...
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The Mud Creek Road connects GA-62 at the north entrance and the Seven Bridge Road at the south end. The trail gives you access to the Gut Pit and several other trails in the Chickasawhatchee Wildlife Management Area. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand, and some deep holes t...
Learn more about Mud Creek Road

This 6.3‑mile through‑trail winds through timberland, hunting areas, and to hunting camps bordering the Hannahatchee Creek WMA. Packed red clay and sandy silt create ever‑changing terrain, easily rutted after rain. Scenic vistas near the Georgia foothills offer stunning views, while use, seasonal, a...
Learn more about Tatum Road Trail

The Chickasawhatchee Road connects the north entrance at GA-62 and the west entrance at GA-37. The trail gives you access to the Campground and several other trails in the Chickasawhatchee Wildlife Management Area. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand and some deep holes that...
Learn more about Chickasawhatchee Road

The Pine Island Road connects GA-62 at the north end and the Seven Bridge Road at the south end. The trail gives you access to the Mike Commander Shooting Range at the Chickasawhatchee Wildlife Management Area. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand, and some deep holes that ca...
Learn more about Pine Island Road

The Mud Creek Road connects GA-62 at the north entrance and the Seven Bridge Road at the south end. The trail gives you access to the Gut Pit and several other trails in the Chickasawhatchee Wildlife Management Area. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand, and some deep holes t...
Learn more about Mud Creek Road

This 6.3‑mile through‑trail winds through timberland, hunting areas, and to hunting camps bordering the Hannahatchee Creek WMA. Packed red clay and sandy silt create ever‑changing terrain, easily rutted after rain. Scenic vistas near the Georgia foothills offer stunning views, while use, seasonal, a...
Learn more about Tatum Road Trail