Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Dothan, Alabama

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Rock Pond Road

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.…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Lake Lane

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…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Star Pond Trail

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…
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Total Miles
1
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Frog Pond Road

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…
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Total Miles
1.5
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Ten Mile Still Road

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…
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Total Miles
1.6
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Morning Star Road

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…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

East Entrance Trail

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…
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Total Miles
1.7
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

East Side Loop

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…
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Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Chickasawhatchee Road

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…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi

Flat Hole Loop

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…
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Total Miles
6.8
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Pine Island 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…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Sp

Big Gulley - FS 121

Big Gulley - 121 is a narrow, one-lane sandy road that offers a laid-back drive through the forest--until you hit the single deep mud hole. This obstacle has a soft bottom and can become especially…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi

Big Gully Creek South - FS 131

Big Gully Creek South is a smooth, sandy, and fun winding trail that leads you through a scenic stretch of forest. It intersects at a large four-way junction, making it a key connector in the…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Mini Shot Trail - FS 105K

Mini Shot Trail - FS 105K is a scenic and dynamic trail that changes dramatically with the weather. When dry, it's an easy and enjoyable ride--rated a 2--offering sandy terrain and beautiful forest views. But…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi

Mercer - FS 105

Mercer FS 105 is a mellow, one-lane forest road that's smooth and sandy when dry--perfect for a relaxing cruise through the woods. The trail offers several great dispersed campsites and serves as a gateway to…
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Total Miles
7.8
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi / Su

Mud Creek 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…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Sp

Evano South - FS 103

Evano South (FS 103) is a scenic two-track winding through the Apalachicola National Forest. This trail offers a quiet, laid-back ride with dense pine stands and subtle changes in terrain. It's well-suited for a slower…
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Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi / Fa

Hosford - FS 132

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…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Su / Wi

Evano Trail

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…
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Total Miles
2.2
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Turkey Trot - FS 351

Turkey Trot - FS 351 is a fairly well-maintained forest service road that runs along the eastern edge of Five Runs Creek. The terrain is mostly flat and sandy, typical of many forest service roads…
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Total Miles
2.9
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Tatum Road Trail

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…
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Total Miles
6
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Lewis 109

This trail winds through a beautiful stretch of forest filled with big, tall pines and classic Florida terrain. The road is mostly sandy with a few muddy sections that can become problematic and less enjoyable…
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Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
Best Time
Su / Fa

Bow West 118

Starting right off Highway 65, Bow West runs for 5.2 miles into a cool, swampy stretch of classic Florida backcountry. While not particularly technical or scenic, it offers a peaceful drive with a few side…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi

Point Washington State Forest 1

This trail features deep, loose sand and mud, and some sections are very narrow. The signage is inconsistent, so keep an eye out for closed signage or other trail markings. This is mainly a pine…
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Total Miles
8.5
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Mercer Branch 117

This short, one-lane connector serves as a quick and scenic route between larger trails. While mostly straightforward and sandy, it features a few side shoots that offer additional exploring or potential camping spots. During the…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

FS 337

FS 337 is a generally well-maintained forest service road running north-south through the heart of the Conecuh National Forest in southern Alabama. As one of the main thoroughfares through the forest, it offers scenic views…
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Total Miles
6.7
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Larkin Trail - FS 113

Larkin Trail is a scenic and peaceful route through the Apalachicola National Forest, offering a mix of one- and two-lane sections along a soft, sandy surface. The trail winds through tall pine stands and opens…
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Total Miles
5.6
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Hogfoot Road - FS 332

This scenic route winds through towering pines on a smooth, well-maintained road, making for a relaxing drive through Conecuh National Forest. Along the way, you'll cross two picturesque bridges, adding to the charm of this…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Rock Pond - FS 141

Rock Pond (FS-141) is a scenic trail that leads to a great camping spot at the end, with a few other decent sites along the way. The trail offers a pleasant mix of terrain, but…
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Total Miles
2.3
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Wi / Fa

Point Washington State Forest 2

This trail features deep, loose sand and mud, and some sections are very narrow. The signage is inconsistent, so keep an eye out for closed signage or other trail markings. This is mainly a pine…
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Total Miles
5.2
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

ATV Trails Near Dothan, Alabama

Chickasawhatchee Road

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…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi

Pine Island 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…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Sp

Big Gulley - FS 121

Big Gulley - 121 is a narrow, one-lane sandy road that offers a laid-back drive through the forest--until you hit the single deep mud hole. This obstacle has a soft bottom and can become especially…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi

Big Gully Creek South - FS 131

Big Gully Creek South is a smooth, sandy, and fun winding trail that leads you through a scenic stretch of forest. It intersects at a large four-way junction, making it a key connector in the…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Mini Shot Trail - FS 105K

Mini Shot Trail - FS 105K is a scenic and dynamic trail that changes dramatically with the weather. When dry, it's an easy and enjoyable ride--rated a 2--offering sandy terrain and beautiful forest views. But…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi

Mercer - FS 105

Mercer FS 105 is a mellow, one-lane forest road that's smooth and sandy when dry--perfect for a relaxing cruise through the woods. The trail offers several great dispersed campsites and serves as a gateway to…
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Total Miles
7.8
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi / Su

UTV/Side-by-Side Near Dothan, Alabama

Chickasawhatchee Road

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…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi

Pine Island 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…
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Total Miles
1.9
Tech Rating
Best Time
Wi / Fa / Sp

Big Gulley - FS 121

Big Gulley - 121 is a narrow, one-lane sandy road that offers a laid-back drive through the forest--until you hit the single deep mud hole. This obstacle has a soft bottom and can become especially…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi

Big Gully Creek South - FS 131

Big Gully Creek South is a smooth, sandy, and fun winding trail that leads you through a scenic stretch of forest. It intersects at a large four-way junction, making it a key connector in the…
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Total Miles
2.8
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Su / Fa / Wi

Mini Shot Trail - FS 105K

Mini Shot Trail - FS 105K is a scenic and dynamic trail that changes dramatically with the weather. When dry, it's an easy and enjoyable ride--rated a 2--offering sandy terrain and beautiful forest views. But…
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Total Miles
0.9
Tech Rating
Best Time
Su / Sp / Fa / Wi

Mercer - FS 105

Mercer FS 105 is a mellow, one-lane forest road that's smooth and sandy when dry--perfect for a relaxing cruise through the woods. The trail offers several great dispersed campsites and serves as a gateway to…
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Total Miles
7.8
Tech Rating
Best Time
Sp / Fa / Wi / Su