Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Hartford, Alabama

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 in the region. You’ll encounter occasional burn scars along the route, which can become slick and muddy...
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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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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 peaceful forest trail. Ideal for all vehicle types, this road provides easy ...
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Loop Road offers a scenic and relaxed ride, making it a great option for those looking to enjoy the natural surroundings. Drivers can expect small ruts and loose gravel on steeper grades, so caution should be advised if traveling this route in rainy weather. Overall, the terrain is straightforward a...
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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 of longleaf pine stands, open understory habitat, and abundant wildlife view...
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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 woods forest with dispersed camping throughout and two reservation campgrounds. You'll should have good c...
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Forest Road H 32 is a dead-end road that takes you from the Upper Karick Lake Road to the public boat ramp and picnic area on the west side of Karick Lake. It is a short trail in the north-east part of the Blackwater River State Forest. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand, a...
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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 woods forest with dispersed camping throughout and two reservation campgrounds. You'll should have good c...
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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 woods forest with dispersed camping throughout and two reservation campgrounds. You'll should have good c...
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Road 31 is a short access trail off the main highway in Point Washington State Forest that leads into the forest and connects to the main forest road system. At less than a mile long, it’s an easy drive that can be completed in just a few minutes. The surface is mostly hard-packed sand, making it ac...
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Road 7 is a short 1.1-mile sandy access road in Point Washington State Forest that takes about 15 minutes one way and dead-ends at the Eastern Lake Campground. The road is mostly single-lane with occasional pull-offs for passing and can become soft in dry conditions, though it is generally easy and ...
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Forest Road R 123 connects High Bridge Road at the west end and SR 189 at the east end. It is a 2-mile-long trail that takes you through the north east part of the Blackwater River State Forest and gives you access to several trails along the Barrel Branch District, and has an appendix that ends at ...
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This easy trail through the state forest is a mix of gravel and loose sand. During heavy rain, there are some mud puddles to splash in. Very easy drive. There is no dispersed camping along the trail, and the side roads have been closed due to restoration. This trail features a creepy pet cemetery.
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Boggy Hollow Road winds through the Conecuh National Forest, connecting Alabama County Road 4 to the State Line Road in Florida. This mostly pine needle twin track is a mix of sand, packed sand, and some muddy spots. There are various spurs along this relaxing route offering a chance to venture deep...
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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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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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Mattie Kennedy Road connects Sherman Kennedy Road at the east end and Kennedy Bridge Road at the west end. It is a 2-mile trail that takes you through the northeast part of the Blackwater River State Forest along More Creek and gives you access to several OHV and off-road trails in the area. The roa...
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High Bridge Road connects Sherman Kennedy Road at the west end and County Road 189 at the east end. It is a 3-mile-long trail that takes you through the northeast part of the Blackwater River State Forest and gives you access to several trails along the Panther Creek District. The road conditions ar...
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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 peaceful forest trail. Ideal for all vehicle types, this road provides easy ...
Learn more about Hogfoot Road - FS 332

Forest Road H 32 is a dead-end road that takes you from the Upper Karick Lake Road to the public boat ramp and picnic area on the west side of Karick Lake. It is a short trail in the north-east part of the Blackwater River State Forest. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand, a...
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Forest Road R 123 connects High Bridge Road at the west end and SR 189 at the east end. It is a 2-mile-long trail that takes you through the north east part of the Blackwater River State Forest and gives you access to several trails along the Barrel Branch District, and has an appendix that ends at ...
Learn more about R 123

Mattie Kennedy Road connects Sherman Kennedy Road at the east end and Kennedy Bridge Road at the west end. It is a 2-mile trail that takes you through the northeast part of the Blackwater River State Forest along More Creek and gives you access to several OHV and off-road trails in the area. The roa...
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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 peaceful forest trail. Ideal for all vehicle types, this road provides easy ...
Learn more about Hogfoot Road - FS 332

Forest Road H 32 is a dead-end road that takes you from the Upper Karick Lake Road to the public boat ramp and picnic area on the west side of Karick Lake. It is a short trail in the north-east part of the Blackwater River State Forest. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand, loose sand, a...
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Forest Road R 123 connects High Bridge Road at the west end and SR 189 at the east end. It is a 2-mile-long trail that takes you through the north east part of the Blackwater River State Forest and gives you access to several trails along the Barrel Branch District, and has an appendix that ends at ...
Learn more about R 123

Mattie Kennedy Road connects Sherman Kennedy Road at the east end and Kennedy Bridge Road at the west end. It is a 2-mile trail that takes you through the northeast part of the Blackwater River State Forest along More Creek and gives you access to several OHV and off-road trails in the area. The roa...
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