Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Hillsboro, Alabama

County Road 90 begins as a paved route meandering through picturesque farmland before transitioning into the lush expanse of the Bankhead National Forest. Along the way, travelers can enjoy abundant wildlife and admire charming, historic generational farmhouses lining the roadside. The route also pr...
Learn more about County Road 90 - FS 259

Indian Tomb Hollow County Road 86 is a scenic and heavily traveled forest route, known for its picturesque creek and charming bridge. This stretch of road is especially stunning during the fall when the foliage is in full color. Be mindful that the road can become slick after rain, so exercise cauti...
Learn more about Indian Tomb Hollow Road

This is a tight, short out-and-back trail that winds through large stands of pine trees and passes old logging roads, along with a gate or two that are unlocked seasonally. Be sure to bring a saw, as fallen trees continue to block further access. The trail can be slick when muddy, so remember to tre...
Learn more about Flat Mountain Road - FS 270C

This scenic road through the heart of the Bankhead National Forest offers not only a breathtaking drive but also access to fascinating historic sites waiting to be explored at its end. Along the way, you'll encounter numerous streams and picturesque bridges, each adding to the natural beauty of this...
Learn more about Brushy Creek Road - NF 254

This is a sparsely traveled trail that follows the telephone lines and weaves through private property, offering beautiful views of the local farmlands and surrounding landscape. The trail can be tricky during the muddy season, so be sure to check local conditions before heading out, and remember to...
Learn more about County Road 198 - FS272

Forest Service Road 268 is a scenic, two-way country road that provides extensive access to other areas and trails. It offers ample opportunities for wildlife viewing and smooth, flowing travel. However, like many rural roads, it can be slick after rain or during muddy conditions. Be sure to leave n...
Learn more about County Road 81 - FS 268

FS223 is a gateway road leading into the wilderness areas of the Bankhead National Forest. This route culminates in a spacious parking lot, perfect for both camping and parking for those embarking on wilderness excursions. It's an excellent starting point for adventurers seeking to explore the fores...
Learn more about Braziel Creek Road - FS 223

FS229, also known as Gum Pond Motorway, is a single-lane, two-track road with freshly laid gravel and excellent maintenance. This scenic trail offers superb access to other parts of the Bankhead National Forest, making it a convenient route for further exploration. In the fall, this road is a stand...
Learn more about Gum Pond Motorway - FS 229

This trail is mostly two-lane dirt roads. Forest roads can be traveled in 2WD, but some off-shoot trails will require 4WD. Some side trails are gated. If the gates are open, they are clear to ride, but be sure to stay on the trail. There are potential mud holes, and some steep grates as well as some...
Learn more about Bankhead Roads

This Forest Service road within the Bankhead National Forest is a well-traveled and well-maintained route, offering stunning scenery ideal for birdwatching and leaf-peeping enthusiasts. Its natural beauty makes it a perfect escape into the heart of nature. Always remember to tread lightly, leave no ...
Learn more about Northwest Road - FS 208 EA

This Forest Service road within the Bankhead National Forest is a well-traveled and well-maintained route, offering stunning scenery ideal for birdwatching and leaf-peeping enthusiasts. Its natural beauty makes it a perfect escape into the heart of nature. Always remember to tread lightly, leave no ...
Learn more about Mountain Springs Road - FS 236

National Forest Service Road 208EA is a single-lane, two-track route known for its sharp hairpin turns and banked corners, offering a challenging yet rewarding drive through the Bankhead National Forest. Travelers should be cautious of a prominent rock protruding from the road and prepare for varyin...
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250 Acre Trail is a cruiser's paradise. This trail contours to the mountainside with multiple trails of the same difficulty intersecting and splitting off. This is a perfect trail to let the younger riders take their time, as there are few to no obstacles that can pose a threat. The well-manicured t...
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FS 262 is a one-lane gravel road, narrower than most others in the Bankhead National Forest. It provides access to the Al Creek Recreation Area, offering several large campsites along the route. The road also passes multiple closed roads and old roadbeds, providing ample opportunities for hiking and...
Learn more about Owl Creek Road - FS 262

The main road serves as the backbone of the trail system, with all routes connecting back to it. It is passable by stock four-wheel-drive vehicles in dry conditions and includes three creek crossings and one overlook with scenic views. The speed limit is 15 miles per hour, and wildlife such as deer ...
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All Aboard! Titanic is a great cruising trail that, when paired with the surrounding trails, can get you lost quickly. The Titanic section of the park is a small group of easy-riding trails on the opposite side of the ridge from Send It Hollow. Titanic primarily runs the long ridge line; however, th...
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Sinking Ship is a dual drop trail - drop in to enter and drop in to exit. Once you are inside the middle portion of the trail, both exits are uphill. This means when the rain comes down, the exit off the trail will become increasingly difficult. Sinking ship offers beautiful mountainside views of th...
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Where's Ed? is a short wrap-around trail with mild obstacles, and is more on the narrow side for the trails commonly found at NWALMP. This trail features the very common rich black soil and littered limestone rocks throughout. Due to the trail's distance, it is rarely traveled, but it is a great pul...
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FS202 begins at the junction with FS203, winding through a freshly cut wooded area before delving deeper into the Bankhead National Forest. This single-lane, two-track gravel road offers a peaceful and secluded drive, highlighted by access to a remarkable sight--a massive satellite and communication...
Learn more about Beulah Road - FS 202

Mount Olive Road is a steep, single-track trail with numerous offshoots and access points, including a large lake. This well-known road is regularly maintained, but it features large switchbacks and steep grades that can become washboarded, with ruts up to a foot deep in some areas. Exercise caution...
Learn more about Mount Olive Road - FS 245

County Road 90 begins as a paved route meandering through picturesque farmland before transitioning into the lush expanse of the Bankhead National Forest. Along the way, travelers can enjoy abundant wildlife and admire charming, historic generational farmhouses lining the roadside. The route also pr...
Learn more about County Road 90 - FS 259

Indian Tomb Hollow County Road 86 is a scenic and heavily traveled forest route, known for its picturesque creek and charming bridge. This stretch of road is especially stunning during the fall when the foliage is in full color. Be mindful that the road can become slick after rain, so exercise cauti...
Learn more about Indian Tomb Hollow Road

This is a tight, short out-and-back trail that winds through large stands of pine trees and passes old logging roads, along with a gate or two that are unlocked seasonally. Be sure to bring a saw, as fallen trees continue to block further access. The trail can be slick when muddy, so remember to tre...
Learn more about Flat Mountain Road - FS 270C

This scenic road through the heart of the Bankhead National Forest offers not only a breathtaking drive but also access to fascinating historic sites waiting to be explored at its end. Along the way, you'll encounter numerous streams and picturesque bridges, each adding to the natural beauty of this...
Learn more about Brushy Creek Road - NF 254

County Road 90 begins as a paved route meandering through picturesque farmland before transitioning into the lush expanse of the Bankhead National Forest. Along the way, travelers can enjoy abundant wildlife and admire charming, historic generational farmhouses lining the roadside. The route also pr...
Learn more about County Road 90 - FS 259

Indian Tomb Hollow County Road 86 is a scenic and heavily traveled forest route, known for its picturesque creek and charming bridge. This stretch of road is especially stunning during the fall when the foliage is in full color. Be mindful that the road can become slick after rain, so exercise cauti...
Learn more about Indian Tomb Hollow Road

This is a tight, short out-and-back trail that winds through large stands of pine trees and passes old logging roads, along with a gate or two that are unlocked seasonally. Be sure to bring a saw, as fallen trees continue to block further access. The trail can be slick when muddy, so remember to tre...
Learn more about Flat Mountain Road - FS 270C

This scenic road through the heart of the Bankhead National Forest offers not only a breathtaking drive but also access to fascinating historic sites waiting to be explored at its end. Along the way, you'll encounter numerous streams and picturesque bridges, each adding to the natural beauty of this...
Learn more about Brushy Creek Road - NF 254