Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near Jackson, Alabama

Entering the trail will be a gate that should be unlocked depending on seasonal closures. Be sure to close the gate upon entering and leaving. The trail is mostly grassy with a few small ruts and a mixture of dirt and sand. Vehicles the size of a Jeep Cherokee or Toyota Rav 4 can fit down the trail ...
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Gravel Landing is a scenic access point located within the Perdido River Wildlife Management Area along the Alabama–Florida border. The route to the landing follows a well-maintained gravel single-lane road that winds through pine forest and lowland habitat typical of the region. The trail is genera...
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Camp Henderson 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 straigh...
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Bypass the Rocky Duck Road with an easy and scenic route through the coastal pine forests of South Alabama. Starts a little sandy, then moves to packed dirt. Most SUVs will have no issue on the trail. Has a nice overlook at the end. This trail will connect to Blue Lake Loop.
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Blue Lake Loop is an easy and scenic route through the coastal pine forests of South Alabama. The trail follows a mix of sandy, grassy, and well-maintained gravel forest roads with mostly flat terrain, making it suitable for stock 4x4 or AWD vehicles in dry conditions. It’s an excellent choice for a...
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Mason West Road is an ideal route for novice off-roaders, nature lovers, or anyone seeking a relaxed drive through scenic terrain. This fairly well-maintained road offers a smooth and approachable experience, making it a great option for a wide range of users. The route features a shallow, gravel-bo...
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Camp Lowery Road is a well-maintained forest service road connecting Sellersville Road to Simmons Road, with mostly flat packed sand and gravel terrain. Expect occasional burn-scar sections that can become slick and muddy after rain. Overall, it’s an easy, scenic drive suitable for most vehicles — f...
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C39 is a narrow, single-lane trail that winds through towering mixed pine forests, offering a scenic and immersive off-road experience. The route provides an engaging ride without being overly technical, making it an excellent choice for those who want to enjoy the natural surroundings at a relaxed ...
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Devils Garden Trail in the Perdido River Management Area is an easy, casual route through South Alabama’s coastal pine forest. The trail features a mix of sandy, grassy, and well-maintained gravel roads with mostly flat terrain. It’s suitable for stock 4x4 or AWD vehicles in dry conditions and makes...
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FS 35000 is a well-maintained 14-mile gravel road that runs east-west through the DeSoto National Forest. The road is well-traveled, with the western two-thirds running near/through the Mississippi National Guard's Camp Shelby Military Reservation. The eastern third offers a few easily accessible di...
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Simmons Road connects Three Notch Trail at the east end and Mason West Road at the west end. It is a 6-mile-long road that takes you through the north-west part of the Blackwater River State Forest and gives you access to several trails along the Coldwater Creek District. The road conditions are a m...
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This well-traveled, two-lane forest service road serves as the main thoroughfare through Conecuh National Forest. Cutting through towering pine stands and diverse woodland terrain, it provides a scenic and accessible route with five water crossings along the way. The road is generally well-maintaine...
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S9 is a single-lane trail that follows the high ground between Big Juniper Creek and Long Branch, offering a dry and manageable route with no mud holes or creek crossings. Lightly maintained and generally straightforward, the trail has no major obstacles, making it suitable for most high-clearance v...
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Overstreet Road connects County Road 191 at the west end and Belandville Road at the east end. It is a 2.5-mile trail that takes you through the northeast part of the Blackwater River State Forest and gives you access to several OHV and off-road trails. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sa...
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This main thoroughfare is the longest continual road in Conecuh National Forest, offering easy access to the rest of the forest. The route features scenic views of pine stands, occasional burned scars, and five water crossings. The road is generally well-maintained but can be slick and muddy in spot...
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C185 is a single-lane route that winds through tall pine forests with occasional grassy open areas. The trail offers a scenic and relaxed ride, making it a great option for those looking to enjoy the natural surroundings. Drivers can expect small ruts, soft sand in some turns, and a few mud holes—mo...
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Sand Landing is a well-traveled scenic trail in the Perdido River Water Management Area, providing access to hunting, hiking, horseback riding, and a small craft boat launch bordering the east bank of the Perdido River. The trail begins as a packed gravel power line trail with some unavoidable mud ...
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Bracken Road connects Run for the Border at the west end and Beaver Creek Road at the east end. It is a 3-mile trail that takes you through the northeast part of the Blackwater River State Forest and gives you access to several OHV and off-road trails. The road conditions are a mixture of packed san...
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Carpenter Road connects County Road 191 at the west end and Belandville Road at the east end. It is a 2.5-mile trail that takes you through the northern part of the Blackwater River State Forest and gives you access to several OHV and off-road trails. The road conditions are a mixture of packed sand...
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S105 is a looping trail on the south side of the system that ties into Bracken Road. The route is characterized by deep sugar sand, significant rutting, and multiple blind corners, requiring attentive driving and proper line choice throughout. Maintaining controlled speeds is important, especially i...
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Entering the trail will be a gate that should be unlocked depending on seasonal closures. Be sure to close the gate upon entering and leaving. The trail is mostly grassy with a few small ruts and a mixture of dirt and sand. Vehicles the size of a Jeep Cherokee or Toyota Rav 4 can fit down the trail ...
Learn more about Peninsula Grove

Bypass the Rocky Duck Road with an easy and scenic route through the coastal pine forests of South Alabama. Starts a little sandy, then moves to packed dirt. Most SUVs will have no issue on the trail. Has a nice overlook at the end. This trail will connect to Blue Lake Loop.
Learn more about Duck Road Bypass

FS 35000 is a well-maintained 14-mile gravel road that runs east-west through the DeSoto National Forest. The road is well-traveled, with the western two-thirds running near/through the Mississippi National Guard's Camp Shelby Military Reservation. The eastern third offers a few easily accessible di...
Learn more about South Tank Trail - FS 35000

Simmons Road connects Three Notch Trail at the east end and Mason West Road at the west end. It is a 6-mile-long road that takes you through the north-west part of the Blackwater River State Forest and gives you access to several trails along the Coldwater Creek District. The road conditions are a m...
Learn more about Simmons Road

Entering the trail will be a gate that should be unlocked depending on seasonal closures. Be sure to close the gate upon entering and leaving. The trail is mostly grassy with a few small ruts and a mixture of dirt and sand. Vehicles the size of a Jeep Cherokee or Toyota Rav 4 can fit down the trail ...
Learn more about Peninsula Grove

Bypass the Rocky Duck Road with an easy and scenic route through the coastal pine forests of South Alabama. Starts a little sandy, then moves to packed dirt. Most SUVs will have no issue on the trail. Has a nice overlook at the end. This trail will connect to Blue Lake Loop.
Learn more about Duck Road Bypass

FS 35000 is a well-maintained 14-mile gravel road that runs east-west through the DeSoto National Forest. The road is well-traveled, with the western two-thirds running near/through the Mississippi National Guard's Camp Shelby Military Reservation. The eastern third offers a few easily accessible di...
Learn more about South Tank Trail - FS 35000

Simmons Road connects Three Notch Trail at the east end and Mason West Road at the west end. It is a 6-mile-long road that takes you through the north-west part of the Blackwater River State Forest and gives you access to several trails along the Coldwater Creek District. The road conditions are a m...
Learn more about Simmons Road