Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Leighton, Alabama

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…
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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…
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Sink Hole Loop is a simple trail in that its name is a perfect description. The trail itself is a dirt trail with little to no obstacles other than mud. At the end of Sink…
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What great park doesn't have a stunning view and a great spot for lunch? Northwest Alabama Mountain Park has brought it with this one! Complete with a pavilion at the top with solar lights that…
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Spectator Ridge is the main ridge way that allows you to view the more extreme trails in the park. This ridge would be used on days when a bounty competition would be held. The middle…
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G Block is an easy cut-through trail for those who get tired of riding the Main Road or just want a change of scenery. G Block starts at a green shooting house on hard-packed dirt…
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Bottom of Bowl Loop at Northwest Alabama Mountain Park is the return section of Top of Bowl Loop back to the Main Road. This trail is an easy, hard-packed trail that only offers small mud…
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Get ready to be in awe with this wonderful mountain top view! Top of Bowl is a beautiful trail that, even when you reach the top, there is still more to come. The start of…
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Top of Bowl Loop is the upper trail that loops around the outer rim of the bowl at Northwest Alabama Mountain Ride Park. It ends at the ridge along the top of the Bent Spoon…
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Silo Speedway is a large open-use area that features a little bit of everything. This area is commonly used for allowing the younger kids to get some time behind the wheel and not worry about…
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Field loop is a beginner trail that reminds you of driving your first time in the pasture at Grandpa's farm. While there isn't much you can damage your vehicle on here, you will see a…
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Snake Ditch is a hidden grassy trail that winds through the back side of Hardwood Hollow. This trail shows remnants of old boulders, mud holes, and small saplings. Snake Ditch is wide enough for two…
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Throne Overlook at Northwest Alabama Mountain Park is one of many beautiful overlooks this park has to offer. This one is more unique than the others in that it is only large enough for two…
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Green Bean is a trail for the sprouts. This is a great trail that bobs and weaves through the lowlands of Northwest Alabama Ride Park and has a small hill climb in a good, controlled…
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Cave Hollow Road is the access road to take you to 3 Caves trail. It is a gradual uphill climb in two sections. The first section features deeper ruts than the upper section, while the…
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Hot Wheels is an easy riding trail that loops around High Point Hill, giving access to a plethora of other trails. The start of the trail is a dirt-filled wood line and passes through a…
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Grab your hard hats and flashlights! This mountainside erosion wonder features a rock face with 3 distinct holes that are elevated off the ground. The trail up to 3 caves can start out as a…
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Do you remember the great hide out spot in the back of the neighborhood when you were a kid? That is the great feeling of being at the back of the Cul-De-Sak. It is the…
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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…
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Starting at FS203, this scenic route transitions from pavement to gravel, leading you deep into the heart of the Bankhead National Forest. Along the way, it passes the historic Kinlock Lookout on Bylor Road, a…
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The Blue Polaris Outfitter Trail is one of the signature trails of Hawkpride Mountain Offroad Park. This trail is mainly a dirty road with the occasional mudhole here and there. You are riding in trees…
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This road runs right in front of the cabins in the main parking area. Right past the cabin, you will see the area for primitive camping. This road also leads to the Polaris Outfitter Trail…
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Trail 71A is a long windy trail that runs along park boundaries with one creek crossing. This trail is an easy path through the woods with no major rock or mud obstacles. The creek was…
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Trail #111 - Lower Ridgeline is a steep access trail that leads to the start of Trail #100 (Whiskey Run) and several challenging hill climbs located at the north end of the park. While primarily…
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This Trail is a connector trail that connects two parts of the outfitter trail. This trail follows the ridgeline of Hawkpride Mountain, so it is very flat and forested. The entrance is marked by two…
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The big hill is one of the main trails to get into the park. This trail starts from the parking lot and then goes down a Big hill that can get slick when wet. There…
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#72 Mall of America is a predominantly dirt trail scattered with rocks. Light ruts provide subtle guidance along the path, and while you'll encounter occasional mudholes, they are typically not overly deep or treacherous. Beginning…
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#2 Bluff Trail crosses above Race Hills, then continues on as the lower access trail for trails 14, 16, 122, 123, 124, 133, & 135. Finishes on #6 Mountainside. The trail mostly consists of dirt…
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Trail #86 Stinger presents a rutted dirt trail heavily strewn with rocks, demanding careful tire placement and a steady hand. Expect frequent bumps and jostles as you navigate the uneven terrain. Occasional mud holes add…
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#96 Charlie's Trail offers a generally smooth and enjoyable offroad experience. The majority of the trail is a well-maintained dirt path, making for a comfortable ride. However, as you approach the southern end near trail…
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