Beginner Off-Road Trails
Near New Hope, Alabama

Smooth gravel road that winds through beautiful farm land. Great view along the road with houses and barns on each side. Private property on both sides of the road, so stay on the road. Very smooth and well-maintained gravel road. About 1 mile of winding through the trees is great during the fall.
Learn more about Suttles Road

This trail is a mix of dirt and gravel with light washes and mud holes. One lane road with lots of scenic views along the mountainside. A few old barns, chimneys, graveyards, etc, will have to keep a sharp eye out to find these objects along the journey. Private property on both sides of the road, s...
Learn more about County Road 223

Whites Gap Road is a public road in southern Tennessee, located just north of the Alabama border. The route is primarily gravel with several rocky creek crossings that can add a bit of challenge depending on conditions. Traveling from north to south, you’ll encounter a creek crossing with a steep em...
Learn more about Whites Gap Road

Counts Road is a public gravel road that winds through the farmland of southern Middle Tennessee. It connects Highway 22 to Old Highway 22, offering a fun and scenic alternative to the paved route. The road is very flat, well-maintained, and suitable for an easy countryside drive. At the intersectio...
Learn more about Counts Road

This trail is smoother than the surrounding trails it connects to. Once you come off the Evans Ridge Trail, you can turn left and continue onto many other trails. If you take a left, you can also exit the area and reach the main road. Continuing left onto the Upper Ridge Trail, you'll encounter a va...
Learn more about Upper Ridge Trail

This trail is I bi-directional trail that connects the start of the James D. Martin Skyline WMA to the Upper Ridge Trail and Mountain Bypass Trail. This is an easy-to-moderate trail with multiple water crossings. The water level is dependent upon the season and the recent rain. More water will be in...
Learn more about Little Coon River Trail

This trail can be run in either direction but is best run from North to South. Starting at the North part you will head South. The trail is mostly down the mountain. There are areas that have large mud areas that will be slick and can be deep depending on the time of year. A few areas have some dro...
Learn more about Poplar Springs Trail

This is a bi-directional trail that connects Little Coon River Trail to Poplar Springs Trail. When running from Little Coon River Trail, you will start out by climbing up an area of large slick rock and dirt. Some areas on the elevation change will be loose rock that can cause some traction issues. ...
Learn more about Betsy Gap Trail

IMPORTANT: This trail is only open during Tennessee hunting seasons, typically from mid-August through late May. Visitors should reference the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency website for current access dates and regulations before visiting. Poplar Springs Road is a 3.2-mile gravel trail that lea...
Learn more about Poplar Springs Road

IMPORTANT: This trail is only open during Tennessee hunting seasons, typically from mid-August through late May. Visitors should reference the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency website for current access dates and regulations before visiting. Paint Rock Trail is a 3-mile gravel trail that leads in...
Learn more about Paint Rock Trail

IMPORTANT: This trail is only open during Tennessee hunting seasons, typically from mid-August through late May. Visitors should reference the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency website for current access dates and regulations before visiting. Bear Hollow Road is a 2.5-mile gravel trail that leads ...
Learn more about Bear Hollow Road

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 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 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

IMPORTANT: This trail is only open during Tennessee hunting seasons, typically from mid-August through late May. Visitors should reference the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency website for current access dates and regulations before visiting. Joe Carter Way is a 1.6-mile dirt trail that branches o...
Learn more about Joe Carter Way

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

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

FS 255, Hickory Grove Road, is a beautiful, scenic route through the Bankhead National Forest, offering stunning views, especially during the fall foliage season. The track leads down to a county road with access to other recreational areas as well. This is a must-do trip, featuring a well-maintaine...
Learn more about Hickory Grove Road - FS 255

Clifty Fork Road- Forest Service Road 124 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. ...
Learn more about Clifty Fork Road - FS124

This is a heavily traveled US Forest Service Road in the Bankhead National Forest of Alabama. This trail provides abundant access to wildlife and bird viewing and the surrounding forest. The road can be slick after rain, so use caution. Remember to always leave no trace, pack in, pack out, and most ...
Learn more about Inmanfield - FS266

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 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

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 trail can be run in either direction but is best run from North to South. Starting at the North part you will head South. The trail is mostly down the mountain. There are areas that have large mud areas that will be slick and can be deep depending on the time of year. A few areas have some dro...
Learn more about Poplar Springs Trail

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 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