Beginner Off-Road Trails Near New Market, Alabama

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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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AOP 1 - Launchpad begins with a fine dirt-filled trail with a slight uphill climb. Once you make it to Area 51, there is lots of loose rock that makes you feel like you're driving…
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3 - Major Tom is an excellent trail on the more casual side that can be underestimated. At the same time, Major Tom is a more accessible trail that can sometimes lead to complacency for…
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AOP Trail 8 - Megabit is a root-filled trail from topsoil that has washed down the mountain leaving the toes of the trees exposed throughout. Overall the trail is a very easy connector trail with…
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AOP Trail 4 - Mars is a short and simple connector trail that features a hard-packed route with lots of smaller rocks with little to no mud. While Trail 4 - Mars does not have…
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AOP's trail 2 - Convergence is an easy route that peels off of trail 1 - Launch Pad and curves around towards the buggy side of the park. Trail 2 is a convergence point for…
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AOP trail 9 - Little Dipper is a full loop trail that connects back to itself, but also connects to a few other more difficult trails. Trail 9 - Little Dipper is mostly flat throughout…
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AOP Trail 5 - Lifeform is a peaceful uphill climbing connector trail. Trail 5 features small rocks, exposed roots, and curving bends that bring you out to Trail 3. During the spring and summer, you…
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AOP trail 11 - Ground Control is like a child's roller coaster- slightly uphill then back down over and over. Trail 11 - Ground Control has concentrated clusters of rock, however none are difficult to…
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Right-of-way trail to get to and from Coalmont OHV from Company Farm Road. This. makes a great cut-through if you want a faster way to town to get more supplies. You will need an off-highway…
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Trail 15 leaves the parking and camping area and loops back to the overlook road. Along the way, trails 16 and 17 intersect and branch off. The trail has a few mud holes but nothing…
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Located in the Heart of Grundy County, come see what Coalmont OHV is about! This trail connects the camping and parking area to the beautiful overlook and the beginning of Trail 1. The overlook on…
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Trail 2 Green goes from Trail 3 to Trail 2 Blue and Trail 11. The trail is easy to travel and has smooth dirt most of the way with very few rocks. There is a…
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Trail 11 Green traverses from Trail 2 Green to Trail 13. The trail has gentle slopes and a few rocky spots along the way. There is an overlook spot through the trees that you can…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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,…
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Shingle Loop is a short but fun 1.5-mile trail nestled in the heart of Prentice Cooper State Forest. Despite its compact distance, this loop delivers a variety of terrain and challenges that make it well…
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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…
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Inman Point Road is a scenic and moderately challenging trail nestled in the heart of Prentice Cooper State Forest. The trail kicks off with a steady incline featuring a mix of dirt and embedded rock--some…
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These two trails start at the end of Tower Road. The trail is mostly a narrow single track but traffic is two-way so be mindful of that. This trail, as with all the trails in…
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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…
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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…
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The trail is mostly a narrow single track but traffic is two-way so be mindful of that. This trail, as with all the trails in Prentice Cooper, is a very nice drive in the woods.…
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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…
Learn more about Brushy Creek Road - NF 254

This is a very level and maintained road that any vehicle should be able to travel. This is the main road through Prentice Cooper Wildlife Management Area that you will use to access all of…
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