USFS 142 - Moody Bend

Total Miles
1.2

Elevation

240.80 ft

Duration

0.5 Hours

Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Winter, Fall

Trail Overview

USFS 142, "Moody Bend", is an out-and-back trail in Bankhead National Forest. Moody Bend offers wildlife viewing, hunting, hiking, and dispersed camping opportunities. There are two wildlife openings along the route and the entire route is part of the Payne Demonstration Area. There is an outdoor classroom near the entrance to the trail. The route has gravel portions but is mostly packed dirt. There could be several large pools during the rainy season, but all have a solid bottom. The turnaround spot at the end is fairly large and can accommodate vehicles pulling off-road trailers.

Photos of USFS 142 - Moody Bend

USFS 142 - Moody Bend
USFS 142 - Moody Bend

Difficulty

Most of the trail is packed dirt with sections of gravel or pooled water during the wet seasons. The road is mostly one vehicle wide with a few pull-offs to allow oncoming traffic to pass.

Technical Rating

2

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