Trail Overview

USFSR #540 - N.R. Hotel is a mountainside stroll that allows you to have a cliffside view of the deep valleys that the Talladega National Forest has to offer. This seasonal trail is only open 10/01-02/29, so if you get a chance during hunting season to wander through, make sure you take your opportunity. This trail is covered in leaf litter and hard-packed dirt. Make sure to keep your eyes on the trail to keep from veering off the trail for the long descent down.

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Difficulty

This trail only has one light prominent rut, but it would not be suitable for a 2WD vehicle to pass through.

History

While there is little documentation on trail names, there is documentation of a Skyway Lodge that guests would stay at, similar to a bed and breakfast, from the mid 60s to the late 80s when it burnt down. It was well known for its southern-style pit cooking of steaks paired with beans and biscuits.

Technical Rating

Greg Pearce

Dec 20, 2025

Open

Muddy/WetRough/Deteriorated

this trail is much rougher after logging. a section of 545 has been closed and a by pass was made down the horse trail with all "no motorized vehicles" signs removed. the connector is very rough and mostly only passable by lifted jeep or dual sports.