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Know Before You Go!

Learn current forest conditions, closure orders, directions to recreation sites, maps of designated roads and trails for motor vehicles and rules for forest visitors.

Springtime is the perfect time to view wildflowers in your national forests. The US Forest Service will be celebrating wildflowers week May 17 - 23, 2009.

Looking for a new place to exercise? Get moving in your national forest!>>> Exercise opportunities

Need to purchase a Forest map online? Order from The National Forest Store or US Geological Survey.

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Tuskegee National Forest Celebrates 50 Years! >>> View events

Interested in Doing Business with the Forest Service? Learn more about services and products purchased by the Forest Service.

"Youth Taking Action" Environmental Challenge Launched During Arbor Week at Leeds Elementary School.>>>more

Alabama’s recreation areas and healthy natural resources exist today thanks to the Civilian Conservation Corps. Watch "A Great and Lasting Good" movie and learn more about their contributions.>>>view

Help Stop the Spread of Cogongrass! >>>learn more

2009 Prescribed Burning Season - View Talladega and Shoal Creek Districts, Bankhead District, Oakmulgee District , Conecuh District,and Tuskegee District prescribed burn maps.

National Fire Weather Forecast National Weather Service

Large fires information from the National Interagency Coordination Center

Geospatial Data and Trail Maps.

Experience the beauty and excitement of the National Forests in Alabama. We have something for everyone who enjoys the great outdoors.

A quick reference of recreation opportunities highlighted in "Get More Out of Life" and the "Know Before You Go" section will provide you with ideas for trip planning.

Visit the one-stop website http://www.recreation.gov to find your recreation location anywhere in the United States including Alabama's National Forests. Ask about the interagency pass and how you can benefit.

You can also use Recreation.gov to make reservations and payments online for tours, camp sites and other accommodations. Learn about boating safety, sign up to volunteer at federal sites, or "share your story" about driving national scenic byways.

Alabama's national forests offer an assortment of recreation opportunities throughout the year. Contact a district office to assist you with planning your trip.

Tell Us Your Story

"Caring for the Land and Serving People" is our motto. Write about your experiences while visiting a national forest in Alabama. Send comments to pa_alabama@fs.fed.us

View our latest video highlighting the National Forests in Alabama. (Click the arrow for viewing. There will be an approximately 8-10 second delay).