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In Alabama, national forests are great escapes! Experience the beauty and excitement of the Bankhead, Conecuh, Talladega and Tuskegee National Forests. There’s something for everyone who enjoys the great outdoors.
You will not want to miss Bee Branch, a 500-year old poplar tree that looms 150 feet over the Bankhead National Forest, surrounded by canoeing, picnicking, horseback riding, and lovely cascading waterfalls.
If seclusion and peace is what you desire, look no further than the Talladega National Forest, rich in wild game, camping, and hiking paradises. The Talladega National Forest is administered by three districts – Talladega, Shoal Creek and Oakmulgee.
Tuskegee National Forest is overflowing with natural and cultural history. Visitors can view various types of wild flowers, flowering trees and wildlife habitat while hiking or mountain biking. Picnic tables, grills and an interpretive kiosk are areas of interest.
Bird lovers relish the intrigue of the Conecuh National Forest. Huge varieties of game, from white-tailed deer, red-cockaded woodpeckers, wild turkeys, squirrels, bobcats, foxes, river otters, alligators, hawks, owls, quail, doves, and other wetland species roam the hilly coastal plains in this southern forest.
Hiking is one of the most popular recreation activities in Alabama’s national forests. There’s more than 342 miles of trails for outdoor recreationist.
Our “Get Moving” in your national forest initiative encourages you to get off the couch and exercise in the backdrop of nature filled with hiking, biking, swimming or riding.
Plan Your Trip
Recreation.gov is a one-stop website 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 our federal sites, or “share your story” about driving national scenic byways at pa_alabama@fs.fed.us. Alabama’s national forests offer an assortment of recreation opportunities throughout the year. Contact a district office to assist you with planning your trip.
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