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Alabama's National Forests have numerous attractions and recreation sites to help you connect to nature. These perfect backdrops have something for everyone. Understanding the regulations and rules before making a trip can result in a wonderful outdoor experience. Download our "Alabama Great Escape" mobile app or contact a Forest Service office for assistance. Thanks for your interest in Alabama's National Forests - your "Great Escape" to nature!

Ranger District	Know Before You Go	Recreation Areas	Prescribed Burns	Wildfires	Office Closures
Bankhead National Forest Double Springs, AL Telephone: 205-471-7724	Effective 10/26/2021, Forest Service Road 254 is temporarily closed due to culvert replacement until further notice. The Houston Recreation Area is temporarily closed, the boat ramp remains open. Flint Creek Multiple Use Trail open for ATV use. *Check the motor vehicle use maps for open roads.	Recreation Schedule Recreation Fee Discount Recreation Improvements	Dormant and growing season burns through the summer.	No Reports	Closed on major holidays and weekends.
Conecuh National Forest Andalusia, AL Telephone: 334-708-0595	Effective 9/23/2020, temporary trail closures due to Hurricane Sally damage. Emergency closures remain in effect until damages are remedied. See details here. ATV/OHV use is not allowed. *Check the motor vehicle use maps for open roads.	Recreation Schedule Recreation Fee Discount Recreation Improvements	Dormant and growing season burns through the summer.	No Reports	Closed on major holidays and weekends.
Tuskegee National Forest Tuskegee, AL Telephone: 334-439-0244	The Uchee Shooting Range Maintenance Schedule here. ATV/OHV use is not allowed. *Check the motor vehicle use map for open roads.	Uchee Shooting Range Pass vendors Recreation Schedule Recreation Fee Discount Recreation Improvements	Dormant and growing season burns through the summer.	No Reports	Closed on major holidays and weekends.
Talladega National Forest Talladega District Talladega, AL Telephone: 256-369-5882	Emergency closure of FSR 651 (entire road) is closed immediately for repairs after impacts from weather events. The Kentuck OHV Trail system is temporarily closed beginning June 13^thfor trail maintenance and reconstruction work. The trail system is closed until further notice. *Check the motor vehicle use map for open roads.	Recreation Schedule Recreation Fee Discount Recreation Improvements	Dormant and growing season burns through the summer.	No Reports	Closed on major holidays and weekends.
Talladega National Forest Shoal Creek District Heflin, AL Telephone: 256-369-5882	Due to a collapsed culvert a portion of Forest Service Road 500 is temporarily closed. The closed portion is from 537A to the 500/531 intersection. ATV/OHV use is not allowed. *Check the motor vehicle use maps for open roads.	Recreation Schedule Recreation Fee Discount Recreation Improvements	Dormant and growing season burns through the summer.	No Reports	Closed on major holidays and weekends.
Talladega National Forest Oakmulgee District Brent, AL Telephone: 205-926-9765	ATV/OHV use is not allowed. *Check the motor vehicle use maps for open roads.	Recreation Schedule Recreation Fee Discount Recreation Improvements	Dormant and growing season burns through the summer.	No Reports	Closed on major holidays and weekends.