Alabama has a hidden jewel in the middle of their 4-wheeler country and Bankhead OHV park is it. This is a great place to ride your 4-wheeler. This park's 4-wheeler riding area is rated as easy and this is a great place to bring anyone new to the sport of 4-wheeler riding. They can put into practice their safe riding skills and maneuvering skills they learned in their safety classes. This will help build confidence in their riding and handling skills; and a confident rider is a safe rider.
The Bankhead OHV Park is maintained by the Bankhead National Forest and as with all National Forest Lands, make sure you have your state approved 4-wheeler permit clearly displayed on your 4-wheeler and you must have a muffler/spark arrestor installed on your machine prior to riding these trails. There are maps available at the Ranger's office and it is recommended you plan your ride on the most current map available as trails are closed periodically for land conservation efforts.
The 4-wheeler trail isn't that long with only a total of 16 miles consisting of an 11 mile loop and a 5 mile loop, it's a little rocky in some places but lots of sand in others. It's a great place for newer 4-wheeler riders to learn different terrain techniques.
These 4-wheeler trails are updated with bathroom facilities with easy access to the 4-wheeler trailheads. This is a great way to spend a day with your 4-wheeler buddies or make it a full weekend and enjoy a fun time camping with your buddies.
The 4-wheeler trail can be looped around several times and even though newer 4-wheeler riders will get the most out of this OHV area. Seasoned 4-wheeler riders will enjoy the scenary and the easy ride on their 4-wheelers in this area. If you are riding your 4-wheeler in the early morning hours you are likely to see the local wildlife residents watching you!
