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Forever Wild Trails
4.7 ★★★★★ 329 Google reviews · Running trail in Dothan, Alabama · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- 2 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Forever Wild Trails' own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
10-mi. trail system with 6 linked loops & bike repair stations, plus changing rooms & a pump track.
What runners say about Forever Wild Trails
“Free, well maintained, with bike repair kits all along the way, a beautiful dog park, and more!”
“Free, well maintained, with bike repair kits all along the way, a beautiful dog park, and more!”
This is a cool place. I will definitely return soon. I walked the area to just check it out. Looks great. I can't wait to ride there. It's not much for casual trails. It's MTB specific. The training obstacles and course are cool. It's a shame they don't partner with AMA.
Beautiful day for a hike with my family. We took our pup, and 2 young kiddos. We all had fun! We just did the shorter trail today, but there are 6 total. We will be back! Very easy walk and only one "hill" on the short loop. It was flat for the most part, with benches if needed.
November, 2017 If you like nature with its scents, sounds and ‘friends’ then you have to look no further than #Forever_Wild in Dothan. The weather is perfect for a walk on the trails and you too may see some of these sights… IF you are stealthy and patient :-). ENJOY!
Sweet home Alabama. The trail system and club are top notch. They have put alot of heart into the trails. Go visit and get some nice miles in.
Trail conditions & character
“Free, well maintained, with bike repair kits all along the way, a beautiful dog park, and more!”
“Free, well maintained, with bike repair kits all along the way, a beautiful dog park, and more!”
“The path is rocky instead of smooth so I would not recommend it for those with strollers (unless you have a jogging stroller) which is a shame since it's so beautiful out here.”
“The path is rocky instead of smooth so I would not recommend it for those with strollers (unless you have a jogging stroller) which is a shame since it's so beautiful out here.”
“This not for folks who would rather do a paved or more open dirt road type of ride.”
“There is a very extensive boardwalk section of the trail that runs along and over a stream.”
“Very easy walk and only one "hill" on the short loop.”
“It was flat for the most part, with benches if needed.”
“We couldn't find the restrooms, but there was a porta-potty for emergencies, so keep that in mind when you visit.”
“Almost got lost and ended up on the opposite side of the map on the 600s lol thank goodness there are maps at each entrance point where parking is.”
Plan your run at Forever Wild Trails
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Loop distance2 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitedothan.org
- Phone+1 334-615-3700
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Friday | 6:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6:30 am–7:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6:30 am–7:30 pm |
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