Opelika, AL Hiking Trails and Maps

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Chattahoochee Riverwalk

15.5 mi
State: GA
Asphalt, Concrete

Columbus Fall Line Trace

10.5 mi
State: GA
Asphalt, Concrete

Man O' War Railroad Recreation Trail

13.5 mi
State: GA
Asphalt

Follow Me Trail

2.6 mi
State: GA
Asphalt

MLK Trail

1.9 mi
State: GA
Concrete

The Thread Trail

13 mi
State: GA
Asphalt, Boardwalk, Concrete
Trail Image Trail Name States Length Surface Rating
Overview The Chattahoochee Riverwalk is a 15.5-mile paved trail that follows the Chattahoochee River through the City of Columbus. A 1-mile section near the southern end of the trail runs along a...
GA 15.5 mi Asphalt, Concrete
Overview Outdoors enthusiasts often fall for the Columbus Fall Line Trace on their first visit. The paved, mostly flat 10.5-mile rail trail runs from the outskirts of Columbus to the Chattahoochee...
GA 10.5 mi Asphalt, Concrete
The Man O' War Railroad Recreation Trail carries both the name of the famous racehorse and that of the diesel passenger train that once traveled through Pine Mountain between Columbus and...
GA 13.5 mi Asphalt
On Alabama's eastern border, nestled amid gentle hills that overlook the mighty Chattahoochee River, is a cluster of four small textile mill towns—Shawmut, Langdale, Fairfax, and Riverview—all on the...
AL 7 mi Asphalt
The Cheorokee Bluffs Dam Railroad Trail is located in the Yates Lake Forever Wild Wildlife Management Area in Elmore County. The WMA is located on the west side of Martin Dam, and consists of longleaf...
AL 2.7 mi Dirt
The Follow Me Trail is a 2.6 mile rail-trail in Columbus Georgia. The trail occupies a former Fort Benning Railroad right-of-way and current electric utility corridor, providing a mostly flat, paved...
GA 2.6 mi Asphalt
The MLK Trail parallels its namesake boulevard for over a mile-and-a-half. The trail's character is a combination of suburban and industrial. The two-lane trail connects residents of the adjacent...
GA 1.9 mi Concrete
The Thread Trail is a network of multiuse trails that connect parks, neighborhoods, and commercial areas within the City of LaGrange. Currently 13 miles of a proposed 29 mile are open for walking,...
GA 13 mi Asphalt, Boardwalk, Concrete

Recent Trail Reviews

Man O' War Railroad Recreation Trail

Very nice ride. The trail is about 13 miles long. Nicely paved and not crowded. We started from the pine mountain visitor's center, which had nice bathrooms. There is plenty of parking on a weekday and good restaurants at the end of the ride.

October, 2024 by cpacenka

Very nice ride. The trail is about 13 miles long. Nicely paved and not crowded. We started from the pine mountain visitor's center, which had nice bathrooms. There is plenty of parking on a weekday and good restaurants at the end of the ride.

Man O' War Railroad Recreation Trail

love this trail

August, 2024 by tondrarn

We have ridden it several times. Nice scenery. Well kept.

Chattahoochee Valley Railroad Trail

Lacks Signs - But Nice Otherwise - Here's where to Park

July, 2024 by dscottgriffin

Actually a nice trail in a has been mill town.

The trails do have a couple of switch backs at the south end, but these are easily identifiable. As others mentioned, the four lane crossing is the most confusing area near the old Langdale Mill. Just look well across Highway 29 to see where the trail picks up again.

There are actually 6 parking areas along the trail.

Shawmut (North End)
3506 22nd Avenue
Valley, AL 36854

North Central (Old Langdale Mill)
3506 19th Avenue
Valley, AL 36854

Old Train Station
103 River Rd
Valley, AL 36854

South Central (Middle of a neighborhood)
3136 Columbus Rd
Valley, AL 36854

South End (My Favorite)
Behind First Christian Church of Riverview (on Myhand St.)
1465 California Rd
Valley, AL 36854

Most Southern End - Old Riverview School
7755 School St
Valley, AL 36854

The trail is nicely paved and lightly used. Unfortunately, the historical signs have fallen into disrepair. The trail could use paint on the ground if nothing else to give directions where confusion may exist.

Note - watch out for the missing barrier plates on the ground at road crossings that may puncture your tire if you are not careful.

Nice local ride overall.

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Man O' War Railroad Recreation Trail

Great ride!

April, 2024 by swgross

Spent the day exploring the well maintained and apparently freshly paved trail! Awesome experience riding and exploring the small towns there. Stop in the Harris County Chamber of Commerce for a mid-trip snack. Great folks there. Get some ice cream at the Hamilton Ice Cream Company. Was a really good day.

Man O' War Railroad Recreation Trail

gorgeous ride

March, 2024 by bglade11

Wonderful trail. Steady incline to Pine Mountain. Plenty of restroom spots. Gorgeous scenery. Highly recommend this well paved trail for all bikes and all levels. About 33 miles round trip. Shorten as needed. Seems like an extra 4.5 miles will be added in a few years. Not very shaded in some parts, but we road this in spring, so maybe the trees will cover more area. A few road crossings that are very well marked, and one larger intersection. Free parking in Pine Mountain.

Chattahoochee Riverwalk

Nice cruise

February, 2024 by inrvoice048

Started at Lumpkin road south end. Easy 7 to 8 mile ride into town. Good access to food etc using exit ramp just before Indigo Hotel.

Chattahoochee Riverwalk

Beautiful Fall Morning

October, 2023 by donmyers0509

This trail is a joy. A bit hilly in spots but nothing too crazy ( going north). It has a park like setting as you ride along the river. The army base was interesting as well. I got to see the parachute drop, some cool old planes, a little history, and the firing range. I was not expecting any of that. I’m glad that I did this run.

Man O' War Railroad Recreation Trail

Riding Phase VI..

September, 2023 by firebf881

Phase VI was opened to ride in August 2023. We rode from downtown Hamilton south to the end which now is just short of the Mulberry Creek Trestle. You can see the bridge decking from the turn around at the end of the current trail in Spetember 2023. Smooth ride but you are riding a slight upgrade going back the 3.1 miles to Hamilton.

NOTE... there are NO facilities south of Hamilton so bathroom accordingly before leaving... :-)

Man O' War Railroad Recreation Trail

so much change

May, 2023 by chippervandeford

I get all trails change. But when I pay 50 bucks to ride a ten mile trail the signage should be updated. We ended up in closed sections. I am sure will get better but, update your signs!!!

Man O' War Railroad Recreation Trail

Longtime Coming

March, 2023 by scb2yq5rmy

This beautiful 10 mile trail cuts through the low ridges in west central Georgia from Hamilton to Pine Mountain. Calloway restaurant sits about the halfway point. Leaving from Hamilton you can ride to Pine Mountain or take 354 into FDR Park for a more challenging mountain course. Possibilities and workout levels are endless.

Chattahoochee Riverwalk

Great trail but poorly maintained

February, 2023 by k.bridges

Great trail for riding bikes but very poorly maintained. Rode from 11:30 am until 2:30 pm on a Sunday and not one restroom marked along the trail was unlocked and most were very unkept and grown up on the outside. We’ve visited and ridden trails all over the southeast and we were disappointed in this trail. Loved the trail but didn’t like anything else about it, especially the constant dodging of dog poop right there on the paved trail. You would think that people would at least get them in the grass off the side! Safety for your vehicle is also a priority as most parking areas are high crime.

Chattahoochee Riverwalk

Great short trail

February, 2023 by neil4

I've ridden this trail a few times in recent years on my annual drive south to Florida. It's only about 11 miles long on the east side and 1 mile on the west side, but very scenic and interesting. I stay at the Courtyard Phenix, which has easy access to the trail over a cool bridge. The Hotel Indigo rooftop bar has a not-to-miss view, although food and service is meh.

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