Talladega National Forest 

Talladega Ranger District
1001 North Street
Talladega, AL 35160

Phone:
256-362-2909

Explore the Talladega National Forest!

Central Alabama's Talladega National Forest covers 392,567 acres at the southern edge of the Appalachians.

Before it was bought by the federal government in the 1930s, the area that comprises the Talladega was extensively logged and represented some of the most abused, eroded wastelands in all of Alabama. Pine forest regrowth now hosts a diverse eco-system.

The tiny 7,400 acre Cheaha Wilderness preserves a portion of this natural wealth near Rebecca Mountain.

The forest was established on July 17, 1936

Places to Picnic

Lake Chinnabee Recreation Area  
is a 17-acre lake and small campground tucked into a pastoral valley of peacefulness.

It is an excellent getaway for both individuals and families interested in camping, fishing, hiking, and picnicking.

The area has 8 campsites for single-family RVs and tents with sites accessible to disabled visitors.

Shoal Creek Ranger District
45 Highway 281
Heflin, AL 36264

Phone:
256-463-2272

Coleman Lake Recreation Area 
is peacefully nestled into the Talladega mountains.

There are 39 campsites with water and electrical hookups, bathhouses, a sandy beach, 29 picnicking units, a 21-acre lake and access to the Pinhoti Trail. Two new comfort stations and seven camping sites are fully accessible for the physically challenged.

Most sites will accommodate recreational vehicles up to 35 feet in length.

A picnic shelter that seats 40 is available on a first come, first serve basis, or it can be reserved for $15.

Pine Glen Recreation Area 
offers camping sites for 31 campsites, cooking grills, sanitary facilities, fishing, hiking, and access to the Pinhoti Trail.

Use of Pine Glen Recreation Area is on a first come, first serve basis.

It’s a favorite with hunters because it is centrally located in the Choccolocco Wildlife Management Area.

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