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Kentuck ORV Area
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Talladega National Forest, Talladega Ranger District, Kentuck Off-Road Vehicle Trails, Kentuck ATV Trail, Kentuck OHV Area |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This trail system consists of four separate two way traffic loops that wind through a mixed hardwood forest. Terrain ranges from wide and fast to steep and technical, and the trails are well maintained. During dry weather the trails can be very dusty. Armadillos and wild turkeys inhabit the area.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | OHV Trail Permit |
| Dates Open | April 1 - January 1 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | Yes (50 inches) | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | (maximum width 50 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Some Areas | primitve camping only, some trailer spaces |
 Campfires | Some Areas | |
| Night Riding | Unknown | Not Recommended |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on the trail |
| Alcohol | Some Areas | |
| Rule Enforcement | Some | Jeep/SUV Patrol |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($5.00 per rider) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Very Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Oxford, AL | ||
| Address | Stephens Street, Munford, AL 36268 | ||
| From: Birmingham, AL
1) Take I-20 East to Exit 185, about 60 miles 2) Turn right off the exit ramp on Hwy 21, continue 2.5 miles 3) Turn left on Buckhorn Road, continue about 1 mile 4) At T-intersection turn left (east) on CR-135 (McIntosh Road), continue 1.2 miles 5) Turn right (south) on Kentuck Road, continue 1.3 miles 6) Turn right on FS-643, continue about 2 miles. Staging area will be on the left. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Talladega National Forest - Talledega Ranger District 1001 North Street Talladega, AL 35160 (256) 362-2909 mailroom_r8_alabama@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 5,120 acres (8 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 23 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 650 to 1100 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Mostly | |
| Hard Pack |  Some | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud |  Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Some | |
| Trees |  Many | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | Few | |
| Small Jumps | Few | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | Many | |
| Roads | Few | |
| Intersections | Few | |
| Rider Traffic | Some | |
| Shade | Many | |
| Ranges/Gunfire | None | designated shooting range is at Shepherd Branch |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards are marked) |
 Novice | Some | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | Oxford, AL | |
| Diesel | Oxford, AL | |
 Water | Oxford, AL | |
 RV Hookup | Oxford, AL | |
 RV Disposal | Oxford, AL | |
| Campground | Oxford, AL | |
 Conv Store | Oxford, AL |
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