Conecuh National Forest

16375 US Hwy 29 South
Andalusia, AL 36420

Phone:
334-222-2555

Explore the Conecuh National Forest Recreation Sites

The Conecuh National Forest in southern Alabama covers 83,000 acres, along the Alabama - Florida line in Covington and Escambia counties. Topography is level to moderately sloping, broad ridges with stream terraces and broad floodplains.

The Conecuh Trail winds 20 miles through Alabama's coastal plain. The trail was built by the Youth Conservation Corps. Each year, beginning in 1976, the young people of the Corps extend the trail through park-like longleaf pine stands, hardwood bottomlands, and other plant communities of the Conecuh National Forest.

The name Conecuh is believed to be of Muskogee origin. It means "land of cane," which is appropriate because the trail runs through canebrakes in several sections.

The forest was established on July 17, 1936.

Places to Picnic

Blue Lake Recreation Area
is the only place on the Conecuh Forest to swim.

A short 10-minute drive from Open Pond Recreation Area, picnic sites, sanitary facilities and showers are available.

Fishing is also popular. Two boat ramps provide access to the lake. Fishing requires an Alabama fishing license.

Open Pond Recreation Area
is the largest recreation area on the Conecuh. This 450-acre site offers developed camping, picnicking, hiking, fishing and boating. The lake covers 30 acres and serves as a hub for recreational activity. Boats with electric motors and boats with paddles are welcome here.

There are 65 developed campsites and 9 undeveloped campsites. Drinking water is located throughout the campground. Two sanitary facilities provide showers, hot water and electricity.

Each campsite is equipped with a barbecue grill, lantern post, fire ring, garbage receptacle, table, benches and designated spaces for a tent and for parked vehicles. Developed campsites have electrical and water hookups.

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