Lower Skyway Motorway

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Lower Skyway Motorway is a scenic byway that winds through the heart of the Talladega National Forest in Alabama. This remote road offers travelers a rugged journey through dense woodlands, rolling hills, and serene landscapes, embodying the natural beauty and tranquility of the region. This 14-mile...Read More
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Highlights of Lower Skyway Motorway

Beginner Category IconBeginner
Forest Category IconForest
Overland Category IconOverland
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
1835 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
North
Official Trail Name
600-1
Nearest Town
Sylacauga
Nearest Services
Sylacauga
Management Agency
Talladega National Forest
District
Talladega Ranger District

Overview

Lower Skyway Motorway is a scenic byway that winds through the heart of the Talladega National Forest in Alabama. This remote road offers travelers a rugged journey through dense woodlands, rolling hills, and serene landscapes, embodying the natural beauty and tranquility of the region. This 14-mile-long road follows the ridgeline of Horns Mountain, traveling north from the White Gap Valley. Several overlooks along the trail offer stunning views of the surrounding valleys and mountains. Skyway Motorway, a route that originally traversed the Talladega National Forest from north to south, was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Over the years, Skyway Motorway was broken up into several different segments. Lower Skyway Motorway, FR 600-1, is one of those segments. While most roads in the Talladega National Forest are improved, Lower Skyway Motorway is one of the few rugged routes for offroad enthusiasts.

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38 Trail Photos
2 Trail Concerns
44 Community Reviews
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