Alabama · Mountain biking · Forever Wild Trails

Dragon's Tail

1.6 mi
distance
169 ft
climb
Natural
surface
Oct–Apr
best months

Dragon's Tail winds through the Forever Wild Trails system in Alabama, offering mountain bikers a compact 1.624-mile route that packs adventure into a manageable distance. This trail is perfect for riders looking to explore Alabama's natural terrain without committing to a full day of riding. Whether you're fitting in a quick session or using it as part of a longer trail loop, Dragon's Tail delivers the scenic beauty and riding experience that Forever Wild Trails is known for.

  • Nearby · Dragon's Tail Advanced · Stagecoach Plateau · Wall Ride Loop
  • Best time to go · Oct–Apr

    Best time to visit Dragon's Tail

    Best months: October–April. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      62° / 40°

      11 wet

    2. Feb

      66° / 43°

      9 wet

    3. Mar

      73° / 49°

      9 wet

    4. Apr

      79° / 55°

      7 wet

    5. May

      87° / 64°

      9 wet

    6. Jun

      91° / 71°

      12 wet

    7. Jul

      93° / 73°

      14 wet

    8. Aug

      92° / 72°

      13 wet

    9. Sep

      88° / 67°

      9 wet

    10. Oct

      81° / 57°

      7 wet

    11. Nov

      71° / 47°

      8 wet

    12. Dec

      64° / 42°

      11 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Dothan Rgnl Ap, AL, 7.5 mi away at 370 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

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