Alabama · Mountain biking · Lake Lurleen State Park

Lightning Loop

0.4 mi
distance
81 ft
climb
Dirt
surface
Oct–May
best months

Lightning Loop at Lake Lurleen State Park offers a quick, zippy ride through Alabama's scenic landscape. This short 0.406-mile circuit is perfect for riders looking to knock out a fast lap or warm up before tackling longer trails in the park. The compact length makes it an ideal option for beginners or those with limited time to spend on the trail.

  • Nearby · Storm Loop · Tornado Loop · Ridge Loop Trail 2
  • Best time to go · Oct–May

    Best time to visit Lightning Loop

    Best months: October–May. 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

      57° / 36°

      10 wet

    2. Feb

      62° / 40°

      10 wet

    3. Mar

      71° / 47°

      10 wet

    4. Apr

      78° / 54°

      9 wet

    5. May

      85° / 63°

      8 wet

    6. Jun

      91° / 70°

      9 wet

    7. Jul

      94° / 73°

      11 wet

    8. Aug

      93° / 73°

      10 wet

    9. Sep

      88° / 67°

      7 wet

    10. Oct

      79° / 55°

      7 wet

    11. Nov

      67° / 44°

      8 wet

    12. Dec

      59° / 39°

      10 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Tuscaloosa Acfd, AL, 7.8 mi away at 169 ft. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

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