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Martin State Forest

Martin State Forest Shoals is a public recreation area located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in the state of Alabama. The forest is managed by the Alabama Forestry Commission and is open to the public for a variety of outdoor activities. The forest is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkey, and small game. The forest also features a variety of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. The forest also offers camping, fishing, and hunting opportunities. Martin State Forest Shoals is a great place to explore and enjoy the outdoors.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• Lake
• Fishing
• Ramp
• Body Of Water (Hardwood Lake)

- Policies

• Pets Welcome
• Tent Camping Allowed
• No Reservations

- Other Amenities & Services

• Pit Toilets

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• Hiking
• Boating

- Facility

• Type (State Park)

- Hunting Nearby (within 20 miles)

• Season: Winter,Fall

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Spaces Available (26)
• Gravel Sites (26)
• No Hookups (26)
• Fire Rings

User Reviews

Brett

September 07, 2025

Awesome state forest and campground. Not too busy and two lakes to fish from.

Elizabeth Skaggs

August 31, 2025

Gorgeous isn't the right words. More like breath taking. Went night fishing and for it being a holiday weekend it was so empty and peaceful. The sounds and echos of the owls were amazing.

Eric C

April 23, 2025

Decent not a bad spot saw a few trails while out here but mainly wanted to climb the fire tower that was in this area. Awesome views of your brave enough to do it

Amy Dawn Whitlock

January 11, 2024

My husband and I chose Martin State Forest to hike in the autumn of 2023. We hiked the Hardwood Lake Trail and the Martin Lake Trail. Both trails provided stunning lake views and perfect autumn color! We will be returning in the spring to hike the Tank Springs trail!

Jim Duncan

July 25, 2023

Fishing in the lakes was ok,Not a lot of picnic tables.There are two shelter houses.The campground is primitive with pit toilets.The campground is in the woods with large camp sites with picnic tables and fire Ring Just a few hiking trails and bikes trail . I'm not a hunter,but I think this would be a great area to hunt in from the wildlife I've seen

Map for Martin State Forest

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