If You Go

DRIVING DISTANCE: It’s about 125 miles from Oxford to Russellville, Alabama, which is close to the northwest corner of the Bankhead National Forest. From Tupelo or Corinth, it’s about 75 miles.

KEY RULES: Group size is limited to no more than 10 per party. Campers are limited to seven days at a location. Caching supplies is prohibited. There are modest fees, generally $3 or $5, for vehicle access to trailhead parking and some designated camping areas.

WEBSITES: Wilderness Connect (wilderness.net) is a great place to start. You’ll also find a link there to the U.S. Forest Service web page for the Bankhead National Forest.

PHONE: Contact the Bankhead Ranger District at 205-489-5111.