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Purple Trail

A hiking and biking trail in Joe Wheeler State Park in Lawrence County, about 2.2 miles.

2.2 miles

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  • Trail type: Hiking and Biking
  • Length: about 2.2 miles
  • Area: Joe Wheeler State Park
  • Approximate coordinates: 34.7898, -87.3871

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Compiled from public datasets (Alabama Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources). Locations are approximate and not yet field-verified. Confirm access, conditions and closures with the managing agency before you go.

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AboutWhat is Purple Trail?

Purple Trail is a hiking and biking trail in Joe Wheeler State Park in Lawrence County, about 2.2 miles.

Getting thereWhere is Purple Trail?

Purple Trail is in Lawrence County, Alabama, in Joe Wheeler State Park.

Approximate coordinates: 34.7898, -87.3871. View on OpenStreetMap. The map on this page shows the same spot.

Things to doWhat can you do at Purple Trail?

Purple Trail is listed for hiking, running and walking. Each activity links to more places across North Alabama.

Things to doHow long is Purple Trail?

Listed details: trail type Hiking and Biking; length about 2.2 miles.

Difficulty is not rated in the source data, so check the managing agency's trail map and recent conditions before you set out.

Things to doWhat else is there to do near Purple Trail?

Browse more places in Lawrence County. You can also browse by activity: hiking, running and walking.

Before you goHow do you check conditions and closures at Purple Trail?

Contact the managing agency for current conditions, closures and rules.

This page lists public information. It does not replace posted signs or the manager's notices. Hours, fees, permits and closures change, so confirm with the managing agency before you go.

TrustHow accurate is this listing for Purple Trail?

Compiled from public datasets (Alabama Dept. of Conservation and Natural Resources). Locations are approximate and not yet field-verified. Confirm access, conditions and closures with the managing agency before you go.

This page was last updated on November 11, 2026.

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