Dugger Mountain Wilderness

Dugger Mountain Wilderness is a protected forest area within the Talladega National Forest spanning both Cleburne and Calhoun Counties in Alabama. The landscape features dense woodlands with hilly terrain and multiple marked trails open to foot traffic.

The site was designated as a protected wilderness in 2000 by the US Forest Service as the third official wilderness in Alabama's national forests. The steep slopes historically prevented commercial logging, allowing much of the original forest to remain.

The Pinhoti National Recreation Trail traverses through the wilderness, providing outdoor enthusiasts with paths to explore the mountain's natural features.

The area is accessible year-round for hiking, with visitors expected to follow marked trails and bring their own maps. Electronic devices and motorized equipment are not permitted, so preparation and self-reliance are essential.

The mountain reaches just over 2,140 feet (650 m) in elevation and its steep terrain made industrial logging economically impractical. This allowed an unusually undisturbed forest ecosystem to persist in the region.

Location: Cleburne County

Inception: April 1, 2000

Operator: United States Forest Service

Website: https://wilderness.net/index.cfm?fuse=NWPS&sec=wildView&WID=166

GPS coordinates: 33.86449,-85.59961

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:04