Pickwick Lake, Tennessee

Close Enough
to Escape.
Far Enough to Feel Free.

The Rocket City is great for science and space — but for off-road adventure, Outpost Outdoors is just 1.5 hours north at Pickwick Lake. The perfect Alabama day trip into Tennessee wilderness.

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~1.5 hrsfrom Huntsville

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Huntsville Is Great.
The Trails Are Better.

Huntsville is one of the fastest-growing cities in the South — but when you're ready to trade the tech corridor for open trails and Tennessee red dirt, we're just up the road.

Just 85 miles north on US-72, Outpost Outdoors is the closest major SXS rental experience to Huntsville. Cross the state line into Tennessee and discover a completely different world — wooded trails, creek crossings, and Pickwick Lake.

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Your Perfect Huntsville Escape

Here's how a day trip from Huntsville to Outpost Outdoors looks — from morning departure to back home by dark.

7:30 AM

Leave the Rocket City Behind

Grab coffee on your way out of Huntsville and head west on US-72. The drive through the Tennessee River Valley is one of the most scenic in the region.

9:00 AM

Cross Into Tennessee

You'll pass through Florence and cross the state line into Tennessee. The landscape opens up — rolling hills, farmland, and the kind of quiet you can't find in the city.

9:30 AM

Arrive at Outpost Outdoors

Check in at Pickwick Lake, get briefed on the Can-Am, and get ready to ride. No experience needed — we'll walk you through everything.

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Hit the Trails

Four hours of Tennessee backcountry — creek crossings, forest trails, open fields. This is the off-road experience you can't get anywhere near Huntsville.

5:30 PM

Back in Huntsville for Dinner

Head south on US-72 back to the Rocket City. You'll be home in time for dinner — with enough stories to last until your next trip.

Why Huntsville Riders
Choose Outpost Outdoors

Easy Drive from Huntsville

Just 1.5 hours north on US-72 into Tennessee. Smooth, scenic drive through the Tennessee River Valley.

Real Tennessee Trails

Cross the state line and discover miles of wooded trails, creek crossings, and open fields around Pickwick Lake.

Top-of-the-Line Machines

We run Can-Am Side-by-Sides — powerful, safe, and built for any terrain.

No Experience Required

First time in an SXS? No problem. We'll walk you through everything before you hit the trail.

Great for Groups

Bachelor parties, family trips, corporate outings — we accommodate groups of all sizes.

Pickwick Lake Views

One of Tennessee's most beautiful lakes, right at the edge of the trail system.

Getting Here From
Huntsville, AL

We're located near Pickwick Lake in Hardin County, Tennessee — just ~1.5 hrs from Huntsville. The drive is easy and scenic through Alabama countryside.

Head west on US-72 from Huntsville toward Muscle Shoals

Continue west on US-72 through Florence, AL

Cross into Tennessee and continue on US-72 toward Corinth, MS area

Head north on TN-57 or US-64 toward Pickwick Dam

Call us at (731) 607-0386 for exact directions

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Huntsville Riders Ask Us

Is Outpost Outdoors worth the drive from Huntsville?

Definitely. There's no SXS experience like this near Huntsville — you need real trails and open land. 85 miles north gets you to Pickwick Lake and miles of Tennessee wilderness. Most Huntsville visitors say it's the best day trip they've taken.

Can we do this as a day trip from Huntsville?

Yes! Leave Huntsville around 8 AM, arrive by 9:30, ride for 4–5 hours, grab lunch, and head back. You'll be home by 6 PM.

Do I need experience to ride a Side-by-Side?

No experience needed. We walk every rider through the machine before you head out.

Can we bring a group from Huntsville?

Absolutely! We love group bookings from Huntsville — bachelor parties, birthday trips, team outings. Call us at (731) 607-0386.

Real Rides. Real People.