To visit all nine stations while enjoying the best backroads and avoiding highways, you can split your journey into three distinct loops. These routes prioritize the scenic rolling hills of Chilton County, the rural farmlands of Autauga County, and the winding lakeside roads near Lake Martin. Each route starts and ends at the Red Knights Chapter AL 1 Club House. Feel free to adapt the routes as needed. Official rules: https://www.redknightsmc.com/grand-tour
Ride 1: The North Chilton Loop
This route heads north into the heart of peach country, using local county roads to weave between stations. You’ll experience the gentle curves of the Chilton County hills and the rural charm of the small towns between Clanton and Jemison.
- Stations Visited:
Gap of the Mountain Fire & Rescue
Star rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5
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* Gap of the Mountain Fire & Rescue Click to open side panel for more information in Clanton.
Thorsby Fire Department
Star rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 4.5
Category: 📍 Fire station
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* Thorsby Fire Department Click to open side panel for more information in Thorsby.
Union Grove Fire & Rescue Department
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* Union Grove Fire & Rescue Department Click to open side panel for more information in Jemison.
North Chilton Volunteer Fire
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* North Chilton Volunteer Fire Click to open side panel for more information in Jemison.
- Ride Highlights:
- Features a ride through the rural corridor between Billingsley and Clanton via AL-22 and County Road 15.
- Includes the quiet, tree-lined streets of Thorsby and Jemison.
- Estimated time: ~2 hours (approx. 83 miles).
- View Ride 1 Directions
Ride 2: The Autauga & Wetumpka Loop
This loop takes you south and east through open farmland and river country. It utilizes the long, scenic stretches of AL-14 and avoids the busier traffic of I-65 and US-31 by staying on local service roads.
- Stations Visited:
Autaugaville Volunteer Fire Department
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* Autaugaville Volunteer Fire Department Click to open side panel for more information in Autaugaville.
Old Kingston Volunteer Fire Department
Star rating: 5 out of 5 stars 5
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* Old Kingston Volunteer Fire Department Click to open side panel for more information in Prattville.
Millbrook Fire Department Station 2
Category: 📍 Fire station
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* Millbrook Fire Department Station 2 Click to open side panel for more information in Deatsville.
Redland Volunteer fire dept station 1
Star rating: 5 out of 5 stars 5
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* Redland Volunteer fire dept station 1 Click to open side panel for more information in Wetumpka.
- Ride Highlights:
- Includes the scenic AL-14 corridor, known for its flat, expansive views of the Black Belt region.
- Passes through the historic community of Old Kingston and the winding Redland Road near Wetumpka.
- Estimated time: ~2 hours 20 minutes (approx. 111 miles).
- View Ride 2 Directions
Ride 3: The Lake Martin Run
This ride is a dedicated trek to the easternmost station. While it is a longer ride for a single stop, the route takes you through some of the most enjoyable motorcycle roads in the area, particularly as you approach the lake.
- Stations Visited:
Real Island Volunteer Fire
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* Real Island Volunteer Fire Click to open side panel for more information in Equality.
- Ride Highlights:
- Specifically focuses on the winding, canopy-covered sections of Real Island Road.
- Offers glimpses of Lake Martin as you approach the station.
- Estimated time: ~2 hours 35 minutes (approx. 119 miles).
- View Ride 3 Directions