# Alabama Great Escapes — Virtual Tour Guide

> Virtual tour guide for Alabama National Forests, detailing recreation, history, and management. (iPhone/iPad app by USDA Forest Service.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alabama-great-escapes/id982222721 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [USDA Forest Service](https://appshunter.io/developer/949583790)
- Category: Travel, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.20/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 133 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-05-05
- Data updated: 2026-07-19
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alabama-great-escapes/id982222721/reviews.md

## What is Alabama Great Escapes?

The Forest Service has a new virtual tour guide to assist visitors with planning recreation activities on the Bankhead, Conecuh, Talladega and Tuskegee National Forests. Download the informative mobile app that features Eva Longleaf, a conversational tour guide who explains great escapes on the National Forests in Alabama. “Eva” talks to visitors about recreation activities, history and forest management activities they can expect to see while visiting the National Forests in Alabama. Visitors can download the Eva Longleaf mobile application before visiting the national forest to be available whether or not there is an internet connection.

Take Your Great Escape Trip with Eva Longleaf - The National Forests in Alabama Great Escape Virtual Tour Guide:

Forest visitors downloading the new Forest Service mobile app will be welcomed by “Eva Longleaf” a Forest Service virtual tour guide providing information on recreation activities, national forest history and what is happening in the natural world surrounding them. Eva Longleaf will explain how national forests are working forests where you can expect to see controlled burns, tree thinning, tree planting and other management activities throughout the year. The projects are focused on maintaining the health and resilience of national forests while at the same time providing products and services to the public. Visitors will also learn about the history of each national forest in Alabama. Eva Longleaf communicates (one-way) with visitors to assist them in planning activities while on the Bankhead, Talladega, Conecuh and Tuskegee National Forest. For 508 compliance, a script is provided for visitors on the mobile app. 

Features:

The mobile device application is for outdoor enthusiasts interested in planning trips to Alabama’s four national forests –Bankhead, Talladega, Conecuh and Tuskegee. Using a blend of website and native app capabilities, Alabama “Great Escapes” mobile app provides the following essential information:

Eva Longleaf Virtual Tour Guide for the Bankhead, Talladega, Conecuh and Tuskegee forest history, management activities and recreation activities

Alerts and Safety Messages
Know Before You Go Notifications
Contact Information
Recreation Activities
Fees and Opening Schedule
Avenza Mobile Maps
Facebook and Twitter to share national forest memories with family and friends

## Key features

- Virtual tour guide (Eva Longleaf)
- Recreation activity planner
- Forest history and management info
- Offline map availability
- Alerts and safety messages
- Contact information

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alabama-great-escapes/id982222721/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Love this app!

*2022-08-23, version 1.3.0*

Very helpful app - I love Eva Longleaf

### 1/5 — Pointless app

*2022-08-20, version 1.3.0*

Links just take you to the website

### 1/5 — App does not work

*2017-05-25, version 1.0.0*

If you try to click a national forest it does nothing. All the links at bottom just open a web browser.

## Frequently asked questions about Alabama Great Escapes

### What is Alabama Great Escapes?

Alabama Great Escapes is a virtual tour guide app designed to help visitors plan recreation activities in Alabama's national forests. It provides information on activities, history, and forest management.

### Can I use Alabama Great Escapes offline?

Yes, visitors can download the Alabama Great Escapes app before visiting the national forest to ensure it is available whether or not there is an internet connection.

### What national forests does Alabama Great Escapes cover?

The app covers the Bankhead, Conecuh, Talladega, and Tuskegee National Forests in Alabama.

### Does Alabama Great Escapes have ads?

No, Alabama Great Escapes is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.

### What kind of information does Eva Longleaf provide?

Eva Longleaf, the virtual tour guide, explains recreation activities, history, and forest management activities such as controlled burns and tree thinning.

### Is Alabama Great Escapes suitable for all ages?

Alabama Great Escapes has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users and families planning outdoor adventures.

### How often is Alabama Great Escapes updated?

The app was last updated on August 17, 2023, indicating ongoing support and potential for new features or information.

### What are the main features of Alabama Great Escapes?

Key features include the Eva Longleaf virtual tour guide, alerts and safety messages, 'Know Before You Go' notifications, contact information, recreation details, fees, schedules, and Avenza Mobile Maps.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 2.0.4 — 2023-08-17

Menu updates completed.

### 2.0.0 — 2023-04-05

Updated menu items and additional assets are no longer downloaded, but are included in app from store.

### 1.3.0 — 2020-12-11

Virtual Tour Guide - Eva Longleaf

### 1.0.0 — 2015-05-01

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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