The highway travels through the town of Dutton and continues through more rural areas, reaching an intersection with SR 40 west of Henagar. Past this intersection, SR 71 begins its ascent into the foothills of Lookout Mountain, passing more farmland and woodland with occasional homes.
The highway traverses through the town of Dutton and proceeds through more rural regions, intersecting with SR 40 west of Henagar. Beyond this intersection, SR 71 ascends into the foothills of Lookout Mountain, passing more agricultural land and forested areas with occasional residences.