Cheaha State Park

Cheaha State Park

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Cheaha State Park
Clay County Alabama
Cleburne County Alabama

Cheaha State Park is a 2,799-acre state park in Alabama, located in northern Clay and southwestern Cleburne counties. The park, which is Alabama’s oldest continuously operating state park, encompasses Cheaha Mountain, the highest point in the state. Park facilities include a lodge, restaurant, general store, campsites, hiking trails, and other amenities. Day-use: The park has day-use areas for picnicking, swimming, and fishing. Scenic overlooks: Cheaha Mountain is topped with Bunker Tower, a stone building with an observation deck on top. Near the peak, Bald Rock has a wheelchair-accessible wooden walkway that provides an overlook of the surrounding region.

Little River Canyon National Preserve
Little River Canyon National Preserve

Little River Canyon National Preserve

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The river and canyon have formed a wild and rugged landscape that allows for a range of peaceful and challenging recreational opportunities. The river supports world-class whitewater paddling and the canyon supports exceptional climbing opportunities. The opportunity for hiking, swimming, and fishing in natural areas away from city life are exemplified at Martha’s Falls and Canyon Mouth.

Alabama State Parks
Chewacla State Park

Chewacla State Park

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Lake Chewacla is perfect for reeling in bream, bass, crappie and catfish or taking a dip off the beach area. No luck in the lake, then try one of the park’s two creeks. There is no boat ramp on the lake, but visitors are allowed to bring their own small non-motorized watercraft such as canoes or kayaks if they can be hand-launched from the bank.

Alabama State Parks
Lake Lurleen State Park

Lake Lurleen State Park

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Lake Lurleen State Park, located on U.S. Highway in Tuscaloosa County Alabama. The park is 1,675 acres and includes 91 campsites, boating, fishing and swimming on the 250 acre lake. Over 23 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails are within the park. Located 9 miles Northwest of Tuscaloosa and Northport Alabama and 14 miles from the University of Alabama. OFFICE HOURS:  8 a.m.- 4 p.m. Monday-Friday (Except Holidays)
ENTRANCE STATION HOURS: 7 AM – 9 PM (7 Days a Week)

DAY USE ENTRANCE FEE:
Adults (12 years – 61 years of age): $3
Children 6 to 11 years of age: $1
Seniors 62 years of age and older: $1
Children under 6 years of age: FREE

PARK CLOSES AT SUNSET TO ALL DAY USE PARK GUESTS

Day use entrance fee includes park entrance, picnicking, fishing, boat launching, multi-trail use, and swimming.

Alabama State Parks

FLORALA STATE PARK – ALABAMA

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Florala State Park – Alabama
Alabama State Park
Florala AL
Covington County
 

Florala State Park is a 40 acre park that stretches along the 500 acre Lake Jackson, it offers camping, picnicking, playground, swimming, fishing, trails and paddleboat rentals. Water skiing and personal watercraft are allowed on the lake. 

The park location is:

514 Lake Shore Drive
Florala Alabama 36552

on the Alabama/Florida state line

Phone:334-858-6425
the park hours are from 8 am to 5 pm. Additional Alabama State Parks

Campground

CLAUDE D KELLEY STATE PARK (LITTLE RIVER) – ALABAMA

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The park is located at 580 H-Kyle Road in Atmore AL 36502 | 251-862-2511 and is managed by Ironmen Outdoor Ministries, a non profit organization.   The 2,100 acre park includes a 25 acre lake with both boating and fishing facilities.  You can also enjoy hiking, swimming, biking, zip-lining and camping.  

Alabama State Parks

CHATTAHOOCHEE STATE PARK – ALABAMA

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Chattahoochee State Park – Alabama
Alabama State Park
Houston County
Gordon AL
 

This Historic park is located on Irwin’s Mill Creek near Gordon, Alabama in Houston County, Alabama. 250 Chattahoochee State Park Rd 36343
334-522-3607
800-252-7275

The park was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps (C.C.C.) during the Great Depression and has been providing recreation for over 70 years.  The 22 acre  park offers camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, boating and picnic grounds.    The park is open daily from daylight to dark. Admission fees: $2.00 for adults, $1.oo for seniors and kids 12 and under.   Fishing is $2.00 for adults and free for kids 12 and under. Additional Alabama State Parks