Little River State Forest

Little River State Forest is a 2,100-acre longleaf pine forest located between Monroe and Escambia County with a 25-acre lake in its center. The lake provides the main focus for fishing, picnicking, and other outdoor recreational activities.

The forest was developed in the 1930s during the Great Depression by the Civilian Conservation Corps, a work program created to provide jobs. Structures built by this program, including cabins and a dam, remain in use today.

The forest serves as a gathering place where families celebrate, churches hold services, and scout troops meet throughout the year. You can sense how much this location means to the local communities who rely on it for their special moments.

The forest has six pavilions available for rental and multiple camping areas with electric and water hookups to suit different needs. Contact the office ahead of time to arrange reservations for any of these facilities.

The forest managers use selective timber harvesting and controlled fire to maintain the health of the pine forest ecosystem. This active management approach is not always obvious to visitors but shapes the landscape you experience.

Location: Alabama

Elevation above the sea: 49 m

Website: http://forestry.state.al.us/Pages/Management/LittleRiverSF.aspx

GPS coordinates: 31.25750,-87.50390

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:40