Buck's Pocket State Park

Buck's Pocket State Park is a natural area in Marshall County that spans Sand Mountain with canyons, hardwood forests, and South Sauty Creek flowing through it. The landscape features rocky terrain typical of the Appalachian chain with varied elevations and wooded sections throughout.

The park was established in 1966 when the Sand Mountain Booster's Club formed the Tri-County Park Authority and purchased land from a local farmer. This early initiative transformed private land into a public outdoor space for regional access.

The park's name carries local stories from Native American legends to a Civil War draft evader named Buck Berry, shaping how visitors understand and remember the place. These narratives remain part of how people experience and talk about the land today.

The park has 23 campsites with modern facilities, concrete pads, picnic tables, and fire rings for guests. An 8-mile off-road vehicle trail and hiking paths of varying difficulty are available throughout the grounds.

Point Rock Overlook offers sweeping views across the canyon and reveals the depth of the landscape formation from a special vantage point. Nearby Morgan's Cove with its boat launch and fishing opportunities on Lake Guntersville provides a different outdoor experience.