DeSoto State Park, Mountain state park in Fort Payne, United States.
The 3,502-acre park spans across Lookout Mountain with dense forests, flowing rivers, multiple waterfalls, and varied mountain landscapes near Little River Canyon.
The Civilian Conservation Corps developed the park in the 1930s, establishing it as State Park Number 5 before its official dedication in 1939.
The park maintains a dedicated museum showcasing the contributions of the Civilian Conservation Corps to Alabama's state park system development.
Visitors access 25 miles of hiking paths, including 11 miles of mountain bike trails, plus accommodations in lodges, cabins, campsites, and a seasonal pool.
DeSoto Falls, located in a separate section six miles north of the main grounds, stands as Alabama's highest waterfall at 104 feet.
Location: DeKalb County
Elevation above the sea: 458 m
Operator: Alabama State Parks Division
Website: https://alapark.com/parks/desoto-state-park
GPS coordinates: 34.49556,-85.61889
Latest update: May 14, 2025 12:44
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