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Oak Mountain State Park is the largest State Park in Alabama, with nearly 10,000 acres.
For your enjoyment, we offer the following:
- Golfing – Recently renovated 18 hole course. There is also a Golf Pro Shop with a complete line of equipment and accessories for sale.
- Golf Snack Bar – Offers a very nice menu and eating area for park guests and golfers.
- Driving Range – Lighted and open until 9 p.m. each night
- Horseback Riding:
Guided trail rides are available Wednesday thru Sunday. If you bring your own horse and stay overnight, boarding for your horse is available for $20 per night. We recommend calling the concessionaire at 205-620-3575 for reservation information. They are currently closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Listed below are their rates:
45 Minute Ride: $30
90 Minute Ride: $50
Pony Rides: $10
The minimum age for riding is 8 years old with or without an adult. If you want to ride on Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays, please make a reservation first. On weekends they take walk-ins, but a reservation is recommended if you want to be guaranteed a ride. These are guided trail rides and reservation times are from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
- Cabin Rentals – 10 Secluded Cabins
- Hiking:
Because of the length of the Park (Approximately 7 miles), there are miles of hiking and biking trails available for your use. Park Maps with each trail listed are available for sale at the Park Office and several other facilities.
- Biking – Road and Mountain Biking
- BMX Track (Bicycle Moto Cross):
There is a BMX bike track here on the park that is sponsored by a local BMX Group. This facility can be used by the public except on the weekends when the BMX group holds races/events. Go to oakmountainbmx.com to learn more about race dates and the track or call the track director at 205-680-5827.
- Picnicking areas with picnic tables and grills furnished throughout the park
- Petting/Exhibit Farm:
We have a petting/exhibit farm that can be visited from 7 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Weekend hours are 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. We have a varied assortment of animals and birds to see and interact with. With also rent out the Top of the Barn for birthday parties and events for $100. The Top of the Barn needs to be scheduled in advance through our Reservations Office at 205-620-2524.We offer private hayrides for $50. Reserve these by calling the farm at 205-620-2526. We now have scheduled weekend hay rides at 10:00a.m., 12p.m., and 2:00p.m. for $1.00 per person.
- Fishing Lakes and Fishing Boat Rentals
Aluminum john boats are available for you to rent. They are located at the Fishing Center at the back of the park. They are rented at a cost of $15 per day or $7.50 per day for seniors. Lifejackets and paddles are provided for your use or you can bring an electric trolling motor to use on the boat. NO gas motors are allowed.
- Swimming:
The swimming area is located behind the Park Office on Terrace Drive. There is no charge for swimming after you enter the park. We have a nice sandy beach area for swimming and picnicking. Restrooms and changing areas are available on the beach. NO ALCOHOL IS ALLOWED ON THE BEACH AND NO LIFEGUARD IS ON DUTY.
- Scenic Drives: (Top of Double Oak Mountain)
- Alabama Wildlife Center:
Located in Oak Mountain State Park, across from the marina, or park at the bottom of the Treetop Nature Trail and walk to visit the hospital site. The AWC receives about 2,500 orphaned or injured animals from 100 different species annually. They are located on the web at www.awrc.org. Our hotline is staffed 13 hours each day, 365 days each year: 205-621-3333. Recovering animals are on display so that guests may witness the incredible work the Alabama Wildlife Center performs, and may make a donation for their care.
- RV and Tent Sites
- Primitive Camping (Backpacking/Camping areas)
- Covered Pavilions for family and company gatherings
- Marina (Seasonal) with Pedal Boats and Canoes for rent.
- Meeting Room rentals for classes/events
- Hayrides
PARK HEADQUARTERS:
Come inside the Park Headquarters for information, refreshments, or merchandise for sale. Our phone number is 205-620-2520. We are open 7 days a week, 364 days a year. We are closed only on Christmas Day.
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