Alapark Events
Park: Wind Creek
Eco Tour on Lake Martin
When: 10/18/2026 at 12:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Marina Store
Come enjoy a guided boat ride around Lake Martin!
Park: DeSoto
Stone & Soil: Hypertufa Pumpkin Workshop
When: 10/18/2026 at 12:00 PMCreate two hypertufa pumpkins, decorate two ready-made ones, and learn a fun technique for seasonal garden décor.
Park: Gulf
Alligator Nature Walk
When: 10/19/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf Oak Ridge Trailhead
Take a stroll with our park naturalists along Gopher Tortoise Trail, a favorite path for spotting native wildlife!
Park: Gulf
Coastal Raptors of Gulf State Park
When: 10/20/2026 at 01:00 PMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Nature Center
Join us at the Nature Center for an interactive experience with our birds of prey!
Park: Chewacla
Cosmos Quest - Chewacla Nature School
When: 10/21/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Explore the cosmos with us as we learn all about space at Chewacla!
Park: Rickwood Caverns
Rickwood Caverns & Forest School: Carnivores
When: 10/22/2026 at 02:00 PMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Prowl into the world of predators as you learn about carnivores in this month’s homeschool program!
Fees may apply.
Park: Gulf
Guided Pier Walk
When: 10/23/2026 at 09:00 AMMeeting Place: Gulf State Park Saltwater Pier
Discover the unique connection between our coastal community and ecosystem during this guided tour of the Pier!
Park: Rickwood Caverns
Frightful Fridays: The Science of Fear
When: 10/23/2026 at 04:00 PMMeeting Place: Nature Center
Celebrate the spooky season with a snack as you learn about fear & then brave the dark with a cavern glow tour!
Fees may apply.
Park: DeSoto
Spookapalooza Spooktacular Campsite Contest 2026
When: 10/24/2026 at 08:00 AMDecorate your site with the most original and creative Halloween décor you can find … you might win a prize!
Park: DeSoto
Spookapalooza Pumpkin Carving Contest 2026
When: 10/24/2026 at 08:00 AMDeSoto State Park is glad to host the 15th Annual Spookapalooza Pumpkin Carving Contest!
Park: Lake Guntersville
Junior Ranger 101
When: 10/24/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Outdoor Classroom
Embark on your Junior Ranger adventure by learning how to Leave No Trace and become a park protector!
Park: Chewacla
Rockin' Around Chewacla
When: 10/24/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Upper Pavilion
Discover the world of Chewacla State Park’s rocks and how they formed!
Park: Cheaha
Archery
When: 10/24/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Cheaha Lake
Enjoy the fall weather while learning how to shoot a bow!
Park: Chewacla
BARK Rangers
When: 10/24/2026 at 02:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center Outdoor Classroom
Bring your pup to become a Chewacla BARK Ranger!
Park: DeSoto
Spookapalooza Trick or Treating
When: 10/24/2026 at 03:00 PMWear your favorite costume if you wish! Candy stations are located through-out the campground.