Alapark Events
Park: Cheaha
Reptiles and Amphibians
When: 10/17/2026 at 11:00 AMMeeting Place: Interpretive Center
Celebrate Dragon Weekend with us by learning all about reptiles and amphibians!
Park: Chewacla
Autumn Tote Bag and Hand Stitching Workshop - Craftoween
When: 10/17/2026 at 01:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Celebrate "Craftoween" with a DIY Autumn tote bag and hand stitching class!
Park: Chewacla
How to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse
When: 10/17/2026 at 04:30 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Curious if you would survive a zombie apocalypse? Join us at Chewacla State Park for an apocalyptic crash course!
Park: Oak Mountain
Junior Ranger Guided Program: Respecting Wildlife
When: 10/18/2026 at 11:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Oak Mountain Interpretive Center
Meet a wild animal up close and learn how to be a true wildlife protector!
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: DeSoto
Spookapalooza Pumpkin Carving Contest 2026
When: 10/20/2026 at 08:00 AMDeSoto State Park is glad to host the 15th Annual Spookapalooza Pumpkin Carving Contest!
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: DeSoto
Spookapalooza Spooktacular Campsite Contest 2026
When: 10/20/2026 at 08:00 PMDecorate your site with the most original and creative Halloween décor you can find … you might win a prize!
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: 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: Chewacla
Hidden Waterfall Hike
When: 10/24/2026 at 10:00 AMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: First Parking Loop at Beach Pavilion
Join us for an exciting, guided hike to Chewacla’s natural waterfall—the Hidden Falls!
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.
Park: Chewacla
Apple Cider Social Hike
When: 10/24/2026 at 05:00 PMMultiple dates and times available.
Meeting Place: Nature Center
Join us at Chewacla for a cup of apple cider and a guided stroll through our fall leaves!