PLAN YOUR VISIT:
RESERVATIONS | DESOTO STATE PARK
ACTIVITIES & EVENTS | DESOTO STATE PARK
DeSoto State Park is conveniently located only eight miles northeast of Fort Payne, Alabama. It is nestled atop beautiful Lookout Mountain and accented by many rushing waterfalls and fragrant wildflowers that will take your breath away. We offer a family-friendly atmosphere that holds wonders for people of all ages!
GPS directions are NOT reliable for DeSoto State Park. Please see our written driving directions under Plan Your Trip.
Nature
Whether a nature hobbyist, outdoor enthusiast, or sporting fanatic, DeSoto State Park has plenty to do to keep you entertained. We have it all and cater to individuals, families, and small or large groups!
Recreation
Cool off in our Olympic-size swimming pool, or catch a program at the Benefield Interpretive Center. Our Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) museum and tours provide insight into the area's history. We have more than 35 miles of hiking and 11-plus mountain biking trails for adventure, as well as an ADA-accessible boardwalk trail.
Accommodations
No matter what type of lodging you might prefer or need, we have it! Our 3,502-acre park provides lodging facilities from chalets to cabins and motel rooms to an Improved Campground with 94 full-hookup tent and RV sites. For the more adventurous, there are also Primitive Camping sites for tents and two Backcountry Campsites with shelters.
Other amenities include our Mountain Inn Restaurant, meeting rooms, pavilions, picnic area with playground,
Area Attractions
Little River Canyon Nature Preserve, the 104-foot DeSoto Falls, the Alabama Fan Club (legendary band), the Walls of Jericho Forever Wild Tract, and historic Fort Payne and Mentone, Alabama.
Use the ADCNR Interactive Map to learn more about the Alabama State Parks.
