Alabama Parks and Forests
5 Alabama parks and forests for 2026. Predicted peaks run from Oct 27 to Nov 9.
State parks, forests, gardens and preserves, many with both a drive in and a trail, each with its own predicted peak. 2 are in their predicted peak window now. Also in Alabama: scenic drives, hikes. All of Alabama on the map.
All 5 parks and forests in Alabama
| Place | Area | Predicted peak | Window | Now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Wheeler State Park Features beautiful, colorful views along the Tennessee River near the dam and cabins. | Lawrence County | Late October | Oct 22 – Nov 1 | In window now |
| DeSoto State Park A 3,500-acre state park on Lookout Mountain, northeast of Fort Payne, with DeSoto Falls and trails above the Little River. Northeast Alabama is usually the first part of the state to color. | Fort Payne | Late October | Oct 23 – Nov 2 | In window now |
| Monte Sano State Park (Huntsville) A high-elevation spot offering beautiful foliage views from mountain overlooks and the Warpath Ridge Trail. | Huntsville | Early November | Nov 1 – Nov 11 | Upcoming |
| Cheaha State Park As the highest point in Alabama, Cheaha offers panoramic views of the Appalachian foothills. The Bald Rock and Pulpit Rock trails are particularly popular for their scenic overlooks. | Cleburne County | Early November | Nov 2 – Nov 12 | Upcoming |
| Oak Mountain State Park (Pelham) A central Alabama park with fall color around Peavine Falls and the Peavine Overlook. | Pelham | Early November | Nov 4 – Nov 14 | Upcoming |
By area
- Cleburne County · 1
- Fort Payne · 1
- Huntsville · 1
- Lawrence County · 1
- Pelham · 1
Parks and Forests in other states
- Louisiana · 7
- Mississippi · 5