Fall Season in the Canyon

National Preserve

Little River Canyon National Preserve

Info

Little River is unique because it flows for most of its length atop Lookout Mountain in northeast Alabama. Forested uplands, waterfalls, canyon rims and bluffs, pools, boulders, and sandstone cliffs offer settings for a variety of recreational activities. Natural resources and cultural heritage come together to tell the story of the Preserve, a special place in the Southern Appalachians.

Park Photos

Fall Season in the Canyon
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Little River Canyon in the Fall

Credit: NPS Photo

Fall Season in the Canyon
Little River Falls in the Spring, located on AL Hwy 35
Little River Falls in the Fall, located on AL Hwy 35
Scenic Driver (AL Hwy 176) in the Fall
DeSoto Scout Trail Bridge located in the Backcountry Area

Activities

Auto and ATV
Scenic Driving
Biking
Mountain Biking
Road Biking
Climbing
Rock Climbing
Picnicking
Hiking
Backcountry Hiking
Front-Country Hiking
Horse Trekking
Horseback Riding
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Fly Fishing
Paddling
Canoeing
Kayaking
Swimming
Freshwater Swimming
Hunting and Gathering
Hunting
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Junior Ranger Program
Food
Shopping
Gift Shop and Souvenirs

Fees

Passes

Operating Hours

The main park is open during daylight hours every day including holidays.

DayHours
Friday
Sunrise to Sunset
Monday
Sunrise to Sunset
Sunday
Sunrise to Sunset
Tuesday
Sunrise to Sunset
Saturday
Sunrise to Sunset
Thursday
Sunrise to Sunset
Wednesday
Sunrise to Sunset

Summer Hours - Open Daily from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM (CST) Fall/Spring Hours - Open Daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (CST) Winter Hours - Open Daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (CST)

DayHours
Friday
8:00AM - 7:00PM
Monday
8:00AM - 7:00PM
Sunday
8:00AM - 7:00PM
Tuesday
8:00AM - 7:00PM
Saturday
8:00AM - 7:00PM
Thursday
8:00AM - 7:00PM
Wednesday
8:00AM - 7:00PM

Weather info

The weather in Fort Payne, Alabama is mild. The average temperature in the winter is in the 50's. The average summer temperature is in the high 80's with high humidity. We receive about 55 inches of rain each year. Snowfall varies, but only lasts a few days per event.

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