Oak Mountain State Park

Please be aware that the pricing has gone up to $ 5 per person, and they accept cash only. That being said, it’s totally worth it. My boyfriend and I stopped through here on our way to Nashville and we had such a blast hiking Peavine falls. Please take sturdy shoes as it’s less of a trail and more of a self guided rock climb, but I think that’s what made it so fun. It’s absolutely beautiful once you get down to the falls, but very slippery. Also make sure to visit the petting zoo, they have goats, a donkey, and a miniature horse. They said in the summer they have horseback riding as well, but it was closed when we were there.

My friends and I camped here during a two-​week long road trip. We arrived to the park after dark, but had no problem getting registered and getting our site. There was a miscommunication with the site assignments, however. We were assigned B6. We got everything set up and a fire going, when two guys on motorcycles pulled up and said we were in their spot. Apparently they had set up hammocks in the trees behind the site. Instead of them moving their hammocks one space over, we had to move our entire set up and abandon the fire. The guy at the office was apologetic, but it was still a pain in the ass. In the morning one of the rangers gave us an extra bag of wood since the hammock guys ended up with most of ours, so that was awesome. The park itself is beautiful, and I love how secluded it is even though it’s really not that far from the interstate. I wish we had arrived earlier so we would have more time to explore and hike, but I guess that means we need to make a another trip down south!

We just moved to the area and went to Oak Mountain State Park for the first time.
The park was super nice. We did the hike to Peavine falls, the guide said it was a large change in elevation, and they were right. It was not really a trail, more like going down steep rocks, the falls were really pretty small but you could get right in, and then climbing back out.
There were a lot of other activities there, plenty of picknicking areas, nice lake area, horses and golf. There were some great scenic overlooks on the road to the falls.
Plenty of dog friendly areas, and even some beer friendly areas, which was surprising to see in a state park!
We will be back to explore more.

This was our pit stop on a drive from Chattanooga, TN to Mobile, AL. Located right off I65, so an easy stop. We played along the water and did the tree top trail. Kiddos had fun. $ 3.00 per adult to get in.

Great place to spend the day. Enjoy the fresh air, views, and trails! This place has everything you could be looking for in an outside adventure. except maybe a place to eat. The trails are well maintained and the staff at the farm was helpful and friendly.

I visited this state park on the outskirts of Birmingham in mid-​May. It’s a pretty wooded area with many different trails. Admission was $ 3 per car. The person who took our money at the gate wasn’t super friendly. The woods were pretty dense and provided a lot of coverage from the sun. We took the blue trail and checked out the King’s Chair Overlook. We reached the peak and took the red trail going down stopping at Maggie’s Glen to enjoy a creek and sunlight filtering through the leaves. It was very peaceful.
If hiking’s not your thing, you can mountain bike, camp, kayak, or canoe. We also came back the next day to do the animal petting zoo. That was really cute to hang around the baby animals! Just don’t pet the peacocks. And there is a black donkey that is super smart and aggressive. If he sees you go get some corn treats, he will wait for you patiently at the entrance and follow you around until he’s sure you’re out.

I love the activities you can do here. From lounging on the beach (on the lake) to canoeing and kayaking (you can bring your own or rent them there)… Fishing… bike riding through endless mountain bike trails or along the pavement… Walking/​hiking to the waterfall area (it’s a bit of a drive but the views are gorgeous, especially in autumn!)… The overview trail with native Alabama birds… Overall it is a wonderful park with plenty for all the active outdoorsy members of your family to find something they will enjoy doing!

I was in Birmingham on business and decided to go with some colleagues for a work out here on the blue trail. We started at 5p after work and finished the 8 ½ hike /​run by 7p. The grounds were fantastic, beautiful and breath taking. True nature at its finest. The trail was marked really well and there were a lot of tough spots to walk but hey that’s nature. There obviously are no water stations anywhere on the trail so make sure to go prepared. Also it gets really dark because of the tall trees covering the sky so plan accordingly. All in all I am glad I did it. I felt like I accomplished something doing this tough trail with a 12.5 min mile!!!

This was one of the nicest state parks that I have been to and I have been to quiet a few. Oak Mountain State Park has a ton of options that include: golf, horseback riding, cycling, mountain biking, hiking, basketball, camping, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, etc. The only thing I didn’t see was jet skiing or motorboating. Haha I said motorboating. I guess that can be done in the privacy of your own tent or cabin.
The place is large and the maps online can be rather confusing if you are trying to find a good hike. We drove to the visitors center and they sold us a trail map for 50 cents. This was much more help. The trails are color coded and we chose to take the green trail as it ended a waterfall. (more on that in a minute). It was afternoon in the middle of June so it was hot as hell and I chose the trail with the biggest elevation climb. I convinced my girlfriend it would be worth it once we got to the falls. So we hiked the 2.5 miles there with sweat soaked drawls only to see what may have been the most pathetic waterfall ever. I swear a Redneck could have been pissing off the top of the rocks as far as I know. There could have been a drought or a beaver damn blocking waterflow because if not this «waterfall» certainly didn’t deserve to be named (Peavine Falls). There was a little swimming hole where kids were playing so I’m sure the falls are usually prettier.
The bad part was coming down to the falls the way we did was kind of difficult for the non hiking type. My girlfriend has been on a few hikes with me but fell and slammed her leg on a rock. She was fine and there’s no crying in hiking so she toughed out the journey back.
I’d love to go back with a mountain bike and maybe get one of the cabins for the night to get the whole experience. Definitely worth a stop if you are near Birmingham.

On Sunday, March 9^th, Tony and I stopped at Oak Mountain State Park outside of Birmingham, AL. The park is so lovely. We stopped at the front gate and asked the Park Ranger for directions to the Peavine Falls that is located in the park.
This park is very lovely. There is a beach, hiking, picnic tables and gorgeous overlooks on the mountain tops. I really enjoyed this park and I would love to go back there again. The park entrance fee was $ 5 for the car. not per person. Great day and lovely weather. — at Oak Mountain State Park.

I’ve been coming here since I was a kid, and I NEVER get tired of it! When I was a kid, I loved the petting zoo, the stables, swimming at the lake, and rollerblading around the parking lots (back when that was a thing). Now I almost exclusively come for the hiking and geocaching, although I’m planning to camp here when the weather gets warmer.
The day use fee is $ 3, and sometimes there is no gate attendant to take your money. If there is an «honor box», don’t be a douche — put your money in the slot and know you are supporting an amazing area that many people will be able to enjoy for generations to come. That $ 3 goes a long way!
Must-​sees along the well-​marked trails are Peavine Falls and Maggie’s Glen, though if you follow any of the well-​marked trails you’ll always find something amazing to catch your interest.

Today and since I was a child, Oak Mountain State Park has been a fantastic spot for outdoor fun. You name it, you can do it. It’s not the fanciest choice, but it’s solid nonetheless.
Does your family like to hike, walk, run, ride bikes, camp, paddle boat, fish, sit on a fake beach, ride horses, play golf, bird watch, cook out, and more? This park is for you. I know that sounds ridiculous, but I’m serious. It’s basically a one stop shop.
If you like the finer side of things, you should look somewhere else. Otherwise, this is where I suggest you spend time with your family.

I love this place! It’s got everything you want and more; it’s big and easy to get lost or confused in. Campground (costs a little bit and get there as early as possible to ensure a spot Friday afternoon), pavilions, lakes, rivers, mountain biking, tons of hiking/​running trails, paddle boats, animal exhibit, golf, etc. Lots of people also ride their road bikes though the park on its wide roads. Come get your active self on!

Very nice, tranquil park. A friend and I visited on Saturday and it was a great experience. We enjoyed the nature hike and the animal rehabilitation center — seeing this made the $ 3 park entry fee worthwhile.
This is an excellent place if you enjoy biking, hiking, canoeing, or just being out in nature.
Will be spending a lot of time here come spring!

Went here to camp for two nights and mountain bike. First time here and I loved everything about this place. Camping ground was well set up. Hot showers and running water nearby. We were able to bike to the trail head and thrashed on some killer trails. Be wary of Jeckel & Hyde as it may be a bit more technical for most beginner bikers like myself. I was able to hang in and make my way through it, but it definitely wasn’t pretty.
Not sure how busy it is during the summer, but the fall seems like the best time to go in my opinion. Not very crowded, you get to enjoy the beautiful fall colors and the weather is nice and cool during the day while you are riding for 4 hours.