DeSoto State Park Hiking Trails

Approximately 15 miles of hiking trails

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Complete Trail Maps can be found at the Country Store or the Lodge.

Call 256.845.0051 or email desotostpk@mindspring.com for more info on trails.

 

 

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The Azalea Cascade Boardwalk Trail was planned and built through a community effort. Grants and donations paid for the materials used to build the trail. It was constructed by the Alabama State Parks Maintenance Crew.

The Boardwalk is a 360-yard trail that can be enjoyed and traveled by people of all abilities.  No matter what the season, the boardwalk gives the hiker a unique perspective of the surrounding habitat.

A 20-foot octagon deck at the end of the trail places you over the pool created by the Azalea Cascade. A mid-April walk encircles you with the fragrant aroma of wild azaleas.

Wildflower Season usually ranges from March-November.

 

Several Seasonal Waterfalls can be found on the trails of DeSoto State Park.

 

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                                                                                              Laurel Creek

 

Complete Trail Map

 

 

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