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Little River Canyon National Preserve
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.
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Little River Canyon National Preserve follows along the Little River and covers approximately 40 miles from the northeast corner to the southwest corner. The easiest way to access the park is by Alabama Highway 35 about 10 miles east out of Fort Payne, Alabama. Interstate 59 is the closest interstate.
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Facilities
Canyon Mouth Park Visitor Center
Canyon Mouth Park has a fee booth/visitor contact station at the entrance. The booth is staffed from late spring through early fall. Information & handouts are available when the booth is staffed. An informational kiosk can be found near the restrooms - park maps can be found here too. Canyon Mouth Park is the only fee area at Little River Canyon National Preserve - $15 weekly passes & $35 annual passes can be purchased from the fee machine. America the Beautiful passes are accepted.
Jacksonville State University Little River Canyon Center Facility
The Jacksonville State University Little River Canyon Center is located adjacent to Little River Canyon National Preserve. National Park Service staff and Volunteers and Jacksonville State University staff will greet you and help you plan your visit. Amenities include: Information desk, restrooms, movie, gift shop, trails, and picnic tables. Hours are 10 AM - 4 PM Central Standard Time. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day.
