Take This Unforgettable Road Trip To 5 Of Alabama's Least-Visited State Parks

Alabama is home to 22 beautiful state parks. While some are really well known and welcome numerous visitors each year, many aren’t. Listed below, we’ve included a road trip route that’ll take you to five of Alabama’s underrated state parks. Because this road trip has a drive time of less than eight hours, it could easily be done in a weekend, or even a day. It truly depends on how much time you wish to spend at each state park. Now, let’s get started.

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Paul M. Grist State Park, 1546 Grist Rd, Valley Grande, AL 36701, USA

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Your first stop is Paul M. Grist State Park. Covering 1,080 acres, Alabama's Paul M. Grist State Park is located in the small town of Valley Grande. Its main feature is a 100-acre lake, and a few of its most popular activities include fishing, paddling, swimming, camping, and hiking.

For more information, be sure to take a look at Paul M. Grist State Park's webpage.

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Blue Springs State Park, 2595 AL-10, Clio, AL 36017, USA

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Your next stop is Blue Springs State Park. Blue Springs State Park in Clio is one of Alabama's true hidden gems. This tiny, 103-acre park includes two spring-fed pools. They remain 68 degrees year round, so they're perfect for taking a dip in on a hot summer day.

For more information, be sure to take a look at Blue Springs State Park's webpage.

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Frank Jackson State Park, 100 Jerry, Adams Rd, Opp, AL 36467, USA

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Following a short drive, you'll arrive at Frank Jackson State Park. This 2,050-acre park's main feature is Lake Jackson. Although this state park, which is located in the small town of Opp, offers a variety of activities, most people visit because it's a great place to fish.

For more information, be sure to take a look at Frank Jackson State Park's webpage.

Roland Cooper State Park, 285 Deer Run Dr, Camden, AL 36726, USA

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Your next stop is Roland Cooper State Park. This state park, which is located in the small town of Camden, boasts one of the best fishing opportunities in southwest Alabama. In addition to fishing, boating and camping are a couple of other activities offered at this 236-acre park.

For more information, be sure to take a look at Roland Cooper State Park's webpage.

Bladon Springs State Park, 3921 Bladon Rd, Silas, AL 36919, USA

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Your final stop is Bladon Springs State Park. Bladon Springs State Park in Silas, Alabama was originally a private spa in 1838. A hotel was eventually built on the property in 1846. It was opened during the Civil War and known as the "Saratoga of the South." In 1934, it became the state park it is today. Bladon Springs State Park is a great place for camping, birding, and picnicking.

For more information, be sure to take a look at Bladon Springs State Park's webpage.

Have you ever visited any of these underrated state parks in Alabama? If so, please share your experience(s) with us in the comments below.

For more information about Blue Springs State Park, be sure to take a look at the following article: Everyone In Alabama Must Visit This Epic Natural Spring As Soon As Possible.