DeSoto State Park and Lodge/DeSoto Falls

Fort Payne

Stop by and see falls that plunge 104 feet. Dense woodlands, seasonal wildflowers and spectacular views await. Also available are a restaurant, meeting rooms, motel, chalets, cabins, campground, picnic area, nature center, hiking, pool, ADA-accessible playground, and boardwalk trail.

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DeSoto State Park and Lodge/DeSoto Falls

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7104 DeSoto Pkwy. NE
Fort Payne, AL 35967

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256-845-5380

Region

Fort Payne is located in the Lookout Mountain Area of the North Alabama Region

Fees

Charge for overnight accommodations, pool and main picnic area

Hours of Operation

Open all year; pool open Memorial Day-Labor Day 11-6

Payments Accepted

Discounts Offered

Government
Military
Senior

Wheelchair Accessible

Where to Stay

DeSoto State Park Lodge

A motel, chalets, cabins and a campground offer plenty of options for those wanting to stay in DeSoto State Park.

Econo Lodge

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Great Buck Lodge

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Hampton Inn Fort Payne

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Little River RV Park & Campground

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Upcoming Events

Rappelling Adventure

Rappelling in Northeast Alabama

Rescue Rappelling Certification

Learn how to rescue others while on rope

2020 Canyon Fest

This is the Canyon Center’s biggest event of the year. Don’t miss the live music, nature and art activities, demonstrations, great food, vendors, children’s activities and fun at this signature festival designed to celebrate our canyon and the natura...

Mountaineering Adventure

Explore a rock maze while, climbing, rappelling, and mountaineering techniques.

Creative Spirit Market 2020

Adding a new twist to a typical art fair, this event is designed as an open air showcase, with artist demonstrations, locally & regionally created fine & folk art, premium hand-crafted goods, live acoustic music, as well as interactive kid's art area...

High Adventure Trip 1

a fun filled adventure of climbing, rappelling, caving, and canoeing

Extreme Night Hike

A challenging team building hike through a rock maze.

Where to Eat

Vintage 1889

Located in the Big Mill formally the Davis Hosiery Mill. Vintage 1889 features one of North East Alabama's oldest dining experiences!

Woody's

Steakhouse * Seafood Restaurant * American Restaurant * Delicious desserts Large dining room for parties Catering

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