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Congo Falls Night Swim

Congo Falls Night Swim

June 5th, 2026 - August 7th, 20267pm-10pm

Fort Payne

The Adventure Begins
EVery First Friday of June, July & August.


 Come out for an epic evening of swimming, music and fun. Congo Falls will be lit up with lights for a safe fun environment. There will be a splash deck for extra fun and enjoyment. Reservations are Required.  Limit of 40 People per Night Swim. 
$25.00/Per Person

Private Groups of 20 or more have the option to requested specific dates to reserve a Night Swim for your group. 

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    Congo Falls Park
    • 4220 County Road 275
    • Fort Payne, AL 35967
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    Directions

    Google Congo Falls Park for the best directions. For extra help call the office (256)-996-0562

    Region

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

    Fees

    $25/Per Person

    Payments Accepted

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    Where to Stay

    Mountain View Motel

    Not provided

    Holiday Inn Express & Suites

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    Days Inn

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    Econo Lodge

    Book a room at the Econo Lodge hotel in Fort Payne, AL

    Hampton Inn Fort Payne

    Discover everything during your stay at our Hampton Inn Fort Payne hotel.

    DeSoto State Park Lodge

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

    T.A.S. Lodging

    We have several renovated rental cabins located just a few minutes from Little River Canyon.

    Wills Creek RV Park

    New! Cabin rental, one bedroom, full bath, living room, kitchen & dining area. $75 nightly.

    Great Buck Lodge

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    Where to Eat

    DeSoto State Park's Mountain Inn Restaurant

    Full breakfast, sandwiches for lunch and value-priced fine dining for dinner, including seafood and steaks.

    The Spot Coffee Shop

    Serving Fair Trade Organic Coffee, Frozen blended drinks, Blue Bell Ice Cream, Panini Sandwiches, Pizza, Pastries and Desserts. Free wifi, art gallery Come check out The Spot!

    Vintage 1889

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

    Fort Payne Depot Museum

    Richardsonian Romanesque architecture, arched windows, heavy stone facade. Many Native American artifacts, as well as 1800-1900 farm equipment, photographs, historical items, railroad memorabilia and dioramas.

    Boom Town Maker's Market

    Boom Town Makers Market aims to give local makers an affordable & fun place to sell their wares, give shoppers an amazing experience, and allow visitors to discover incredible handmade treasures.

    DeSoto Golf Course

    Visit website for information

    The Hosiery Museum

    Located next door to Hunt Hall, the museum houses exhibits from the industry’s beginnings through its zenith when Fort Payne was “The Sock Capital of the World”. Recently acquired by Landmarks of DeKalb County from the Hosiery Association, visitors c...

    Wishing Well, The

    Offering variety of unique gifts, home furnishings, ladies and children's clothing, china, crystal, and flatware. Bridal and baby registry.

    Mountain Town Mercantile

    Mountain Town Mercantile features t-shirts, locally created goods and more!

    Sallie Howard Memorial Baptist Chapel

    Built 1937 by Col. Milford Wriarson Howard, assisted by Civilian Conservation Corps. Constructed around huge boulder of mountain rock. Picnic tables, shelter. Landscaped, paved walkway.

    Alabama Band Statues

    Bronze statues of Randy Owen, Teddy Gentry, Jeff Cook and Mark Herndon are displayed at the Fort Payne City Park. Daylight hours only. Gault Avenue and 5th Street North

    Congo Falls Park

    Congo Falls Park was officially opened to the public May 1st 2021 and requires an advance permit to access. We are working hard to save our lands while creating a fun, safe environment to bring your whole family to enjoy.
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