Little River Canyon National Preserve

Drive the canyon rim to overlooks and waterfalls, including Little River Falls and Grace's High Falls.

4322 Little River Canyon Trail NE · Fort Payne, AL

About Little River Canyon National Preserve

This 15,288-acre preserve protects the Little River, which flows along the top of Lookout Mountain and has carved one of the deepest canyons in the Southeast. A 23-mile rim parkway follows the western edge past overlooks where sandstone cliffs rise as much as 600 feet. You can stop at Little River Falls, look for 133-foot Grace's High Falls and Mushroom Rock, hike wooded trails and picnic. Only Canyon Mouth Park charges a per-vehicle entrance fee.

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