Alabama State Parks

The Alabama State Parks Division operates and maintains 21 state parks encompassing approximately 48,000 acres of land and water in Alabama. The parks range from Gulf Coast beaches to the Appalachian Mountains providing opportunities and facilities from basic day-use activities to resort convention lodging, restaurant, and golfing areas. MISSION: To acquire and preserve natural areas; to develop, furnish, operate and maintain recreational facilities, and to extend the public’s knowledge of the state’s natural environment. GOALS: - To manage and operate the parks system in an economically sound and efficient manner on the most self-sustaining basis possible. - To provide and maintain high-quality facilities and services to meet the needs of visitors; to provide an opportunity for personal growth and development of individuals through outdoor experiences. - To promote the use of state parks facilities. - To preserve unique natural features and integrity of state parks for future generations. - To promote goodwill and enhance the public image of Alabama, and the Alabama State Parks through dedicated, courteous employees.