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Little River Canyon National Preserve
Little River Falls
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Little River Falls is located off Highway 35 next to the bridge in Gaylesville, Alabama (the bridge is the boundary between Gaylesville and Fort Payne).
This is the first stop to make on your scenic tour of the park entering from the north. The formation of Little River Canyon begins here with the 45-foot waterfall.
A paved semi-steep trail leads to an overlook of the falls.
The amount of water going over the falls depends on the amount of rainfall. In the winter and early spring the water level is high. Kayakers love this time of year because they can kayak the river. The water level is low in the summer and fall. No matter the season; Little River Falls is a very beautiful place to visit.
There are picnic tables and grills located in a shaded area next to the parking lot.
Restrooms (no running water) are located at the end of the parking lot.
There is a 50-car paved parking lot. You can park across the street in the excess parking lot if this lot is full.
This area is closed after dark. No parking is allowed when the park is closed. Camping is not allowed in this area.
There is no charge for this area.
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Did You Know?
Kayakers and whitewater canoers can expect to encounter Class III to a Class VI (expert level) rapids at Little River Canyon National Preserve.
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Last Updated: July 24, 2006 at 09:38 EST |