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Entrance to Cahaba River Park
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Picnic pavilion with restrooms and an outdoor shower
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Trailhead at Cahaba River Park
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Trailhead at Cahaba River Park
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Parks rules are posted at parking areas.
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17 miles of trails have been built at the park.
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A view of the Cahaba River
Overview
The Cahaba River-Shelby County Park is a joint venture between the Alabama Forever Wild Land Trust and Shelby County with the County taking the lead on development and maintenance of outdoor amenities at the park. The Park includes 1,505 acres for more information please visit the Shelby County website https://shelbyal.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/Cahaba-River-Park-87.
It is comprised of dry oak and pine forest with recovering clearcuts of pine plantation and steep mesic slopes on the river banks.
This property has approximately 1 mile of frontage on the Cahaba River, and the Cahaba Shiner (Notropis cahabae) has been recorded from that stretch of the river.
There is no access for motorized vehicles across the river from the North Sector to the South Sector. There are several river miles of canoeing to be enjoyed or a great place to enjoy swimming or fishing when the water levels safely permit.
Hiking and Biking
The north sector features 17 miles of professionally designed and constructed trails for hiking, mountain biking and trail-running enthusiasts.
Location
See this tract on an interactive map.
Directions
From I65, take Exit 242 in Pelham. Take Hwy 52 W, County Road 52 and County Road 13 to 1885 River Road.
There are currently three parking areas, two pavilions with restroom and an outdoor shower.
2793 River Rd - Main Parking / Restrooms / Picnic Pavillion Google | Bing
2011 River Rd - Trailhead Parking - West Google | Bing
2105 River Rd - Trailhead Parking - East Google | Bing