Palisades Park — Attraction in Alabama

I have to start by saying that the office assistant was a joy and seemed to truly enjoy his job! That being said, I was there with a group to rock climb. Although there weren't many set climbs, it was fun. There was a 5.7ish and a 5.11cish (I don't know the official ratings) within a few yards of each other. It was nice and easy to be able to warm up on the one and then move it to the more difficult route. There is also a fire tower there that enables you to see five counties! While there, one of the large cabins was being rented for a wedding and the other for a baby shower. There were children playing on the playground and people taking walks some with dogs and others with their special person in nature. Several stopped to watch us climb. It was a beautiful day at a...

A walk in the woods is a great way to find peace and relaxation. We found a great way to enjoy the outdoors and escape the unbearable Alabama daytime heat. Walk the trails of Palisades Park at twilight. The park is open until 9pm this time of year. We will get there around 7:30 and there is enough light to see the trail fairly well. I would suggest to become familiar with the paths by walking them in daylight first. What is fun is to try to be as quiet as possible and watch and listen to the night forest come alive. If your lucky you will hear the foxxes start calling to each other, which is a little eerie, and the deer snort and pond their hoofs. The fireflies really know how to put on a show also. Fear not and enjoy...

Palisades Park is a 145 acre county park in Blount County, AL and located in the foothills of the Southern Appalachians atop of Ebell Mountain. The park offers scenic views, day use lodges, pavilions, rock climbing, hiking trails, picnicking, playgrounds, pioneer buildings, and a 100ft. fire tower. EVENTS: Bluegrass, gospel, & ole time country music open jam held first Thursday of each month. The Blount County Quilters Guild hosts their annual quilt show in October. The cottage is also open on Tuesday, Thursday and 2nd & 4th Saturday. December is a fun time to visit the park to see the beautiful Christmas displays and lights. You can drive through or park and walk. Don’t forget to get your picture made...