The Alabama Trail That Leads To A Stairway Waterfall Is Heaven On Earth
Chewacla State Park in Alabama features the unique and beautiful Chewacla Falls, accessible via a scenic 2.5-mile hiking trail.
Who doesn’t love waterfalls? If you’re one of the many people who do, you’re in luck because Alabama has plenty of them. While some of the waterfalls are natural, many others are man-made. An Alabama waterfall that’s as unique as it is beautiful is Chewacla Falls, which is located in Chewacla State Park. You’ll want to check out this state park and its stairway waterfall, for yourself. So, lace up those hiking boots and let’s trek the Chewacla State Park Trail. Be sure to download AllTrails+ for offline maps, trail conditions, and more.
Chewacla State Park, which covers only 696 acres, is located in Auburn, Alabama. Its main feature is 26-acre Lake Chewacla (pictured).
With that being said, Lake Chewacla isn't the only feature that attracts numerous people each year to Chewacla State Park. Another feature is Chewacla Falls, which can be reached via the Chewacla State Park Trail.
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This scenic trail is a 2.5-mile loop trail with a moderate level of difficulty rating, which means almost anyone can hike it. During your hike, you'll encounter everything from beautiful wildflowers to...
...large boulders. You might even come across some wildlife, so be sure to always stay aware of your surroundings.
It won't take long before you see Chewacla Falls in the distance. Formed by a dam, this is one of Alabama's most beautiful, little-known waterfalls.
The way the water flows over the rocks of this man-made waterfall in a stairway motion is truly breathtaking.
If you enjoy chasing waterfalls, the next time you're in the Auburn area, be sure to stop by Chewacla State Park and hike to Chewacla Falls. You'll love it!
For more information about Chewacla State Park, including hours and other activities offered, you can take a look at the Alabama State Parks website.
Take a look at this YouTube video by Alabama OUTSIDErs showing the roaring falls after a good rain.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cCwvoy_Ul8
Have you ever hiked to Chewacla Falls? If so, please share your experience with us in the comments below. Also, don’t forget to download AllTrails+ for your offline maps as well as for weather and trail conditions.
Following your hike, consider grabbing a bite to eat at Acre, one of Auburn's award-winning restaurants. For information about Acre, be sure to take a look at the following article: This Is The Best Restaurant In Alabama And You’ve Got To Try It.
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