Nestled in the Southern Appalachian mountain range, this 15,288-acre preserve in northeast Alabama is home to the Little River Canyon, the deepest canyon in the state. The preserve has waterfalls, boulders, canyon rims, sandstone cliffs, and 26 miles of hiking trails. More than 147 bird species, 35 mammal species, and 40 fish species live here. These include the endangered blue shiner fish, black vultures, great blue herons, woodland voles, river otters, and green salamanders. Fishing, kayaking, and horseback riding are allowed in some parts of the park.…
