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PARCA issues analysis of state parks primary amendment

The amendment proposes borrowing $85 million to fund repairs and upgrades to Alabama's 21 state parks.

May 20, 2022

Opinion

Vote “yes” on the state parks amendment

We believe this is the perfect time to modernize and enhance the State Parks System.

Chris Blankenship

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May 19, 2022

Lake Guntersville Park now boasts roads made with recycled scrap tires

The repaving was paid for in part by a $829,080 grant from ADEM to Alabama State Parks.

April 19, 2022

Nominations open for Alabama State Parks sixth annual Eagle Awards

Nominations for the sixth annual Eagle Awards are open online.

December 7, 2021

Alabama State Parks provided safe haven for Alabamians during 2020

State officials kept the parks open as a safe recreational option during the COVID-19 pandemic.

January 29, 2021

Opinion

Alabama State Parks are a safe oasis during COVID-19 pandemic

Alabama State Parks have long served as Alabama’s backyard. That’s been more evident than ever in recent months, as Alabama’s 21 state parks remained open thanks to the wisdom of Gov. Kay Ivey, Conservation Commissioner Chris Blankenship and other state leaders. The number of day-use and camping visitors soared this summer, drawn by the variety … Continued

Dan Hendricks

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August 25, 2020

Department of Conservation says most state parks will stay open

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources said last week that most of their outdoor facilities remain open for recreation. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, ADCNR has made a number of temporary changes to its business operations for the safety of its employees and the general public. The changes will be in effect … Continued

Brandon Moseley

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March 23, 2020

There will be a prescribed burn planned today at Gulf State Park

If you planned to do some hiking on that nature trails at Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores today, be aware that the park system has planned a prescribed burn there today as part of a forest management plan associated with longleaf pine restoration, fuel reduction and invasive species control. The planned burn will take … Continued

Brandon Moseley

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December 31, 2019

Eagle Cottages at Gulf State Park receives recognition from National Geographic

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced Thursday that Eagle Cottages at Gulf State Park is the newest member of National Geographic’s Unique Lodges of the World Program. Eagle Cottages is the seventh in the U.S. to be so recognized. There are only 55 lodges in the program worldwide. The National Geographic Unique … Continued

Brandon Moseley

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June 14, 2019