Matthew Capps

State

Alabama State Parks Foundation hosts inaugural golf tournament

The event raised $42,500 at Oak Mountain State Park, marking a successful first fundraiser to support improvements and programming across Alabama’s park system.

April 24, 2026

Lake Lurleen State Park celebrates reopening and complete renovation

The overhaul added upgraded campsites, bathhouses, roads and lake access, marking the first completed project in Alabama’s broader state parks investment.

April 20, 2026

Accessible playground opens at Joe Wheeler State Park

A ribbon-cutting marked the debut of an accessible playground at Joe Wheeler State Park, adding an inclusive family attraction backed by major private donations.

April 14, 2026

New glamping tents added at Oak Mountain State Park

Alabama State Parks expanded its popular glamping experience to Oak Mountain State Park, allowing travelers to enjoy nature without giving up comfort.

April 1, 2026

Alabama State Parks launches new Junior Ranger Program

State officials and conservation leaders launched a program Tuesday designed to inspire young adventurers and cultivate a lifelong love for the outdoors.

March 4, 2026