Jacksonville State University Little River Canyon Center
Federal / Recreation.gov
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The Jacksonville State University Little River Canyon Center is located adjacent to Little River Canyon National Preserve. National Park Service staff and Volunteers and Jacksonville State University staff will greet you and help you plan your visit. Amenities include: Information desk, restrooms, movie, gift shop, trails, and picnic tables. Hours are 10 AM - 4 PM Central Standard Time. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day.
Location
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34.39892, -85.63392
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Trip-ready check
Live · National Weather Service · updated 7:15 AMWhat to check the night before you leave — forecast, alerts, and daylight for Fort Payne, AL.
Today
91°F
Sunny
1% rain · wind 0 to 5 mph
Tonight
69°F
Mostly Clear
wind 0 mph
Friday
89°F
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
46% rain · wind 0 to 5 mph
Friday Night
69°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
56% rain · wind 0 to 5 mph
Saturday
85°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
92% rain · wind 0 to 5 mph
Saturday Night
67°F
Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
92% rain · wind 0 mph
Forecast: weather.gov point forecast. Conditions change — re-check the morning you leave.
Everything you need to know
- Drive time (set your own plan)
- Not estimated for this listing — map it from your home
- Access
- See details
- Hike-in
- Confirm on site / map
- Pass required
- Check the facility page (day-use fees vary; many federal sites are free)
- Parking
- See facility details
- Camping
- No camping here (visitor center) — camp nearby
- Max stay
- Check local rules
- Reservation
- None for day use
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