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Bald Rock Summit – Talladega Scenic Dive loop from Cheaha State Park

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United States
Alabama
Cleburne County

Bald Rock Summit – Talladega Scenic Dive loop from Cheaha State Park

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Bald Rock Summit – Talladega Scenic Dive loop from Cheaha State Park

02:29

8.29km

260m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

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4.66 km

Bald Rock Summit

Highlight • Summit

Bald Rock is the highest point in Alabama at 2,326 feet. It is primarily reached via the Doug Ghee Accessible Trail, an 1,520-foot elevated boardwalk that is handicap accessible. It …

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5.12 km

Boardwalk to Bald Rock

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The Bald Rock Boardwalk, also known as the Doug Ghee Boardwalk, is a wheelchair accessible board walk that leads to an overlook called Bald Rock. This is the highest natural point in Alabama.

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7.00 km

Cheaha Restaurant Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

This overlook is on the back patio of the bar/restaurant inside of Cheaha State Park. This overlook is accessible even when the facility is closed.

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7.16 km

Cheaha Express trail is marked with yellow blazes.

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7.19 km

Cheaha State Park, is a park where you can find the highest point (726m) in the state of Alabama. There are hiking, mountain bike trails and a campground

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7.20 km

Parking for hikers, entrance fee $5

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7.25 km

Walt Farr Native American Relic Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

8

7.65 km

Talladega Scenic Dive

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here, the Pinhoti trail crosses Talladega Scenic Drive, only half a mile from Cheaha State Park, with fantastic views, restrooms, cabins, and more.

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8.29 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.39 km

1.48 km

1.26 km

1.17 km

Surfaces

4.46 km

1.80 km

990 m

663 m

387 m

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Highest point (730 m)

Lowest point (530 m)

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Thursday 15 October

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