Congo Falls Park

Congo Falls Park is located inside Congo Nature Preserve and borders Little River Canyon National Preserve in Cherokee County Alabama.

Congo Falls Park opened to the public May 1st 2021.

Congo Falls Park does require a permit to access the park, that must be obtained from the park office or online at least 12 hours in advance. 

Click Permits Below

Select the date and then the type pass you desire. Only one adult per permit, and up to 3 minors per adult. Standard permit cost is $7.50 per person.

Congo Falls Park
4220 County Road 275
Congo, Alabama 35967

Access for swimming, hiking, sightseeing, picnicking, or parking at Congo Falls Park requires a single use permit from May 1st to September 12th. (12 hours in advance)
Season permits are only available from September 13th to April 30.
Boater/Kayaker permits are also available at no charge but only from September 13th to April 30th and subject to approval.

Please consider helping us preserve this park by volunteering or making a donation.