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Keith Rogers

Great little hike for the family and as hard as you want it to be. This write up takes you the shortest route to the falls, but Oak Mountain State Park has an extensive trail system. You can definitely make this as hard as you'd like it to be. Fun falls to splash around in.

The approach is a bit awkward. It's more gravel road than forest trail. There's nothing nice about the trail. But, for our kids (13, 11, 9, 4 and 2), the falls we're worth the walk. Shallow cascades up top were fun to walk around in and cool off. The lower pool and the really cool shelf under neath the falls was awesome. Unfortunately, there was a good bit of trash left behind by other hikers. Hope to pack some of that out if we go back again soon. Overall, a fun outdoor excursion for a Birmingham family in the mood for some fun in the great outdoors together.