Oak Mountain State Park

Oak Mountain State Park, near Pelham, Alabama, is the largest state park in Alabama at nearly 10,000 acres, located just south of Birmingham. It has developed a reputation as one of the premier mountain-biking destinations in the region, with an extensive network of trails that has hosted regional and national competitive events. The park also includes several lakes, a demonstration farm, and a nature center. Its size and proximity to Birmingham make it one of the most heavily used parks in the Alabama system.