Cheaha Mountain
Mountain Alabama's highest natural point and state park summit
Highest point in Alabama, located in Cheaha State Park; hikers use rocky trails, a paved scenic drive and overlooks across Talladega National Forest.
Cheaha Mountain (Cheaha Peak) is the highest natural point in Alabama at 2,407 feet (734 meters), located within Cheaha State Park and the Talladega National Forest.
The state park and many of the stone structures at the summit date to New Deal-era development in the 1930s; the summit and surrounding lands have since been managed for recreation and conservation.
Cheaha stands within the Talladega Mountains in eastern Alabama and is protected as part of Cheaha State Park and the Talladega National Forest.
- Elevation: 2,407 ft (734 m); the highest natural point in the state of Alabama.
- Best times to visit: Park facilities and scenic overlooks are accessible by road; early mornings and fall foliage season are particularly popular for views and hiking.
What to See #
- Bunker Tower: A stone observation tower and summit structure that provides 360-degree views and serves as the park's high-point landmark.
- Pinhoti Trail access: Sections of the Pinhoti Trail that run through the state park and provide multi-day hiking access across the Talladega range.
How to Get to Cheaha Mountain #
Cheaha State Park is reached from AL-281; the summit and visitor facilities are signposted and a short drive from Talladega and Sylacauga. The park visitor center at the summit provides maps, trailheads and parking.
Tips for Visiting Cheaha Mountain #
- Arrive early to enjoy the summit views before midday winds pick up - the outlook extends across the Talladega National Forest.
- If driving, park at the Cheaha State Park visitor center - the highway approach is well-signed from AL-281.
- Camping and cabin options in Cheaha State Park are useful for multi-day hikes and sunrise photography sessions.
Best Time to Visit Cheaha Mountain #
Spring and fall offer the most comfortable weather and best viewing conditions at Cheaha Mountain; summer can be hot and humid, winter cold and occasionally icy.
Weather & Climate near Cheaha Mountain #
Cheaha Mountain's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -1°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1577 mm/year), wettest in March.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm).
Comfort
Weather
February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm).
Comfort
Weather
March
March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (182 mm).
Comfort
Weather
April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm).
Comfort
Weather
May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Significant rainfall (130 mm).
Comfort
Weather
June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm).
Comfort
Weather
July
July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm).
Comfort
Weather
August
August is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).
Comfort
Weather
September
September is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm).
Comfort
Weather
October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).
Comfort
Weather
November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm).
Comfort
Weather
December
December is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (144 mm).
_side).JPG?width=600)
