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Laurel Falls, Lost Falls Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 6 Google reviews · Running trail in Fort Payne, Alabama · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Laurel Falls, Lost Falls Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Laurel Falls, Lost Falls Trail
Peaceful trail to a small cascade; a short hike from the lower loop of the campground.
These trails provide a nice loop hike. Although not depicted in the trail maps the trails do connect at Lost Falls. The elevation change isn't difficult. However, trail terrain is a little rough. If you happen to hike near periods of rain the trails are slippery with lots of roots, rocks, and wooden bridge crossings.
Good hike. Trail is marked ok. Could be updated and repainted in a few places. I got off trail once. A few slick spots in late fall after rain. Roots and leaves. Good view of both falls.
It was nice and well kept. We didn't see any falls or running water but plenty of plants and flowers to see. Very pretty rock formations. It was a popular trail but not overrun.
Trail conditions & character
“If you happen to hike near periods of rain the trails are slippery with lots of roots, rocks, and wooden bridge crossings.”
“Peaceful trail to a small cascade; a short hike from the lower loop of the campground.”
Plan your run at Laurel Falls, Lost Falls Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
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