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Turkey Creek Falls
4.7 ★★★★★ 479 Google reviews · Running trail in Pinson, Alabama · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Turkey Creek Falls' 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.
Casual wilderness area featuring waterfalls, rocks, trails and creeks.
What runners say about Turkey Creek Falls
“But, very clean, well maintained, fantastic scenery for photos and always free to everyone.”
“The Turkey Creek Nature Preserve is beautiful with winding trails, fishing spots and a fun waterfall for cooling.”
“Peaceful and serene for Hiking, Rock climbing, swimming, enjoying waterfalls, or relaxing.”
Great place to visit nature. They have trails and beautiful access to the creek. Everything was extremely well kept when we visited. Please take note of the speed limit or you could be scolded :)
Peaceful and serene for Hiking, Rock climbing, swimming, enjoying waterfalls, or relaxing. I absolutely love the fact I can take my pup. Donations accepted at the gate, instead of a fee. Cash only.
*Do not bring alcohol in your cooler* They’ll send you home. Other than that - beautiful place to spend an afternoon. Plenty of options when it comes to areas to enjoy, if one area is too crowded just walk down till you find another spot - plenty of river to go around.
My family and I had so much fun at turkey creek falls, everybody who goes there is super nice and the kids really enjoyed themselves. It's not a far walk and the water is clean and fresh. no mosquitoes! Our go to spot
Trail conditions & character
“The Turkey Creek Nature Preserve is beautiful with winding trails, fishing spots and a fun waterfall for cooling.”
“Falls are crowder and there’s very limited parking and you can get turned away, but other than that this creek is absolutely gorgeous”
“Peaceful and serene for Hiking, Rock climbing, swimming, enjoying waterfalls, or relaxing.”
Plan your run at Turkey Creek Falls
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websiteturkeycreeknp.com
- Phone(205) 680-4116
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5:30 AM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5:30 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–12:30 AM |
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