Name: Overlook Trail
Rating: 4.3

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Trails are open from dawn to dusk. There is a $3 per day use fee which can be paid online or at the trailhead.

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Climbing from Gray Fox Gap, this trail takes hikers to an outstanding view at the Cambrian Overlook of the park's largest quarry and an open view of the city. There is a second, smaller quarry in the area as well. Use caution around the cliff edges.

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4.3 from 3 votes

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4.3 from 3 votes

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#68

in Alabama

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Nov 12, 2016 near Irondale, AL

Nov 22, 2019 near Irondale, AL

Great place for sunsets and an overlook spot to relax.

Nov 12, 2016 near Irondale, AL

Nov 12, 2016 near Irondale, AL

Nov 12, 2016 near Irondale, AL

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Overlook Trail

“A short trail to a remarkable viewpoint. ”

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Point to Point

1,065' 325 m

1,040' 317 m

23' 7 m

25' 8 m

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