Cheaha State Park

ALERT: Due to COVID-19 safety protocol, group gathering must maintain a 6' Social Distance between members. Redbud and Dogwood Pavilions are open for rental at 50% capacity (maximum 25 of people per pavilion). Please contact our Group Sales and Events Coordinator for updates: Shannon.Waters@dcnr.alabama.gov

Located at the top of Alabama' Highest Point, and surrounded by the Talladega National Forest, Cheaha State Park's Convention Facilities are the perfect place for your escape!

Cleburne Room

A stunning view, from the floor to ceiling window, is the perfect backdrop for a reception/social or business meeting (25 people maximum capacity). 

Al Alexander Activities Building

This facility is the perfect place for a convention, lecture, or wedding.  Small venue: seats approximately 30 guests. Restrooms are attached to the facility.

Picnic Pavilions

Located both on the mountain's top and near the Cheaha Lake  These open-air pavilions are popular for family reunions, birthday parties, informal business retreats, and casual weddings or receptions. The two stone pavilions are complimented by working fireplaces. For rental information email Shannon.Waters@dcnr.alabama.gov or call (256) 488-5885.

Bald Rock Group Lodge

Originally the park's hotel and restaurant; today the Bald Rock Lodge houses 12 rooms, sleeping up to 32 overnight guests, a full-service kitchen for catering, a small conference room with seating for 12 and a large conference/banquet hall with seating for over 100 persons. Available on the grounds, behind the Group Lodge is a rock patio and a small pavilion-type cooking area for BBQ's.

Cheaha State Park offers a selection of indoor or outdoor reception and ceremony locations.  We have packages or you may select per item site and menus to fit your budget. We hope all wedding parties will think of us when they set the date and Contact our Sales Department at 256.488.5885 or Shannon.Waters@dcnr.alabama.gov

A $4.75 transaction fee will be added at check-in.  This is a one-time fee for this facility.

To accompany the memories made on your wedding day, Cheaha State Park offers one of the most beautiful vistas in Alabama for a wedding day.  For the enjoyment of all park guests, weddings in the park are restricted to approved sites within Cheaha. Park trails, hotel rooms cabins, chalets, and campsites are not approved sites.

• Wedding Deck
• Cleburne Room
• Pavilions
• Beach Area
• Alexander Activities Building
• Bald Rock Group Lodge

Pavilion Rentals

Cheaha State Park offers four beautiful pavilions available for day-use rental. Consider one of our pavilions for birthday parties, weddings, family reunions, and more!

PERSON IN CHARGE MUST REGISTER AT OUR COUNTRY STORE ON ARRIVAL (BEFORE YOU USE PAVILION).

The 2 stone pavilions, Redbud & Laurel will be rented from 8 am-8 pm for $100.00/day, while the 2 wooden pavilions will be rented for $60.00/day.

The full amount is due when making your reservation.  Park admission is not included and can be prepaid. Please contact sales.

Contact our Sales Department for reservations and information Shannon.Waters@dcnr.alabama.gov or 256-488-5885

REDBUD PAVILION:

• Located at the top of the mountain along the picnic trail.
• Two fireplaces
• Picnic Tables
• Barbecue Grill
• Restrooms

DOGWOOD PAVILION:

• Located at the top of the mountain along the Picnic Trail
• Picnic Tables
• Barbecue Grill
• Handi-Cap Accessible
• Water Spicket
• Restroom Access

LAUREL PAVILION:

• Located at Cheaha Lake
• Fireplace
• Picnic Tables
• Barbecue Grill
• Walking distance to our lake and playground
• Restroom access during Summer and Fall Seasons
• A favorite for outdoor weddings on the side with the reception inside

AZALEA PAVILION:

• Located at Cheaha Lake
• Picnic tables
• Barbecue Grill
• Walking distance to our lake and playground
• Restroom access during the Summer and Fall Seasons

Day use fee is not included in a pavilion rental fee. 
$5.00 per person 
$2.00 for senior citizens  62 and older & children 6-11 
Children 5 and under free.