

Best for beginner divers, shore entry.
Blue Hole in Little River Canyon is a spring-fed freshwater site located upstream from Weiss Lake. This canyon environment features sandstone crevices that provide habitat for various temperate freshwater fish and aquatic vegetation. The site is accessible via shore entry and offers parking facilities for visitors. Snorkellers can observe the local freshwater ecosystem within the canyon walls. Conditions at this site are variable, and it is suitable for beginners looking to explore the natural features of the canyon. The site is recognised as a notable location for freshwater snorkelling in the region.
34.39460, -85.62480
On late spring and summer weekends, the parking lot often fills by 11:00 AM and park staff will close it until spaces become available.
Located on AL Highway 35, 1/4 mile east of Little River Falls. The water is no more than 20 feet from the parking lot.
Recorded at this site
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
The site supports a variety of temperate freshwater fish and aquatic vegetation typical of the region's habitat.
Yes, Blue Hole is considered suitable for beginner snorkellers.
Yes, access to the water is via shore entry.
Yes, Blue Hole is a designated snorkelling location with a rating of 4 out of 5.