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This is largest national historic register site east of the Mississippi River - encompassing 3800 acres nestled beside the Tensaw River. This park is full of prehistoric Indian mounds. This is also the site of the last major battle of the Civil War that was fought here at Fort Blakeley and engaged nearly 26,000 soldiers. The park offers 15 miles of magnificent nature trails, bicycle and horse paths, and the South's most beautiful Ghost Town - 1814 City of Blakeley.

Location: 33707 Hwy 225, Spanish Fort Alabama 36527 Telephone 334-580-0005

Other Alabama State Parks nearby:
(Atmore) Claude D Kelly State Park
(Gulf Shores) Gulf Shores State Park
(Spanish Fort) Historic Blakely State Park

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