Oak Mountain State Park is the largest of the 24 Alabama State Parks, encompassing approximately 9,000 acres of mountains, lakes and forest. Located adjacent to U.S. Interstate 65 within the city limits of Pelham in Shelby County. The diversity of recreational opportunities is the obvious strength of the park. The outdoor experience of Oak Mountain includes the opportunity for hiking, biking, equestrian trail riding, golfing, fishing, camping, canoeing, picnicking, wildlife viewing and general outdoor recreation. An 18-hole golf course, 141 campsites, 10 overnight cottages, more than 50 miles of forested trails, a demonstration farm, and riding stables provide ample reasons to visit Oak Mountain.