Just a short drive from the Auburn/Opelika area, Chewacla State Park offers plenty of Black Belt hiking trails and challenging mountain bike trails built by the Central Alabama Mountain Pedalers. Visitors on the trails will see unique rock formations, various native flowers and plants, and, depending on the day, squirrels, chipmunks, red fox, deer, and turkeys. The 696-acre park offers plenty of rest, relaxation, and recreation just a short drive from the Auburn-Opelika area. In addition to the popular trails, facilities include a 26-acre lake, swimming area, playground, a modern campground, cabins, and picnic areas with tables, grills, and shelters.