Cheaha Mountain, Alabama, became #10 high point today.  It was a drive up, but I had the opportunity to explore a variety of trails surrounding the mountain.  I spent about five hours hiking trails that ranged from an elevated boardwalk, a very steep rock climb, a rappelling cliff and a waterfall.  I met some very friendly people along the way.  I do have to say after some apprehension, that I was a little nervous traveling thru the state of Alabama.  But, even though the confederate flags were flying, I had a lot of people waving as I drove by and others who took the time to stop and say hello.  The weather was spectacular.  And the trails were challenging.  I think I hiked about eight miles today.

 There is an observation tower on the summit, but the true natural high point is a large rock to the left of the tower.  There is also a CCC museum and a monument dedicated to the Boy Scouts of America on the top of the mountain.  And there are a lot of very friendly people in the park as well.  Everyone took the time to say hello.  Fantastic!  I’m happy to say I get the chance to drive thru Alabama one more time on my way to the next high point in Mississippi!