Paul Grist State Park
Also known as Paul M Grist State Park
- Status
- Status not postedDaily 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- Entrance fee
- See fee details
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Not stated — check with park
- Camping
- 11 campsites
- Official site
- alapark.com(334) 872-5846
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
In Dallas County, about 12 miles north of Selma, Paul Grist State Park covers about 990 acres.
Visitors come for horseback riding, boating, swimming, fishing, and picnicking. The official site lists about 20 miles of trails. Water access includes boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 11 campsites across 2 camping areas, including RV sites with full hookups and tent sites.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. | — |
| Daily | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. | — |
Official wording
Park Hours Monday-Sunday 7 a.m- 7 p.m Office Hours Monday-Sunday 8 a.m- 5 p.m
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Chicago).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Age 6 to 12 | $2 |
| Age 13 to 61 | $3 |
| Age 62 and over | $2 · senior |
Official wording
Park Admission fee •Age 6 to 12: $2 •Age 13 to 61: $3 •Age 62 and over: $2 Use the ADCNR Interactive Map to learn more about the Alabama State Parks.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Alabama State Parks reservations (reserve.alapark.com)
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camping Located on the 100-acre lake, the campground provides 11 RV sites with sewer and water, 30—and 50-amp services. A nearby bathhouse is ADA accessible and cleaned daily. For reservations call Paul Grist State Park office at 334-872-5846 (Office) or 334-412-0008 (Cell). | 11 | Located on the 100-acre lake, the campground provides 11 RV sites with sewer and water, 30—and 50-amp services.Showers | — |
| Campsites • April - October: $22 per night Monday - Thursday / $25 Friday - Saturday
• November - March - $22 per night | — | — |
Camping details from the park
Camping
Located on the 100-acre lake, the campground provides 11 RV sites with sewer and water, 30—and 50-amp services. A nearby bathhouse is ADA accessible and cleaned daily. For reservations call Paul Grist State Park office at 334-872-5846 (Office) or 334-412-0008 (Cell).
Campsites
- April - October: $22 per night Monday - Thursday / $25 Friday - Saturday
- November - March - $22 per night
Senior Citizen (62 and older)/100% Disabled - $18.56
- Weekly (Nov-Mar) - $126
- Monthly (Nov-Mar) - $350
Discounts may be available - contact the park for more information.
All rates subject to 4% lodging tax.
PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Discounts
All senior citizens (62+) and 100% disabled persons are eligible for a 10% discount on camping fees Sunday through Thursday nights from March 1st to October 31st with the exception of holiday weekends. A 15% discount on camping fees is offered from Sunday through Thursday nights from November 1st to the end of February with the exception of holiday weekends. Proof of age or disability is required. Discounts are not available in conjunction with group rates, special packages, or other discounts. Discounts are not valid on weekly or monthly rates, or on holiday weekends. Discounts must be mentioned prior to reservation completion.
For more information/reservations call Paul Grist State Park office at 334-872-5846 (Office) or 334-412-0008 (Cell).
(There will be a 3.00 convenience fee on all transaction)
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Tent Camping
Eleven modern campsites with 50-amp services overlook the lake, which is surrounded by southern pines and hardwoods. Primitive sites are also available for those who prefer tent camping. A bathhouse is located nearby that is ADA accessible.
Things to do
BoatingFishingPicnickingSwimmingHikingHorseback ridingCamping
Trails
Hiking Trails
Paul Grist State Park has approximately 15-20 miles of hiking trails that people can enjoy on a daily basis.
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic areas
Water
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
Camping
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Sewer hookups
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 1546 Grist Road Selma, AL 36701
AL - Nearest town
- Selma — about 12 mi north (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 32.5909, -87.0001
- Phone
- (334) 872-5846
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Alabama State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Alabama State Parks 'All Parks' list
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology