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Site Cherokee Picnic Shelter — Whitten Park Picnic Shelters

Whitten Park Picnic Shelters · Alabama · Loop Whitten Park Picnic Shelters

Campsite Cherokee Picnic Shelter at Whitten Park Picnic Shelters in Alabama. GROUP SHELTER ELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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34.28957, -88.41584
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Whitten Park Picnic Shelters

Live forecast for the campground. Use it to pack and plan.

Avg High85°F
Avg Low69°F
Peak Rain Chance40%
Humidity77%
UV (avg)5
Air Quality43 · Good
Today
☁️
Overcast
92°/66°
🌬 11mph
↑ 6:48 AM ↓ 6:37 PM
Fri
☁️
Overcast
88°/72°
💧 5%🌬 9mph
↑ 6:48 AM ↓ 6:36 PM
Sat
⛈
Thunderstorm
86°/72°
💧 20%🌬 6mph
↑ 6:49 AM ↓ 6:34 PM
Sun
🌧
Rain Showers
76°/71°
💧 40%🌬 5mph
↑ 6:50 AM ↓ 6:33 PM
Mon
🌧
Heavy Drizzle
82°/64°
💧 2%🌬 10mph
↑ 6:51 AM ↓ 6:32 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    UPF sun shirt (long sleeve)
    Cooler than direct sun on bare skin.
  • 🩳
    Light shorts/skirt
    Loose-fit, breathable.
  • 🧢
    Wide-brimmed sun hat
    Plus a buff/bandana you can wet for cooling.
  • 🕶
    Polarized sunglasses
    Critical for glare from sun + sand/water.
  • ☔
    Rain jacket / shell
    40% chance of precipitation in the forecast.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection
    Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
  • 🛍
    Dry bags for electronics
    Phone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

Capacity & Rules

Pets Allowed
Yes

Site Features

Shade
Yes

How Site Cherokee Picnic Shelter Compares

  • One of 3 sites at Whitten Park Picnic Shelters — 1 of them in the Whitten Park Picnic Shelters loop.
  • ADA accessible — one of only 1 accessible sites at this campground.

Booking Tips for Site Cherokee Picnic Shelter

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: usually 1–3pm / usually 11am–noon
  • Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite Cherokee Picnic Shelter?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

What hookups does site Cherokee Picnic Shelter have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

Are pets allowed at site Cherokee Picnic Shelter?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

Is site Cherokee Picnic Shelter ADA accessible?

Yes — this site is marked as ADA accessible. Check Recreation.gov for specific accessibility features.