HORSE PENS 40
Parks • Weather • Amenities
November 21, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-21T22:00:00-06:00
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 expected. * WHERE...Blount, Calhoun, Cherokee, Clay, Cleburne, Etowah, Fayette, Lamar, Marion, Randolph, St. Clair, Talladega, Walker, and Winston Counties. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 6 PM CST this evening. For the Freeze Warning, from 3 AM to 8 AM CST Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Trees could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
SUMMARY
Horse Pens 40 is a popular outdoor recreation area located in Steele, Alabama. It is known for its unique rock formations, hiking trails, and boulder climbing opportunities. Some good reasons to visit Horse Pens 40 include its natural beauty, historical significance, and the chance to engage in outdoor activities such as hiking, rock climbing, and birdwatching. The area is home to several points of interest, including the Devil's Racetrack, Indian Footprints, and the "World Famous" Boulder. Interesting facts about Horse Pens 40 include its use as a Native American hunting ground, its role in the Civil War, and its designation as a National Natural Landmark. The best time of year to visit Horse Pens 40 is during the cooler months of fall and spring when outdoor activities are more comfortable.
