The Top 20 Attractions in Alabama
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Alabama. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Alabama is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: December 18, 2025
Peavine Falls
Highlight • Waterfall
Peavine Falls is nearly 65 feet tall and is the definite main attraction in Oak Mountain State Park. The Falls can be reached from a multitude of different trailheads, so …
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Treetop Nature Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Treetop Nature Trail offers an easy, family-friendly stroll through a serene woodland setting, featuring six enclosures housing rehabilitated raptors like owls, hawks, and vultures—each accompanied by informative displays about their stories and species
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North Trailhead – Oak Mountain State Park
Highlight • Trail
There are several trailheads in Oak Mountain State Park. The North Trailhead is one of the most popular trailheads with direct access to King's Chair Overlook.
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Fagan Creek Falls
Highlight • Waterfall
This waterfall is small, but pretty — a great destination for families. Heads up: The rock under and around the waterfall is limestone, which is extraordinarily slippery when wet.
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Noccalula Falls
Highlight • Waterfall
The way there is stony and steep. Also, you have to pay $ 6 for the park entrance. But you will be rewarded with a gigantic view
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Shelby Lakes Trail
Highlight • Trail
Great trail that runs next to Shelby Lakes. It is perfect for biking or walking and gives amazing views of the lake.
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Bald Rock Summit
Highlight • Summit
Bald Rock is the highest point in Alabama at 2,326 feet. It is primarily reached via the Doug Ghee Accessible Trail, an 1,520-foot elevated boardwalk that is handicap accessible. It …
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Turkey Creek Waterfall
Highlight • Waterfall
Turkey Creek Nature Preserve offers a real nature experience free of charge to all users. The trails are all well-maintained, well-marked, and easy to follow. There are informational signs, benches, …
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Chewacla Lake
Highlight • Lake
Chewacla Lake is a freshwater lake within the State Park of the same name in Alabama. It is surrounded by lush greenery and provides a picturesque setting for outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking and biking.
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Johnson Mountain Trail
Highlight • Trail
The trails here are really nice if you like tight singletrack. The trails are not too technical and pretty smooth. I recommend a mountain bike but you might be able …
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