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Alabama

Easy hikes and walks in Alabama

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Exploring Alabama on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Alabama. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 10, 2025

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1. South Plateau Loop — Monte Sano State Park

5.62km

01:30

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. North Plateau Loop — Monte Sano State Park

2.96km

00:49

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Grace's Gap Overlook via Ishkooda Trail — Red Mountain Park

6.77km

01:51

100m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Vulcan Trail — Birmingham, Alabama

6.51km

01:41

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Shades Creek Greenway (aka, Lakeshore Trail) — Homewood, Alabama

6.97km

01:46

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Overlook Trail via Quarry Trail — Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

4.64km

01:17

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Peavine Falls Short Loop — Oak Mountain State Park

1.70km

00:30

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Smokerise & Sugar Tree Trails loop — Blevins Gap Nature Preserve

4.71km

01:23

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Pine Beach Trail — Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge

5.28km

01:20

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Veterans Park Trail loop — Hoover, Alabama

4.29km

01:07

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Alabama

1. South Plateau Loop — Monte Sano State Park

2. North Plateau Loop — Monte Sano State Park

3. Grace's Gap Overlook via Ishkooda Trail — Red Mountain Park

4. Vulcan Trail — Birmingham, Alabama

5. Shades Creek Greenway (aka, Lakeshore Trail) — Homewood, Alabama

6. Overlook Trail via Quarry Trail — Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve

7. Peavine Falls Short Loop — Oak Mountain State Park

8. Smokerise & Sugar Tree Trails loop — Blevins Gap Nature Preserve

9. Pine Beach Trail — Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge

10. Veterans Park Trail loop — Hoover, Alabama

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