The newly opened Bethel Spring Nature Preserve features an impressive waterfall at the end of an enjoyable, shaded hike east of Huntsville. At a Glance0.4 mi round trip Nice View Great for Kids Great for DogsLocation: Near Gurley in Bethel Spring Nature Preserve Alabama (maps & directions)Gear: Our favorite snacks and camera gear Gallery: Check out the pictures here Bethel … Read More
Hike to East Bee Branch Fall and Big Tree: Trip Guide
Big Tree in the Sipsey Wilderness is the largest known tree in the state at 150′ tall and 26.8′ circumference at breast height. Plus, it’s got a waterfall right behind it! East Bee Branch Falls and the Big Tree are located several miles from any trailhead. The most popular trail starts at the Thompson Creek Trailhead and follows it south … Read More
Lost Falls in DeSoto State Park
Lost Falls is situated in DeSoto State Park, home of many great views and several waterfalls. Trails are each marked with a color so you won’t get lost on your way. Lost Falls is situated in DeSoto State Park, home of many great views and several waterfalls. Trails are each marked with a color so you won’t get lost on … Read More
Trip Guide to Sougahoagdee Falls in Bankhead National Forest
Tucked into Bankhead National Forest, you’ll earn your trip to Sougahoagdee Falls with a 4.5 mile hike, but you do get to see several smaller falls on the way in to break up the trek. Most trips into Soagahoagdee Falls follow Brushy Creek in north of the bridge on Hickory Grove road. Plan for creek crossings, deadfall, and some difficult … Read More
A Guide to Wilson Dam Waterfall Near Muscle Shoals
While Wilson Dam Waterfall’s name can be a bit misleading, the dam is actually on a small tributary creek at it tumbles down into the Tennessee River. The name only indicates the proximity to Wilson Dam. Thanks to Derek Blakely for the great photo above. Check out his services at https://www.facebook.com/derekblakelyphotography/. Wilson Dam Waterfall is located near Muscle Shoals just … Read More
Larkwood Falls
Larkwood Falls is just off of 65 between Birmingham and Decatur and is a product of the overflow of Lake Catoma. Larkwood Falls is situated in a subdivision off of Lake Catoma. While relatively easy to get to near Culman, there isn’t much parking. The biggest thing to consider when visiting is insuring that the lake is high enough to … Read More
Thompson Falls Alabama
Thompson Falls in Alabama is a series of three cascading waterfalls just a few minutes from Lake Guntersville and Arab, Alabama. Visit after a heavy rain for the best pictures as this little creek is quite seasonal. Update: The current owners do not welcome visitors, see the comments for the latest updates. At a Glance0.4 mi round trip Nice View … Read More
A Guide to Little Ugly Creek Falls in the Sipsey Wilderness
Little Ugly Creek Falls is just above Deer Skull Falls in the Sipsey Wilderness area and is a fitting destination on a hike into the wilderness in this magical part of Alabama’s Bankhead National Forest. Little Ugly Creek Falls is just a few hundred yards upstream of Deer Skull Falls. To get there, you can climb up the side of … Read More
Caney Creek Falls Trip Guide and Pictures – Bankhead National Forest
Caney Creek Falls and Upper Caney Creek Falls in particular are thought by many to be the most beautiful waterfall trip in Alabama. It’s a bit of a hike in, and the hike out of the ampitheater can be hard on the way out, but it’s doable for larger kids and dogs. Just use some caution on the descent into … Read More
Cold Water Falls
While Cold Water Falls is a man-made attraction, the tiered falls serve as a nice backdrop to an afternoon in the park. mi round trip Nice View Not for Kids Not for DogsLocation: Near Hard to say… in Alabama (maps & directions)Gear: Our favorite snacks and camera gear Gallery: Check out the pictures here Spring Park in Tuscumbia offers amenities … Read More
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