There are many unique places located throughout Alabama just waiting to be discovered. One place in particular is Cherokee Rock Village. In addition to being surrounded by lots of beautiful scenery, Cherokee Rock Village also has an incredible history. For more information, including why this unique place belongs on your bucket list, read on.

Cherokee Rock Village, which covers 200 acres and was established in 1974, is a public park that's located near Leesburg, Alabama.
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Overlooking Alabama's beautiful Weiss Lake, this unique park is situated atop the southern end of Lookout Mountain.
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Cherokee Rock Village's main feature is its massive sandstone boulders, which date back 300 million years. Some of these boulders are as tall as 200 feet.
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From 8000 BC to 1838, Cherokee Rock Village was the home to many Native Americans. It's also believed that these Native Americans used the prominent boulders as a ceremonial site.
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Today, the park's boulders attract rock climbers from near and far. As a matter of fact, Cherokee Rock Village is one of the premier rock climbing sites in the country.
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In addition to rock climbing, visitors of Cherokee Rock Village also have access to 14 miles of hiking, equestrian and mountain biking trails. Primitive camping is also available.
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Above all else, Cherokee Rock Village's incredible view is what makes the trip well worth it. After just one visit, you'll absolutely agree!
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Cherokee Rock Village is located at 2000 County Road 70, Leesburg, Alabama 35983. For more information, you can take a look at the park's website here.

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