You'll Fall In Love With Nature After Visiting These 9 Beautiful Places In Alabama
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Jennifer Young
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Alabama is home to several places that are filled with natural scenic beauty. From sprawling parks and nature preserves, to beautiful gardens and wildlife refuges, there are many places here in the Yellowhammer State that are perfect for anyone who loves the great outdoors. After visiting the nine beautiful places listed below, you’ll most certainly fall in love with nature.
Buck's Pocket State Park, which covers 2,000 acres, is located atop Sand Mountain and offers the most breathtaking views. It's the perfect place for fishing, boating, hiking and watching sunrises and sunsets. (393 CO RD 174)
The William B. Bankhead National Forest, which is located near Double Springs, covers 181,230 acres and is one of Alabama's four National Forests. It's a popular spot for hiking, hunting, horseback riding, fishing, canoeing and more. Because of its numerous waterfalls, the William B. Bankhead National Forest is known as the "Land of a Thousand Waterfalls."
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The Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge in located on Lake Eufaula and covers more than 11,000 acres. Established in 1964, this beautiful refuge's main purpose is to protect a variety of endangered and threatened wildlife species. More than 325,000 people visit the Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge each year. (367 AL-165)
Weathington Park covers 13 acres and overlooks the Tennessee River. It's located off the beaten path, but its spectacular view makes the journey worth it.
(6230 Tammy Little DR)
Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve covers approximately 700 acres and is located in rural Colbert County, Alabama. This privately owned nature preserve, which is open year-round, offers more than 15 miles of scenic hiking trails.
(251 Loop RD)
Delano Park, which was named after President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's mother, was established in 1887 and is one of the South's most beautiful parks. It features whimsical statues, colorful gardens, a playground and so much more. Delano Park is the perfect place to spend an afternoon with the entire family. (825 Gordon DR SE)
Meaher State Park is located on the northern edge of Mobile Bay and covers 1,327 acres. It offers wonderful fishing opportunities. For visitors who wish to stay overnight, Meaher State Park also offers a campground and two bayside cabins. (5200 Battleship PKWY)
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The Dothan Area Botanical Gardens covers 50 acres of gardens, nature trails, beautiful ponds and undeveloped, wooded landscape. It's open every day and admission is free. However, donations are always appreciated.
(5130 Headland AVE)
Little River Canyon National Preserve is located atop Lookout Mountain and is one of Alabama's most beautiful places. It offers a variety of recreational activities for all ages such as fishing, kayaking, hiking and camping. One of Little River Canyon National Preserve's main features is Little River Falls, which is one of the South's most scenic and accessible waterfalls. (4322 Little River TRL NE)
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