See Some Of The Best And Most Colorful Foliage In Alabama While Exploring These 7 Trails This Fall
There’s no denying that Alabama is a wonderful hiking destination. In fact, the Yellowhammer State is filled with numerous trails that are perfect for hiking year-round, especially during the fall season. Listed below are seven trails that are surrounded by some of the best and most colorful fall foliage, and you’ll want to explore them all.
Take a look:
1. Talmadge Butler Boardwalk Trail - DeSoto State park
The Talmadge Butler Boardwalk Trail is located at DeSoto State Park in Fort Payne, Alabama. This 1,000-foot trail is perfect for hikers with all abilities, and because of its colorful foliage, it's one of the best trails to hike during the fall season.
2. Peavine Falls via Green and White Trail Loop - Oak Mountain State Park
The Peavine Falls via Green and White Trail Loop is a 1.6-mile loop trail that's located inside Oak Mountain State Park near Pelham, Alabama. It's accessible year-round and features a beautiful waterfall.
The Doug Ghee Accessible Trail, which is often referred to as the Bald Rock Boardwalk Trail, is a 0.6-mile out and back trail that's located in Cheaha State Park near Heflin, Alabama. This popular trail offers some of Alabama's best scenic views.
4. Kinlock Falls Trail - William B. Bankhead National Forest
The Kinlock Falls Trail is a 0.3-mile loop trail that features a waterfall and is located within North Alabama's William B. Bankhead National Forest. This short and easy trail is the perfect hiking destination for all skill levels, and it's also accessible year-round.
The Point Rock Trail, which is a 2.3-mile out and back trail that's nestled within Buck's Pocket State Park in Groveoak, Alabama, is a great trail to hike year-round, especially during the fall season. Nothing compares to its colorful foliage this time of year.
6. Chinnabee Silent Trail - Talladega National Forest
The Chinnabee Silent Trail is a 7.3-mile out and back trail that's tucked away inside the Talladega National Forest near Lineville, Alabama. Even though it's the longest of the seven trails listed, it's most certainly worth exploring, especially during the fall season when the colors are bright and bold.
The Pulpit Rock Trail is a 0.6-mile out and back trail that's tucked away inside Cheaha State Park near Heflin, Alabama. This short and easy trail is surrounded by colorful foliage during the fall season, and it also offers an incredible view that lets you see even more beautiful colors.
Have you ever explored any of these seven Alabama trails during the fall season? If so, what did you think about its colorful foliage? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments.
Jennifer is the Alabama staff writer for Only In Your State and has nearly 15 years of professional writing experience. She enjoys discovering new places and currently calls North Alabama home.
