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The One Hiking Trail In Alabama Everyone Should Add To Their Spring Bucket List

By Jennifer Young | Published April 05, 2018

Going on a scenic hike is one of the best ways to experience Alabama’s great outdoors. There are several amazing trails located throughout the Yellowhammer State that’ll bring you closer to nature, including the Sipsey River Trail. To learn why this scenic trail belongs on everyone’s spring bucket list, read on.

The Sipsey River Trail is located in the Sipsey Wilderness area of the Bankhead National Forest. The Sipsey Wilderness is one of Alabama's best hiking spots.

This moderately-rated trail is a little more than five miles long and gains an elevation of 200 feet. For a detailed map of the Sipsey River Trail, click here.

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The Sipsey River Trail, which is also known as Trail 209, follows the Sipsey River for its entire length. The trail also crosses the river at the end of the hike.

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From boulders and caves, to...

...waterfalls and creeks, you'll experience lots of natural scenic beauty while hiking the Sipsey River Trail. Many camping opportunities are also located along the trail.

If you're a fan of Alabama's great outdoors, don't forget to add the Sipsey River Trail to your spring bucket list. It might be a short trail, but it's still one of the most rewarding hikes you'll ever do.

Do you have a favorite hiking spot in Alabama? If so, please share it with us in the comments.

For a list of seven trails in Alabama that’ll lead you to unforgettable places, click here.

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