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In 2022, Take These 12 Incredible Alabama Hikes, One For Each Month Of The Year

Alabama is well known for its amazing hiking opportunities. Trails of all lengths are located throughout the Yellowhammer State and are perfect for both beginner and advanced hikers. Listed below are 12 of the best hikes in Alabama, one for each month of 2022. You’ll want to explore them all!

1. Walls of Jericho Trail - Estillfork
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The Walls of Jericho Trail, one of the best hikes in Alabama, is a 6.4-mile out and back trail that features a beautiful waterfall. It has a difficult rating, but it's well worth the journey.
Walls of Jericho Trail, Alabama 35745, USA
2. Chinnabee Silent Trail - Cheaha Wilderness (Lineville)
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Alabama's Chinnabee Silent Trail is a 7.3-mile out and back trail that features a lake, waterfalls, and other beautiful features. Because it has a moderate rating, this trail is great for most skill levels and among the most kid-friendly hikes around Alabama.
Chinnabee Silent Trail Parking Lot, AL-281, Lineville, AL 36266, USA
3. Alum Hollow Trail - Green Mountain Nature Preserve (Huntsville)
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The Alum Hollow Trail at the Green Mountain Nature Preserve in Huntsville is a 2.2-mile out and back trail that features a waterfall. It has an easy rating, so it's great for all skill levels.
Land Trust of North Alabama: Green Mountain Nature Preserve Alum Hollow Trailhead, 13800 S Shawdee Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35803, USA
4. Rainbow Mountain Loop Trail - Rainbow Mountain Preserve (Madison)
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Alabama's Rainbow Mountain Loop Trail is a 1.5-mile loop trail that features wildflowers and several boulders. One of the most scenic hikes in Alabama, it has a moderate rating and is mostly used for hiking and nature trips.
Rainbow Mountain, Madison, AL 35758, USA
5. Sougahoagdee Falls - William B. Bankhead National Forest (Houston)
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Sougahoagdee Falls is a 4-mile out and back trail that features one of Alabama's most beautiful waterfalls. It has an easy rating, so it's great for all skill levels. This scenic trail is also mostly used for hiking and nature trips. If you're searching for "hiking trails near me," this one will definitely appear near the top of the list.
Sougahoagdee Falls Parking, Hickory Grove Rd, Houston, AL 35572, USA
6. Stone Cuts Trail - Monte Sano State Park (Brownsboro)
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Alabama's Stone Cuts Trail is a 2.4-mile loop trail that features beautiful wildflowers and massive boulders. Because it has a moderate rating, it's a great trail for most skill levels.
Stone Cuts Trail, Huntsville, AL 35801, USA
7. Peavine Falls via Green and White Trail Loop - Oak Mountain State Park (Pelham)
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Peavine Falls via the Green and White Trail Loop is an easy 2-mile loop trail that features one of Alabama's most popular waterfalls. One of the most kid-friendly hikes around Alabama, it attracts a lot of multigenerational family hikers.
Peavine Falls, Pelham, AL 35124, USA
8. Pulpit Rock Trail - Cheaha State Park (Heflin)
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Alabama's Pulpit Rock Trail is a 0.6-mile out-and-back trail that's located atop Cheaha Mountain, the state's highest natural point. It has an easy rating and offers one of Alabama's most breathtaking views. If you're looking for scenic hikes in Alabama, this is one of the prettiest.
Pulpit Rock, Alabama 36258, USA
9. Lost Sink Trail - Keel Mountain Preserve (Paint Rock)
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Lost Sink Trail is a 3.9-mile out and back trail with a moderate rating. It features a waterfall and is one of Alabama's true hidden gems.
Lost Sink Falls, 1455 McMullen Rd #1473, Gurley, AL 35748, USA
10. Walker Bynum Smith Mountain Tower Trail - Dadeville
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Alabama's Walker Bynum Smith Mountain Tower Trail is a 0.7-mile loop trail that leads to a 90-ft fire tower that offers a panoramic view of Lake Martin. This short trail is great for all skill levels and is mostly used for hiking and walking.
Smith Mountain Fire Tower, Jacksons' Gap, AL 36861, USA
11. Pine Beach Trail - Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge (Gulf Shores)
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The Pine Beach Trail is among the best hikes in Alabama. It is 3.5-miles out and back with an easy rating and features lots of wildlife. It is the perfect trail for anyone visiting Alabama's Gulf Coast, especially hikers who enjoy birdwatching.
12. (Doug Ghee) Bald Rock Boardwalk - Cheaha State Park (Delta)
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Alabama's Doug Ghee Bald Rock Boardwalk is a 0.6-mile out-and-back trail that's located atop Cheaha Mountain. Just like Pulpit Rock Trail, this boardwalk trail, which has an easy rating, offers one of Alabama's most breathtaking views and is one of the most popular kid-friendly hikes around Alabama.
Bald Rock, Alabama 36258, USA

Have you ever hiked any of these 12 Alabama trails? If so, we’d love to see your photos and have you share your experience(s) with us in the comments section below.

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What is a good state park for hiking?

Alabama has numerous beautiful state parks and all of them are great for hiking. If you’re in the Huntsville area, head on over to Monte Sano State Park. There are approximately 22 miles of scenic trails here, each offering its own level of difficulty so you’re sure to find something to suit everyone in your group. If coming from around Guntersville, Lake Guntersville State Park is amazing. Hiking and biking trails are plentiful throughout this almost 6,000-acre park, as well as a wealth of other outdoor recreational activities.

I’m looking for a fun Alabama road trip.

From waterfalls to great food, to fall foliage, you’re sure to find a fun road trip theme in "The Heart of Dixie." How about exploring some of the state’s picturesque small towns? Making a large loop encompassing over 800 miles, this road trip will take you to some of the prettiest parts of the state as well. Eufala, Greenville, and Mountain Brook are just a few of the towns you’ll enjoy along the way. If you want to complete the entire trail, plan to make a long weekend out of it, as there’s so much to see and do. 

Where is the U.S. Space & Rocket Center?

The U.S. Space & Rocket Center is located in Huntsville, and it is the biggest tourist attraction in the state. You could literally spend at least half a day here meandering through the massive exhibit halls, through the interactive gallery spaces, and around the spacious property. They also offer space camp programs for all ages, and you can climb into some of the space equipment to get a feel for what the astronauts experience. Their motto is pretty cool too: “Yes, it is Rocket Science.” You gotta love it!