Take These 8 Mountain Hikes In Alabama For An Unbelievable Outdoor Experience
Alabama is filled with a multitude of hiking trails that are perfect for most skill levels. Interestingly, some of the trails are located atop of the Yellowhammer State’s most majestic mountains, including the eight listed below. You’ll want to hike them all for an unbelievable outdoor experience.
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The (Doug Ghee) Bald Rock Boardwalk is an easy, 0.6-mile out and back trail that's located atop of Cheaha Mountain in Cheaha State Park. It offers one of Alabama's most breathtaking views. Click here for trail map.
Alabama's Lost Sink Trail is a 3.9-mile out and back trail that's tucked away inside Keel Mountain Preserve. It has a moderate rating of difficulty, and its main feature is a waterfall. Click here for trail map.
Alabama's Rainbow Mountain Loop Trail, which has a moderate rating of difficulty and is located within Alabama's Rainbow Mountain Nature Preserve, is a 1.5-mile loop trail that features massive rock outcroppings, beautiful wildflowers, and more. Click here for trail map.
The Walker Bynum Smith Mountain Tower Trail is an easy, 0.7-mile loop trail that offers an incredible view of Alabama's Lake Martin from an 80-ft fire tower. Click here for trail map.
Alabama's Pulpit Rock Trail, which is located atop of Cheaha Mountain in Cheaha State Park, is an easy, 0.6-mile out and back trail. Just like the (Doug Ghee) Bald Rock Boardwalk, this scenic trail also offers one of Alabama's most breathtaking views. Click here for trail map.
The Talmadge Butler Boardwalk Trail is an easy, 0.8-mile out and back trail that's located atop of Lookout Mountain in DeSoto State Park. It features beautiful wildflowers, a waterfall, and it's a great trail for hikers of all abilities. Click here for trail map.
Alabama's Point Rock Trail, which is located atop Sand Mountain in Buck's Pocket State Park, is a 2.3-mile out and back trail that features a waterfall and offers a wonderful view. This scenic trail also has a moderate rating of difficulty, so it's great for most skill levels. Click here for trail map.
Stone Cuts Trail is a 2.4-mile loop trail that's located atop Monte Sano Mountain in Monte Sano State Park. It has a moderate rating of difficulty and features massive boulders. Stone Cuts Trail is one of the Southeast's most unique hiking destinations. Click here for trail map.
Have you ever hiked any of these eight mountain trails in Alabama? If so, please share your experience(s) with us in the comments below. Also, share with us any other mountain trails that belong on this list.
For more information about Alabama’s Bald Rock Boardwalk, specifically its overlook, be sure to take a look at the following article: The Breathtaking Overlook In Alabama That Lets You See For Miles And Miles.
Address: Bald Rock, Alabama 36258, USA
Address: Keel Mountain, Alabama 35760, USA
Address: Rainbow Mountain, Madison, AL 35758, USA
Address: Jacksons' Gap, AL 36861, USA
Address: Pulpit Rock, Alabama 36258, USA
Address: 7104 Desoto Pkwy NE, Fort Payne, AL 35967, USA
Address: 393 Co Rd 174, Grove Oak, AL 35975, USA
Address: Stone Cuts Trail, Huntsville, AL 35801, USA
