The 8 Best Places In Alabama To Experience Beautiful Autumn Colors
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Jennifer Young
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One of the greatest things about Alabama this time of year is its colorful foliage. Listed below are eight places throughout the state where you’ll experience beautiful autumn colors. For the ultimate fall experience, you’ll want to visit them all.
Little River Canyon National Preserve is located atop Lookout Mountain in Fort Payne, Alabama. Even though it's beautiful year-round, the preserve's colorful foliage makes it extra special during the fall season. Don't forget to add it to your fall bucket list.
Oak Mountain State Park is located in Pelham, Alabama. Covering nearly 10,000 acres, this beautiful state park is also the largest. It's also covered with the most colorful foliage this time of year.
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The Madison County Nature Trail, which covers 72 acres, is a beautiful park that's great for the entire family. From strolling across a covered bridge to taking a walk around a lake, there are several activities you can do while visiting this North Alabama attraction.
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Palisades Park covers 145 acres and is located atop Ebell Mountain in Oneonta, Alabama. It offers the most scenic, colorful views, and visitors are able to see for miles.
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Cheaha State Park is located in Delta, Alabama and is the state's oldest continuously operating state park (est. 1933). Because this state park is perched atop Cheaha Mountain, Alabama's highest natural point, visitors will experience the most breathtaking views.
High Falls Park is located in the tiny Alabama town of Grove Oak. Its two main features are High Falls, a 35-foot waterfall, and a pedestrian bridge. Over the years, this beautiful waterfall has become a popular swimming spot among the locals.
Because Blount County is home to three of Alabama's 13 covered bridges, it's often referred to as the Covered Bridge Capital of Alabama. Pictured is the Easley Covered Bridge, which is one of the most beautiful covered bridges to visit during Alabama's fall season.
Monte Sano State Park is located atop Monte Sano Mountain in Huntsville, Alabama. Covering more than 2,000 acres, this scenic park is perfect for spending a fall day. Because it offers cabins and campsites, it's also a great place for a weekend getaway.
Where in Alabama do you plan to experience autumn’s beautiful fall colors? Let us know in the comments below.
For more information about Little River Canyon National Preserve, including why it’s a must-visit this fall season, click here.
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Little River Wildlife Management Area, 4322 Little River Trail #100, Fort Payne, AL 35967, USA
Oak Mountain State Park, 200 Terrace Dr, Pelham, AL 35124, USA
Cheaha State Park, 19644 AL-281, Delta, AL 36258, USA
Palisades Park, 1225 Palisades Pkwy, Oneonta, AL 35121, USA
High Falls Park, 969 Co Rd 144, Grove Oak, AL 35975, USA
Madison County Nature Trail, 5000 Nature Trail Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35803, USA
Blount County, AL, USA
Monte Sano State Park, 5105 SE Nolen Ave, Huntsville, AL 35801, USA