From beautiful beaches, majestic mountains, and gorgeous lakes to magnificent waterfalls, Alabama is home to some of the most breathtaking scenery in the United States. If you love coming across breathtaking scenery, be sure to check out these 10 adorable small towns in Alabama! What are your all-time favorite things to do in Alabama when you’ve got the time? Let us know!

1. Gulf Shores/Orange Beach
Orange beach, Alabama, 620 W Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
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When it comes to beautiful scenery, it's hard to compete with Alabama's Gulf Coast beaches. The gorgeous white-sand beaches keep families coming back year after year.
2. Mentone
Mentone, AL, USA
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Mentone is a small charming town in DeKalb County. DeSoto Falls, a beautiful 104-foot waterfall, and the Little River Canyon National Preserve are two of the most scenic spots in Mentone. Come see why Mentone is the perfect day trip destination in Alabama.

The town of Mentone is amazing no matter when you decide to show up. Check out this amazing drone footage of Mentone in all its wintery goodness:
3. Delta
Delta, AL 36258, USA
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To experience Alabama's most scenic view, visiting the town of Delta is a must. Delta is home to Cheaha State Park, which encompasses Mt. Cheaha - also known as the highest point in Alabama!
4. Gadsden
Gadsden, AL, USA
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Gadsden is located on the Coosa River (pictured above,) nearly 60 miles northeast of Birmingham. It's also home to Noccalula Falls, (also pictured above.)
5. Birmingham
Birmingham, AL, USA
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There are many scenic spots in Birmingham, but there's something incredibly beautiful about Birmingham Botanical Gardens. With 67.5 acres of unique gardens, outdoor sculptures, and serene paths, it's not surprising that more than 350,000 people visit yearly.

Take a drive in the front seat around Birmingham in this fun and informative video:
6. Huntsville
Huntsville, AL, USA
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Located in downtown Huntsville, Alabama is Big Spring Park. Big Spring Park is one of the most beautiful areas in Huntsville.
7. Double Springs
Double Springs, AL 35553, USA
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The Sipsey Wilderness is one of the most popular hiking and backpacking areas in Alabama. It features beautiful waterfalls, forested canyons, and numerous sandstone formations.
8. Guntersville
Guntersville, AL, USA
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The most beautiful area in Guntersville is, without a doubt, Lake Guntersville, Alabama's largest lake.
9. Mobile
Mobile, AL, USA
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Mobile is Alabama's only saltwater port, and it's also home to quite a few scenic spots. Two of these scenic spots include Oak Alley and Japanese Garden, both pictured above.
10. Phil Campbell
Phil Campbell, AL 35581, USA
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Dismals Canyon is a breathtaking oasis located in northwest Alabama. The rich diversity of plant life and beautiful waterfalls is what makes this canyon one of the most beautiful in the state.

Explore the majesty of Dismals Canyon in hi-def right from your couch:

What are some of your favorite scenic spots and things to do in Alabama? Where are your favorite small towns in Alabama? Let us know!

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Things To Do In Alabama

Tori Jane | March 24, 2023
  1. What are some fun things to do in Alabama? 

Alabama is one of those amazing states that doesn’t seem to get enough attention for its shenanigans if you ask us. There are lots of fun things to do in Alabama, like:  

  • Wilderness Park – This amazing little slice of Heaven is home to an epic bamboo forest! It’s not every day you get to check those out in this little state.  
  • The North Alabama Natural Bridge – This gorgeous natural stone arch “bridge” is 148 amazing feet long and very photogenic.  
  • Orr Park – Check out the bizarre and unique art installation along Tinglewood Trail in this delightful little city park.  
  • Stonehenge – Okay, not literally Stonehenge, but it is a perfect to-scale replica of the bizarre site.  

 

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  1. Where are the most beautiful places in Alabama?

Of course, Alabama isn’t without its absolutely breathtaking nooks and crannies, either. It’s easily one of the most beautiful states in the US, we think, and some of the most amazingly beautiful places in Alabama include spots such as:  

  • Turkey Creek Nature Preserve – It's pretty much 500 acres of heaven on earth.  
  • Noccalula Falls – This absolutely incredible waterfall is found within a state park of the same name and it’s easily one of the most breathtakingly beautiful places in the USA.  
  • Dismals Canyon – If you’re a fan of all things shady and green, you’ll never want to leave this astonishing natural paradise.  

 

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  1. What destinations should be on everyone’s Alabama bucket list? 

So, you’re traveling to Alabama and you want to know what to do ASAP. Some definitive Alabama bucket-list items ought to be things including:  

  • Rattlesnake Saloon – A literal saloon built into a literal cave. What more could you ask for in a taste of adventure?  
  • DeSoto Caverns – This was quite literally the first cave to be discovered in the United States; it’s enormous and amazingly beautiful.  
  • The US Space and Rocket Center – We're pretty sure it doesn’t get more epic than this incredible museum.  

 

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