Posted in Alabama Nature February 24, 2021 by

The Gorgeous 5-Mile Hike In Alabama’s Bankhead National Forest That Will Lead You Past Waterfalls, Rock Formations, And Through A Cave

Alabama is one of the nation’s top hiking destinations. This comes as no surprise considering the Yellowhammer State has some of the best and most scenic trails around. One trail in particular that boasts a lot of beautiful natural scenery is the Borden Creek Hiking Trail, which is located in the William B. Bankhead National Forest (a.k.a. Bankhead National Forest). To learn all about the Bankhead National Forest and the Borden Creek Hiking Trail, take a look below.

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The Bankhead National Forest is a popular outdoor spot in North Alabama. Covering more than 181,000 acres, it's also one of the state's four National Forests.
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For anyone who enjoys hiking, the Bankhead National Forest is the ultimate destination. After all, it offers more than 90 miles of hiking trails, including the Borden Creek Hiking Trail.
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The Borden Creek Hiking Trail, which is nestled within the forest's Sipsey Wilderness area and follows alongside Borden Creek, is a 5-mile out-and-back trail with a moderate rating. It begins at the parking lot on the south end of the Sipsey Wilderness at Trailhead 200.
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Click here to view the full trail map.
While hiking along this trail, you'll pass by many beautiful waterfalls and encounter...
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...several rock formations of all different sizes. Some even have trees growing from them.
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The Borden Creek Hiking Trail's most popular feature, and rock formation, is the cave in which the creek flows through.
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This popular cave is known as "Fat Man's Squeeze," and hikers have so much fun squeezing through it.
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The next time you're craving a scenic hike, consider visiting North Alabama's Bankhead National Forest to explore its Borden Creek Hiking Trail. It's the perfect hiking destination for the entire family, and it's also a great place to include on a day trip if you love the outdoors.

Have you ever explored Alabama’s Borden Creek Hiking Trail? If so, please share your experience with us in the comments below.

Another trail in Alabama with lots of beautiful scenery is the Chinnabee Silent Trail. For information about this scenic trail, be sure to take a look at the following article: The Trail In Alabama That Will Lead You On An Adventure Like No Other.

Address: Borden Creek, Alabama 35650, USA
Address: 1070 AL-33, Double Springs, AL 35553, USA