This Day Trip Will Take You To The Best Wine And Waterfalls In Alabama
Many adventures await us here in Alabama. Whether it’s exploring the state’s most scenic nature spots or trying its newest restaurants, there’s such a variety of fun things to do here in the Yellowhammer State. One of the best ways to experience several places in Alabama at once is to take a day trip.
Listed below, we’ve mapped a road trip that features some of Alabama’s best wine destinations and waterfalls. Because driving time is less than five hours, it makes for the perfect day trip. Wine and waterfalls? Yes, please!
Now, let’s get started:
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Your first stop will be DeSoto Falls. DeSoto Falls is located near the tiny town of Mentone and is one of Alabama's most-visited waterfalls. With a plunge of more than 100 feet, it's also one of the state's tallest natural attractions.
2. Jules J. Berta Vineyards & Winery — Albertville
Your next stop will be Jules J. Berta Vineyards & Winery. Jules J. Berta Vineyards & Winery, which is located atop Sand Mountain, is a family-owned business that was established in 2008. It offers more than 20 wines and was recently named "Winery of the Year" for the second year in a row. Jules J. Berta Vineyards & Winery is located at 1409 Darden Ave., Albertville, AL 35951. For further information, click here.
After a short drive, you'll arrive at Noccalula Falls. Noccalula Falls, which plunges approximately 90 feet into a ravine, is the main feature at Noccalula Falls Park in Gadsden. It's also one of Alabama's most-visited natural attractions.
You'll then drive southwest to Morgan Creek Vineyards. Morgan Creek Vineyards, which was founded nearly 20 years ago, offers delicious muscadine and fruit wines. This winery's tasting room provides the perfect atmosphere for guests to enjoy their wine. Morgan Creek Vineyards is located at 181 Morgan Creek Ln., Harpersville, AL 35078. For further information, click here.
After a short drive, you'll arrive at Ozan Winery & Vineyard. Ozan Winery & Vineyard was established in 2005 and is one of Alabama's top wine destinations. In addition to its delicious wines, this winery also offers its guests a wonderful tasting area, fantastic spots to view the vineyard, a distillery, and a train excursion. It also has a cafe that serves lunch daily. Ozan Winery & Vineyard is located at 173 Co Rd. 301, Calera, AL 35040. For further information, click here.
Your final stop will be Peavine Falls. Peavine Falls is located in Oak Mountain State Park. This 65-foot waterfall flows from the top of Oak Mountain and is one of Alabama's most beautiful hidden waterfalls.
Have you ever visited any of these wine destinations or waterfalls? If so, please share your experience(s) with us in the comments.
To experience more of Alabama’s amazing waterfalls, you’ll want to take this road trip.
Jennifer is the Alabama staff writer for Only In Your State and has nearly 15 years of professional writing experience. She enjoys discovering new places and currently calls North Alabama home.
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