10 Epic Outdoorsy Things In Alabama Anyone Can Do

Are you a fan of the outdoors? If so, you're in luck. There are several outdoor activities you can do here in Alabama, including the 10 listed below.

1. Take a stroll through the Birmingham Botanical Gardens.

The Birmingham Botanical Gardens has more than 12,000 different types of plants and 25 unique gardens. It's also one of Alabama's top free tourist attractions.

2. Go hiking in the Sipsey Wilderness.

The Sipsey Wilderness is located within the Bankhead National Forest and is one of Alabama's top hiking destinations.

3. Visit Alabama's Gulf Coast beaches.

Pictured: Gulf Shores, AL

4. Take a scenic cruise on the Tennessee River.

Located in Decatur, Alabama, the Pickwick Belle Riverboat offers wonderful daily sightseeing tours for only $10-$19. Visit www.pickwickbelle.net for more information.

5. Play an amazing round of golf on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail.

Pictured: Ross Bridge Trail in Hoover, AL

6. Go birding at Dauphin Island's Audubon Bird Sanctuary.

Dauphin Island's Audubon Bird Sanctuary is one of the top birding spots in Alabama.

7. Take a dip in Little River Canyon's Hippie Hole.

The Hippie Hole is one of Alabama's best swimming spots.

8. Go biking in Oak Mountain State Park.

Oak Mountain State Park is located in Pelham, Alabama. At 9,940 acres, it's Alabama's largest state park.

9. Visit DeSoto Falls.

DeSoto Falls, located in Mentone, Alabama, is one of the most-visited waterfalls in the state. It's also one of the South's most beautiful waterfalls.

10. Go canoeing down the Cahaba River.

Alabama's Cahaba River is the longest free-flowing river in the state.

Have you done any of these outdoor activities? What other fun outdoor activities would you add to this list?