8 Enchanting Spots In Alabama You Never Knew Existed

There are many beautiful places located throughout Alabama, and some of these places are better known than others. Sometimes you've got to travel off the beaten path to discover all the beauty the state has to offer. Let's take a look at eight beautiful places you may or may not already be familiar with. If you've never visited any of these places, they should definitely be added to your bucket list! Here are our picks for some of the greatest hidden gem parks in Alabama:

1. Turkey Creek Falls at the Turkey Creek Nature Preserve

At 466 acres, Turkey Creek Nature Preserve is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the southeast. This stunning preserve is located in Pinson, 15 miles north of Birmingham. The heart of this preserve is Turkey Creek Falls (pictured). Visit the official website for the most up-to-date park information.

Address: 3906 Turkey Creek Road, Pinson, Alabama, 35126

2. Barton's Beach Cahaba River Preserve

Located in Perry County, Barton's Beach Cahaba River Preserve is approximately 125 acres of gravel/sand bars, swamps and ponds. This preserve serves as an important nesting area for turtles. Visit the official website for the most up-to-date park information.

3. Rainbow Falls at Dismals Canyon

Located in Phil Campbell, Dismals Canyon is an 85-acre natural conservatory. One of its main features is Rainbow Falls (pictured), a gorgeous waterfall that cascades down the canyon over weathered rocks. Check out the website for the latest goings-on at the conservatory.

Address: 901 County Road 8, Phil Campbell, Alabama, 35581

4. The Natural Bridge

Natural Bridge, located in Natural Bridge, Alabama, is a 60 foot high, 148 foot long rock natural bridge that spans several natural areas and is the longest natural bridge east of the Rockies. Visit the website for some interesting history, as well as any important closures/opening information.

5. Parker Falls in Parker Canyon

Parker Falls is located within Parker Canyon, in the beautiful Bankhead National Forest - which just so happens to be Alabama's largest national forest spanning an incredible 180,581 acres.

6. Cheaha State Park

Located in northern Clay and southwestern Cleburne counties, Cheaha State Park is Alabama's oldest operating state park. This gorgeous state park also encompasses Cheaha Mountain, Alabama's highest point. Check out the website for the most up-to-date park information and more.

Address: 19644 Highway 281, Delta, Alabama, 36258

7. Turkey Foot Falls in the Sipsey Wilderness

Turkey Foot Falls is located within the Sipsey Wilderness area of the Bankhead National Forest, and it's one of two major waterfalls - the other being Mize Mill Falls. This one is a can't miss!

8. Bellingrath Gardens and Home

Bellingrath Gardens and Home is a 65-acre estate garden and house museum that's located near Mobile, on the Fowl River. This wonderful attraction is open to the public year-round. Check out the official website for all the info you'll need to plan a visit.

Address: 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Road, Theodore, Alabama, 36582

Have you ever visited any of these beautiful places? What little-known wonders in Alabama can be included on this list? What about your favorite hidden gem parks in Alabama? Let us know in the comments below!