Hang Out With Goats On Jackson Lake Island In Alabama For A Unique Adventure

Jackson Lake Island in Alabama offers a unique experience with its "Town of Spectre" movie set, free-roaming goats, and various outdoor activities.

There are many unique places scattered throughout Alabama. One of these places is Jackson Lake Island. To learn all about this island, including what it is that makes it such a unique place to visit, take a look below.

Jackson Lake Island is a private island that's situated on the Alabama River just outside of Millbrook, Alabama. It's open every day from sunrise until sunset.

The cost to visit the island for the entire day is $5.00 per person over the age of 10. The cost for children 10 years and under is $3.00, and for children 2 years and under, admission is free.

This small island is best known as the home to the "Town of Spectre" movie set from "Big Fish," Tim Burton's award-winning film.

Something else Jackson Lake Island is well known for is its large herd of goats.

Dozens of goats roam freely on the island. Visitors of the island are also welcome to feed and pet them.

Hanging out with the goats is a truly unique experience that you'll never forget. All ages enjoy it.

A couple of other activities visitors of Jackson Lake Island thoroughly enjoy include fishing and...

...kayaking.

For anyone wishing to extend their stay, the island also offers camping options.

Primitive camping is available for $15.00 per person per night. The cost for children 10 years and under is $5.00 per night, and for children 2 years and under, there's no fee. Reservations aren't needed for primitive camping. However, all campers must set their tents up before dark. A few RV sites with hookups are also available. These are first come first served, and you can call 334-430-7963 to check for availability. For more information about Jackson Lake Island, you can view the Jackson Lake Island Facebook page.

Have you ever been to Jackson Lake Island? If so, please feel free to share your experience with us in the comments below.

Another place in Alabama where you can hang out with goats, as well as plenty of other animals, is Two BY Two Petting Zoo in Enterprise. For information, be sure to take a look at this incredible Alabama petting zoo.

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