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This Famous Dune Hike in Alabama Has a Feature You Won’t Want to Miss

This scenic hike leads you through rolling sand dunes to a hidden freshwater lake you never expected to find along the Gulf Coast.

by Megan Todaro
on May 6
A sun setting in the distance of a cement bike path. A wooden swing sits to the left.
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Don’t Try This One Hike in Alabama If You’re Afraid of Heights

by Megan Todaro
on Jan 16
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Find 5 Bucket-List-Level Views in Alabama Without Needing to Be an Expert Hiker

by Beth Copenhaver
on Dec 19
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The Epic 1.5-Mile Trail in Cheaha State Park Worth the Climb

by Beth Copenhaver
on Oct 9
Rocky outcrop gives way to layers of mountains and valley and blue sky overhead
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Monte Sano State Park Is an Underrated Alabama Park That Will Impress You This Fall

by Beth Copenhaver
on Sep 12
Winding pathway into state park with fall foliage lining the road and Monte Sano State Park written on a stone

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5 Underrated National Forest Hikes in Alabama Rivaling National Park Hikes

Think you need Yosemite or Rocky Mountain for epic views? Alabama’s National Forests are serving up waterfalls, ridgelines, and panoramas that prove otherwise.

by Megan Todaro
on Aug 25
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I Was Pleasantly Surprised By This Scenic Mountain Trail in Alabama

The McKay Hollow Trail is a scenic mountain trail in Alabama that's a great trail to challenge yourself. It's steep, there are scrambles, but they lead to epic views.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Jul 11
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This Is the Most Secluded Part of This Alabama Wildlife Refuge

Experience Florida's stunning wildlands on this lovely, secluded trail.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jun 12
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We Did the Research, This Is Officially the Strangest Hiking Trail Name in Alabama

The Lost Sink Trail is a beautiful forest hike that ends with a unique waterfall finish.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Jun 10
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This Canyon Hike Is One of Alabama’s Most Scenic Trails

Take the Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve trail in Tuscumbia, Alabama, and see waterfalls, creeks, bluffs, birds, and more.

by Kelly Carroll
on Mar 29
Flowers frame a canyon overlook in Alabama.
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The Best Dog-Friendly Hikes in Tuscaloosa, Alabama for an Outdoor Adventure

Take a look at some of the best dog-friendly hikes in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, that you and your fur babies will love.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Mar 28
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6 Alabama Hikes That Shine at Sunset

From sandy beaches to mountaintop overlooks, these trails offer some of the best sunset views in Alabama.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Mar 29
A sunset hike in Alabama leads to a peaceful lake reflecting the sky's sunset.
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Spring in Alabama Is Best Spent Exploring Monte Sano Preserve

Visit Monte Sano Preserve in Alabama for the ultimate spring adventure. With hiking trails and wildflowers galore, you don't want to miss this.

by Megan Todaro
on Feb 3
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This Easy Alabama Hiking Trail Delivers Big Views for a Romantic Valentine’s Day

Clocking in at less than two miles, this steep trail leads to a beautiful overlook and it's why it's the most romantic hiking trail in Alabama.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Jan 13
Fall Foliage Reflected in the Lake at Cheaha State Park, Alabama
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The One Hike in Alabama That’s 100% Worth Braving the Cold

The Moss Rock Preserve Trail takes hikers past a waterfall, stream, and unique rock formations. It's a wonderful winter hike in Hoover, Alabama.

by Kelly Carroll
on Dec 29
Boulders at Moss Rock Preserve in Hoover, Alabama, USA