Thankfully, we don't have to travel far to experience natural scenic beauty. From beautiful beaches and gorgeous lakes to magnificent waterfalls and majestic mountains, there's no shortage of natural scenic beauty here in Alabama. The one tiny town in Alabama where you'll be surrounded by the most beautiful scenery is the little-known town of Delta. Take a look below to learn about some of the things to do in town, then pack your bags and prepare for a trip.
Delta is a tiny unincorporated community in Clay County. It has a population of fewer than 300 people.
When you think of a small town, this is about as small as it gets!
During your drive to Delta, you'll pass through the gorgeous Talladega National Forest. The Talladega National Forest, which is located at the southern edge of the Appalachian Mountains, covers nearly 400,000 acres and is one of Alabama's true gems.
There are miles of hiking trails and other ways to explore this beautiful landmark
Situated in the middle of the Talladega National Forest, and in the tiny town of Delta, AL, is Cheaha State Park. This state park is responsible for the town's breathtaking natural scenery. It's also atop of Alabama's highest natural point, Cheaha Mountain.
You'll definitely want to carve out a day in your itinerary to visit this incredible spot.
One of Cheaha State Park's most scenic features is its charming lake, Cheaha Lake. Cheaha Lake offers excellent fishing and swimming opportunities.
No matter what your interests are, you can find something to do in this state park. All your friends and family will enjoy it.
Beautiful waterfalls are also located throughout the park. Pictured is Cheaha Falls and it's absolutely stunning!
There's incredible scenery at every turn in this state park, so unobtrusively hidden in this small town.
Thanks to Cheaha State Park, visitors of Delta, Alabama are able to enjoy the most breathtaking views. Have you ever experienced a view like this? Consider yourself lucky if you have.
You'll feel like you've been transported into another world entirely.
Overall, there might not be much to see and do in Delta when compared to nearby towns, but the beautiful scenery found throughout the town, in addition to the views you'll experience from Alabama's highest natural point, makes the visit more than worth it.
It's worth the visit for this beautiful state park alone and you can spend days exploring all that it has to offer.
Have you ever visited the tiny town of Delta and experienced Alabama's highest natural point? If so, please feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments below. If you can think of any other things to do in Delta, Alabama, please share those with us as well.
Check out our list of more Alabama towns that are surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery.
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