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VACATION GUIDE & CALENDAR
PULPIT ROCK, CHEAHA STATE PARK
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YOUR ALABAMA VACATION Find your beach escape in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. We look forward to welcoming you.
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R egions 58 | GULF COAST 63 63 78 80 81
Gulf Coast Map Attractions & Experiences Hotels & Resorts Bed & Breakfasts Cabins, Cottages, Condos, Beach Houses & Vacation Homes
84 | SOUTH 89 89 103 107 107
South Map Attractions & Experiences Hotels & Resorts Bed & Breakfasts Cabins, Cottages, Condos & Vacation Homes
108 | CENTRAL 114 114 126 130 131
Central Map Attractions & Experiences Hotels & Resorts Bed & Breakfasts Cabins, Cottages, Condos & Vacation Homes
132 | NORTH 138 138 151 154 155
North Map Attractions & Experiences Hotels & Resorts Bed & Breakfasts Cabins, Cottages, Condos & Vacation Homes
C ity Spotlights 68 Beach Towns: Foley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach 74 Mobile 92 Auburn 98 Montgomery 116 Birmingham 146 Huntsville
ABOUT THE COVER: PULPIT ROCK AT CHEAHA STATE PARK IN DELTA BY ATD/CHRIS GRANGER
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Left to right: Devil’s Den Falls in Lineville, Noccalula Falls in Gadsden
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Features Inside Sweet Home Alabama
Get an introduction to the Year of Natural Wonders as well as Alabama’s influence on American music. Check out where to sip craft beer, wine or spirits, plus notable places to stay. The state’s culture comes alive through artists’ works, traditional foods and various media.
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Hit the Trails
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What’s New
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Wish You Were Here
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Accessible Alabama
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RTJ Golf
In honor of the Year of Natural Wonders, this collection of trails encourages you to explore the state’s wild side, specifically caves, hikes, birds, waterfalls and rivers. Be among the first to visit the state’s newly inaugurated or recently updated attractions, including the Cook Museum of Natural Science. Send a postcard home sharing these one-of-a-kind experiences to be had only in Alabama. Attractions around the state roll out the welcome mat to travelers with accessibility challenges. Play one or all of the 26 courses that constitute the legendary Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail.
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Outdoor—Recreation Grab Bag
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Top 10 Events & Calendar
From rock climbing to fishing, outdoor enthusiasts find a variety of epic adventures. Plan your vacation to coincide with what’s going on in Alabama this year.
WELCOME BACK TO ALABAMA! During the Alabama Year of Natural Wonders, take the nearest highway exit ramp to discover hidden destinations that you never dreamed existed: • Spot tiny, glowing larvae, seen nowhere else in the nation, during an evening tour of Dismals Canyon near Phil Campbell. • Scramble over the 5-mile-wide crater caused 80 million years ago when an asteroid the size of a football stadium, traveling at 12 miles per second, slammed into the ground near present-day Wetumpka. • Estimate the girth of Goliath, among the nation’s largest stalagmite columns, inside Cathedral Caverns, one of three commercial caves in the state. • Hike Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve, only a few minutes from downtown Birmingham. • Watch the sun set over Talladega National Forest from Cheaha State Park, the state’s highest point. • Marvel at the tall Cahaba lilies found in few other places in America. • Hike to Flagg Mountain, the southern terminus of the Pinhoti Hiking Trail. • Band a migrating bird at Fort Morgan on the western tip of the peninsula in the Gulf of Mexico. • Feel the crunch of brilliant white sand, eroded from quartz of the Appalachian Mountains, under your feet at the Gulf State Park beach. These and more adventures await you. This Vacation Guide and www.alabama.travel will get you started on your unique natural adventure.
Cover: ATD/Chris Granger. Opposite: Ken Gables Photography; bottom right: ATD/Chris Granger
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Digital Connections Golf Courses State Parks Map State Parks Campgrounds Mardi Gras Events April Walking Tours BBQ Events Downtown Celebrations Flea Markets The Basics State Map Information Sources Attraction Index City Index Advertiser Index www.alabama.travel | 3
D I G I TA L C O N N E C T I O N S
At Your Fingertips W ith just a tap or swipe, unlock doz ens of ways to help plan your visit to Alabama or to stay in the know once you’ ve arrived.
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ALABAMA ROAD TRIPS Whether it’s a beach drive you seek, shopping in a particular city or a delectable dine-around, you can find the perfect Alabama road trip for you and your family using this free, official app for iPhone and Android. alabama.travel/road-trips-app
ALABAMA CIVIL RIGHTS TRAIL Using this free, official app for iPhone and Android, trace Alabama’s role in the struggle— and the progress—for equality by exploring the people, places and events that put the state in the civil rights spotlight. alabama.travel/civil-rights-app
SOCIALLY SOUTHERN @AlabamaTravel
@TweetHomeAla
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When you connect with Alabama, use these favorite hashtags, as appropriate: #SweetHomeAlabama #AlabamaTravel #AlabamaFood 4 | 2020 Alabama Vacation Guide & Calendar
Alabama Online Revamped and updated in 2019, the state’s official website, Alabama.Travel, makes it easier to plan a trip, engage with other visitors, share photos and generally get to know Alabama. A new, interactive map helps travelers determine where to eat, what to do and where to stay—all within defined areas of the state, such as the Lake Guntersville area in North Alabama or The Wiregrass in South Alabama. Website users can utilize these trip-planning tools to label favorites and save locations and events, thus completely personalizing their trips. Additionally, they can share the trip with friends and on social media. If travelers tag their social media posts with #SweetHomeAlabama, their images could show up on the website as part of new visitor-supplied content. These photographs show real people having authentic, onlyin-Alabama experiences. Take a look to see which ones might inspire your itinerary.
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This page: Compass/Chris Granger; logo illustration by Dan Cosgrove
T he Y ear of N atural W onders
From A labama’ s G ulf C oast to its mountainous north, natural w onders abound. S ome are w ell k now n, and some are hidden gems. M ak e 2020 the year to check eight of them off your list of places to visit. by Kim Nix
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ALABAMA’S ABUNDANT WATER, VARIED ECOSYSTEMS, DENSE FORESTS AND GEOLOGY COME TOGETHER TO CREATE A LAND THAT IS IMMENSELY BIODIVERSE. In fact, the Yellowhammer State contains a greater variety of animals and plants than any other state east of the Mississippi River. Mild weather and regular rainfall result in a longer growing season for plants, which, in turn, supports a more favorable habitat for wildlife. In addition, past geological processes have exposed a mixed terrain of rocks and soil types—layered factors that make it easy for more than 4,500 documented species of flora and fauna to call Alabama home. To celebrate this surprising variety of nature and natural areas, 2020 is the Year of Natural Wonders. Turn this year’s vacation into one filled with wild treasures.
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Sugar-white Gulf Coast beaches line the southernmost points of Alabama. The ultra-fine particles of quartz were washed down from the Appalachian Mountains and deposited into the Gulf of Mexico’s turquoise waters thousands of years ago. Today, visitors explore 32 miles of sandy strands, including those shared with nesting sea turtles. Volunteers flag the nests every year to help sunseekers avoid crushing the turtles’ eggs. From May to October, lucky walkers may witness a “boil,” when baby turtles hatch at the same time from an underground nest, emerge from the sand and make their way to the water.
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Just north of Mobile Bay spreads the 260,000-acre MobileTensaw Delta, the secondlargest wetland of this kind in America. Rivers from the north flow into the flatlands and creep into lakes, marshes and bogs. The twists and turns here house cypress swamps and bottomland hardwoods teeming with deer, turtles and alligators. More than 300 species of birds have been documented in the area. While much of the delta is remote and best explored by water, you don’t have to venture into its deepest reaches to see its natural beauty. At the Five Rivers Delta Resource Center in Spanish Fort, you can view some of it from the
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center’s decks, or via exhibits or a nature film. Stop into the Cypress Gift Shop to browse nature-related gifts, unique jewelry and wood crafts made by local artisans.
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Alabama’s longest free-flowing river, the Cahaba, features an annual spectacle so special it has a festival named after it. On the third Saturday in May, the town of West Blocton celebrates the white, graceful Cahaba lily with guided tours during the Cahaba Lily Festival. The flower blooms in May and June and is found in only three Southern states. It requires a specific habitat of swiftmoving water and lots of sun, which is exactly what the rocky
shoals of the Cahaba River provide. While the Cahaba River sustains the largest population, notably in large stands and smaller clumps, the lily also can be found in the running shoals of Hatchett Creek and the Tallapoosa River.
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At the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains rises Alabama’s highest natural point, Mount Cheaha, at 2,407 feet above sea level. In the fall, the mountain’s mix of oak and hickory trees interspersed with pines puts on a show of fall colors to rival those found in more northern states. Check out the spectacle from the 26-mile Talladega Scenic Drive, taking Highway 281
Above and opposite top: Ken Gables Photography, opposite bottom: ATD/Chris Granger
T he Y ellow hammer S tate contains a greater variety of animals and plants than any other state east of the M ississippi R iver.
near Heflin until the road ends at Adams Gap Road and Forest Service Road 600. This route travels over the summit and through the Talladega National Forest, passing rural landscapes dotted with rock outcroppings and rolling hills. Stop at Cheaha State Park for excellent views and to officially note the U.S. Geological Survey’s high point marker in front of Bunker Tower, one of several stone buildings built by President Franklin Roosevelt’s Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC). On a clear day, you can see for miles from the top of the observation tower. Down below, poke around the CCC museum to learn about the men who helped establish the state park.
OPPOSITE: A FISHERMAN CASTS NEAR CLUMPS OF CAHABA LILIES ON THE CAHABA RIVER; THIS PAGE, TOP TO BOTTOM: NATURAL BRIDGE IN NATURAL BRIDGE, DISMALS CANYON IN PHIL CAMPBELL
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Northeast Alabama also harbors the Little River Canyon, designated a national preserve by public law. Eroded by water over millions of years, the canyon’s rock bluffs drop by more than 600 feet in some spots. The Little River, which flows atop Lookout Mountain and through the canyon, provides recreation for hikers, anglers and paddlers. Little River Falls marks the beginning of the canyon and is one of the highlights of the area, particularly following a rainfall. Although not usually associated with mountainous terrain, a bog exists in the canyon and garners interest for endangered green pitcher plants that grow here. This carnivorous plant traps insects in its tube-shaped leaves and digests them with enzymes. If you come across one, consider yourself fortunate, and take only pictures. Learn more about the canyon at the Little River Canyon Center. The building houses exhibits and
a theater, and national park staff can answer questions and recommend hikes and observation areas.
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Cathedral Caverns has been open to visitors since 2000, when it was declared a state park after it was purchased from a private owner. Although the aboveground amenities should not be ignored—camping, hiking and gem mining—the real draw here is underground. Step into the caverns’ 126-footwide entrance, accessible to wheelchairs, and embark on a 90-minute, guided tour of karst topography—sinkholes, underground streams and caves etched into area limestone. The tours, available year-round and multiple times per day, lead to one of the largest stalagmite columns in the world. At 45 feet tall and 243 feet in circumference, it is appropriately named Goliath. Other formations include a “frozen waterfall,” a “pipe organ” and “cave bacon.” A stop here is particularly welcome on hot days since the caves’ temperature hovers around a cool 60 degrees.
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For a natural wonder above ground, visit Natural Bridge. The rock arch that also lends its name to the closest town spans 148 feet across and 60 feet high to connect two land masses, resulting in the
longest natural bridge east of the Rocky Mountains. The landmark formed as sandstone washed away and left iron ore behind. Due to safety concerns, visitors cannot walk across the bridge, but you can observe its magnificence from below after paying a small entrance fee. Take a picnic and hike the one-mile loop. While in the area, keep your eyes open for eastern hemlock. The area is one of the few places in Alabama where this graceful, shade-tolerant conifer grows.
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About 13 miles south of Russellville lies Dismals Canyon, a privately owned, 85-acre sandstone gorge with large rock formations and two waterfalls. Many years of moving water sculpted the topography into rock shelters, natural rock bridges and a 16-inch-wide rock squeeze known as “Fat Man’s Misery.” Walk the 1.5-mile trail to see and feel the formations while also delving into the lush landscape of tulip poplars, beech trees, hemlocks, mosses and ferns. Visit on nights in May and June when a unique element lights up the canyon. Dismalites, sometimes called glowworms, are fly larvae (Orfelia fultoni) that emit a bluish light to attract prey. Special guided night tours reveal these dismalites, the only bioluminescent insect in North America.
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GET READY FOR ALABAMA
WHITE LIES is a seven-part
investigative podcast series from NPR that attempts to solve the murder of Reverend James Reeb, who was killed two days after Bloody Sunday in March 1965 in Selma. Alabama journalists Chip Brantley and Andrew Beck Grace spent three years trying to put together the pieces of the murder puzzle. As in similar crime-solving podcasts, getting the answers 50-plus years later is hard to do. Still, the reporters persist. Find out what they learned by downloading the podcast from apps.npr.org/white-lies.
EAT LISTEN Á LA CARTE ALABAMA
turns attention to the state’s booming food and drink culture. Through interviews with Alabama’s top names in the culinary and beverage fields, listeners learn about barbecue, meat-and-threes, Gulf seafood, fine dining and how to properly mix cocktails. Willie Chriesman, executive producer and co-host of the Á la Carte Alabama podcast, told BirminghamTimes.com, “We want to explore this topic by telling the stories of the people, places and trends that make the food
and drink scene here so unique and so compelling.” The podcast is available on the Á la Carte Alabama website at alacarteal.com, and at the iTunes store and Google Play Music. MUSCLE SHOALS SOUND STUDIO inaugurated these
quarterly podcasts last year to tell the stories of musicians who have recorded at Muscle Shoals Sound Studio. The digital series launched with the story of the studio’s first major recording session in 1969, Cher’s 3614 Jackson Highway album. Visit muscleshoalssoundstudio.org to learn more.
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WICKLES PICKLES
originated in Alabama but are distributed across the United States. Find them in boutique markets as well as at major grocery chains. You won’t be sorry. The spicy pickles stem from a recipe passed down through owners Will and Trey Sims’ family. Try them on a barbecue sandwich or with pimento cheese and Conecuh sausage. Or, deep fry them. ’Cuz almost everything is better fried, right? GOLDEN FLAKE earns
nods for its snacks. Although owned by Utz Quality Foods now, Golden Flake began making chips in Birmingham
LEFT: LEE’S CLASSIC HAS BECOME ONE OF BROADWAY’S BIGGEST HITS
in 1923. Today, they are still made there fresh daily and are distributed from Texas and Oklahoma to Indiana and Maryland. Pick up your favorite flavor of potato chips, tortilla chips, corn chips, cheese curls or fried pork skins to taste why they’ve been a staple for nearly 100 years. alabama.travel/placesto-go/golden-flake-2
WATCH It’s hard to narrow down the list of top films set against the state’s backdrop. Plus, many movies began as books. Anyway, pop the corn and start bingeing: “Fried Green Tomatoes,” “Forrest Gump,” “Big Fish,” “4 Little Girls,” “Selma,” “Muscle Shoals,” “Capote,” “Just Mercy” and, of course, “To Kill a Mockingbird” should get you started.
READ TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
by Harper Lee. Yep, a high school classic. Read it again. It’s even better the second and third times. THE STORY OF ALABAMA IN FOURTEEN FOODS
by Emily Blejwas. This new release takes a historical look at where and why certain foods became some of the state’s signature tastes.
Above: courtesy of Aaron Sorkin’s Broadway production of “To Kill a Mockingbird”
I t’ s easy and fun to prepare for a trip to the S outh. C heck out these entertaining and delectable w ays to better k now the Y ellow hammer S tate. by Amity Moore Joyce
MADE Here
BY AMITY MOORE JOYCE
Handcrafted Mementos
Want a way to remember your trip to Sweet Home Alabama? Then step into gift shops, arts and entertainment centers, and markets across the state to find unique treasures and inspired crafts made by local artisans. Some of these souvenirs, such as quilts and pottery, have been passed down through generations of families. That legacy, and commitment to folk art and traditional handiwork, is what makes each item special. Really, each one comes with its own story, especially when you take time to learn about the artists. Sometimes the maker him- or herself is the story. Here are a few Alabama-made products to jump-start your shopping spree. (Prices shown are approximate.) 10 | 2020 Alabama Vacation Guide & Calendar
T ak e home any of these one-of-a-k ind originals. OPPOSITE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP:
Maxine Hopkins, Dallas County The 3-inch basket, woven from longleaf pine needles, can take six hours to complete. $100–$500 Gees Bend Quilt, Gee’s Bend These quilts are remarkable for their craftsmanship and place in cultural history. Starting at $1,000 Allen Ham, Marion Using the same clay source as his Miller family mentors, this sixth-generation potter crafts face jugs. $150–$350 THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT:
Bag courtesy of ©Becky Luigart-Stayner, quilt & keychain: ATD/Brit Huckabay, all others: ATD/Chris Granger
Jane Ellen Clark, Monroeville Clark weaves functional, sturdy baskets from a ubiquitous source in Alabama: kudzu! $45–$100 Andrew McCall, Lowndes County The lumber used for these decorative churches comes from torn-down barns. $23–$85 Flint Leather Co., Birmingham Durability meets style in handcrafted leather key chains featuring a split ring and lobster clasp. $9 Estelle Jackson, Demopolis Jackson learned to weave white oak baskets from her father, who learned from his parents. $45 Becky Blaylock, Valley Grande Nature inspires this former teacher’s work, seen here in a mushroom-like earthquake pot. $45 Biscuit Leather Co., Homewood This waxed canvas Meal Bag looks good while doing good; 5% of profits go to fighting hunger. $200 Hornsby Farms, Auburn Produce grown on the family farm is handpicked for jams, pickles and this Sweet Heat Pepper Jelly. $8 Carl Jackson, Camden Expert carpentry and metal forging are evident in a gorgeous cheese board and companion cheese spreader. $110 Kristin Law, Camden This barnwood and patinated copper wall hanging shows true Alabama love. $75
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MENU On the
GULF SHRIMP
Shrimpers harvest pinks, whites and browns from the Gulf of Mexico year-round, ensuring only the freshest hit the plate.
PEACHES
Find them fresh, canned and cooked in pies, but cobbler and ice cream are favorites. Clanton in Chilton County is serious peach country.
SWEET TEA
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BARBECUE
PEANUTS
Although influenced by other Southern ’cue, the Yellowhammer State claims a condiment all its own. A mayonnaise-vinegar-based concoction developed by Big Bob Gibson that once “baptized” barbecued chicken has spread across the state and onto pork, too.
George Washington Carver helped raise awareness of peanuts’ many uses among Alabama farmers. Today, roughly half of the peanuts in the United States are grown near Dothan, Alabama, the selfproclaimed Peanut Capital of the World. Eat them boiled, the true Alabama way.
Peaches, pecans & tomatoes: ATD/Chris Granger, barbecue: ATD/Art Meripol, tea: courtesy of Milo’s Tea Co., peanuts: ©oxxyzay - stock.adobe.com
This versatile iced beverage pairs well with everything, but somehow it seems best savored on a front porch.
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G o shrimping, pick peaches and fry up green tomatoes. T ables overflow w ith w hat is grow n or caught nearby. S avor these local ingredients and dishes w henever you can— w hether you spy them in a restaurant or at a local farm stand. by Amity Moore Joyce FRIED CHICKEN
A luxury until the mid-20th century, chicken, usually fried, is now a staple of the Alabama palate, thanks to the state’s burgeoning poultry industry. (It’s No. 3 in the country!)
PECANS
Pecan orchards dot 39 counties in the state and occupy approximately 22,000 acres. Stop at farms on I-65 and in Baldwin and Mobile counties to sample the nutritious nut.
FRIED GREEN TOMATOES
Author Fannie Flagg made this dish famous in her novel Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Café, the inspiration for which is found in the real-life Irondale Café. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, fried green tomatoes are a symbol of the state’s agricultural heritage. Savor them as a side for a meatand-three or as an appetizer.
BANANA PUDDING
Homemade with real bananas and vanilla wafers, this creamy dessert has its roots in Mobile. Longshoremen unloaded bananas at the city’s docks, making Mobile the nation’s third-largest importer of bananas in the early 1900s.
FRIED CATFISH
Prolific in Alabama rivers and lakes, catfish have long been a favorite catch, particularly channels, blues and flatheads, with some anglers saying they prefer bullheads. Seasoned dry or doused in wet batter, you can’t go wrong with any of the species once they’re sizzling. Find the crispy deliciousness served statewide, often with lemon and tartar sauce. Coleslaw, hushpuppies or fries also might share the plate and palate.
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FAIRHOPE BREWING COMPANY fairhopebrewing.com. 251-279-7517. 914 Nichols Ave., Fairhope. FERUS ARTISAN ALES ferusales.com. 205-508-3978. 201 Morrow Ave., Trussville. FOLKLORE BREWING & MEADERY folklorebrewingandmeadery.com. 334-702-2337. 153 Mary Lou Lane, Dothan.
BREWERIES AVONDALE BREWING COMPANY avondalebrewing.com. 205-203-4546. 201 41st St. S, Birmingham. BACK FORTY BEER COMPANY backfortybeer.com. 256-467-4912. 200 N. 6th St., Gadsden. 205-4078025. 3201 1st Ave. N, Birmingham. BELOW THE RADAR BREWHOUSE btrbrew.com. 256-469-6617. 220 Holmes Ave. NE, Huntsville. BIG BEACH BREWING CO. bigbeachbrewing.com. 251-948-2337. 300 E. 24th Ave., Gulf Shores. BIRMINGHAM DISTRICT BREWING CO. birminghamdistrictbrewing.com. 205-202-5779. 2201 2nd Ave. S, Ste. 102, Birmingham. BLACK WARRIOR BREWING COMPANY blackwarriorbrewing.com. 205-248-7841. 2216 University Blvd., Tuscaloosa.
CAHABA BREWING COMPANY cahababrewing.com. 205-578-2616. 4500 5th Ave. S, Bldg. C, Birmingham. CHATTAHOOCHEE BREWING COMPANY facebook.com/Chattahoochee Brewing. 334-520-2263. 505 13th St., Ste. A, Phenix City. CHEAHA BREWING COMPANY cheahabrewingcompany.com. 256-770-7300. 1208 Walnut Ave., Anniston. COMMON BOND BREWERS commonbondbrewers.com. 334-676-2287. 424 Bibb St., Ste. 150, Montgomery. CROSS-EYED OWL BREWING CO. xeobrewing.com. 256-274-9002. 105 1st Ave. NE, Decatur. DRUID CITY BREWING COMPANY druidcitybrewing.com. 205-342-0051. 607 14th St., Tuscaloosa.
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SERDA BREWING serdabrewing.com. 251-929-9349. 600 Government St., Mobile. SILURIA BREWING COMPANY siluriabrewing.com. 205-624-3037. 145 1st Ave. W, Alabaster.
GOAT ISLAND BREWING goatislandbrewing.com. 256-747-5556. 1646-A John H. Cooper Dr. SE, Cullman.
SINGIN’ RIVER BREWING singinriverbrewing.com. 256-349-2294. 526 E. College St., Florence.
GOOD PEOPLE BREWING CO. goodpeoplebrewing.com. 205-286-2337. 114 14th St. S, Birmingham.
SLAG HEAP BREWING COMPANY slagheapbrewing.com. 205-537-1015. 227 Main St., Trussville.
INNERSPACE BREWING COMPANY innerspacebrewing.com. 256-489-5599. 2414 Clinton Ave. W, Huntsville.
TOAST ALABAMA’S CRAFT BEVERAGES. Craft breweries, wineries and distilleries in the state are on the rise. Every year, another one opens, and others widen their distribution. So go ahead, belly up to see what’s on tap from Florence to Fairhope.
SALTY NUT BREWERY saltynutbrewery.com. 256-713-8877. 2406 Clinton Ave. W, Huntsville.
GHOST TRAIN BREWING CO. ghosttrainbrewing.com. 205-201-5817. 2616 3rd Ave. S, Birmingham.
GREEN BUS BREWING facebook.com/GreenBusBrewing. 256-990-2477. 206 Eustis Ave. SE, Huntsville.
CHEERS!
ROCKET REPUBLIC BREWING COMPANY rocketrepublicbrewing.com. 256-325-4677. 289 Production Ave., Madison.
INTERSTELLAR GINGER BEER AND EXPLORATION CO. interstellarginger.com. 205-790-3146. 260A Regency Park, Alabaster. IRON HAND BREWING facebook.com/ironhandbrewing. 251-725-6912. 206 State St., Mobile. MAD MALTS BREWING madmaltsbrewing.com. 256-503-2233. 109 Maple Ave., Huntsville.
STRAIGHT TO ALE straighttoale.com. 256-801-9650. 2610 Clinton Ave., Huntsville. TALLULAH BREWING COMPANY tallulahbrewing.com. 205-530-8555. 1804 Fourth Ave. S, Jasper. TRIMTAB BREWING COMPANY trimtabbrewing.com. 205-374-8749. 2721 5th Ave. S, Birmingham. TWISTED BARLEY BREWING CO. facebook.com/twistedbarley brewingco. 205-265-3253. 520 19th St. W, Jasper. YELLOWHAMMER BREWING yellowhammerbrewery.com. 256-489-3510. 2600 Clinton Ave. W, Huntsville.
DISTILLERIES
MAIN CHANNEL BREWING COMPANY mainchannelbeer.com. 256-960-5070. 2090 Gunter Ave., Guntersville.
Alabama’s craft distillers are creating new and exciting spirits. Learn more about the guild members and which ones offer tastings. alabamadistillers.org
OLD BLACK BEAR BREWING COMPANY oldblackbear.com. 256-850-4639. 212 Main St., Madison.
DAWSON DISTILLERY dawsondistilleryllc.com. 662-808-1878. 1022 LaGrange College Lane, Leighton.
OLD MAJESTIC BREWING CO. oldmajesticbrewing.com. 656 St. Louis St., Mobile.
THE DISTILLERY— HIGH RIDGE SPIRITS 256-335-8424. 1401 Huntsville Rd., Florence.
RAILYARD BREWING COMPANY tavernandporterroom.com. 334-262-0080. 12 W. Jefferson St., Montgomery.
GIBSON DISTILLING COMPANY gibsondistilling.com. 334-798-4907. 115 W. Church St., Headland.
RED CLAY BREWING CO. redclaybrewingcompany.com. 334-737-5409. 704 N. Railroad Ave., Opelika.
IRONS ONE DISTILLERY ironsone.com. 256-536-0100. 2211 Seminole Dr., Studio 2061, Huntsville.
RESTING PULSE BREWING COMPANY restingpulsebrewing.com. 334-203-1364. 714 1st Ave., Opelika.
JOHN EMERALD DISTILLING COMPANY johnemeralddistilling.com. 334-7375353. 706 N. Railroad Ave., Opelika.
VINEYARDS & WINERIES BRYANT VINEYARD bryantvineyard.com. 256-493-1260. 1454 Griffitt Bend Rd., Talladega. CAT-N-BIRD WINERY cat-n-bird.com. 205-610-9463. 11661 Old Hwy. 280, Chelsea. CORBIN FARMS WINERY corbinfarmswinery.com. 205-685-0655. 800 CR 87, Calera. THE FRUITHURST WINERY CO. thefruithurstwineryco.com. 256-463-1003. 27091 CR 49, Fruithurst. HIDDEN MEADOW VINEYARD hiddenmeadowvineyard.com. 205-688-4648. 664 CR 606, Jemison. HIGH COUNTRY CELLARS highcountrycellars.com. 256-463-3456. 849 Almon St., Heflin.
LAKE POINT VINEYARD AND WINERY lakepointvineyard.org. 334-517-8334. 674 Lake Point Dr., Mathews. LEWIS LAKES VINEYARDS lewislakesvineyards.com. 205-5318678. 1075 Chelsea Rd., Columbiana. MARAELLA WINERY maraella.com. 256-494-1000. 5296 U.S. Hwy. 278E, Hokes Bluff. MORGAN CREEK VINEYARDS morgancreekwinery.com. 877-672-2053. 181 Morgan Creek Lane, Harpersville. OZAN WINERY ozanwine.com. 205-668-6926. 173 CR 301, Calera. PERDIDO VINEYARDS perdidovineyards.net. 251-937-9463. 22100 Old CR 47, Perdido. SOUTH RIDGE WINERY southridgewine.com. 334-429-0572. 3297 Live Oak Rd., Luverne.
HODGES VINEYARDS & TASTING ROOM facebook.com/HodgesVineyards. 256896-4036. 230 Lee Rd. 71, Camp Hill.
WHIPPOORWILL VINEYARDS whippoorwillvineyards.com. 334-257-2711. 4282 CR 31, Notasulga.
JULES J. BERTA WINERY julesjbertavineyards.com. 256-8915115. 1409 Darden Ave., Albertville.
WHITE OAK VINEYARDS southernoakwines.com. 256-231-7998. 1484 Dry Hollow Rd., Anniston.
WILLS CREEK WINERY willscreekwinery.com. 256-538-5452. 10522 Duck Springs Rd., Attalla.
OPPOSITE: GOOD PEOPLE BREWING IN BIRMINGHAM; ABOVE: HODGES VINEYARDS & TASTING ROOM IN CAMP HILL
There ‘s fishing & then THERE’S CATCHING The 13 lakes and rivers of the Alabama Bass Trail offer easy access and plenty of variety for both serious anglers and those who love to wet a hook on the weekend. Lakes, rivers, dams and deltas offer a mix of open spaces, protected cover, solitude and adventure. There truly is Opposite: ATD/Chris Granger; this page: ATD/Brit Huckabay
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An Alabama Soundtrack BY RICK HARMON
IN ALABAMA, there are routes to carry you to the roots of American music. You can see the home of the father of the blues, the hometown of the father of rock and roll, two music studios that forever shaped the music of the ’60s and ’70s, the quintessential museum for country music’s first superstar, and the birth home of a jazz performer who topped the pop charts—all in about a three-hour drive. Start your trip in a small area that has had immense impact on the world’s music—the Shoals. Begin at FAME Recording Studios, the still-active studio at 603 E. Avalon Ave., in
Muscle Shoals. Here, the late Rick Hall helped create some of the most influential hits of the ’60s, such as Wilson Pickett’s “Mustang Sally,” Percy Sledge’s “When a Man Loves a Woman,” and Aretha Franklin’s “I Never Loved a Man,” along with classics by Arthur Alexander, Etta James, Duane Allman and others. Head next to Muscle Shoals Sound Studio at 3614 N. Jackson Highway in Sheffield. Led by the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section, made famous as The Swampers in Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Sweet Home Alabama,” the studio attracted artists such as the Rolling Stones, Cher, Lynyrd
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Skynyrd, Paul Simon, Bob Seger, the Staple Singers, Rod Stewart, Leon Russell, Willie Nelson, Boz Scaggs, Cat Stevens and others, who all came to record there. The studio, fully restored thanks
to a $1 million gift from Beats Electronics co-founder Dr. Dre, reopened in 2017 and continues to be a working studio open for tours in the daytime. Musicians wishing to record at the studio are encouraged to present proposals, including demos, to the Muscle Shoals Music Foundation, whose board votes on the submissions. Then, travel about three miles to Florence’s W.C. Handy Birthplace, Museum & Library at 620 W. College St. Handy didn’t just write some of blues’ most famous standards, such as “The Memphis Blues” and “St. Louis Blues”; he became the father of the blues by introducing blues music to the world. As one of the first to transcribe blues music to sheet music, he allowed generations of musicians to discover the blues and incorporate it into their own music. His trumpet, handwritten music and the piano on which he composed his hits help you feel his presence in the museum, housed in the log cabin where he was born in 1873. Plan your trip for July 17–26, 2020, and you’ll be able to attend the 10-day W.C. Handy Music Festival. Legendary Sam Phillips, the father of rock and roll, was born a few miles from Handy’s home. Phillips founded Sun Records, revolutionized rock and roll in the early 1950s, and is credited with recording the first rockand-roll record—“Rocket 88”
Bottom and opposite: ATD/Chris Granger; top left: ATD/Art Meripol
N oted musicians and industry hit-mak ers ensure the state’ s place in the history of A merican music.
his death. You also can drive about three miles to see the memorial marker to his mentor Rufus “Tee-Tot” Payne in Lincoln Cemetery.
by Jackie Brenston and his Delta Cats. A historic marker in front of Florence’s Big River Broadcasting, the radio station Phillips owned at what is now 624 Sam Phillips St., tells how he shaped music history by discovering and recording Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Carl Perkins, B.B. King, Howlin’ Wolf and others. The station’s lobby displays rare photos of Phillips and other memorabilia from his career. Get an overview of Alabama’s musical stars at the nearby Alabama Music Hall of Fame. The Tuscumbia museum honors more than 1,200 Alabama musicians who have affected America’s music scene, from Hank Williams and Sun Ra to the Commodores and Alabama Shakes.
“Home’s in Alabama, no matter where I lay my head. My home’s in Alabama, Southern born and Southern bred.” “MY HOME’S IN ALABAMA” ALABAMA
OPPOSITE, TOP TO BOTTOM: MUSCLE SHOALS SOUND STUDIO, W.C. HANDY BIRTHPLACE; ABOVE: ALABAMA MUSIC HALL OF FAME, THE HANK WILLIAMS MUSEUM
Check out the Sun Studio equipment that Phillips used to record Elvis Presley, the tour bus of country music chart-topping group Alabama and a 17-foot-long guitar that plays hits by Alabama artists. Or, record your own song in a vocal studio just for visitors. A recently added hip-hop exhibit explores the contributions of the state’s rappers, DJs and producers. The display highlights the accomplishments of artists in the Shoals, Huntsville, Central and South Alabama through text, photography, CDs and more. Speaking of Hank, visit Williams’ hometown and browse The Hank Williams Museum at 118 Commerce St. in Montgomery. Displays feature his Nudie (Cohn) suits and other stage costumes, guitars, hats, rare photos, and even the 1952 baby-blue Cadillac in which he took his famous last ride. His gravesite, in the Oakwood Cemetery Annex, is one of the most visited in the state, and visitors gather there each New Year’s Day on the anniversary of
Finally, drive by the birth home of Nat “King” Cole, a jazz performer who earned 30 hits in the Billboard Hot 100 and became the first black performer with a major network variety show. Cole’s childhood home was moved from its original location and placed at the corner of Harris Way and Pineleaf Street and on the campus of Montgomery’s Alabama State University. Under renovation, the home is available for curbside viewing only.
OTHER JAZZ, POP AND COUNTRY MUSIC ATTRACTIONS BRING ADDITIONAL HIGH NOTES TO ALABAMA’S ALBUM OF OFFERINGS. The Alabama Fan Club and Museum in Fort Payne honors the country group Alabama, which had more than 30 No. 1 hits on Billboard’s country music charts. Stroll past memorabilia that remembers Nat “King” Cole, Duke Ellington, Lionel Hampton, Erskine Hawkins and others at the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame in Birmingham.
acclaim with such hits as “Three Times a Lady,” “Still,” “Sail On,” “Brick House” and “Easy.” In honor of the group, the museum, open by appointment, shows off the stage used for rehearsals, original uniforms and costumes, and other artifacts from the group’s heyday. The gift shop also has been stocked with one-ofa-kind items.
The Commodore Museum in Tuskegee remembers the group led by native son Lionel Richie. The original funk and soul band gained
Find out more at alabama. travel/experience-alabama/ music. Learn about musicrelated events in the calendar, page 172.
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GOOD Nights
Having a great vacation has a lot to do w ith w here you stay. M ak e your reservation at one (o r some) of the state’ s notable accommodations. BY RICK HARMON THE LODGE AT GULF STATE PARK, Gulf Shores Where the G ulf of M ex ico laps the w hite sands of G ulf S tate P ark , this hotel mix es educational environmental programs w ith lux urious dining, gorgeous w ater-sk y view s and an infinity pool. Additionally, its ecologically advanced design may earn it recognition as the world’s first hotel with a L E E D (L eadership in E nergy and E nvironmental D esign) platinum rating.
HOTEL FINIAL, Anniston Sit down to a breakfast buffet of catfish, grits and Conecuh sausage, or relax at the bar w ith a w hisk ey or one of the tw o types of beer C heaha B rew P ub crafts especially for Hotel Finial. A fter more than 125 years and $ 2 million in renovations, this Q ueen A nne-style 18 8 8 home, w hich is on the N ational R egister of Historic P laces, effuses Southern charm. Choose from five specialty suites or 5 6 ex terior hotel rooms.
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Opposite top to bottom: Billy Pope, ATD/Art Meripol. This page, top to bottom: ATD/Jamie Martin, ATD/Chris Granger
THE BATTLE HOUSE RENAISSANCE MOBILE HOTEL & SPA, Mobile U .S. N ews & W orld R eport rank ed this hotel as the state’ s top one in 2019 . B uilt in 18 5 2 on the site A ndrew J ack son had used as his military headq uarters during the War of 18 12, the property today is noted for its spa and salon, rooftop sw imming pool, and tennis court, but especially for its G rand L obby, crow ned by a glassdomed ceiling. E njoy dining at the A A A Four D iamond-rated T rellis R oom restaurant w hile admiring the Tiffany-glass sk ylight located there. RENAISSANCE BIRMINGHAM ROSS BRIDGE GOLF RESORT AND SPA, Hoover S taying in this 25 9 -room hotel is lik e a visit to S cotland. N ot only does it resemble a S cottish castle, but a bagpiper appears at sunset each day to play S cottish tunes. P lus, guests can tee off on the fifth-longest golf course in the w orld, an 8 ,19 1-yard R obert T rent J ones G olf T rail course that has hosted P G A tournaments. N ongolfers, meanw hile, tak e advantage of the hot tubs, 12,000-sq uarefoot spa and salon, saltw ater indoor and outdoor pools, and activities for children (s uch as s’ mores on the terrace! ). GRAND BOHEMIAN HOTEL, Mountain Brook When this property opened in O ctober 2015 , it w as celebrated as Alabama’s first boutique lux ury hotel. Five years later, it retains that reputation w ith its restaurant; rooftop bar and terrace, complete w ith illuminated ottomans; a w ine-blending room; a fullservice spa; cook ing classes; and a spacious art gallery and
attached sculpture garden. T he G rand B ohemian earned the N o. 3 spot on U .S. N ews & W orld R eport’ s 2019 list of A labama’ s best hotels. F. SCOTT AND ZELDA FITZGERALD AIRBNB,
Montgomery
L isted on A irbnb, the tw obedroom apartment is part of the F. S cott and Z elda Fitz gerald M useum, w hich is housed in the bungalow w here the famous J az z A ge couple lived from 19 3 1 to 19 3 2. T his home— the only site on the S outhern L iterary T rail w here guests can stay overnight— is also w here T he G reat G atsby author w rote T ender is the N ight.
CLOCKWISE FROM RIGHT: F. SCOTT AND ZELDA FITZGERALD AIRBNB, GUNRUNNER BOUTIQUE HOTEL, HOTEL FINIAL, THE LODGE AT GULF STATE PARK
GRAND HOTEL MARRIOTT RESORT, GOLF CLUB & SPA, Point Clear B uilt in 18 4 7 , T he G rand Hotel has morphed into a resort w here history and lux ury merge. D espite A dmiral arragut firing upon it during the C ivil War and its stint as a C onfederate hospital, the hotel has aged beautifully. A n ex tensive renovation completed in 2018 led it to N o. 1 on U .S. N ews & W orld R eport’ s 2018 list of the B est Hotels in Alabama it finished at o. 2 in 2019 . M eanw hile, the property’ s tw o golf courses, the D ogw ood and the A z alea, have helped the resort repeatedly mak e G olf M agaz ine’ s rank ing of “ B est G olf R esorts in America.” Its top-flight spa, seven bars and restaurants, and family-friendly pools add to its allure.
GUNRUNNER BOUTIQUE HOTEL, Florence
Each of the 10 luxury suites in this downtown hotel highlights the Shoals’ spirit of creativity, honoring fashion icon Billy Reid, the Muscle Shoals Sound, rock-and-roll legend Sam Phillips, architect Frank Lloyd Wright and others. Ornate chandeliers mingle with the historical building’s brick walls, exposed beams and original wooden floors. Rooms come with custom sound systems, wet bars and refrigerators. Seven of the suites feature private balconies.
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TRAILS
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Clockwise from top left: Shutterstock, ATD/Chris Granger, ATD/Dan Brothers, ATD/Chris Granger, courtesy of Wheeler NWR/George Lee, ATD/Chris Granger
Hit the
C elebrate Alabama’ s Y ear of N atural W onders by following this collection of trails, each composed of hand- selected stops that show off the state’ s treasures from the southern Appalachians to the G ulf of M ex ico. 22 HIKING | 26 CAVES | 28 WATERFALLS | 32 BIRDWATCHING | 34 PADDLING
Clockwise from top left: Little River Canyon, Chewacla State Park, DeSoto Falls, Rickwood Caverns State Park, birding at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge, WildNative Safari in the MobileTensaw Delta
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Clockwise from top left: ATD/Chris Granger, ATD/Brit Huckabay, ATD/Chris Granger, courtesy of Dept. Conservation and Natural Resources/Mary Knight
Stepping Out
BY KIM NIX
Alabama’s varied terrain of mountains, canyons, valleys and plains provides hiking trails for all ages and abilities. Check out this sample from the plethora of options.
When hiking variety is what you seek, consider a trek to Sweet
Home Alabama. In the north, you find steeper, more difficult hikes. As you travel south, the landscape slowly levels out as it reaches the coast. So how do you decide which trails to choose? Consider your physical ability and the region you’d like to explore. Just a few hundred yards from the condominiums, restaurants and shopping centers of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach stretches the Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail. On these 15 miles of paved trails and boardwalks, you can disappear into the quiet maritime forests and wetlands. A series of eight interconnecting trails, each compliant with the Americans With Disabilities Act guidelines, winds through the heart of Gulf State Park, which is home to abundant wildlife, including birds, turtles and alligators. One of the state’s newest strolls, the Magnolia Trail at Blue Springs State Park near Clio, extends 2.1 miles and features two .3-mile connectors. Meander through pines and hardwoods, including Southern magnolias, catching views of the Choctawhatchee River.
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GET TO KNOW THE PINHOTI TRAIL “Turkey Home” The 171 miles between Flagg Mountain and the Georgia border (plus 164 more miles in Georgia) quickly has become a favorite of avid backpackers and casual hikers alike. In the Creek language, Pinhoti means “turkey home,” hence the turkey foot symbol on the trail markers.
Appalachian Access Although not officially designated —yet—many hikers consider the Pinhoti the southernmost access to the Appalachian Trail. The Alabama portion winds through the lush woodlands of the Talladega National Forest and Cheaha Wilderness.
6 miles, or you can hike out and back at a distance comfortable to you. Try Sweetwater Lake or RCW Nesting Area.
Wildlife Watch In addition to turkeys, you might spot deer, squirrels, birds and snakes.
Overnights or No Nights Camping shelters dot the route, or you can pitch a tent. If you’re not interested in long-distance hiking or backpacking, several shorter loops range from 2 to
don’t-miss details MOSS ROCK PRESERVE C heck out the 1.5 -mile Waterfall L oop. MAGNOLIA TRAIL D ip into one of the spring-fed, 6 8 -degree pools after this moderate hik e. CANE CREEK CANYON E njoy lunch or a snack at the tables in L inden M eadow s. WALLS OF JERICHO G o in spring or after a heavy rain to see the famous “ w alls” and w aterfall.
Clockwise from top left: Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail Butterfly Garden in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Moss Rock Preserve in Hoover, Pinhoti Trail near Delta, Cane Creek Canyon in Tuscumbia
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WALLS OF JERICHO TRAIL
CANE CREEK CANYON NATURE PRESERVE
MOSS ROCK PRESERVE
MAGNOLIA TRAIL HUGH S. BRANYON BACKCOUNTRY TRAIL
insider tip “ T he best time to visit is during the little bit of spring and fall w e get, usually around M arch for spring and then betw een O ctober and N ovember for fall. I t varies from year to year. M y favorite hik e is the M ountain L aurel T rail that leads to our manmade w aterfall. I f you catch it just right in spring, you can time your hik e w hen the mountain laurels bloom. T hey’ re gorgeous w hite blossoms w ith red streak s. I can mak e it dow n there in threetenths of a mile, or you can mak e it a 5 -mile w alk just because our trails have so many options and spurs.”
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Clockwise from bottom left: ATD/Chris Granger (2), Ken Gables Photography
JOSHUA FUNDERBURK PARK MANAGER, CHEWACLA STATE PARK
Water proves a highlight of Moss Rock Preserve, a 349-acre parcel owned by Hoover. This Birminghamarea oasis provides moderate to tough hikes alongside streams punctuated by boulders. It also features a variant of the Little River Canyon Sandstone Glade, a fragile ecosystem where stunted wildflowers, grasses and trees grow out of flat, pavement-like rocks. In northwest Alabama, conservationists Jim and Faye Lacefield have struck a balance between protecting their private lands and opening them to the public. Their Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve is held in a conservation easement and boasts 15 miles of trails available Fridays–Sundays at no charge. The central 7-mile trail follows Cane Creek past rock shelters, waterfalls, scenic overlooks and wildflowers. One of Alabama’s most popular and pretty hikes doubles as one of its most difficult. The Walls of Jericho Trail, located nearTennessee, takes you out and back for a total of 6.6 miles. Along the way, observe exposed limestone, sinkholes and a cave. The first half of the trail descends 1,000 feet; be prepared for the steep incline on the return. Give yourself plenty of time.
Clockwise from top left: Gulf Shores & Orange Beach’s Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail, Walls of Jericho Trail in Estillfork, Chewacla State Park in Auburn
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What Lies Beneath
BY AMITY MOORE JOYCE
Opportunities for all levels of subterranean exploration exist in the state that the National Speleological Society calls home. With more than 4,200 caves in
Alabama, it is no wonder die-hard spelunkers and casual potholers enjoy ducking underground here. The greatest variety—from commercial caves to hidden ones that require permission—is found in the state’s northeast corner. This karst-rich intersection of Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia (TAG) boasts stalactites and stalagmites, unexpected chambers, and an ecosystem that supports blind, pigmentless creatures. Get acquainted with this other world at Cathedral Caverns inside the eponymous state park near Grant; Rickwood Caverns, also inside a state park; or DeSoto Caverns near Birmingham.
ISRAEL PARTRIDGE OWNER, TRUE ADVENTURE SPORTS, FORT PAYNE
“ S how caves have lights and pathw ays, and you can enter and ex it in the same clothes you started in. O n w ild cave tours, you get a little dirty. T hese are for people w anting to go past a barrier to see things up close and w ildlife in their element. O n ex ploration trips, folk s feel lik e they’ re pioneers, ex ploring uncharted territory and new passagew ays.”
All images: ATD/Chris Granger
Rangers offer guided tours at Cathedral Caverns, sharing stories of how Native Americans used the cave 8,000 years ago, how it was privately owned as Bats Cave from 1955 to 1974, and how its unique features—the Big Room, Goliath and Mystery River— make it worthy of its designation as a National Natural Landmark. The paved, twisting walkway
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From opposite left: Goliath stands tall at Cathedral Caverns near Grant, lights illuminate the interesting features of DeSoto Caverns near Birmingham, guided tours lead through narrow tunnels at Rickwood Caverns near Warrior
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RUSSELL CAVE SAUTA CAVE CATHEDRAL CAVERNS
RICKWOOD CAVERNS
DESOTO CAVERNS
NEVERSINK CAVE
travels about a mile, passing named formations, plus a stalagmite forest and an improbable stalagmite that is 35 feet tall but only 3 inches in diameter. Access to Rickwood Caverns, now part of the state park near Warrior, requires a guide, which is ideal because so many points of interest lie within this living cave. The curiosities extend beyond the Frozen Castle and the Bridal Column formations to include blind cave fish, bats and salamanders, so having a knowledgeable eye proves valuable. The 1-mile-long tour lasts about an hour and includes an underground lake. Native American history is on display at DeSoto Caverns. Before they were a privately owned attraction, the caverns were used from 1000 BC to AD 1000 as a burial site. The walls document a stay in 1723 by I.W. Wright, an Indian trader who carved his name into the limestone walls. In the 1920s, the cave served as a speakeasy. The bullet holes from that bygone era generate as much interest today as the onyx columns, drapery formations and abundant flowstone.
RUSSELL CAVE: WALK TO THE CAVE ENTRANCE OF THIS NATIONAL MONUMENT NEAR BRIDGEPORT. NEVERSINK CAVE: RAPPEL 100 FEET DOWN INTO THIS JACKSON COUNTY SINKHOLE TO SEE ITS WATERFALLS AND FERN-LINED WALLS UP CLOSE. SAUTA CAVE: THIS CAVE OUTSIDE OF SCOTTSBORO PRESENTS AMAZING WILDLIFE-VIEWING WHEN 200,000 TO 400,000 GRAY BATS EMERGE EVERY EVENING DURING JUNE, JULY AND AUGUST.
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Admire the
PLUNGE BY AMITY MOORE JOYCE
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PISGAH GORGE FALLS HIGH FALLS
LOST SINK FALLS SIPSEY WILDERNESS DISMALS CANYON
DESOTO FALLS YELLOW CREEK FALLS
NOCCALULA FALLS
LITTLE RIVER FALLS
DEVIL’S DEN FALLS
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Whether you prefer hiking to the pool of a natural cascade or driving nearly to the rim of one, waterfall-related adventures abound in Alabama.
View trickles to torrents—and
Clockwise from left: Shutterstock, Ken Gables Photography (2)
enjoy unique experiences along the way—among the more than 1,000 spots where fresh water pours over stony ledges. Build your own trail from a few of these favorites that follow, or hit every one for a multiday vacation filled with Mother Nature’s liquid art. Among the state’s most popular and easily visible falls, Noccalula Falls in Gadsden flows within Noccalula Falls Park. The 90-foot-high waterfall can be reached from the parking lot without paying a fee by walking about 50 yards to the overlook. For a more vigorous and up-close experience, walk the 1.7-mile Black Creek Trail to see the falls from below. OF NOTE: Native American lore tells the story of a maiden, Noccalula, whose chieftain father
Clockwise from opposite: Fort Payne’s Little River Falls flows even during a dry spell, autumn comes to High Falls near Grove Oak, DeSoto Falls near Fort Payne presents multiple drops when seen from the right angle
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NOCCALULA FALLS PARK: MINIATURE TRAIN, PETTING ZOO & PIONEER VILLAGE
LITTLE RIVER FALLS: INSIDE LITTLE RIVER CANYON NATIONAL PRESERVE
DESOTO FALLS: CAN BE PAIRED WITH LITTLE RIVER FALLS FOR A DAY TRIP
YELLOW CREEK FALLS: ACCESSED BY CANOE VIA WEISS LAKE OR YELLOW CREEK
LOST SINK FALLS: A DROP INTO A SINKHOLE INSIDE KEEL MOUNTAIN PRESERVE
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Rainbow Falls, Phantom Falls & Secret Falls Located at Dismals Canyon, these three waterfalls can be seen while hiking a 1.5-mile trail on the canyon floor. OF NOTE: Evidence of human history from Paleo to Chickasaw and Cherokee tribes abounds here. Marvel at the amazing biological diversity as well.
Pisgah Gorge Falls Multiple waterfalls make up these falls that are accessed via a roughly 1.5-mile round-trip hike. Three different overlooks provide excellent views. OF NOTE: Waterfalls are nearly 100 feet tall.
Left to right: Veils of water pouring from Turkey Foot Falls, jumping in the pool at the base of Devil’s Den Falls, going behind the curtain at Noccalula Falls, the gentle slope of Kinlock Falls
North Alabama holds the state’s wealth of waterfalls, but if you look after heavy rains, you can find a plunge to admire in most every region. had promised her to someone she did not love. She loved another, and to avoid the arranged marriage, she jumped from the falls to her death. Locals love Little River Falls in Fort Payne. These accessible, year-round cataracts drop 45 feet and form a nice pool at the bottom perfect for swimming when the flow is slow. Enjoy the view from the top, or follow the boardwalk to another trail to reach the lower river’s edge. OF NOTE: Little River Falls marks the start of the Little River Canyon atop Lookout Mountain. DeSoto Falls inside DeSoto State Park also pours from Lookout Mountain. Walk a few hundred yards from the upper parking lot to a railed platform to see the A.A. Miller Dam and upper falls. Stairs lead to a separate view of the lower, or main, waterfall, impressive at 107 feet tall. OF NOTE: DeSoto Falls was named after Spain’s Hernando de Soto, who explored what is now present-day Alabama during the 16th century.
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insider tip LANE LEOPARD PHOTOGRAPHER, LANE LEOPARD PHOTOGRAPHY
“ T ry to visit w aterfalls from N ovember to A pril… E ach year is a little different depending on our rainfall, but after a good rain event, the w aterfalls w ill be the most visually appealing. I prefer a cloudy day for my w aterfall photography as it gives it a more dramatic and moody look .”
OTHERS AROUND THE STATE
Left to right: Ken Gables Photography (2), ATD/Chris Granger, Lane Leopard
Sipsey Wilderness Part of Bankhead National Forest, this wild area comprises 25,000 acres and is known as the Land of 1,000 Waterfalls. Check out three of its most popular ones: Turkey Foot Falls, Caney Creek Falls and Kinlock Falls.
Turkey Foot Falls flows near the Sipsey River Picnic Grounds. An easy, short hike makes the cascade accessible to all levels of outdoor enthusiasts. OF NOTE: Besides being easy to access, this waterfall carries Native American and pioneer
history. Look for where Native Americans took shelter and ground corn and nuts.
Caney Creek Falls gets a lot of foot traffic,
Beyond the wilderness, more waterfalls plummet. Check out these two that have also gained favor for their swimming holes.
Devil’s Den Falls
in part because many Alabamians say it is one of the state’s most beautiful waterfalls and worth the 3-mile round-trip hike. Depending on rainfall, the falls could hold two curtains of water. OF NOTE: The swimming hole at the bottom is a favorite feature.
Located inside Cheaha State Park, this picturesque curtain of water curls around a large, deep pool, which makes it a favorite for kids. The access hike, part of the Chinnabee Silent Trail, is about six-tenths of a mile.
Kinlock Falls, more
Thirty-five feet tall and at times 300 feet wide, this veil inside High Falls Park spills year-round and passes through a natural bridge. Although wading is allowed, swimmers are encouraged to be cautious of the rough waters. Cliff jumping is not advised.
horizontal than vertical, tumbles gently down its rocky foundation, making it popular for rock sliding and tubing. Access it via an easy, family-friendly .3-mile hike. OF NOTE: If you plan to rock slide, wear appropriate water shoes and durable shorts.
High Falls
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Find Feathered Friends BY AMITY MOORE JOYCE
Eight birding trails from the mountains to the coast ensure birders find both plentiful and rare species to check off their lists.
With 280 public access points, spying some of the 430-plus bird species that have been documented in Alabama is a cinch. The variety of ecosystems appeals to both resident and migratory birds, and likewise gives you multiple habitats in which to point your binoculars. More than 50 sites, including 180,000 acres within Bankhead National Forest, constitute the North Alabama Birding Trail. Watch for Cerulean Warblers, Pileated Woodpeckers, Sandhill Cranes and surprisingly large roosts of Bald Eagles in this region. The state’s rural farm areas welcome Northern Parulas and Yellow-throated Warblers as well as tanagers, vireos and cuckoos. Follow the Black Belt Birding Trail to see them and hear their songs. Along the Gulf Coast, six driving loops in Baldwin and Mobile counties make up more than 200 miles of the Coastal Birding Trail. This is the place to see Brown Pelicans, rails, herons, gulls and egrets. CONNECT: ALABAMABIRDINGTRAILS.COM | BIRMINGHAMAUDUBON.ORG ALABAMA BIRDING TRAILS AOSBIRDS.ORG |
APPALACHIAN HIGHLANDS
PIEDMONT PLATEAU WEST ALABAMA
BLACK BELT
PINEY WOODS
WIREGRASS
COASTAL BIRDING TRAIL
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EVENTS
E asy W ays to Start B irding FESTIVAL OF THE CRANES Decatur fws.gov/refuge/ wheeler/Festival_ of_the_Cranes_at_ Wheeler.html GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT Birmingham gbbc.birdcount.org COASTAL BIRDFEST Baldwin and Mobile counties weeksbay.org/events/ alabama-coastalbirdfest
Left to right: courtesy of Wheeler NWR/George Lee, ATD/Chris Granger (2), courtesy of Wheeler NWR/George Lee
NORTH ALABAMA
5 more “flock” spots Appalachian Highlands Birdwatchers appreciate the forested hills, lush pastures and riparian zones that support the diverse variety of birds found among this trail’s 38 sites.
Piedmont Plateau With Mount Cheaha, the state’s highest point, and Lake Martin, the state’s largest lake, birdwatchers find a lot of varied terrain to explore. Even walking a paved path through
Maplesville City Park offers an escape into woodlands filled with birds.
Piney Woods Gear up for water in these five counties of southwestern Alabama. Here, you might paddle the Sepulga River Canoe Trail to hear Prothonotary Warblers, observe White Ibis or see what’s soaring above Claiborne Lake Dam.
West Alabama Among the lakes, forests and rivers of this region also resides the University of Alabama Arboretum, which holds a reputation as the single best location in Tuscaloosa for songbirds. In Bibb County, visit
Living River to see Ruby-throated Hummingbirds. Come spring, head to the Red-cockaded Woodpecker colony within the Oakmulgee Division of Talladega National Forest.
Wiregrass If you cannot hit all 21 sites in southeastern Alabama, visit these three: Conecuh National Forest harbors hundreds of Bachman’s Sparrows in its pine forests; secreted Crenshaw County Public Lake boasts pinewoods, mature fields and a lake that attracts Northern Bobwhites, Brown-headed Nuthatches and Great Blue Herons; and Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge offers arguably the best birding in the state.
Left to right: Sandhill Crane at Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge (NWR); Audubon Bird Sanctuary on Coastal Birding Trail; birding on the Yoholo Micco Trail, which is part of the Wiregrass Birding Trail; mallards on the wing at Wheeler NWR
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Dipping In
BY KIM NIX
The Alabama Scenic River Trail presents all kinds of water for all kinds of paddlers. Which one is for you?
With bountiful water resources, including 18 river systems that result
in thousands of miles of navigable waterways, Alabama boasts ever-expanding organized paddle trails, many linked to the Alabama Scenic River Trail (ASRT). This trail, once a 650-mile historic trade route from Cedar Bluff, Alabama, near the Georgia state line, to Fort Morgan, Alabama, at the Gulf of Mexico, has swelled beyond its core route to more than 5,300 miles of waterways with access, camping and signage. Whether you enjoy canoeing, kayaking, rafting or stand-up paddling— and no matter your skill level—there’s an Alabama river calling to you. Check out which sections of the ASRT you might want to add to your paddling bucket list. For paddlers seeking an adrenaline rush, the Little River in northeast Alabama offers premier whitewater kayaking on Class III-V waters. With sections named Suicide and Avalanche, the waters below Little River Falls are for experienced paddlers only. Above Little River Falls, the water is a little tamer but still not for beginners. Unlike many rivers, paddling here is best in winter and early spring,
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Inset: courtesy of Fred Couch Jr., all others: ATD/Chris Granger
FRED COUCH, JR. FOUNDER, OPERATIONS MANAGER ALABAMA SCENIC RIVER TRAIL
Left to right: Off the Beaten Path Alabama guided trip near Auburn, rafting and kayaking in Phenix City
Once a 650-mile historic trade route, the Alabama Scenic River Trail has swelled beyond its core route to more than 5,300 miles of waterways. Paddlers cannot help but pick a path and start exploring. which is the rainy season. Wetsuits are recommended. The best put-in above the falls is near the bridge on Highway 35. For the lower portion, begin by going over Little River Falls—popular with many experienced kayakers—or put in a few hundred yards downstream. Sougahatchee Creek near Auburn offers Class I-II waters suitable for kayaking and canoeing. With its proximity to Auburn University, students often take advantage of this scenic waterway with numerous rapids, which are largely rainfall dependent. It’s not a run you can count on in the drier summer months except within 36 to 48 hours of a thunderstorm. A popular route is to put in off Highway 188 and take out 3 miles downstream at what is known locally as the Steel Bridge. Famous in pop country songs but also as a liquid boundary between southeast Alabama and Georgia for 160 miles, the Chattahoochee River hugs both Phenix City, Alabama, and Columbus, Georgia, at a stretch that has become a whitewater mecca. Removing a series of dams created the longest urban rafting opportunity in the world at 2.5 miles. Whitewater kayaking, rafting, tubing and stand-up paddling all can be done on these Class I-V waters. Believe it or not, you also can river surf on the Chattahoochee.
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You won’t find rapids on the mild waters of the Bartram Canoe Trail, but you will find abundant wildlife, such as diving birds, sunning alligators and stealthy bobcats. Because of the dam-controlled daily release, the water level and speed of the Chattahoochee River changes. Lower water levels offer a gentler trip, while higher waters promise faster water and larger rapids. Observers can catch all the action from the Phenix City riverwalk, dotted with restaurants and shops. The 13-mile Autauga Creek Canoe Trail, designated a National Recreational Trail, begins at Bridge Creek on County Road 10 near Prattville and ends when it flows into the Alabama River in Montgomery. Several points along the way provide in and out access to this relatively calm waterway that suits beginning paddlers; portions are good for tubing as well. The main launch tucks behind City Hall, then travels down 4 miles of fun, hairpin turns to Canoe Trail Park. Here, most paddlers exit, in part because of the accessible parking, restrooms and picnic tables. The Bartram Canoe Trail gets its name from naturalist William Bartram, who explored Alabama in the mid-1770s. You won’t find rapids on these mild waters, but you will find abundant wildlife, such as birds, raccoons and alligators, and bald
Clockwise from top right: Paddling near Little River Canyon with True Adventure Sports, camping and canoeing the Perdido River Canoe Trail, an overnight shelter accessible only by kayak on the Mobile-Tensaw Delta, exploring the Gulf Coast with WildNative Tours
LITTLE RIVER
details AUTAUGA CANOE TRAIL
SOUGAHATCHEE CREEK CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER
BARTRAM CANOE TRAIL
PERDIDO RIVER CANOE TRAIL
True Adventure Sports Classes, guided trips and kayak and canoe rentals. trueadventuresports.com Off the Beaten Path Alabama Tube, kayak and canoe rentals, plus guiding and shuttle services. offthebeatenpathalabama1.com Adventures Perdido River Tube, kayak and canoe rentals, plus shuttle service. adventuresperdidoriver.com WildNative Tours Guided tours, and canoe and kayak rentals. wildnativetours.com Whitewater Express Whitewater kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) lessons; kayak, SUP and tube rentals; and guided rafting trips. whitewaterexpress.com
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Far right: Billy Pope, all others: ATD/Chris Granger
The 17.9-mile Perdido River Hiking Trail runs roughly parallel to the river. It’s rated easy to moderate with numerous views of and access to the river. Hikers also are allowed to reserve the shelters for overnight visits.
cypress trees hanging with Spanish moss. The canoe trail, managed by the Alabama State Lands Division, meanders through the Mobile-Tensaw Delta and consists of an upper and a lower system. Combined, the systems cover more than 170 water miles. Paddlers can make day trips or plan multiday trips. Land-based campsites, elevated shelters and floating platforms are available for overnights on the trail. The land-based, first-come, first-served sites are free. Reservations and a fee are required for the covered shelters and floating platforms, which can accommodate up to eight people. Another canoe-centric route, also managed by the Alabama State Lands Division, the Perdido River Canoe Trail runs roughly 19 miles along the border between Alabama and Florida on the east side of Baldwin County. The calm water of the Perdido looks like tea, the result of an organic compound released by decaying plants called tannin. Commonly called “blackwater,” the river’s surface reflects like a mirror. Access the trail from two launch sites and one boat ramp. Paddlers may pay to stay overnight along the river at one of six reservable camping shelters or at no cost by pitching a tent on one of the sandbars located in front of the shelters.
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Be among the first to visit some of Alabama’s newest or updated attractions. BY RICK HARMON
WHAT’S NEW This page: Cook Museum of Natural Science in Decatur
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ATD/Lance Holloway
WHAT’S NEW
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COOK MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE, Decatur
This state-of-the-art, $32 million natural science museum in downtown Decatur opens up a world of interactive wonders. Climb up and crawl through cave walls, watching for lifelike bats and bears in an immersive cave experience. View a 600-gallon freshwater aquarium and a 15,000-gallon saltwater aquarium, and then climb into a recreated beaver lodge to see what it looks like from the inside. Check out live reptile and insect exhibits featuring bees, turtles, alligators, snakes or other animals. Learn about plants and birds, then touch an actual meteorite while exploring a space exhibit.
ALABAMA TOURISM ATTRACTION OF THE YEAR
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ROCKET CITY TRASH PANDAS, Madison
This page: ATD/Chris Granger. Opposite: ATD/Lance Holloway
On April 15, the Rocket City Trash Pandas, the Double-A affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels, move into their newly constructed $46 million complex in Madison. The ballpark, which will hold about 7,500 fans, will feature a 360-degree concourse, a bar/restaurant area in the outfield and other amenities.
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Last year, Jason Isbell put on a music festival in his hometown of Florence. Tickets to see the artist and his band, The 400 Unit, plus headliners Amanda Shires, Mavis Staples and Sheryl Crow sold out months in advance. In fact, the event proved so popular that Isbell has said he plans to make ShoalsFest an annual event and will return this fall with Shires and another all-star lineup.
OWA, Foley
OWA, the $500 million-plus complex that the Poarch Band of Creek Indians continues to develop within 10 miles of Alabama’s pristine white-sand beaches, has added more attractions. “Legends in Concert,” already popular in Las Vegas, features performances by talented tribute artists playing Aretha Franklin, Taylor Swift, George Strait, Elvis Presley and others in a now-resident show attendees won’t soon forget. A new indoor (and air-conditioned) Mystic Mansion haunted-house ride has opened as well as a Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen restaurant. Soon, too, visitors will be able to cool off at the Gulf Coast’s largest indoor water park and stay at either an accompanying 200-room resort hotel with conference space or a luxury, family-friendly RV park. All these attractions join the existing 14-acre Park at OWA, with its more than 20 rides, including multiple roller coasters; restaurants such as Wahlburgers and Groovy Goat; and the 150-room Marriott TownePlace Suites hotel.
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Top to bottom: courtesy of Andy Keenum, courtesy of OWA, opposite: courtesy of Talladega Superspeedway
SHOALSFEST, Florence
THE TALLADEGA SUPERSPEEDWAY, Talladega
One of racing’s greatest tracks has gotten a $50 million touch-up. Beginning last year with its 50th anniversary, Talladega Superspeedway began renovations to make the raceway experience even better for fans. Specifically, a new Talladega Garage Experience allows grandstand ticket holders and infield guests who purchase the Talladega Garage Experience access to the NASCAR teams, cars and inspection stations via viewing walkways. Social areas, including the new Game Zone with cornhole and oversized Jenga and the Beer Garden, provide gathering spaces and a jumbo screen to watch the action on the track. The infield transformation also results in a new RV area with spots near the start-finish line and the Alabama Gang Superstretch.
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WISH YOU WERE HERE BY AMITY MOORE JOYCE
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IN A WORLD THAT BUZZES WITH TRAVEL ONE-UPMANSHIP, ALABAMA PRESENTS LOTS OF OPPORTUNITIES WORTHY OF SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS AND OLD-FASHIONED POSTCARDS.
“I
ate the most delicious S outhern meals, made by J ames B eard A w ard-w inning chefs! ”
This page & opposite: ATD/Chris Granger
It’s true: Alabama dishes up award-winning chefs and restaurants. For 10 consecutive years, Highlands Bar & Grill in Birmingham had been nominated by the James Beard Foundation as the United States’ most outstanding restaurant before finally winning in 2018. Its chef and owner, Frank Stitt, won best chef in the Southeast in 2001, and its pastry chef, Dolester Miles, added a James Beard Award to her résumé two years ago. Rob McDaniel (SpringHouse, Alexander City), James Lewis (Bettola, Birmingham), Bill Briand (Fisher’s Upstairs, Orange Beach), David Bancroft (Acre, Auburn) and Timothy Hontzas (Johnny’s Restaurant, Homewood) have all made it to the semifinals for best chef in the South. Chris Hastings (Hot and Hot Fish Club, Birmingham) won it in 2012. Meanwhile, Nick Pihakis (Jim ’N Nicks Bar-B-Q) proves you don’t have to be a fine-dining chef or establishment to garner acclaim. He was named a semifinalist six times as the country’s outstanding restaurateur.
Drop a line in any one of the 13 lak es that mak e up the A labama B ass T rail and up your chances of landing a trophy. I n fact, in 2014 , P aul M ueller made the B assmaster C lassic record book s w hen he had the heaviest single day w eight, 3 2.3 pounds, at L ak e G untersville during the professional tournament. L ak e J ordan gets some traffic, too, since anglers have reeled in big ones from its w arm w aters ( 7 9 degrees in O ctober! ) . L ak e E ufaula, located in the self-proclaimed B ass Fishing C apital of the World, appeals to seasoned anglers w ith its deep w aters and lack of w eed cover.
“ G untersville gave us the best Alabama bass fishing ex perience imaginable! ”
Left to right: Highlands Bar & Grill in Birmingham, bass fishing in Eufaula
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“ I attended the 5 0th anniversary of the opening of the U .S . S pace & R ock et C enter.” Out-of-this-world experiences launch daily in Huntsville at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. Here, exhibits and activities, including a new state-of-the-art planetarium and hardware from nascent moon-reaching missions, interpret the past, present and future of the nation’s spaceflight program. On guided tours, NASA Marshall Space Flight and military retirees take visitors beyond interpretive panels by telling the stories behind the stories. An authentic Saturn V rocket, one of only three in the world, is part of the tour and also available to guests entering the Davidson Center for Space Exploration, part of the center’s campus, on their own. Participate in Space Camp, learning about rocket building, simulating space flight and training with real astronauts.
“ I saw the lynching memorial. I t was a sobering, reflective ex perience.”
“I celebrated Mardi Gras where it all began!” N ew O rleans may lay claim to M ardi G ras, but the first w as held in M obile in 17 03 w hen French settlers gathered to honor Fat T uesday. T oday’ s family-friendly parades bring amaz ing floats, jew eled crow ns and plenty of beads and moon pies.
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Clockwise from top: courtesy of U.S. Space & Rocket Center, ATD/Jamie Martin, courtesy of Equal Justice Initiative. Opposite: ATD/Chris Granger
Every Sunday morning at D ex ter A venue K ing M emorial B aptist C hurch in M ontgomery, R ev. C romw ell A . Handy reminds the congregants to love one another as G od loves them. I t’ s a message he is passing on from the church’ s most famous pastor, D r. M artin L uther K ing J r., w ho served from 19 5 4 to 19 6 0. K ing directed much of the city’ s civil rights activity, w hich today is perpetuated through landmark s and memorials, including the somber N ational M emorial for P eace and J ustice, dedicated to black victims of racial terror lynchings.
“ I shopped designer B illy R eid’ s newest collections before they were released! ” NOT L.A, NOT NEW YORK, NOT PARIS—Billy Reid chose his wife’s hometown of Florence as headquarters for his fashion empire that stylishly extends to those other cities. With at least four major fashion awards under his belt, including GQ’s Best New Menswear Designer and Menswear Designer of the Year, Reid dresses Hollywood A-listers, including Reese Witherspoon (yes, he designs women’s wear, too) and Daniel Craig, plus all the folks who shop his Alabama atelier, where he hopes you “hang out” and “feel like you’re a welcome guest in our house.”
Clockwise from this page: Billy Reid in Florence, Mobile Mardi Gras parade, National Memorial for Peace and Justice in Montgomery, U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville
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Accessible Alabama
Clockwise from this page: McWane Science Center in Birmingham, U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Gulf Shores, Explore Playground & Splash Pad in Hoover
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Clockwise from top: ATD/Chris Granger, Compass Media/Seth Stringer, courtesy of Kati Maddox. Opposite: ATD/Chris Granger
A labama attractions are removing barriers to ensure access for travelers w ith disabilities. BY AMITY MOORE JOYCE Imagine going on vacation but, due to disabilities, not being able to fully experience every moment. In Alabama, attractions and destinations are addressing possible obstacles by developing more inclusive programming and accessibility. “Our mission here,” explains Pat Ammons, director of communications at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, “is to inspire the next generation of explorers ... We teach the importance of leadership, critical thinking and teamwork at Space Camp, and those skills benefit people of all abilities.” As a result of that focus on inclusion, Huntsville’s No. 1 attraction provides accessibility to its exhibits via ramps and elevators, plus wheelchairs and scooters are available to rent. Children on the spectrum and those with physical disabilities are accommodated at Space Camp as much as possible. For more than 30 years, the center has hosted a Deaf Space Camp and a Space Camp for Interested Visually Impaired Students, during which participants benefit from American sign language interpreters or Braille documents, among other special measures. Similarly, the Birthplace of Helen Keller in Tuscumbia presents inclusive programming. “Miss Keller was a strong advocate for taking down barriers for anyone with a disability,” says Sue Pilkilton, executive director of the Birthplace of Helen Keller. “It is our mission at the birthplace to give each visitor a great experience.” Thus,
rooms for visitors with sensory processing needs,” shares director of exhibits Erik Lizee. “We have found that making exhibits as accessible as possible improves the experiences for all of our visitors, regardless of abilities.” Children with sensory processing needs may request a sensory bag and then take a moment in a designated quiet room. Additionally, McWane among other initiatives, “The Miracle Worker” is signed by sign language interpreters in June and July, a hands-on program allows blind visitors to go into the different rooms of the home to feel certain items, and service animals are welcome. Recently, the McWane Science Center in Birmingham partnered with KultureCity “to create safe spaces and sensory
periodically has Sensory Sundays in IMAX; sound is turned down and sensory bags are provided for those who would like them. On the coast, Gulf Shores has taken steps to help those who cannot walk by installing access mats at the west and east ends of Gulf Place Public Beach. The mats provide wheelchair access nearly to the water. Parent Kati Maddox, whose son has cerebral palsy, appreciates the extra effort places are making. Her favorite stops include the new $2 million Explore Playground & Splash Pad in Hoover. “It was amazing to take my child to a place where he could take his walker everywhere and do most everything that other kids were doing! His squeals of joy made my heart soar!” www.alabama.travel | 49
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This page: No. 9 on Cambrian Ridge’s Sherling course
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RTJ Golf
BY AMITY MOORE JOYCE
1 1 sites. 2 6 courses. 4 6 8 holes. W elcome to the R obert T rent J ones G olf T rail, where golfers of every skill level find a place to play.
NO COURSE IS THE SAME. E ach of the playing fields on the trail offers something different— w hether a challenge, a tournament or a landscape. While C ambrian R idge hosts a Father/S on C hampionship, G rand N ational organiz es a C ouples C lassic and has w elcomed the B arbasol C hampionship. L ong fairw ays mak e T he S hoals courses tough, but L ak ew ood has invested in a new place to practice. E ach nuance on the R T J G olf T rail ensures a uniq ue ex perience.
Cambrian Ridge
Capitol Hill
Grand National
CANYON— R ecently renovated, these nine holes thread through former hunting grounds and mak e for good target-style golf. LOBLOLLY— G olfers ex pect an Augusta-like quality from this renovated nine-holer, featuring rolling fairw ays and big bunk ers. SHERLING— A n undulating landscape for these nine renovated holes delivers on the reputation C ambrian R idge has earned as “ challenging.” SHORT COURSE— T his nine-hole course presents a collection of par-three holes that plays betw een C ambrian R idge’ s highest point and S herling L ak e.
JUDGE— B uilt on the bank s of the A labama R iver, this scenic course features 14 holes nex t to the water. The first tee, about 200 feet above the green, overlook s the city sk yline. LEGISLATOR— T hese 18 holes play through w oodlands and along a bluff for a more traditional game. S ix holes are laid out in a native cypress swamp, thus offering something uniq ue. SENATOR—The LGPA’s official developmental tour, S ymetra, competes on this S cottish links-style course. It holds more than 16 0 pothole bunk ers and 20- to 40-foot-tall mounds, giving each hole a little privacy.
LAKE— M ajor professional tournaments have played here because golfers agree w ith R obert T rent J ones S r.— the 12 holes hugging L ak e S augahatchee and the remaining six mak e for some great golf. N o. 15 gets a lot of attention— the green sits on an island in the lak e. LINKS— T he cornerstone of the complex, this 18-hole course draw s players look ing to improve their driving accuracy. Tree-lined fairw ays and w ater haz ards req uire precision. SHORT COURSE— M ore than half of the course’ s 18 holes touch the lak e. G olfers often play every club in their bag.
This page: courtesy of RTJ Golf Trail/Michael Clemmer, Golf Landscape Photography
Greenville
Prattville
Auburn/Opelika
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The Shoals
Oxmoor Valley
FIGHTING JOE— G olfers talk a lot about this course’ s length— more than 8 ,000 yards. T he closing hole distracts w ith a beautiful view of the T ennessee R iver. SCHOOLMASTER— T his course gets a lot of love from golfers w ho appreciate the traditional-style play that follow s the natural lie of the river. Indeed, some players find it more interesting than the Fighting J oe.
RIDGE— T he scenery here gets as much attention as the game; players suggest bringing a camera. T uck ed into the edge of the Appalachians, this 18holer is treed and undulating. VALLEY— E levation changes are a hallmark of this course, dotted by lak es and lined w ith trees. S eventeen of the 18 greens are elevated. SHORT COURSE— M ore elevation aw aits on this course that plays dow nhill.
Muscle Shoals
Huntsville
HIGHLANDS— R enovated and restored to its original Scottish-links design, this 18-hole course retains a fun relic— an old barn adorns the fifth hole. RIVER— T he low er 18 spreads across a river valley and perpetuates a theme of “ no flat lies,” meaning this course has no bunk ers. S ix teen of its holes feature w ater. SHORT COURSE— L ik e the R iver course, w ater comes into play a lot here. A lternating tees allow golfers to hit every club in their bag.
IF YOU LOVE GOLF, THIS RTJ TRAIL SHOULD BE ON YOUR BUCKET LIST. —DARRELL W., TRIPADVISOR
Silver Lakes
Anniston/Gadsden
Highland Oaks Dothan
HIGHLANDS— R ecent greens resurfacing mak es the play here as smooth as ever. T he nine-holer is open with lakes in play on four holes. MAGNOLIA— G olfers lik e this nine-hole course that gets its name from the trees that dot its higher ground, but they admit it is tougher than it look s. MARSHWOOD— N o. 7 , at 7 01 yards, is one of the reasons players have a lovehate relationship w ith the w hole course. SHORT COURSE— G olfers claim this course has the top putting greens in the S outh.
TOP TO BOTTOM: NOS. 3, 4, 5 AND 6 ON SILVER LAKES' SHORT COURSE; NO. 8 AT ROSS BRIDGE
The Lakewood Club Point Clear
AZALEA— Water, bunk ers and steep greens k eep play interesting on these 18 , renovated and reopened last year. DOGWOOD— Winding among marshes, these 18 holes just benefited from a complete renovation. In addition, the club recently opened T he Experience, a new state-ofthe-art practice facility.
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Magnolia Grove Mobile
CROSSINGS—This park-like course arranges the C ouples C hallenge and also has hosted L G P A events. N o. 18 is k now n as T he T erminator for its uphill approach and tough bunk ers. FALLS— R enovations turned this course into the golf trail’ s only par 71. Co-host of the C ouples C hallenge, it is characteriz ed by contoured greens and big bunk ers. SHORT COURSE— N ew ly designed putting surfaces helped earn this course a nod from G olf D igest as the best par 3 in the country.
BACKBREAKER— O ften paired w ith the other courses here for a full 18 holes, these nine feature w ide fairw ays and demanding greens. HEARTBREAKER— L ocals claim the three nines here are the trail’s best-kept secret, and Heartbreak er is one of the favorites. P layers note the fast greens and dramatic lak e views from the final three holes. MINDBREAKER— T he hardest of the three, this course feels trick y due to lots of elevation coupled w ith bunk ers, w ater and scrub pines. SHORT COURSE— P lay ex tends around L ee’ s L ak e for a q uick round of nine.
Ross Bridge Hoover
C onsidered by many golfers as the premier site on the trail, this picturesque 18-hole course presents elevation changes of 120 feet from the tee to the fairw ay. T he G olf D igest-praised course stretches more than 8 ,000 yards and carries a S cottish theme, w hich is driven home each evening w hen a bagpiper closes the course at sunset.
This page: courtesy of RTJ Golf Trail/Michael Clemmer, Golf Landscape Photography; opposite: ATD
Hampton Cove
Birmingham
GOLF COURSES PUBLIC COURSES
No endorsement is made or implied as to the quality of goods and services listed in this guide.
GULF COAST BAY MINETTE { map N-3 } HOLLY HILLS MUNICIPAL GOLF COURSE
discovernorthbaldwin.com. 251-580-2553. 38600 Country Club Dr.
CITRONELLE { map N-2 } MILL CREEK GOLF COURSE
cityofcitronelle.com. 251-866-7881. 18350 Lakeview Dr.
DAPHNE { map O-3 } LAKE FOREST GOLF COURSE lakeforestdaphne.com/golf.html. 251-626-9324. 1 Golf Terrace Dr.
DAUPHIN ISLAND { map P-2 }
GULF SHORES { map P-3 }
ISLE DAUPHINE GOLF COURSE
COTTON CREEK AT CRAFT FARMS craftfarms.com. 251-968-7500. 3840 Cotton Creek Cir.
rtjgolf.com/magnoliagrove. 251-645-0075. 7001 Magnolia Grove Pkwy.
ELBERTA { map P-3 }
CYPRESS BEND AT CRAFT FARMS
SPRING HILL COLLEGE GOLF COURSE
GULF SHORES GOLF CLUB
ORANGE BEACH { map P-3 }
facebook.com/Isle-Dauphine-GolfCourse-603292716711436. 251-861-3176. 100 Orleans Dr.
SOLDIERS CREEK GOLF CLUB AT WOERNER PRESERVE soldierscreekgolfcourse.com. 251-986-8633. 28341 Preserve Trail.
FAIRHOPE { map P-3 } QUAIL CREEK GOLF COURSE
fairhopeal.gov/services/quail-creekgolf-course. 251-990-0240. 19841 Quail Creek Dr.
ROCK CREEK GOLF COURSE
rockcreekgolf.com. 251-928-4223. 140 Clubhouse Dr.
FOLEY { map P-3 }
craftfarms.com. 251-968-7500. 3840 Cotton Creek Cir. gulfshoresgolfclub.com. 251-968-7366. 520 Clubhouse Dr.
KIVA DUNES
kivadunes.com. 251-540-7000. 815 Plantation Dr.
ONE CLUB GULF SHORES
oneclubgulfshoresgolf.com. 251-968-3234. 4000 Gulf Shores Pkwy.
PENINSULA GOLF & RACQUET CLUB
ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL AT MAGNOLIA GROVE
springhillcollegegolfcourse.com. 251-380-4655. 4000 Dauphin St.
ORANGE BEACH GOLF CENTER orangebeachal.gov. 251-981-4653. 4700 Easy St.
POINT CLEAR { map P-2 } THE LAKEWOOD CLUB
rtjgolf.com/lakewood. 251-990-6312. 1 Grand Blvd.
SOUTH
peninsulagolfclub.com. 251-968-8009. 20 Peninsula Blvd.
ANDALUSIA { map M-6 }
glenlakesgolf.com. 251-955-1220. 9530 Clubhouse Dr.
MOBILE { map O-2 }
EVANS BARNES GOLF COURSE
GULF LINKS GOLF CENTER
azaleacitygolfcourse.com. 251-208-5150. 1000 Gaillard Dr.
GLENLAKES GOLF CLUB
gulflinksgolf.com. 251-970-1444. 3901 S. McKenzie St.
AZALEA CITY GOLF COURSE
HERON LAKES COUNTRY CLUB
heronlakescountryclub.com. 251-706-6370. 3851 Government Blvd.
TIMBERCREEK GOLF CLUB
golftimbercreek.com. 251-621-9900. 9650 TimberCreek Blvd.
cityofandalusia.com/leisure-services/ golf-course.html. 334-222-8400. 1735 Dannelley Blvd.
OLD PINE GOLF COURSE
334-222-3242. 24908 Harmony Church Rd.
13 More Courses to Play E x pand your game by checking out these courses off the R T J G olf T rail.
Kiva Dunes, Gulf Shores Local golfers claim this course as the best in the state. The wind often keeps things interesting. FarmLinks at Pursell Farms, Sylacauga This family-farm golf resort and its 7,444-yard, Hurdzan Fry-designed course, chosen by Golfweek as the state’s No. 1 all-access golf course, is often used by the golf industry to test new products.
TimberCreek Golf Club, Daphne Carved from a forest of dogwoods, magnolias and pines, this 27-hole course designed by Earl Stone is known for its rolling fairways and elevation changes. Bent Brook Golf Course, Bessemer Designed by Ward Northrup, each of these three nine-hole designs carries unique features of its own.
Limestone Springs Golf Club, Oneonta Dramatic elevations and scenic views define this Jerry Patedesigned course nestled into the Appalachian Mountains.
Craft Farms, Gulf Shores Enjoy 36 holes on two courses, Cotton Creek and Cypress Bend. They are the only two courses designed by Arnold Palmer in the state.
Twin Bridges, Gadsden Players of all levels enjoy the Bermuda fairways, bentgrass greens and bunkers along the Coosa River.
Joe Wheeler State Park Golf Course, Rogersville Earl Stone designed this 18-holer that rolls across gentle hills, sidles up to a river and passes through a wildlife sanctuary.
Ol’ Colony Golf Course, Tuscaloosa Test your golf mettle on this Jerry Pate-designed municipal course. Water throughout adds to the challenge—and fun. Ballantrae Golf Club, Pelham Golfers appreciate the fast, friendly play of these 18 holes designed by architect Bob Cupp. Gunter’s Landing, Guntersville The nearly 6,900 yards of this 18-hole championship course challenge even seasoned players.
Peninsula Golf & Racquet Club, Gulf Shores More than 7,000 yards compose this 27-hole championship course, designed by Earl Stone and abutting the Bon Secour Wildlife Preserve. Goose Pond Colony, Scottsboro This golf resort comprises two 18-holers: The Lake Course and The Plantation Course, which now features MiniVerde greens.
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AUBURN { map I-9 }
JACKSON { map L-2 }
WETUMPKA { map I-7 }
AUBURN UNIVERSITY CLUB
JACKSON LINKS GOLF COURSE
EMERALD MOUNTAIN GOLF CLUB
augolfclub.com. 334-821-8381. 1650 Yarbrough Farms Blvd.
INDIAN PINES GOLF COURSE
cityofjacksonal.com/index.php/pr/ pearce-memorial-park. 251-246-9993. 575 Vanity Park Dr.
indianpinesgc.com. 334-821-0880. 900 Country Club Dr.
MILLBROOK { map I-7 }
CHATOM { map L-2 }
cityofmillbrook.org/pines-golf-course. 334-285-7529. 307 Deatsville Hwy.
THE PINES OF CHATOM
chatom.org/the-pines-of-chatom-2. 251-847-2056. 16461 St. Stephens Ave.
DEMOPOLIS { map I-3 } THE RAVINE GOLF COURSE
THE PINES GOLF COURSE
AROOSTOOK GOLF COURSE
KILGORE’S ROUNDABOUT PLANTATION GOLF COURSE
facebook.com/AroostookGolfCourse. 334-260-4900. 1501 Dozier Rd.
COTTONWOOD GOLF CLUB
cottonwoodgolfclub.com. 334-2813344. 7160 Byron Nelson Blvd.
CYPRESS TREE GOLF CLUB
facebook.com/Roundabout-PlantationGolf-Course-291912694268445. 334-793-3300. 321 Roundabout Dr.
lifeatthemax.us/cypress-tree-golfclub. 334-953-2209. 1461 March St.
ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL AT HIGHLAND OAKS
playmontgomerygolf.com. 334-284-7920. 3800 Davenport Pkwy.
rtjgolf.com/highlandoaks. 334-712-2820. 904 Royal Pkwy.
EUFAULA { map K-10 } COUNTRY CLUB OF ALABAMA ccagolfcourse.com. 334-687-8003. 101 Merion Dr.
THE EUFAULA COUNTRY CLUB
theeufaulacountryclub.com. 334-6872007. 2650 Country Club Rd.
EVERGREEN { map M-5 } EVERGREEN GOLF CLUB
facebook.com/evergreen.golf.club. 251-578-5214. 18382 U.S. Hwy. 31.
FORT RUCKER { map M-8 } SILVER WINGS GOLF COURSE
rucker.armymwr.com. 334-255-0089. 20067 Combat Rd., Bldg. 20067.
GENEVA { map N-8 } RIVER OAKS GOLF COURSE
facebook.com/river.oaks.509. 334-684-6190. 203 River Oaks Rd.
GREENVILLE { map K-6 } ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL AT CAMBRIAN RIDGE
rtjgolf.com/cambrianridge. 334-382-9787. 101 SunBelt Pkwy.
HEADLAND { map M-10 } HEADLAND COUNTRY CLUB INC. headlandcountryclub.org. 334-693-2324. 4175 AL Hwy. 134E.
GATEWAY PARK GOLF COURSE
LAGOON PARK GOLF COURSE
playmontgomerygolf.com. 334-240-4050. 2855 Lagoon Park Dr.
OPELIKA { map H-9 } ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL AT GRAND NATIONAL
rtjgolf.com/grandnational. 334-7499042. 3000 Robert Trent Jones Trail.
OZARK { map M-9 } FOX RIDGE GOLF COURSE
facebook.com/FoxRidgeGolfCourse. 334-774-3333. 815 Country Club Dr.
PHENIX CITY { map I-10 } LAKEWOOD GOLF COURSE phenixcityal.us. 334-291-4726. 2800 Lakewood Dr.
TIMBERLINE GOLF CLUB
timberlinegc.com. 205-668-7888. 300 Timberline Trail.
LAKEWINDS GOLF COURSE
CAHABA FALLS COUNTRY CLUB GOLF COURSE
ALPINE { map F-7 }
DOTHAN { map M-9 }
CALERA { map G-6 }
CENTREVILLE { map G-5 }
VANITY FAIR GOLF & TENNIS CLUB
facebook.com/VanityFairGolfClub. 251-575-4700. 613 N. Golf Dr.
205-923-2979. 3501 Cleburn Ave. SW.
ALEXANDER CITY { map G-8 }
MONROEVILLE { map L-4 }
MONTGOMERY { map J-7 }
dothannationalgolfclubandhotel.com. 334-677-3321. 7410 U.S. Hwy. 231S.
CENTRAL
lakewindsgolfclub.com. 256-825-9860. 95 CR 40, Jacksons Gap.
demopolisal.org. 334-289-1414. 748 Sports-Plex Rd.
DOTHAN NATIONAL GOLF RESORT
emeraldmountainhoa.org. 334-514-8082. 245 Mountain View Dr.
WESTSIDE GOLF
ALPINE BAY GOLF CLUB
alpinebaygolf.com. 205-268-2920. 9855 Renfroe Rd.
ANNISTON { map E-8 } ANNISTON MUNICIPAL “THE HILL” GOLF COURSE annistonal.gov. 256-231-7631. 1341 Johnston Dr.
CANE CREEK GOLF COURSE annistonal.gov. 256-820-9174. 66 Galloway Gate Rd.
INDIAN OAKS COMMUNITY GOLF COURSE
cahaba-falls-golf-course.business. site. 205-926-9323. 530 2nd St. N.
CHILDERSBURG { map F-7 } COOSA PINES GOLF CLUB coosapinesgolfclub.com. 256-378-5529. 16615 Plant Rd.
CLANTON { map H-6 } CLANTON COUNTRY CLUB
205-755-0415. 1 Country Club Rd.
COLUMBIANA { map G-6 } MAGNOLIA MEADOWS GOLF COURSE
magnoliameadows.com. 205-670-0031. 315 AL Hwy. 47.
indianoakscc.com. 256-820-4030. 201 Cherokee Trail.
DADEVILLE { map H-8 }
PINE HILL COUNTRY CLUB
stillwatersgolf.com. 256-825-1353. 797 Moonbrook Dr.
facebook.com/Pinehillcc. 256-237-2633. 175 Pine Hill Dr.
ASHLAND { map F-8 } CLAY COUNTY PUBLIC GOLF COURSE
STILLWATERS GOLF
EMPIRE { map E-5 } MARCUM GOLF COURSE
205-647-3377. 9621 Bagley Rd.
256-354-2814. 158 Country Club Rd.
HOOVER { map F-6 }
BESSEMER { map F-5 }
ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL AT ROSS BRIDGE
BENT BROOK GOLF COURSE bentbrook.com. 205-424-2368. 7900 Dickey Springs Rd.
CITY OF BESSEMER FRANK HOUSE GOLF COURSE bessemeral.org. 205-424-9540. 801 Golf Course Rd.
rtjgolf.com/rossbridge. 205-949-3085. 4000 Grand Ave.
LANETT { map F-6 } POINT UNIVERSITY GOLF CLUB pointgolfclub.com. 334-644-4503. 2001 Country Club Rd.
WOODWARD GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
MARION { map H-4 }
PRATTVILLE { map I-6 }
golfwoodward.com. 205-424-5500. 2141 Wheel Dr.
ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL AT CAPITOL HILL
BIRMINGHAM { map E-6 }
marionmilitary.edu/campus-life/ golf-course. 334-683-2583. Prier Dr.
HIGHLAND PARK GOLF COURSE
MCCALLA { map F-5 }
rtjgolf.com/capitolhill. 334-285-1114. 2600 Constitution Ave.
SELMA { map I-5 } CRAIG GOLF COURSE
craigcomplex.com/craiggolf.html. 334-872-4451. 262 Craig Industrial Park.
THOMASVILLE { map K-3 } THOMASVILLE GOLF AND RECREATION CLUB
thomasvilleal.com. 334-637-3396. 1250 Pineview Dr.
VALLEY GRANDE { map I-5 } VALLEY GRANDE GOLF COURSE 334-877-4433. 1009 Warrior Dr.
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highlandparkgolf.com. 205-322-1902. 3300 Highland Ave. S.
MOUNTAIN VIEW GOLF COURSE
MARION MILITARY INSTITUTE GOLF COURSE
THE CLUB AT LAKEVIEW
theclubatlakeview.com. 205-477-6125. 21026 Agnes Dr.
205-674-8362. 3200 Mountain View Dr., Graysville.
MONTEVALLO { map G-5 }
ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL AT OXMOOR VALLEY
cityofmontevallo.com. 205-665-8057. 1481 AL Hwy. 204.
rtjgolf.com/oxmoorvalley. 205-942-1177. 100 SunBelt Pkwy.
ROEBUCK HAWKINS GOLF COURSE
biriminghamal.gov/parks-andrecreation/golf. 205-836-7318. 8920 Roebuck Blvd.
MONTEVALLO GOLF CLUB
MORRIS { map E-6 } GREEN BRIAR GOLF COURSE
greenbriargolfcourse.com. 205-6472680. 1130 Morris Majestic Rd.
NORTHPORT { map F-3 }
ARAB { map C-5 }
HIDDEN MEADOWS GOLF COURSE
BROOKSIDE GOLF COURSE
hiddenmeadowsgc.com. 205-339-3673. 13000 Old Cove Rd.
OXFORD { map E-8 } CIDER RIDGE GOLF CLUB
ciderridgegolf.com. 256-831-7222. 200 Apple Blossom Way.
PELHAM { map F-6 } BALLANTRAE GOLF CLUB
ballantraegolf.com. 205-620-4653. 1300 Ballantrae Club Dr.
OAK MOUNTAIN STATE PARK GOLF COURSE
alapark.com. 205-620-2522. 877 Findlay Dr.
PINSON { map E-6 } CUMBERLAND LAKE GOLF COURSE
brooksidegolfarab.com. 256-586-5765. 1620 Country Club Dr. NW.
TWIN LAKES GOLF CLUB
TERRAPIN HILLS COUNTRY CLUB terrapinhillscountryclub.com. 256-845-4624. 5501 Club Dr. NW.
GADSDEN { map D-7 } LINKS AT BRIARMEADE
RAINSVILLE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
ATHENS { map A-4 }
ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL AT SILVER LAKES
RED BAY { map B-1 }
SOUTHERN GAYLES GOLF COURSE
southerngaylesgolf.com. 256-232-9888. 22230 Mooresville Rd.
rtjgolf.com/silverlakes. 256-892-3268. 1 SunBelt Pkwy., Glencoe.
TWIN BRIDGES GOLF CLUB
WILLS CREEK GOLF COURSE
GUNTERSVILLE { map C-6 }
BOAZ { map C-6 }
THE EAGLE’S NEST GOLF CLUB AT LAKE GUNTERSVILLE STATE PARK
THE “GENERAL” GOLF COURSE AT JOE WHEELER STATE PARK
facebook.com/willscreekgolf. 256-538-8781. 216 Country Club Rd.
CLEAR CREEK GOLF CLUB
facebook.com/BoazGolf. 256-5935501. 1715 AL Hwy. 205.
RUSSELLVILLE { map B-2 }
GUNTER’S LANDING GOLF
twinpinescc.com. 256-332-4191. 1855 Country Club Dr.
334-863-6416. 1172 Country Club Rd.
CENTRE { map C-8 }
QUAIL CREEK GOLF RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTER
SYLACAUGA { map G-7 }
CHEROKEE COUNTY COUNTRY CLUB
TUSCALOOSA { map G-4 } THE LINKS AT TUSCALOOSA
linksattuscaloosagolf.com. 205-2479990. 1800 Links Blvd. # 7501.
OL’ COLONY GOLF COMPLEX tcpara.org/golf. 205-562-3201. 401 Old Colony Rd.
NORTH
256-495-9608. 607 CR 393.
HUNTSVILLE { map B-5 }
CULLMAN { map C-4 }
ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL AT HAMPTON COVE
chesleyoaksgc.com. 256-796-9808. 1035 CR 1583.
CROSS CREEK GOLF COURSE
crosscreekcullman.com. 256-739-2386. 2321 CR 490, Hanceville.
TP COUNTRY CLUB
tpcountryclub.com. 256-739-0738. 700 Pine Hill Dr.
DECATUR { map B-4 } POINT MALLARD GOLF COURSE
pointmallardpark.com. 256-341-4925. 2600-A Point Mallard Dr. SE.
ALBERTVILLE { map C-6 }
DORA { map E-3 }
BIG SPRING LAKE GOLF
HORSE CREEK GOLF COURSE
bigspringlakegolf.com. 256-878-4403. 860 Country Club Rd.
horsecreekgolf.com. 205-648-1499. 1745 U.S. Hwy. 78.
WILLOW BROOK GOLF COURSE
FLAT ROCK { map A-8 }
willowbrookcourse.com. 256-679-9818. 134 Par Dr.
ALTOONA { map C-6 } WHIPPOORWILL GOLF COURSE 205-466-7003. 2920 CR 14.
ANDERSON { map A-3 } THE GOLF CLUB
thegolfclub.business.site. 256-247-7890. 2831 CR 156.
qcresort.com. 256-784-5033. 233 Quail Creek Dr.
facebook.com/cherokeecountycc. 256-927-5070. 270 CR 382.
CHESLEY OAKS GOLF COURSE
alapark.com. 256-247-9308. 4220 McLean Dr.
alapark.com. 256-571-5458. 2060 Aubrey Carr Scenic Dr.
HARTSELLE { map B-4 }
trussvillecountryclub.net. 205-655-2095. 7905 Roper Rd.
facebook.com/RedmontCountryClub. 256-356-8070. 1400 Redmont Dr.
ROGERSVILLE { map A-3 }
HIDDEN VALLEY GOLF COURSE
TRUSSVILLE COUNTRY CLUB
REDMONT RECREATION CLUB
twinbridgesgolf.com. 256-549-4866. 901 River Bend Dr.
ROANOKE { map G-10 }
TRUSSVILLE { map E-6 }
256-638-8846. 390 Pine Hill Rd.
ATTALLA { map D-6 }
BRYANT { map A-8 }
pursellfarms.com. 256-208-7640. 386 Talladega Springs Rd.
RAINSVILLE { map B-7 }
linksatbriarmeade.com. 256-492-1150. 505 Ralph Ave., Glencoe.
gunterslandinggolf.com. 256-5823000. 1000 Gunters Landing Rd.
FARMLINKS AT PURSELL FARMS
limestonesprings.com. 800-786-3410. 3000 Colonial Dr.
facebook.com/twinlakesgolfcoursellc. 256-586-3269. 211 Golfview Dr. NE.
cumberlandlakegolf.com. 205-6804653. 2150 Cumberland Lake Dr.
ROANOKE COUNTRY CLUB
LIMESTONE SPRINGS GOLF CLUB
rtjgolf.com/hamptoncove. 256-551-1818. 450 Old Hwy. 431, Owens Crossroads.
SUNSET LANDING GOLF COURSE flyhuntsville.com/hsv/sunset-landinggolf-course. 256-464-5050. 346 James Record Rd.
MERIDIANVILLE { map A-5 } COLONIAL GOLF COURSE
golfatcolonial.com. 256-828-0431. 400 Colonial Dr.
FOX RUN GOLF COURSE
foxrun-golf.com. 256-828-7564. 870 McCollum Rd.
MOULTON { map B-3 } DEER RUN GOLF COURSE cityofmoultonal.com. 256-974-7384. 1175 CR 100.
TWIN PINES COUNTRY CLUB
SCOTTSBORO { map B-7 } BROKEN ARROW FARMS GOLF brokenarrowfarmsgolf.com. 256-582-9888. 399 Broken Arrow Dr.
THE LAKE COURSE AT GOOSE POND COLONY RESORT goosepond.org/things-to-do/golf. 256-912-0063. 417 Ed Hembree Dr.
THE PLANTATION COURSE AT GOOSE POND COLONY RESORT goosepond.org/things-to-do/golf. 256-259-0101. 417 Ed Hembree Dr.
TUSCUMBIA { map A-2 } SPRING CREEK GOLF COURSE
cityoftuscumbia.org. 256-386-5670. 800 Woodmont Dr.
UNION GROVE { map B-6 } CHEROKEE RIDGE COUNTRY CLUB
cherokeeridgecc.com. 256-498-5300. 4000 Cherokee Ridge Dr.
REGIONAL GOLF ORGANIZATIONS Let these organizations assist you in planning your Alabama golf getaway.
HONOURS GOLF
MUSCLE SHOALS { map A-2 }
honoursgolf.com. 205-298-0001.
DOGWOOD HILLS GOLF RESORT & GARDENS
CYPRESS LAKES GOLF & TENNIS
COASTAL ALABAMA GOLF
dogwoodhillsgolfresortandgardens. com. 256-632-3634. 26460 AL Hwy. 71.
cypresslakesgolfandtennis.com. 256-381-1232. 1311 E. 6th St.
FLORENCE { map A-2 }
ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL AT THE SHOALS
ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL
BLACKBERRY TRAIL GOLF COURSE
rtjgolf.com/theshoals. 256-446-5111. 990 Sunbelt Pkwy.
florenceal.org. 256-740-8825. 112 Clubhouse Dr.
ONEONTA { map D-5 }
FORT PAYNE { map B-8 }
HERITAGE GOLF COURSE
DESOTO GOLF COURSE
fortpayne.org. 256-845-2571. 502 Crystal Lake Dr.
heritagegolfoneonta.com. 205-274-2390. 1364 Heritage Rd.
coastalalabamagolf.com. 251-968-5339.
rtjgolf.com. 800-949-4444.
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GULF COAST U nwind where the water meets the sky and the things to do (o r not do) seem endless.
For visitors to Alabama’s coast, the most compelling natural wonder doubles as the primary reason to visit—the Gulf of Mexico. Its warm waves lap the gorgeous white-sand beaches, setting up a perfect scene for taking a beach walk with a loved one, splashing in the turquoise water or savoring fresh-from-the-boat seafood favorites, such as those served at Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s (below). The virtues of this stunning region push inland, where different communities contribute their distinctive qualities: Point Clear offers a luxurious resort getaway, while Fairhope and Daphne rouse romance. Foley brings thrills and shopping. Orange Beach and Gulf Shores lure families with waterfront fun and a side of environmental education, and Dauphin Island presents the area’s natural side. In Mobile, the good times roll, just as they have for 300-plus years in this historic city with French roots and a visible Civil War past. “It feels like a whole different state!” visitors have said. In fact, the Gulf Coast brings about a whole different state of mind.
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Feel
See
SEE
It’s hard to ignore what your eyes reveal first: the kiss between turquoise water and a sunny sky; the surprisingly white strands; and the variety of invitations to do something beachy—parasail, fish, rent a boat or simply lounge on a deck with a favorite drink in hand. Get lost in a pinkishorange sunset from the pier in Fairhope or the top of Dauphin’s restaurant in Mobile. For a dose of visual retrospection, visit the restored Blakeley Civil War Battlefield in Spanish Fort to see where soldiers fought.
HEAR
At night or in the early morning when it’s quiet and you’re close to the shore, the splash of the rolling waves casts its spell. By day, giggles and laughter take over, especially when gliding high above Orange Beach on a zipline or riding a Segway around Gulf Shores. Gulls call to one another at the Audubon Bird Sanctuary on Dauphin Island, and concerts resound from The Wharf Amphitheater. Head inland to Foley’s Coastal Textile Center to listen and learn how to work yarn through a loom.
Escape for the
Senses
Soft sand. G entle breez es. Succulent seafood. B riny sea air. Sq ueals of delight. And so begins a vacation on the G ulf C oast. FEEL
Feeling the coast comes immediately, but inconspicuously. The slight wind lifts your hair as fine grains of sand massage your heels in your flip-flops, even before you’ve reached the beach. And the sun warms your skin so that a dip in the Gulf of Mexico perfectly refreshes.
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Hear
Left to right: Gulf beaches, Bellingrath Gardens, Humminghbird Ziplines, Jesse’s Restaurant
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Engage
This page, top to bottom: courtesy of GSOBT/Chris Granger, ATD/Chris Granger (2). Opposite, top to bottom: courtesy of GSOBT/Chris Granger, ATD/Art Meripol
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SNIFF THE MARINE AIR ON THE FERRY BETWEEN FORT GAINES AND FORT MORGAN.
DINE AT LUCY BUFFETT’S LULU’S TO FEEL LIKE YOU’VE STEPPED INTO A BACKYARD FISH FRY.
STOP AND SMELL THE ROSES ALONG THE WILBOURNE ANTIQUE ROSE TRAIL IN FOLEY.
LOOK AT STATUES MADE OF SCRAP METAL OUTSIDE DAPHNE’S U.S. SPORTS ACADEMY.
SMELL
Breathe deeply in Theodore at 65-acre Bellingrath Gardens, where spring brings gorgeous azaleas and award-winning roses, followed by fragrant gardenias and more blossoms year-round. Tour the onsite museum home to further appreciate what was originally a humble fishing camp.
TASTE
Casual, fine-dining Jesse’s Restaurant in Magnolia Springs doesn’t list fish on its printed menu for good reason. It serves the freshest fish it can get, often caught the same day, as daily specials. The exception is Gulf shrimp, which is available in every season, thus always on the menu. Oysters, too. Don’t leave the region without sampling coconut cream cheesecake from Hope’s Cheesecake in Gulf Shores.
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Clockwise from top left: Fairhope shopping, Aquarium of Alabama at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab, Africatown
Where the Kids Are Take a break from the beach or spend a rainy afternoon inside the Aquarium of Alabama at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab. Through interactive exhibits and experiences, this hands-on, educational aquarium exposes youngsters to four key habitats of coastal Alabama: the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta, Mobile Bay, the Barrier Islands and the northern Gulf of Mexico. The 7,000-gallon stingray touch pool is a favorite stop.
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Adventure beyond the big cities to appreciate what life is like in the rest of the region. E ach of these small towns, plus many others, offers ex cellent reasons to steer off the beaten path and discover something notable. FAIRHOPE
MAGNOLIA SPRINGS
BAYOU LA BATRE
Art in Abundance
Riverside Retreat
Fishing Village Charm
Founded in 1894 as an experimental economic colony with a “fair hope” of succeeding, modern Fairhope has become a seaside arts hub that Southern Living once named the “Best Small Southern Town.” It features great shopping and food as well as boutique arts stores, including Page and Palette bookstore and the Eastern Shore Art Center.
Some towns are called backwaters. In Magnolia Springs that is how you get your mail—via the backwater: the town boasts the nation’s only river route for full-time mail delivery. The charming, colorful community features Jesse’s Restaurant, famed for its aged steaks and freshcatch seafood, and stately Magnolia Springs Bed and Breakfast, built in 1897.
Whether you are a fisherman or just someone who loves seafood, head to “The Seafood Capital of Alabama.” The picturesque fishing village, which takes its name from when it was a French settlement with an artillery battery, exudes Southern charm with a French flair. Watch fish and shrimp boats return to the docks as gulls soar overhead.
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TO EXPLORE ON YOUR OWN, THE PLACES COME ALIVE WITH A GUIDE’S INSIGHT. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE AFRICATOWN, THE SITE WHERE THE LAST CARGO OF AFRICANS, ON THE CLOTILDA, LANDED IN 1860. THE PLATEAU CEMETERY IS THE FINAL RESTING PLACE FOR MANY OF THOSE SURVIVORS AND INCLUDES THE GRAVE OF CUDJO LEWIS.
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SMALL-TOWN HIGHLIGHTS
THE DORA FRANKLIN FINLEY AFRICAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE TRAIL: MOBILE’S AFRICAN-AMERICAN CULTURE TAKES CENTER STAGE ON THIS TRAIL. THE CITY’S AND STATE’S DIVERSITY TRACES BACK MORE THAN 300 YEARS WITH PIVOTAL EVENTS, ICONIC CHARACTERS AND SIGNATURE LANDMARKS. ALTHOUGH AVAILABLE
Gulf Coast ATTRACTIONS & EXPERIENCES 1
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BAY MINETTE
WILMER Big Creek Lake
PERDIDO
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CREOLA To Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Grab your state map to find these attractions at the following highway exits. Please call attractions for specific directions.
Meaher 163 State Park
SILVERHILL
THEODORE
GRAND 188 BAY BAYOU LA BATRE
193
FAIRHOPE POINT CLEAR
Mobile Bay
98A
DAUPHIN ISLAND
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To Pensacola, Florida
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ROBERTSDALE 90
SUMMERDALE
MAGNOLIA SPRINGS BON SECOUR Bon Secour Bay
Welcome Center
LOXLEY
ELBERTA FOLEY 59
LILLIAN
Perdido Bay 182
ORANGE BEACH GULF State SHORES GulfPark
RTJ GOLF TRAIL AT MAGNOLIA GROVE Mobile, I-65 Exit 5B BELLINGRATH GARDENS & HOME Theodore, I-10 Exit 15 DAUPHIN ISLAND, AQUARIUM OF ALABAMA AT THE DAUPHIN ISLAND SEA LAB, MOBILE BAY FERRY, HISTORIC FORT GAINES Dauphin Island, I-10 Exit 17 GULF COAST EXPLOREUM SCIENCE CENTER & DIGITAL DOME THEATER, FORT OF COLONIAL MOBILE Mobile, I-10 Exit 26B USS ALABAMA BATTLESHIP MEMORIAL PARK Mobile, I-10 Exit 27/30 DAPHNE’S BAYFRONT PARK Daphne, I-10 Exit 35
FAIRHOPE SHOPPING, GRAND HOTEL MARRIOTT RESORT Fairhope, I-10 Exit 35 ALABAMA GULF COAST ZOO Gulf Shores, I-10 Exit 44 GULF BEACHES Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan, I-10 Exit 44 GULF STATE PARK, FORT MORGAN HISTORIC SITE Gulf Shores, I-10 Exit 44 FOLEY SHOPPING Foley, I-10 Exit 44 THE WHARF, HUGH S. BRANYON BACKCOUNTRY TRAIL, DEEP SEA FISHING Orange Beach, I-10 Exit 44 FIVE RIVERS DELTA RESOURCE CENTER Spanish Fort, U.S. 90 W/U.S. 98 W
Gulf of Mexico
Marinas are listed on page 170. For charter fishing services, contact the marinas or see the information sources on page 198. The boats listed here offer sight-seeing cruises. Visit alabama.travel for additional attractions.
BAY MINETTE { map N-3 } BALDWIN COUNTY COURTHOUSE
discovernorthbaldwin.com. Courthouse Square, 36507.
BAY MINETTE WATER TOWER
discovernorthbaldwin.com. 301 McMeans Ave., 36507.
L & N RAILROAD STATION
discovernorthbaldwin.com. 251-937-5665. 301 McMeans Ave., 36507.
MURAL: REMOVAL OF THE COUNTY SEAT
discovernorthbaldwin.com. 601 McMeans Ave., 36507.
BON SECOUR { map P-3 } SWIFT-COLES HISTORIC HOME
swiftcoleshistorichome.com. 251-949-5550. 17424 Swift-Coles Lane, 36511.
CITRONELLE { map N-2 } CITRONELLE DEPOT MUSEUM citronellehps.org. 251-866-7730. 19000 S. Center St., 36522.
DAPHNE { map O-3 } AFRICAN-AMERICAN SCHOOL MUSEUM
AMERICAN SPORT ART MUSEUM & ARCHIVES (ASAMA)
DAUPHIN ISLAND { map P-2 }
BOOTH SCULPTURE PARK
actionoutdoors.org. 251-861-2201. 650 LeMoyne Dr., 36528.
asama.org. 251-626-3303. One Academy Dr., 36526. 251-621-8222. U.S. Hwy. 98 at Main St., 36526.
ACTION OUTDOORS SIGHTSEEING CRUISES
DAPHNE ART CENTER
daphneartcenter.com. 251-586-8096. 1704 6th St., 36526.
DAPHNE BAYFRONT PARK/PAVILION www.daphnebayfrontpark.org. 251-621-8222. 6200 Bayfront Park Dr., 36526.
DAPHNE CENTRAL PARK DISC GOLF daphneal.com/186/Parks. 28 Lake Shore Dr., 36526.
DAPHNE HISTORY MUSEUM
www.daphnemuseumalabama.org. 251-621-8222. 405 Dryer Ave., 36526.
GATOR BOARDWALK
251-621-8222. Entrance on N. Main St. (Near Exxon Station), 36536.
GEN. ANDREW JACKSON’S OAK AT VILLAGE PARK PRESERVE
daphneal.com. 251-621-9000. 27717 Main St. (Scenic Hwy. 98), 36526.
MALBIS MEMORIAL CHURCH
251-626-3050. 29300 AL Hwy. 181, 36526.
MAY DAY PARK & PIER
eschamber.com. 251-621-8222. End of College Ave., on the bay, 36526.
AQUARIUM OF ALABAMA AT THE DAUPHIN ISLAND SEA LAB
sealabestuarium.org. 251-861-7500. 102 Bienville Blvd., 36528. Discoveries are waiting with more than 100 species on display, a stingray touch pool and Living Marsh Boardwalk.
AUDUBON BIRD SANCTUARY dauphinisland.org. 251-861-3607. 213 Bienville Blvd., 36528.
CEDAR POINT FISHING PIER
dauphinisland.org. 251-873-4476. 18250 Dauphin Island Pkwy., Coden, 36523.
DAUPHIN ISLAND KAYAK & BICYCLE RENTALS
gsob.co/DauphinIslandRentals. 251-422-5285. Various locations, 36528.
251-510-0355. 1000 Main St., 36526.
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DAUPHIN ISLAND PIER
251-861-6972. Dauphin Island Beach, 1509 Bienville Blvd., 36528.
EASTERN SHORE ART CENTER
DAUPHIN ISLAND PUBLIC BEACH dauphinisland.org. 251-861-3607. 1551 Bienville Blvd., 36528.
EASTERN SHORE TRAIL
HISTORIC FORT GAINES
dauphinisland.org. 251-861-6992. 51 Bienville Blvd., 36528.
MOBILE BAY FERRY
mobilebayferry.com. 251-861-3000. 101 Bienville Blvd., 36528.
SHELL MOUND PARK
outdooralabama.com/activities/indian-shellmound-park. 251-861-2882. 2 N. Iberville Dr., 36528.
ELBERTA { map P-3 } A-PAIR-A-DICE CHARTERS
apairadicecharters.com. 251-233-7200. Barber Marina, 26986 Fish Trap Rd., Elberta, 36530.
BALDWIN COUNTY HERITAGE MUSEUM
facebook.com/BCHeritageM. 251-986-8375. 25521 U.S. Hwy. 98E, 36530.
ELBERTA VETERANS MEMORIAL 251-986-5995. 13052 Main St., 36530.
GULF BAY ADVENTURES
facebook.com/Gulf-Bay-Adventures723906584320673. 251-752-0367. 9876 McGee St., 36530.
esartcenter.org. 251-928-2228. 401 Oak Ave., 36532.
WEEKS BAY NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVE weeksbayreserve.com. 251-928-9792. 11300 U.S. Hwy. 98, 36532.
FOLEY { map P-3 }
baldwincountytrailblazers.wordpress.com/easternshore-trail-map. 251-865-7223. Along U.S. Hwy. 98 and Scenic 98.
BEACH ’N BUGGYS
FAIRHOPE MUNICIPAL PIER
BEACHNRIVER KAYAK RENTALS
cofairhope.com. 251-928-2136. 1 N. Beach Dr., 36532.
beachnriverkayakrentals.com. 251-971-8359. 18743 Keller Rd., 36535.
FAIRHOPE MUSEUM OF HISTORY
COASTAL TEXTILE CENTER
fairhopeal.gov/departments/museum. 251-929-1471. 24 N. Section St., 36532.
coastaltextilecenter.com. 251-943-2960. Corner of CR 10 & Riverwood Dr., 36535.
JAMES P. NIX CENTER
CREEKSIDE MINI GOLF & ARCADE
fairhopeal.gov/services/james-p-nix-center. 251-928-2835. 1 Bayou Dr., 36532.
creeksideminigolf.net. 251-451-4653. 30868 CR 20, 36535.
LANDMARK TOURS
FOLEY ART CENTER
landmarktours.com. 251-928-0207. 26 Hoffren Dr., 36532.
foleyartcenter.com. 251-943-4381. 211 N. McKenzie St., 36535.
LYONS SHARE
FOLEY DEPOT MUSEUM & ARCHIVES AND MODEL TRAIN EXHIBIT
lyonssharegallery.com. 251-928-2507. 330 De La Mare Ave., 36532.
beachnbuggys.com. 251-978-8051. 504 E. Orange Ave., 36535.
foleyrailroadmuseum.com. 251-943-1818. 125 E. Laurel Ave., 36535.
MARIETTA JOHNSON MUSEUM mariettajohnson.org. 251-990-8601. 10 S. School St., 36532.
OAK HOLLOW FARM, INC. oakhollowfarm.net. 251-928-4840. 14210 Greeno Rd., 36532.
HUT OF ELBERTA
hutofelberta.com. 251-979-4374. 24980 State St., 36530.
VISIT ALABAMA.TRAVEL/ EXPERIENCE-ALABAMA/BEACHES DISCOVER YEAR-ROUND EVENTS AND SPECIAL PLACES THAT REVEAL SLICES OF AUTHENTIC GULF COAST LIFE.
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WITH OUR LARGE SELECTION OF RENTAL HOMES, YOU’LL FIND THE PERFECT ACCOMMODATIONS FOR LARGE OR SMALL GROUPS, LOCATED GULF FRONT, BAY FRONT OR IN-BETWEEN. DEPENDING ON THE SEASON, STAY WITH US DAILY, WEEKLY OR MONTHLY PERIODS AT PRICES THAT FIT EVERY BUDGET! 1.877.861.3992 • www.boardwalk-realty.com 1804 Bienville Blvd | Dauphin Island, AL 36528
The vacation moment you’ve never had before is waiting, amid 520 acres of fun. Enjoy thrilling rides in The Park at OWA, ranked America’s #4 Most Affordable Theme Park, plus resort-wide events and great new additions in Downtown OWA: • Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen
• Lucy’s Retired Surfers Bar
• Legends in Concert
• C’est Le Vin Wine Bar & Shop
• Brandon Styles Live
• Clash eSports Center
Find your extraordinary moment at award-winning OWA—the South’s most complete resort destination. FOLEY, AL | 7 MILES FROM THE BEACH | VISITOWA.COM | 251.923.2111
THRILL, THEN CHILL.
Come to Dauphin Island FOR OUR SUCCULENT SEAFOOD, BIRDS, BOATING, BEACHES AND GIFT SHOPS GALORE. THEN RIDE THE MOBILE BAY FERRY, RENT BICYCLES, TAKE A NATURE TOUR, A DOLPHIN-WATCH BOAT RIDE, A LIGHTHOUSE CRUISE AND/OR A SUNSET CRUISE AND CHECK OUT THE WALKING, HIKING AND BIKING TRAILS THAT SPAN THE ISLAND. AND WHEN THE DAY IS OVER, RELAX ON A DECK OR SAND BEACH AND WATCH THE SUN GO DOWN IN
“THE SUNSET CAPITAL OF ALABAMA”! 877.532.8744 DAUPHINISLANDCHAMBER.COM
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GRAHAM CREEK NATURE PRESERVE grahamcreekpreserve.org. 251-923-4267. 23030 Wolf Bay Dr., 36535.
GULF COAST PADDLE SPORTS
gulfcoastpaddlesports.com. 251-284-4760. 14370 CR 55, 36535.
HOLMES MEDICAL MUSEUM
visitfoley.com. 251-970-1818. 111 W. Laurel Ave., 36535.
DOWNTOWN OWA/THE PARK AT OWA
visitowa.com. 251-923-2111. 1501 S. OWA Blvd., 36535.
STACEY REXALL DRUGS & OLDE TYME SODA FOUNTAIN
visitfoley.com. 251-943-7191. 121 W. Laurel Ave., 36535.
TANGER OUTLETS
tangeroutlet.com. 251-943-9303. 2601 S. McKenzie St., 36535.
WILBOURNE ANTIQUE ROSE TRAIL visitfoley.com. 251-943-1200. 125 E. Laurel Ave., 36535.
THE WORMHOLE
thewormholevr.com. 251-943-7695. 8097 AL Hwy. 59, 36535.
GULF SHORES { map P-3 }
1-8 BEDROOM PRIVATE BEACH HOMES
AAA CHARTERS
aaacharters.net. 251-609-2525. Various locations, 36561.
ALABAMA GULF COAST ZOO
alabamagulfcoastzoo.org. 251-968-5732. 20499 Oak Rd. E, 36542. A modern wildlife park on 25 acres with hands-on educational animal encounters, an awe-inspiring Tiger Splash habitat and a sky-lift for a bird’s-eye view.
BEACHFLIGHT AVIATION beachflight.com. 251-597-5999. 1215 Commerce Dr., 36542.
BIG BEACH ADVENTURE RENTALS bigbeachadventurerentals.com. 251-979-7186. Various locations, 36542.
BLUE SKY PARASAILING AND WATERSPORTS
blueskyparasailingandwatersports.net. 251-981-7400. 401 E. Beach Blvd., 36542.
BON SECOUR NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
fws.gov/refuge/Bon_Secour. 251-540-7720. 12295 AL Hwy. 180, 36542.
CLAUDE PETEET MARICULTURE CENTER/MARINE RESOURCES DIVISION 251-968-7576. 999 Commerce Loop, 36542.
Click. Book. Beach. It’s that simple.
Meyer Makes It Easy. From the moment you visit MeyerRE.com to the moment you squish your toes in the sugar-white sand of the Gulf Coast, Meyer Vacation Rentals has one goal. To make your family’s vacation experience easy, fun and memorable. Chat, call or email any time. We’re here 24/7 for you. MeyerRE.com 866-382-9635 7380
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T hirty- two miles of white- sand beaches, adrenaline- inducing activities, fresh seafood and more await in G ulf Shores, O range B each and F oley.
THEN+NOW Friday
AFTERNOON While the options for lodging run the gamut on the coast—vacation rentals, full-service hotels, and even the beachfront luxury of the Original Romar House Bed and Breakfast Inn—The Lodge at Gulf State Park is generating the most buzz. Not only is the 350-room hotel’s LEED design garnering accolades, but so are its Eagle Cottages and eco-focused learning programs. Once you’ve unpacked in your choice of accommodations, find a spot to watch the waves and sink into vacation mode. The pier at Gulf State Park is one option. If you’d like a kid-friendly joint with a deck and adult beverages, try The Hangout. EVENING Maintain the casual vibe over dinner. Local legend Doc’s Seafood Shack & Oyster Bar in Orange Beach claims “the best fried shrimp in the entire civilized world” and great oysters on the half shell. It also has opened a second location, Doc’s Seafood & Steaks, 68 | 2020 Alabama Vacation Guide & Calendar
After the federal government deeded the land to Alabama in 1 9 3 9 , the state created G ulf State P ark that same year. E ver since, it has lured folks young and old looking for some time at the beach. W hat was fun in the 1 9 3 0 s and ’ 4 0 s essentially remains the same today.
where steaks round out the menu. Spend some time at The Wharf, where you may catch some live music, attempt an escape room or ride the Ferris wheel. In Foley, OWA has welcomed Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen as well as new rides, which make for a fun night out.
Saturday
MORNING If you’re not already staying there, head to Gulf State Park for an easy breakfast with a view at Woodside Restaurant. The Armadillo Biscuit Bowl or Beach Mouse Breakfast Sandwich provides fuel for the day’s activities. As available, participate in educational programs organized by the Gulf Coast Center for Ecotourism & Sustainability. The center recently inked an official
Left to right: courtesy of GSOBT/Chris Granger, courtesy of Alabama Dept. of Archives & History, courtesy of GSOBT/Chris Granger (2), ATD/Chris Granger; insets, top to bottom: ATD, courtesy of Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, courtesy of GSOBT
partnership with Jean Michel Cousteau’s Ocean Futures Society to develop an Ambassadors of the Environment Program for the Gulf Coast. If nothing is scheduled for the morning, consider an afternoon or evening program. AFTERNOON Re-energize at the Pink Pony, with its oldschool beach atmosphere right on the water, or at Cobalt, the Restaurant, which can be reached by water. Food is big here, so it’s no wonder that one of the recently launched Signature Experiences highlights cuisine. Sit down to an intimate, upscale multicourse chef’s dinner with chef David Pan. Each of the Signature Experiences is intended to delve more deeply into the lifestyle and culture of the Gulf Coast. High Cotton Bath Co. has invited patrons to create their own bath, body, home or pet products. Even the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo has taken part. Now in a more inland location, the zoo is the nation’s first to be built from the ground up in roughly 20 years. You now have triple the space to explore, and the animals have larger habitats. Learn about the zoo’s current programs and other
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Signature Experiences at gulfshores.com/signature-experiences. To burn some extra energy, try The Track Family Fun Park for go-karting, the Skycoaster and more. EVENING Dress for dinner and head to Fisher’s Upstairs. Here, four-time James Beard Award semifinalist for Best Chef in the South Bill Briand makes mouths water with his seasonally inspired menu that’s sure to include fresh fish, Bon Secour oysters and Gulf shrimp. Don’t skip dessert.
Sunday
MORNING After a full day yesterday, it’s time to lounge. Claim your spot on the sugar-white sands and just chill. If you must be active, consider parasailing or renting a jet ski, kayak or a stand-up paddleboard. Just stay close the beach; after all, that’s the reason you came. www.alabama.travel | 69
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COASTAL SEGWAY ADVENTURES
coastalsegwayadventures.com. 251-509-8687. 21101 AL Hwy. 135, 36542.
DOWN UNDER DIVE SHOP
downunderdiveshop.com. 251-968-3483. 1129 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542.
R E S T. R E L A X .
ESCAPE HOUSE WATERVILLE
escapehousewaterville.com. 251-948-3712. 906 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542.
THE FACTORY GULF SHORES
thefactorygulfshores.com. 251-202-0900. 18948 Oak Rd. W, 36542.
FORT MORGAN STATE HISTORIC SITE fort-morgan.org. 251-540-7127. 51 AL Hwy. 180, 36542.
GO GO KAYAKS
gogokayaks.com. 251-752-5500. 921 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542.
Located in the heart of the Alabama Gulf Coast, Turquoise Place and The Beach Club Resort & Spa offer all the amenities and services families will appreciate. BeachClubAL.com • Four onsite restaurants, featuring sushi, seafood, burgers and more • Onsite spa and shopping, as well as complimentary kid's activities
TurquoisePlace.com • Private hot tub and grill on every balcony to relax and reconnect • Complimentary breakfast, available seasonally. Spectrum exclusive!
Book direct through Spectrum Resorts for added benefits.
GULF BEACHES
gulfshores.com. 251-968-7511. 3459 Gulf Shores Pkwy. (Welcome Center), 36542.
GULF COAST ARTS ALLIANCE ART GALLERY
gulfcoastartsalliance.com. 251-948-2627. 225 E. 24th Ave., 36542.
GULF COAST ESCAPE ROOM, INC. gulfcoastescaperoom.com. 251-979-7737. 701 Gulf Shores Pkwy., Ste. A, 36542.
GULF SHORES BEACH RENTALS
gulfshoresalbeachrentals.com. 251-609-4577. 3873 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542.
GULF SHORES MUSEUM
www.gulfshoresal.gov/356/Museum. 251-968-1473. 244 W. 19th Ave., 36542.
GULF STATE PARK
alapark.com/gulf-state-park. 251-948-7275. 20115 AL Hwy. 135, 36542.
GULF STATE PARK PIER
alapark.com/Gulf-State-Park-Fishing-andEducation-Pier. 251-967-3474. 20800 E. Beach Blvd., 36542.
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IBEACH SERVICE
ibeachservice.com. 251-504-0097. 240 W. 6th Ave., 36542.
IKE’S BEACH SERVICE, INC.
ikesbeachservice.com. 251-948-3757. 800 W. Beach Blvd., 36542.
IKE’S BEACH SERVICE PARASAIL
ikesparasail.com. 251-981-0055. 800 W. Beach Blvd., 36542.
LOST BAY HELICOPTERS
lostbayhelicopters.com. 772-834-4497. 3190 Airport Dr., 36542.
LUCY BUFFETT’S LULU’S
lulubuffett.com. 251-967-5858. 200 E. 25th Ave., 36542.
PIRATE’S ISLAND ADVENTURE GOLF piratesislandgolf.com. 251-968-4653. 3201 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36547.
POTTERY CENTRAL WORLD HEADQUARTERS 251-968-4982. 2417 E. 2nd St., 36542.
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A family beach tradition for more than 20 years! LUCY BUFFETT’S LULU’S is a familyfun destination restaurant complete with a Mountain of Youth Ropes Course, Waterfront Dining, Famous LuLu’s T-Shirts, Beach Arcade, Live Music, Sandy Beach with Fountain for Youth and the most extensive Allergy Menu in Alabama! Go online to “Beat the Wait” at LuLuBuffett.com, 251-967-5858
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xperience the best of the Alabama Gulf Coast with family-fun restaurants, thrilling rides, championship golf courses, natural beauty to explore and much more! CRAFT FARMS GOLF RESORT is home to Alabama’s only two 18-hole Arnold Palmer Signature Design courses: Cotton Creek and Cypress Bend. Book your tee time and experience Pure Palmer Golf! CraftFarms.com, 800.790.3960
OWA This is your vacation entertainment destination. Minutes from the beach, OWA has it all—from The Park’s family-friendly thrills to straight-from-Vegas shows and big-name dining! VisitOWA.com, 251-923-2111
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: CRAFT FARMS, LUCY BUFFETT’S LULU’S, OWA, INTERPRETIVE CENTER, CITY OF FOLEY DINING
VISIT FOLEY Explore a charming downtown with eclectic cuisine, quaint coffee shops and local art. Friendly merchants invite you to enjoy a bite, shop or just say hello. Visit museums, discover outdoor adventure, shop the Tanger Outlets and have a thrill ride at OWA. VisitFoley.org, 251-943-1200
LEARNING CAMPUS AT GULF STATE PARK The Learning Campus features a two-cabin Bunkhouse, auditorium, indoor and outdoor classrooms and lab space to explore nature. The Campus serves as an educational base camp for visiting school groups, post-secondary students, teachers, researchers, scout troops, adult learners and other nature enthusiasts. See learningcampusgsp.com for upcoming programs.
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SAND CASTLE UNIVERSITY
sandcastleu.com. 251-600-9771. Various locations, 36542.
SHOOTING STAR KAYAKS
shooting-star-kayaks.business.site. 251-269-9470. 325 E. Canal Dr., 36542.
SHRIMPY’S MINI GOLF & ARCADE shrimpysgulfshores.com. 251-948-6464. 204 E. 2nd Ave., 36542.
Opening at New Location Coming Soon 2020 The New Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is a modern educational wildlife park on 25 expansive acres with something for everyone, from hands-on educational animal encounters and an awe-inspiring Tiger Splash habitat to a sky-lift for a bird’s-eye view of the zoo.
THE SUSAN N. MCCOLLOUGH GALLERY AND STUDIO
susannmccolloughart.media. 251-967-7677. 350 Cypress Bend Dr., 36542.
TIKI’S MINI GOLF & BIKE SHACK tikisbikeshack.com. 251-240-0506. 1204 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542.
THE TRACK FAMILY FUN PARK funatthetrack.com. 251-270-0210. 3200 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542.
WADE WARD NATURE PARK
gulfshoresal.gov/1222/Wade-Ward-Nature-Park. 251-968-1420. 500 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542.
WATERVILLE USA
watervilleusa.com. 251-948-2106. 906 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542.
WILDNATIVE TOURS
wildnativetours.com. 251-272-4088. 4159 CR 6, 36542.
XIT ESCAPE ROOM
[email protected] • alabamagulfcoastzoo.com 20499 Oak Road East, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
xitescaperoom.com. 251-752-5326. 3800 Gulf Shores Pkwy., Ste. 152, 36542.
MAGNOLIA SPRINGS { map P-3 } TAKING OFF HOT AIR BALLOON COMPANY AND BOAT TOURS gulfviewballooning.com. 251-970-3598. Various locations, 36555.
MOBILE { map O-2 } A PERSONALIZED TOUR OF HISTORIC MOBILE
lcraigroberts.com/tours. 251-343-8165. Mobile historic districts, 36608.
ALABAMA CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER
alabamacontemporary.org. 251-208-5671. 301 Conti St., 36602.
ARCHAEOLOGY MUSEUM, UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA
southalabama.edu/org/archaeology/museum. 251-460-6106. 6052 USA Dr. S, 36608.
BAY CITY CONVENTION & TOURS, INC. baycityconventions.com. 800-338-5597, 36602.
BELLINGRATH GARDENS AND HOME bellingrath.org. 251-973-2217. 12401 Bellingrath Gardens Rd., Theodore, 36582.
BIENVILLE BITES
bienvillebitesfoodtour.com. 251-622-4041. Various downtown locations, 1 36602. GSR avg 2020_Layout 8/14/2019 2:20 PM Pa
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BIG ZION AME ZION CHURCH 251-433-8431. 112 S. Bayou St., 36602.
BRAGG-MITCHELL MANSION
braggmitchellmansion.com. 251-471-6364. 1906 Springhill Ave., 36607.
BREAKOUT GAMES
breakoutgames.com/mobile. 251-460-1284. 3090 Dauphin Square Conn., 36607.
CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES
carnival.com/cruise-from/mobile.aspx. 800-764-7419. 201 Water St., 36602.
CATHEDRAL OF IMMACULATE CONCEPTION
www.mobilecathedral.org. 251-434-1565. 2 S. Claiborne St., 36602.
LAZER ZONE MOBILE
lazerzonemobile.com. 251-639-7330. 790 Schillinger Rd. N, 36608.
MARY ELIZABETH AND CHARLES BERNARD RODNING GALLERY OF ART southalabama.edu/departments/library/library galleries/galleries.html. 251-460-7021. 5901 USA Dr. N, 36688.
MOBILE BOTANICAL GARDENS
mobilebotanicalgardens.org. 251-342-0555. 5151 Museum Dr., 36608.
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MOBILE CARNIVAL MUSEUM
mobilecarnivalmuseum.com. 251-432-3324. 355 Government St., 36602.
MOBILE MEDICAL MUSEUM
mobilemedicalmuseum.org. 251-415-1109. 1664 Springhill Ave., 36604.
MOBILE MUSEUM OF ART
mobilemuseumofart.com. 251-208-5200. 4850 Museum Dr., 36608.
MOBILE MYSTERY DINNERS
mobilemysterydinners.com. 251-865-7398. 751 Dauphin St., 36602.
MOBILE POLICE MUSEUM
251-208-6304. 320 Dauphin St., 36602.
CONDÉ-CHARLOTTE MUSEUM
condecharlotte.com. 251-432-4722. 104 Theatre St., 36602. Gateway to Mobile’s History seen via the five flags that have flown over our city. National Register of Historic Places.
DORA FRANKLIN FINLEY AFRICANAMERICAN HERITAGE TRAIL dffaaht.org. 251-725-2236. 111 S. Royal St., 36602.
THE FORT OF COLONIAL MOBILE
colonialmobile.com. 251-802-3092. 150 S. Royal St., 36602.
GULF COAST DUCKS
gulfcoastducks.com. 251-525-6933. 150 S. Royal St., 36602.
GULF COAST EXPLOREUM SCIENCE CENTER AND DIGITAL DOME THEATER
exploreum.com. 251-208-6893. 65 Government St., 36602.
GULF COAST TOURS, INC.
gctbus.com. 251-633-0560. 111 S. Royal St., 36602.
GULFQUEST NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM OF THE GULF OF MEXICO
gulfquest.org. 251-436-8901. 155 S. Water St., 36602.
HANK AARON CHILDHOOD HOME AND MUSEUM
mobilebaybears.com. 251-479-2327. 755 Bolling Brothers Blvd., 36606.
MOBILE SEGWAYS
mobilesegways.com. 251-445-3652. 310 Dauphin St., 36602.
NATIONAL AFRICAN-AMERICAN ARCHIVES & MULTICULTURAL MUSEUM facebook.com/National-African-American-ArchivesMulticultural-Museum-196465557096089. 251-433-8511. 564 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., 36603.
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111 S. Royal Street, Mobile, AL 36602 historymuseumofmobile.com ALABAMA VACATION GUIDE
PERDIDO QUEEN CRUISES perdidoqueen.com. 251-948-6611. 1 S. Water St., 36602.
PHOENIX FIRE MUSEUM
historymuseumofmobile.com. 251-208-7508. 203 S. Claiborne St., 36602.
RICHARDS-DAR HOUSE MUSEUM richardsdarhouse.com. 251-208-7320. 256 N. Joachim St., 36603.
SECRET HISTORY TOURS
secrethistorytours.com. 251-752-9868. Downtown, 36602.
SPRING HILL COLLEGE
shc.edu. 251-380-4000. 4000 Dauphin St., 36608.
SUNSHINE CANOES
sunshinecanoerentals.com. 251-367-4144. Mobile-Tensaw River.
UNITY POINT PARK
Enjoy 65 acres of year-round floral pageantry in a Southern estate garden.
theclio.com/web/entry?id=7772. 900 Spring Hill Ave., 36604.
HISTORIC MAGNOLIA CEMETERY magnoliacemetery.com. 251-208-7307. 1202 Virginia St., 36604.
HISTORIC OAKLEIGH
historicoakleigh.org. 251-432-1281. 350 Oakleigh Pl., 36604.
THE HISTORY MUSEUM OF MOBILE historymuseumofmobile.com. 251-208-7569. 111 S. Royal St., 36602.
USS ALABAMA BATTLESHIP MEMORIAL PARK ussalabama.com. 251-433-2703. 2703 Battleship Pkwy., 36602.
MT. VERNON { map N-2 } MOWA CHOCTAW CULTURAL CENTER mowachoctawindians.com. 251-829-5500. 1080 Red Fox Rd. W, 36560.
251.973.2217 bellingrath.org
$2 off adult combo ticket
Limit 4 admissions per coupon. Not valid with other discounts. Not valid during Magic Christmas in Lights. Alabama Vacation Guide
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Mobile
BY LAURA MCGILL
Alabama’ s P ort C ity has had more than 3 0 0 years to get ready to fill your weekend with amaz ing food, cultural ex periences and bayside views.
THEN+NOW Friday
EVENING Freshen up at your downtown hotel before walking to an upscale meal nearby. Enjoy the lofty views of Mobile Bay from Dauphin’s on the 34th floor of the RSA Trustmark Bank Building. The Noble South and Southern National are also tasty choices. NIGHT On Dauphin Street, the options for a nightcap, entertainment and maybe even some shenanigans seem endless. The beer selection at LoDa Bier Garten garners global attention. Eugene’s Monkey Bar is inspired by Mobile’s unique character Eugene Walter. Learn his story over a craft cocktail.
Saturday
MORNING Fuel up with breakfast at Spot of Tea, where the musthave dish is Eggs Cathedral, a masterpiece of English muffin, crab cake, scrambled eggs and seafood sauce. It is the best of Mobile on
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T ake the B ankhead T unnel under the M obile R iver to visit the “ M ighty A,” the U SS AL AB AM A B attleship. I t set sail F ebruary 1 6 , 1 9 4 2 , as shown above. T oday, the battleship’ s M emorial P ark includes the W W I I submarine U SS D R U M , tanks, aircraft and other evocative tributes.
a plate! Walk off the enormous meal with downtown discoveries at the History Museum of Mobile, the Fort of Colonial Mobile, the Mobile Carnival Museum or one of three historic homes: Condé-Charlotte Museum House, Richards-DAR House Museum and Historic Oakleigh Complex. NOON In the Oakleigh Historic District, pull up a chair at Callaghan’s Irish Social Club, a friendly pub with an amazing burger. On Old Shell Road, the Dew Drop Inn has been serving its world-famous hot dogs since 1924. Save room for a sweet treat at Cammie’s Old Dutch Ice Cream Shoppe—homemade flavors have been scooped here since 1956.
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Left to right: ATD/Tad Denson, courtesy of Alabama Dept. of Archives & History, ATD/Chris Granger (3); insets top to bottom: courtesy of DFFAAHT, courtesy of GulfQuest, ATD/Chris Granger
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NIGHT Check the schedule for Mobile’s historic Saenger Theatre, where performances range from ballet to blues music, and beyond. If the theater is dark, just let your ears guide you to one of the downtown hotspots where regional and up-and-coming acts frequently take a stage.
Sunday
MORNING Rise and shine! You still have a few more hours to soak up the best of Mobile. Start with The Ruby Slipper Café for a New Orleans-influenced breakfast. Its tale of post-Hurricane Katrina rebirth and growth is inspiring. Look for mouthwatering seasonal specials on the menu. Once done, push back from the table and enjoy a leisurely drive through one of Mobile’s historic districts or the campus of Spring Hill College to witness the Instagram-worthy Avenue of Oaks. AFTERNOON Make your way south on Dauphin Island Parkway and set your GPS for the Mariner Restaurant at the Grand Mariner Marina. You’ll be surrounded by savvy locals who know this is the spot to dine on crab claws, shrimp, flounder and crawfish, in season.
OPPOSITE: THE USS ALABAMA BATTLESHIP FINALLY AT REST IN ITS EPONYMOUS MEMORIAL PARK, PREPARING A DISH AT SOUTHERN NATIONAL; THIS PAGE, FROM TOP: FINDING SWEET JOY AT CAMMIE’S OLD DUTCH ICE CREAM SHOPPE, DRESSING UP—BEADS AND ALL—FOR MARDI GRAS AT THE MOBILE CARNIVAL MUSEUM.
AFTERNOON By now, you’ve noticed Mobile’s connection to the water and the importance of its port. Get closer to the relationship with a WildNative Tour at Cooper Riverside Park. From the boat, you can see the port in action. On land, step inside GulfQuest National Maritime Museum to engage with interactive exhibits. EVENING An afternoon on or near the water leaves you hungry for fresh, local seafood. You’re in luck because some of Mobile’s top seafood restaurants stretch along a nearby thin strip of land known as the Causeway. Take your pick from Bluegill, Ed’s Seafood Shed, Felix’s Fish Camp or Original Oyster House. Each one is beloved and delicious, so expect a wait, especially on a Saturday night. Don’t worry; the extra anticipation is worth every bite. www.alabama.travel | 75
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GULF ADVENTURE CHARTERS Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach
boatgulfadventurecharters.com. 251-424-3430. 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
GULF COAST LUXURY YACHT CHARTERS gulfcoastluxuryyachtcharters.com. 251-979-1880. 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
GULF COAST PADDLE COMPANY
gcpcal.com. 251-550-7235. 26189 Canal Rd., 36561.
GULF ISLAND CHARTERS
gulfislandcharters.net. 337-242-9276. 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., 36561.
HAPPY HARBOR WATERSPORTS happyharbors.com. 251-981-6111. 27212 Marina Rd., 36561.
HIGH PRESSURE DIVE CHARTERS hpdiveshop.com. 251-721-9111. 29603 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
HUGH S. BRANYON BACKCOUNTRY TRAIL
backcountrytrail.com. 251-981-1063. 3801 Orange Beach Blvd., 36561.
HUMMINGBIRD ZIPLINE COURSE AT THE WHARF
zipthegulf.com. 251-948-9494. 4830 Main St., Ste. G-114, 36561.
INFINITY BIKES
infinity-bicycles.com. 251-974-1727. 4575 Orange Beach Blvd., 36561.
ADVENTURE ISLAND
adventure-island.com. 251-974-1500. 24559 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
ALABAMA CRUISES AT HUDSON MARINA
hudsonmarina.net/orange-beach-sailing-adventures. htm. 251-981-4127. 4575 S. Wilson Blvd., 36561.
ALABAMA EXTREME WATERSPORTS aewatersports.com. 251-345-1301. 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., 36561.
ALABAMA GULF DIVERS/ DRIPPIN’ WET CHARTERS
gulfdiver.net. 251-716-0151. 27844 Canal Rd., 36561.
ARENA THE NEXT LEVEL
arenaorangebeach.com. 251-224-5297. 4720 Main St., 36561.
CETACEAN CRUISES
ISLAND BOAT EXCURSIONS
CHUTE FOR THE SKYE PARASAIL
JET BOAT ORANGE BEACH
cetaceancruises.com. 251-550-8000. 4673 Wharf Pkwy. W, 36561. chuteskyeparasail.com. 251-979-2475. 27206 Safe Harbor Dr., 36561.
COASTAL ARTS CENTER OF ORANGE BEACH/CLAY STUDIO/ THE HOT SHOP coastalartscenter.com. 251-981-2787. 26389 Canal Rd., 36561.
COASTAL KAYAK EXCURSIONS, LLC coastalkayakexcursions.com. 251-253-2430. 28101 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
CRUISE ORANGE BEACH DOLPHIN CRUISES
cruiseob.com. 251-986-6694. 27844 Canal Rd., 36561.
DOLPHIN CRUISES ABOARD THE AMERICA II
hudsonmarina.net/Orange-Beach-Alabama-DolphinCruises.htm. 251-981-4127. 4575 S. Wilson Blvd., 36561.
island-boat-excursions.com. 251-609-0752. 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., 36561. jetboatorangebeach.com. 251-971-0033. 27075 Marina Rd., 36561.
MAX DRAG CHARTERS
orangebeachcharterboats.com. 251-609-1502. 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., 36561.
OB WATERSPORTS
obwatersports.com. 251-981-2527. 27194 Marina Rd., 36561.
ORANGE BEACH BOAT RENTALS obboatrentals.com. 251-979-3644. 4673 Wharf Pkwy. W, 36561.
ORANGE BEACH CAT BOAT TOURS orangebeachcatboattours.com. 251-980-8410. 28101 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
ORANGE BEACH INDIAN & SEA MUSEUM
BACK BAY CHARTERS
DOLPHIN CRUISES ABOARD THE COLD MIL FLEET
BACK BAY SAILING ADVENTURES
DOLPHIN FUN DOLPHIN CRUISES
backbaysailing.com. 251-550-9774. 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., 36561.
dolphincruises.net. 251-971-1893. 27075 Marina Rd., 36561.
ORANGE BEACH MARINA WATERSPORTS
BEACH BIKE RENTALS
DOLPHIN TALES DOLPHIN CRUISES
beachbikerentalsorangebeach.com. 251-968-1770. 22989 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
10dolphincruise.com. 251-269-5555. 26619 W. Perdido Ave., 36561.
ORANGE BEACH PARASAIL
BLUE DOLPHIN CRUISES, LLC
DOLPHINS DOWN UNDER— GLASS BOTTOM DOLPHIN TOURS
ORANGE BEACH PIRATE SHIP CRUISE
dolphinsdownunder.net. 251-968-4386. 28101 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
hudsonmarina.net/Pirate-Adventure.htm. 251-981-4127. 4575 S. Wilson Blvd., 36561.
FAT DADDY’S ARCADE
ORANGE BEACH PRIVATE DOLPHIN FAMILY SAFARIS
backbaycharters.net. 251-500-1400. Zeke’s Landing Marina, 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
bluedolphincruises.com. 251-981-2774. 29603 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
BREAKOUT GAMES ORANGE BEACH
breakoutgames.com. 251-929-8330. 4776 Main St., Ste. L-208, 36561.
CARIBE MARINA & WATERSPORTS— DOLPHIN & MERMAID CRUISES caribemarina.com. 251-980-8410. 28101 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
dolphincruises.com. 251-943-3510. 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., 36561.
fatdaddysarcadeorangebeach.com. 251-980-1050. 24565 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
FLORA-BAMA MARINA & WATERSPORTS
fishflorabama.com. 251-980-5222. 29603 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
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orangebeachal.gov. 251-981-8545. 25850 John Snook Dr., 36561.
obmwatersports.com. 251-981-1800. 27075 Marina Rd., 36561. obparasail.com. 251-981-8359. 27844 Canal Rd., 36561.
orangebeachdolphintours.com. 251-609-3444. 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., 36561.
Above: ATD/Chris Granger
ORANGE BEACH { map P-3 }
ORANGE BEACH SAILING ADVENTURES
sailob.com. 251-981-7245. 4575 S. Wilson Blvd., 36561.
PADDLED BY YOU
paddledbyyou.com. 251-752-9250. 26448 Cotton Bayou Dr., 36561.
PARASAIL SKY SURFER
WIND & WATER LEARNING CENTER
RED EAGLE AND SEHOY III GRAVE SITES
POINT CLEAR { map P-2 }
STOCKTON HERITAGE MUSEUM
windandwaterlearning.com. 251-424-5909. 26233 Canal Rd., 36561.
MAKING WAVES CHARTERS, INC.
making-waves.us. 251-209-1168. One Grand Blvd., 36564.
discovernorthbaldwin.com. 251-937-5665. Off AL Hwy. 59, 36507. stocktonheritage.org. 251-937-4666. 52915 AL Hwy. 59, 36579.
SUMMERDALE { map P-3 }
POINT CLEAR PROMENADE
ALLIGATOR ALLEY
pedegoelectricbikes.com. 251-213-1922. 25405 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
ROBERTSDALE { map O-3 }
TENSAW { map M-3 }
PERDIDO BEACH SERVICES
FORTY SOUTH FARM & ZOO
facebook.com/fortysouthfarms. 251-978-0166. 27257 Glass Rd., 36567.
FORT MIMS STATE HISTORIC SITE
parasailskysurfer.com. 251-923-4808. 27200 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
PEDEGO ELECTRIC BIKES
perdidobeachservice.com. 251-981-4807. 25328 Canal Rd., 36561.
PLEASURE ISLAND DIVERS
facebook.com/Pleasure-Island-DIvers320907065013214. 251-263-5557. 28707 Canal Rd., 36561.
PLEASURE ISLAND PARASAIL
visiteasternshorealabama.com. 251-621-8222. End of Zundell Rd., off U.S. Hwy. 98, 36564.
hpdiveshop.com. 251-721-9111. 24377 AL Hwy. 59, 36567.
PERDIDO RIVER CANOE TRAIL
alabamacanoetrails.com/perdido. 251-625-0814. East of River Rd., 36567.
SILVERHILL { map O-3 }
R & R WATERSPORTS
WALES WEST RV RESORT & LIGHT RAILWAY
SAIL THE DAEDALUS
sailthedaedalus.com. 251-987-1228. 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., 36561.
SAIL WILD HEARTS
sailwildhearts.com. 251-981-6700. Across the street from Perdido Beach Resort, 27200 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
SAILAWAY CHARTERS
sailorskip.com. 251-974-5055. 24231 Gulf Bay Rd., 36561.
SANROC CAY
waleswest.com. 888-569-5337. 13670 Smiley St., 36576.
alabama5rivers.com. 251-625-0814. 30945 Five Rivers Blvd., 36527.
southernrosedolphintrips.com. 251-981-7673. 27212 Marina Rd., 36561.
THE SUNNY LADY DOLPHIN & SUNSET TOURS @ THE WHARF
dolphincruiseorangebeach.com. 251-589-7117. 4673 Wharf Pkwy. W, 36561.
SURF’S UP DOLPHIN CRUISES
surfsupdolphincruise.com. 251-965-7873. 28101 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
WAHOO WATER SPORTS
wahoowatersports.com. 251-981-1998. 4576 Walker Key Blvd., 36561.
AIRBOAT EXPRESS
MAY BE AVAILABLE
800.824.6462 | www.sugsands.com
22991 Perdido Beach Blvd. | Orange Beach, AL 36561
Sunny with a
blakeleypark.com. 251-626-0798. 34745 AL Hwy. 225, 36527.
JIMBO’S DELTA EXCURSIONS
jimbosdeltaexcursions.com. 251-610-0082. 3775B Battleship Pkwy., 36527.
MEAHER STATE PARK
alapark.com/meaher-state-park. 251-626-5529. 5200 Battleship Pkwy., 36527.
WEHLE NATURE CENTER AT BLAKELEY blakeleypark.com. 251-626-0798. 34745 AL Hwy. 225, 36527.
WILDNATIVE DELTA SAFARIS
wildnativetours.com/delta-safaris. 251-259-8531. 30841 Five Rivers Blvd., 36527.
STOCKTON { map N-3 }
BARTRAM CANOE TRAIL
alwharf.com. 251-224-1000. 23101 Canal Rd., 36561.
GUARANTEE!
OTHER SPECIALS
HISTORIC BLAKELEY STATE PARK
WAVE WATERSPORT RENTALS
THE WHARF
BEST PRICE
blakeleypark.com/cruises. 251-626-0798. 34745 AL Hwy. 225, 36527.
BALDWIN COUNTY BICENTENNIAL PARK
hudsonmarina.net. 251-981-9283. 4575 S. Wilson Blvd., 36561.
SUGSANDS.COM
airboatadventures.net. 251-680-4477. 3775 Battleship Pkwy., 36527.
WALLACE BOAT RENTALS
wallaceboatrentals.com. 251-981-5757. 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
CALL NOW OR VISIT
DISCOUNT Mention Code 2020 10%.
AIRBOAT ADVENTURES
DELTA EXPLORER
SOUTHERN ROSE PARASAILING & DOLPHIN CRUISES
10%
5 RIVERS - ALABAMA’S DELTA RESOURCE CENTER
SKIPPER “J” BOAT TOURS
skydivethegulf.com. 850-543-8756. Lands at Flora-Bama. 28502 Frank Rd., Elberta, 36530.
REALTY & MANAGEMENT
We offer beachfront accommodations for vacation rentals and second home investments.
SPANISH FORT { map O-3 }
airboatexpress.com. 251-370-7089. 3733 Battleship Pkwy., 36527.
SKYDIVE THE GULF
Sugar Sands
Some restrictions apply.
sanroccay.com. 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. skipperjboattours.com. 502-445-7777. 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., 36561.
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/ftmims/ftmims.aspx. 251-533-9024. 1813 Fort Mims Rd., 36579.
HIGH PRESSURE DIVE SHOP
pleasureislandparasail.com. 251-974-5359. 27844 Canal Rd., 36561. rnrwatersports.com. 251-517-3651. Various locations, 36561.
gatoralleyfarm.com. 251-946-2483. 19950 CR 71, 36580.
fun! of
discovernorthbaldwin.com. 251-580-1897. 51233 AL Hwy. 225, 36579. alabamacanoetrails.com/bartram. 251-625-0814. 36507.
CONDOS & BEACH HOUSES
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WHERE TO STAY HOTELS & RESORTS C BREAKFAST INCLUDED P H ACCESSIBILITY
PETS ALLOWED
Amenities vary by location and region. To learn the full range of options available, accessibility specifics and pet policies, call your desired destination directly.
BAY MINETTE { map N-3 } LOG CABIN INN
logcabininn.us. 251-494-0234. 1819 S. U.S. Hwy. 31, 36507. C P H
MOTEL 6
251-937-9521. 1402 U.S. Hwy. 31S, 36507. P H
RED ROOF INN
redroof.com. 251-937-8800. 610 McMeans Ave., 36507. P H
HAMPTON INN - MOBILE/ EAST BAY
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 251-626-2220. 29451 U.S. Hwy. 98, 36526. C P H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS FAIRHOPE-POINT CLEAR
hiexpress.com/fairhope/ptclr. 251-928-9191. 19751 Greeno Rd., 36532. C P H
TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT FOLEY AT OWA
HILTON GARDEN INN MOBILE EAST BAY
KEY WEST INN
GULF SHORES
hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com. 251-625-0020. 29546 N. Main St., 36526. H
HOMEWOOD SUITES MOBILE EAST BAY homewoodsuites3.hilton.com. 251-621-0100. 29474 N. Main St., 36526. C P H
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM MOBILE-DAPHNE 885.lq.com. 251-338-6555. 8946 Sawwood St., 36527. C P H
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
BAYOU LA BATRE { map P-2 }
wyndhamhotels.com/microtel. 251-621-7807. 29050 U.S Hwy. 98, 36526. C H
BAYOU LA BATRE INN & SUITES
WOODSPRING SUITES
251-824-2020. 13155 N. Wintzell Ave., 36509. P H
woodspring.com. 251-626-0220. 29758 Frederick Blvd., 36526. PH
DAPHNE { map O-3 }
DAUPHIN ISLAND
BEST WESTERN PLUS DAPHNE INN & SUITES
GULF BREEZE MOTEL
bestwestern.com. 251-625-6260. 8931 Sawwood St., 36527. C H
COMFORT INN & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 251-544-1800. 29793 Woodrow Lane, 36526. C P H
COMFORT SUITES MOBILE EAST BAY
choicehotels.com. 251-626-1113. 29450 N. Main St., 36526. C
EASTERN SHORE MOTEL
easternshoremotel.com. 251-6266601. 29070 U.S. Hwy. 98, 36526. P
{ map P-2 }
gulfbreezemotel.info. 251-861-7344. 1512 Cadillac Ave., 36528. P H
FAIRHOPE { map P-3 } BARONS “BY THE BAY” INN baronsinn.com. 251-928-8000. 701 S. Mobile St., 36532.
HAMPTON INN FAIRHOPEMOBILE BAY
fairhope.hamptoninn.com. 251-928-0956. 23 N. Section St., 36532. C H
staykeywesthotels.com. 251-990-7373. 231 S. Greeno Rd., 36532. C P H
FOLEY { map P-3 } AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN & SUITES FOLEY GULF SHORES
redlion.com. 251-943-3297. 1517 S. McKenzie St. (AL Hwy. 59), 36535. C H
COMFORT SUITES FOLEY NORTH GULF SHORES
choicehotels.com. 251-923-2610. 150 W. Riviera Blvd., 36535. C H
CORNERSTONE LODGE OF AMERICA
facebook.com/cornerstonelodgeoffoley. 251-943-3339. 126 CR 20W, 36535.
marriott.com/pnstf. 251-581-9222. 1070 N. OWA Blvd., 36535. C P H
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BEACHSIDE RESORT HOTEL
beachsideresorthotel.com. 251-948-8141. 610 W. Beach Blvd., 36542. C H
BEST WESTERN ON THE BEACH bestwestern.com. 251-948-2711. 337 E. Beach Blvd., 36542. H
COMFORT INN & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 251-202-9300. 536 East Beach Blvd., 36542. C H
COURTYARD GULF SHORES CRAFT FARMS
marriott.com/pnsgs. 251-968-1113. 3750 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542. H
PH
DAYS INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
wyndhamhotels.com. 251-955-1616. 1133 S. McKenzie St., 36535. C P H
ECONO LODGE INN & SUITES
econolodge.com. 251-943-9100. 2682 S. McKenzie St., 36535.
CPH
HAMPTON INN
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 251-923-4600. 3152 Abbey Lane, 36535. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES FOLEY - GULF SHORES
HAMPTON INN
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 251-948-1020. 1701 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542. Come see our new Hampton Inn conveniently located on Gulf Shores Parkway in the heart of Gulf Shores, AL, only 1 mile away from the public beaches. C H
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 251-971-1700. 3155 Abbey Lane, 36535. C H
HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON home2suites3.hilton.com. 251-923-4100. 2750 S. McKenzie St., 36535. P H
Southern Vacation Rentals
HOTEL MAGNOLIA
thehotelmagnolia.com. 251-952-5005. 119 N. McKenzie St., 36535. C H
LEWISTON HALL
lewistonhall.com. 251-298-5413. 20375 Keller Rd., 36535. H
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 251-943-6100. 2441 S. McKenzie St., 36535. C H
RIVIERA INN D iscover beautiful beach homes and condos in G ulf S hores, O range B each and Fort M organ w ith amaz ing view s and amenities. E njoy a family vacation, friends’ getaw ay, corporate retreat and more w ith properties featuring 1 to 3 2 bedrooms! B ook your sw eet S outhern moments today! Gulf Shores & Orange Beach 844-319-5571 | SouthernResorts.com 78 | 2020 Alabama Vacation Guide & Calendar
rivierainnfoley.com. 251-943-8600. 1504 S. McKenzie St., 36535. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 251-948-6191. 160 W. Commerce Ave., 36542. Discover our new remodeled Holiday Inn Express and Suites and enjoy free wifi and the best continental breakfast around! CH
THE LODGE AT GULF STATE PARK, A HILTON HOTEL
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
lodgeatgulfstatepark.com. 251-540-4000. 21196 E. Beach Blvd., 36542. H
CPH
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
super8.com. 251-202-7530. 2520 S. McKenzie St., 36535.
microtel.com. 251-298-8800. 3600 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542. C H
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motel6.com. 251-968-8080. 3025 W. 1st St., 36542. P H
PHOENIX ALL SUITES HOTEL
phoenixallsuites.com. 800-211-7892. 201 E. Beach Blvd., 36542. H
PHOENIX ALL SUITES WEST HOTEL
phoenixallsuites.com. 800-211-7892. 533 W. Beach Blvd., 36542. H
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 251-967-3500. 213 W. Fort Morgan Rd., 36542. C H
RED ROOF INN
redroof.com. 251-968-8604. 3049 W. 1st St., 36542. C P H
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THE BATTLE HOUSE RENAISSANCE MOBILE HOTEL & SPA renaissancebattlehouse.com. 251-338-2000. 26 N. Royal St., 36602. P H
FORT CONDÉ INN
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baymontinns.com. 251-660-9978. 5634 Tillmans Corner Pkwy., 36619.
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BUDGETEL INN & SUITES
budgetel.com. 251-343-4911. 156 W. I-65 Service Rd., 36608.
BAY INN & SUITES
bayinnsuite.com. 251-964-5000. 29550 CR 49, 36551. C P H
choicehotels.com. 251-343-9345. 180 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36608.
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COMFORT SUITES MOBILE WEST TILLMANS CORNER
choicehotels.com. 251-665-0161. 5660 Tillmans Corner Pkwy., 36619. C
COURTYARD
marriott.com/mobcy. 251-344-5200. 1000 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36609. H
DAYS INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 251-272-7976. 5472-A Inn Rd., 36619. C P H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM NORTH MOBILE
LOXLEY MOTEL
loxleymotel.com. 251-964-5094. 4000 S. Hickory St., 36551.
wyndhamhotels.com. 251-645-1275. 7688 Moffett Rd., 36618. C H
WIND CHASE INN
DRURY INN
windchaseinn.com. 251-964-4444. 13156 N. Hickory St., 36551. P H
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fortcondeinn.com. 251-405-5040. 165 St. Emanuel St., 36602. C
HAMPTON INN & SUITES MOBILE—DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT
mobilesuites.hamptoninn.com. 251-343-4007. 1028 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36609. C H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES PROVIDENCE PARK/AIRPORT
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 251-776-5866. 525 Providence Park Dr. E, 36695. C
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hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 251-660-9202. 5478 Inn Rd., 36619.
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mobiledowntown.hgi.com. 251-345-4505. 15 N. Conception St., 36602. H
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AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN & SUITES
extendasuites.com. 251-476-2004. 33 E. I-65 Service Rd., 36606. PH
HOLIDAY INN MOBILE - AIRPORT
ASHBURY HOTEL & SUITES
251-344-8030. 600 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36608. C H
extendedstayamerica.com. 251-344-2514. 508 Spring Hill Plaza Ct., 36608. C P H
intownsuites.com. 251-662-8080. 5498 Inn Rd., 36619. H
INTOWN SUITES EXTENDED STAY SOUTH BELTLINE
intownsuites.com. 251-316-0098. 1116 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36609. H
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM MOBILE SATSUMA/ SARALAND
lq.com. 251-675-5977. 6104 U.S. Hwy. 43, 36572. C P H
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redlion.com/americas-best-valueinn. 251-661-8181. 5480 Inn Rd., 36619. C P H
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lq.com. 251-661-9978. 5170 Motel Ct., 36619. C P H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES MOBILE WEST - I-65
extendasuites.com. 251-666-1044. 5450 Coca Cola Rd., 36619. P H
homewoodsuites3.hilton.com. 251-304-1142. 1388 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, (1360 S. Beltline Hwy.), 36609.
mobilewest.stayhgi.com. 251-544-6000. 828 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36609. H
theadmiralhotel.com. 251-432-8000. 251 Government St., 36602. H
AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN TILLMANS CORNER/MOBILE
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home2suites3.hilton.com. 251-345-1234. 5460 Inn Rd., 36619. C P H
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ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 251-473-2380. 80 Springdale Blvd., 36606. C H
redlion.com/americas-best-valueinn. 251-344-2121. 162 S. Beltline Hwy., 36608. C H
MOBILE WEST I-10
mobile.homewoodsuites.com. 251-634-8664. 530 Providence Park Dr. E, 36695. C P H
ihg.com/holidayinn. 251-661-9099. 5190 Motel Ct., 36619. C H
choicehotels.com. 251-343-8448. 400 S. Beltline Hwy., 36608.
home2suites3.hilton.com. 251-415-5422. 1485 Satchel Paige Dr., 36606. C P H
mobiledowntown.hamptoninn.com. 251-436-8787. 62 S. Royal St., 36602.
druryhotels.com. 251-344-7700. 824 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36609.
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baymontinns.com. 251-301-5505. 930 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36609.
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familyinnsofamericamobile.us. 251-344-5500. 900 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36609.
ihg.com/candlewood. 251-690-7818. 121 N. Royal St., 36602. P H
ihg.com/staybridge. 251-975-1030. 3947 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542. Enjoy our beautiful Gulf Coast all suites hotel featuring a complimentary full hot breakfast buffet daily. Complimentary laundry and evening socials as well. C P H
marriott.com/mobfi. 251-316-0029. 950-A W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36609.
BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM MOBILE/I-65
CANDLEWOOD SUITES MOBILE-DOWNTOWN
STAYBRIDGE SUITES
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BY MARRIOTT
ihg.com/holidayinn. 251-344-7446. 3630 Springhill Memorial Dr. S, 36608. H
HOLIDAY INN MOBILE DOWNTOWN/HISTORIC DISTRICT
ihg.com/holidayinn. 251-694-0100. 301 Government St., 36602. H
HOLIDAY INN MOBILE WEST - I-10
ihg.com/holidayinn. 251-666-5600. 5465 U.S. Hwy. 90W, 36619. P H
lq.com. 251-343-4051. 816 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36609. C P H
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM MOBILE
lq.com. 251-239-9300. 3650 Airport Blvd., 36608. C P H
M STAR NORTH MOBILE
magnusonhotels.com/m-star-hotelnorth-mobile. 251-308-3660. 370 W. Lee St., Chickasaw, 36611.
MALAGA INN
malagainn.com. 251-438-4701. 359 Church St., 36602. C H
MOBILE MARRIOTT
marriott.com/mobmc. 251-476-6400. 3101 Airport Blvd., 36606. H
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WHERE TO STAY MOTEL 6
motel6.com. 251-662-0076. 5686 Tillmans Corner Pkwy., 36619. P I
QUALITY INN MOBILE WEST TILLMANS CORNER
choicehotels.com. 251-666-6604. 5650 Tillmans Corner Pkwy., 36619. C
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BEST WESTERN PREMIER THE TIDES HOTEL
tideshotelorangebeach.com. 251-981-9888. 26032 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. C H
QUALITY INN & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 251-343-4949. 150 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36608. C P
QUALITY INN DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT
choicehotels.com. 251-433-6923. 255 Church St., 36602. C P
RED ROOF INN & SUITES MOBILE - TILLMANS CORNER
redroof.com. 251-660-9101. 5635 Tillmans Corner Pkwy., 36619.
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redroof.com. 251-479-5333. 1 E. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36606. C P H
RENAISSANCE MOBILE RIVERVIEW PLAZA HOTEL
renaissancehotels.com/mobrv. 251-438-4000. 64 S. Water St., 36602. H
RESIDENCE INN
marriott.com/mobri. 251-304-0570. 950 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36609.
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FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES ORANGE BEACH
marriott.com/pnsob. 251-5434444. 3111 Loop Rd., 36561. Travel with confidence, and enjoy outstanding service to make all of your travels easy and comfortable—at an exceptional value. C H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES ORANGE BEACH/GULF FRONT
super8.com. 251-263-6223. 5676 Tillmans Corner Pkwy., 36619.
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ISLAND HOUSE HOTEL A DOUBLETREE BY HILTON
doubletree3.hilton.com. 251-981-6100. 26650 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. H
PERDIDO BEACH RESORT
perdidobeachresort.com. 251-981-9811. 27200 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. H
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DAUPHIN ISLAND HARBOR HOUSE
diharborhouse.com. 251-861-2119. 730 Cadillac Ave., 36528. Ten-room guest house located on Dauphin Island by Indian Shell Mound. All bedrooms with private baths. Free Wi-Fi and breakfast. Fish from lighted dock or birdwatch from balcony.
bbonline.com/united-states/ alabama/fairhope/baybreeze.html. 251-928-8976. 742 S. Mobile St., 36532. Secluded three-acre garden site on Mobile Bay. Private pier for relaxing and fishing. Private baths. Serving happy guests for more than 26 years.
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motel6.com. 251-675-7800. 1101 Industrial Pkwy., 36571. P H
QUALITY INN NEAR UNIVERSITY OF MOBILE
choicehotels.com. 251-679-8880. 1111 Industrial Pkwy., 36571. C H
RED LION INN & SUITES
redlion.com. 251-675-4446. 1118 Shelton Beach Rd., 36571. C H
RED ROOF INN MOBILE NORTH - SARALAND
redroof.com. 251-675-0100. 1210 Industrial Pkwy., 36571. C P H
TOWNEPLACE SUITES MOBILE SARALAND
marriott.com. 251-333-1103. 2954 Township Blvd., 36571. C P H
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COURTYARD MARRIOTT MOBILE DAPHNE/EASTERN SHORE
marriott.com. 251-943-6600. 4673 Wharf Pkwy. W, 36561. C H
marriott.com/mobsf. 251-370-1161. 13000 Cypress Way, 36527. H
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HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES MOBILE/SARALAND
choicehotels.com. 251-981-6722. 25400 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
grand1847.com. 251-928-9201. 1 Grand Blvd., 36564. H
Amenities vary by location and region. To learn the full range of options available, call your desired destination directly before you leave.
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MOTEL 6
ihg.com/hotelindigo. 251-981-1737. 22843 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
BED & BREAKFASTS
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 251-2667755. 80 Shell St., 36571. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS ORANGE BEACH - ON THE BEACH
THE GRAND HOTEL GOLF RESORT & SPA, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION VISIT ALABAMA.TRAVEL/ EXPERIENCE-ALABAMA/ BEACHES
marriott.com/mobsa. 251-406-8572. 2950 Towneship Blvd., 36571. C H
microtelinn.com. 251-675-5045. 1124 Shelton Beach Rd., 36571.
WINGATE BY WYNDHAM
WOODSPRING SUITES
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES MOBILE SARALAND
hiltongardeninnorangebeach.com. 251-974-1600. 23092 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. H
SLEEP INN ON THE BEACH
woodspring.com. 251-461-0600. 1350 W. I-65 Service Rd. S, 36609.
countryinns.com. 251-675-3580. 1130 Joaneen Dr., 36571. C P H
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM SARALAND/ NORTH MOBILE
marriott.com/mobts. 251-345-9588. 1075 Montlimar Dr., 36609. C P H wingatehotels.com. 251-272-7240. 516 Springhill Plaza Ct., 36608. C H
choicehotels.com. 251-675-5552. 1200 Shelton Beach Rd., 36571. C
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SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM MOBILE/TILLMANS CORNER
COMFORT SUITES NORTH MOBILE
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 251-378-6300. 1401 Industrial Pkwy., 36571. C H
SPRINGHILL SUITES
super8.com. 251-472-9538. 3759 Moffett Rd., 36618. C H
wyndhamhotels.com. 251-679-7953. 1320 Industrial Pkwy., 36571. C P H
hamptonorangebeach.com. 251-923-4400. 25518 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. C H
choicehotels.com. 251-264-2724. 5488 Inn Rd., 36619. P H
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM
COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON
holidayinnexpressorangebeach. com. 251-974-1634. 24700 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. C H
marriott.com/mobsh. 251-378-3800. 3655 Springhill Memorial Dr. N, 36608. C H
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marriott.com/mobsp. 251-370-1160. 12000 Cypress Way, 36527. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES DAPHNE-SPANISH FORT AREA
holidayinnexpress.com. 251-621-1223. 29725 Woodrow Lane, 36527. C H
BAY BREEZE GUEST HOUSE
BAYSIDE GUEST HOUSE
251-990-4810. 12 Fels Ave., 36532. Quaint creole cottage, circa 1904, offers lovely antique/eclectic décor with original artwork. The pervasive warm karma is conducive to relaxation. Near the Fairhope Pier, Pier Park, and a short walk to beaches, walking trails, downtown shopping and restaurants.
EMMA’S BAY HOUSE
emmasbayhouse.com. 251-990-0187. 202 S. Mobile St., 36532. A beautiful bed-and-breakfast overlooking Mobile Bay. Experience breathtaking views, awe-inspiring scenery and unforgettable culinary delights. Guests can enjoy in-room massages, spa treatments, fishing on the Fairhope pier and downtown shopping.
THE FAIRHOPE INN & RESTAURANT
thefairhopeinn.com. 251-928-6226. 63 S. Church St., 36532. True Southern hospitality awaits your arrival at the restored turn-ofcentury home. Enjoy some of the best fine dining on the coast by chef/owner Tyler Kean at the fullservice gourmet restaurant. Walk to the bay and shops.
JUBILEE SUITES
jubileesuites.com. 251-571-7515. 557 N. Mobile St., 36532. Nestled in the heart of Fairhope on Mobile Bay, this private retreat offers a one-of-a-kind experience with a New Orleansstyle open courtyard. Some rooms offer bay views with balconies and porches. Full access to the beach.
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LITTLE POINT CLEAR SUITES & SPACE
littlepointclear.com. 251-929-8568. 18263 Scenic Hwy. 98, 36532. A Southern event venue featuring four uniquely designed guest suites perfect for a romantic couples retreat, family reunion, wedding destination or corporate event. Petfriendly, Wi-Fi and complimentary bikes so you can ride on the trail to town.
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magnoliasprings.com. 251-965-7321. 14469 Oak St., 36555. No. 1-rated B&B in the state of Alabama on TripAdvisor.com. Featured in Southern Living and on Bob Vila’s “Restore America.” Nine miles north of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
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theoriginalromarhouse.com. 251-974-1625. 23500 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. A favorite for travelers seeking a beautiful, romantic destination. Romar House features a Southern breakfast and luxuriously appointed rooms. Complimentary wine and cheese also are served.
CABINS, COTTAGES, CONDOS, BEACH HOUSES & VACATION HOMES Amenities vary by location and region. To learn the full range of options available, call your desired destination directly before you leave.
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BERNEY FLY BED & BREAKFAST berneyflybedandbreakfast.com. 251-599-1923. 1118 Government St., 36604. On the National Register of Historic Places, this 1895 Queen Anne Victorian in the historic Oakleigh Garden District is near downtown museums and restaurants. Enjoy the wraparound porch, pool, Jacuzzi, sub-tropical gardens and full hot breakfast.
THE KATE SHEPARD HOUSE
kateshepardhouse.com. 251-479-7048. 1552 Monterey Place, 36604. Experience this historic architectural icon in beautiful midtown Mobile. Enjoy a delicious breakfast as well as gourmet coffee, teas and sweets around the clock. Close to downtown, shopping and quaint neighborhood dining.
THE MARDI GRAS HOUSE
themardigrashouse.com. 251-333-8615. 504 Church St., 36602. This two-story Victorian house located in the historic Church Street East neighborhood is steps away from downtown dining and entertainment. Private bedrooms have en-suite or shared bathrooms. Offers park-and-cruise packages.
MAUVILA MANSION BED & BREAKFAST
251-408-9478. 1306 Dauphin St., 36604. Beautiful 1871 Italianate bedand-breakfast in the historic Old Dauphin Way neighborhood. Superb, homemade breakfast. Close to downtown restaurants and nightlife, museums, and tourist attractions. Convenient to I-10 & I-65.
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DAUPHIN ISLAND REAL ESTATE SALES & VACATION RENTALS
dauphinislandrealestate.com. 888-707-6444. The premier rental and sales agency on Dauphin Island! Start planning a family vacation or intimate trip for two by calling us today!
VACASA
vacasa.com/usa/Alabama/DauphinIsland. 251-861-6121. 210 LeMoyne Dr., 36528. Whether planning a family vacation or a quiet getaway for two, Vacasa is ready to help you find your perfect vacation rental home.
WILLOW TREE COTTAGE
dauphinislandalabama.net. 251-622-0457. 1302 Chaumont Ave., 36528. This quaint cottage overlooking Aloe Bay provides a romantic and relaxing getaway while featuring a large deck, water view and wonderful sunsets.
FAIRHOPE { map P-3 } ACP REAL ESTATE INC.
acpinfo.com. 251-861-3311. 900 Bienville Blvd., 36528. Get white sand beaches to yourself when you choose one of our Dauphin Island vacation homes or condos overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. Many rentals are pet-friendly.
ANCHOR REAL ESTATE, INC.
anchorbythebay.com. 251-861-5000. 1119 DeSoto Ave., 36528. Vacation rental options include Gulf-front condos, Mississippi Sound homes, canal-front homes, waterfront condos with boat dockage and affordable bungalows located a short walk from the beach.
BEACHFRONT RENTAL & SALES dibeachfront.com. 251-861-6021. 1801 Bienville Blvd., 36528. Only 30 miles south of Mobile at the mouth of Mobile Bay. Get away for a family holiday at a beachfront condo at Dauphin Island Beach Club, The Inn at Dauphin Island or Holiday Isle.
BOARDWALK REALTY, INC.
boardwalk-realty.com. 877-861-3992. 1804 Bienville Blvd., 36528. Enjoy a beautiful, well-appointed vacation rental on Dauphin Island. Choose from one of many homes or condos available in a variety of island locations, sizes and price ranges.
COTTAGES OF FAIRHOPE
cottagesoffairhope.com. 251-928-4000. 106 Fairhope Ave., 36532. Fully furnished 1-, 2-, 3- and 4-bedroom cottages close to Mobile Bay and downtown Fairhope. Upscale and elegant accommodations.
FAIRHOPE FARM
fairhopefarm.com. 251-895-9165. 10291 Gayfer Rd. Ext., 36532. Fairhope Farm offers weary travelers an elegant yet casual destination for romance and rest. We are committed to being enthusiastic hosts while providing warm, personal service in a relaxed environment.
OAK HAVEN COTTAGES
oakhavenfairhope.com. 355 S. Mobile St., 36532. Completely furnished cottages and motel units with porches, decks and kitchens. Within walking distance to the pier and downtown.
SERENITY ON THE BAY MEYER VACATION RENTALS
serenityotb.com. 866-382-9635. 14 Denton Lane, 36532. Located directly on Mobile Bay and within walking distance of downtown Fairhope, Serenity is tucked away in a private location that embodies the perfect atmosphere for escape.
gulf2beach.com. 251-517-4380. 2700 S. McKenzie St., 36535. Have your ideal Gulf Coast vacation in one of our beach condos, vacation homes, luxury vacation rentals, pet-friendly rentals or properties with boat slips.
WOLF BAY LANDING CONDOMINIUMS
wolfbaycondo.com. 251-943-4265. 8900 Toler Lane, 36535. The perfect place to fit your pace with beachfront houses/condominiums in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan and Perdido Key.
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ALABAMA BEACH VACATION RENTALS
albvr.com. 251-967-1681. 1545 Gulf Shores Pkwy., #227, 36542. Vacation rentals in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan.
ANCHOR VACATIONS, INC. anchorvacations.com. 251-948-6680. 901 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542. Offering affordable and impressive selections of condos and beach house vacation rentals in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
AQUA VACATIONS & SALES GROUP
aquavacationsgulfcoast.com. 251-948-4427. 117 Cove Ave., 36542. Get started by browsing our full Gulf Coast rental inventory. We look forward to seeing you soon!
BENDER VACATION RENTALS
benderrealty.com. 251-948-2651. 956 West Beach Blvd., 36542. Fabulous accommodations in the Gulf Shores, Orange Beach or Fort Morgan area. Everything you and your family need to make your trip complete, including swimming, sailing, fishing, dining, just relaxing or building sandcastles on our sugar-white beaches.
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES COOPER & CO., INC, REALTORS
cooperbeachrentals.com. 251-968-8423. 216 E. 20th Ave., 36542. Our private homes and condos will put you in the center of all the excitement. You won’t have far to travel to enjoy golf, tennis, fishing, watersports and beach activities.
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WHERE TO STAY BRETT/ ROBINSON VACATION RENTALS | GULF SHORES & ORANGE BEACH brett-robinson.com. 251-968-7363. Wide selection of beachfront and bayfront rentals for a family-friendly getaway along the turquoise water and white sands of the Alabama Gulf Coast. Choose from our Phoenix properties, beach houses, condominiums and hotels.
THE CABINS AT GULF STATE PARK
thecabinsatgsp.com. 251-923-3900. 21101 AL Hwy. 135, 36542. Nestled within the park are 21 fully furnished cabins; four within the tree line of our majestic longleaf pines and 17 situated on the tranquil shore of Lake Shelby.
COASTAL RESORT REALTY
coastalresortrealty.com. 251-968-1777. 209 E. 16th Ave., 36542. Discover the beauty and serenity of the Alabama Gulf Coast—home to a 34-mile stretch of sparkling white beaches on the Gulf of Mexico.
EAGLE COTTAGES AT GULF STATE PARK
eaglecottagesatgsp.com. 251-923-3900. 1 Newberry Dr., 36542. At the heart of Eagle Cottages is our commitment to a great getaway that goes hand-in-hand with reconnecting to, learning about and protecting nature.
FOREMOST PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
foremostpropertymanagement. com. 251-968-7532. 3725 Cypress Point Dr., 36542. Vacation rentals at Cypress Point Condominiums at Craft Farms and Links Condominiums at Peninsula. We provide daily maid and linen services, breakfast, and club storage and cleaning, as well as guest concierge services.
FORT MORGAN PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
fortmorganpropertymanagement. com. 251-540-7325. 6930 AL Hwy. 180, 36542. Come stay in one of our beautiful vacation home rentals in Fort Morgan. Many of our vacation homes have private pools or are located right along the gulf for your convenience.
GULF FRONT RENTALS
rentacondoingulfshores.com. 251-269-0950. We provide only luxurious, high-end accommodations with great amenities. We have 2- and 3-bedroom units at multiple properties.
GULF GAZE BEACH HOUSE
gulfgazebeachhouse.com. 307-856-7912. 8850 Pompano Way, 36542. Sit in the shade of the covered deck and watch the dolphins play at this beach retreat in Cabana Beach Estates. The house sleeps eight with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths.
GULF SHORES RENTALS gulfshoresrentals.com. 251948-7000. 1325 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542. Family vacation rentals range from 1-bedroom condominiums to 6-bedroom beach houses and are located in both Gulf Shores and Orange Beach.
GULF SHORES VACATION RENTALS
gsvacationrentals.com. 251-597-8737. 1240 Commerce Dr., Ste. A, 36542. Specializes in large homes for family reunions, teams, and church and corporate retreats. Most homes are waterfront or have a private pool, and several homes come with elevators.
GULFSANDS RENTALS, LLC
gulf-sands.com. 251-968-4100. 1556 Gulf Shores Pkwy., #3, 36542. Your source for Gulf Shores family vacation rentals, condos and beach homes right on the beach, from intimate settings to large homes/multi condos for family reunions.
HARRIS PROPERTIES MANAGEMENT
KIVA DUNES VACATION RENTALS
kivadunes.com. 251-540-7100. 815 Plantation Dr., 36542. Our charming community offers rentals from elegant seaside homes to spacious condominiums at Kiva Village and Kiva Lodge. Relax by the pool, get a massage, play golf and tennis, or simply walk on the beach.
LINSCO INC.
villagebythegulf.com. 251-948-6382. 1148 W. Beach Blvd., 36542. At Village by the Gulf, there is an outdoor swimming pool, covered pavilion with barbecue grill, miniature golf and playground, shuffleboard court, basketball goal, and a small playground for children.
LUCKY BIRD VACATIONS
luckybirdvacations.com. 251-2845387. 200 E. Beach Blvd., 36542. Our vacation rentals will guide your family into another place and time, where your kids can explore the whimsical seaside as you relax on the sugarsand beaches.
LUNA BEACH PROPERTIES LLC
lunabeachproperties.com. 251-948-2645. 1229 Gulf Shores Pkwy., Ste. 102, 36542. Whether you’re searching for a budget-friendly condo, pet-friendly rentals or a spacious beach house, you’ll find a great selection to choose from in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan.
MARTINIQUE ON THE GULF
martinique-gulf.com. 251-540-2641. 987 Blvd. Martinique, 36542. Gulffront, waterfront, golf course and near-beach properties. Beach retreat choices including 1-4 bedroom condos and beach houses.
ourgulfshoresvacation.com. 877-446-4853. 1544 W. 2nd St., Ste. 109, 36542. Helping you find your perfect spot in the sand since 1983. We specialize in petfriendly beach rentals so every family member can join you on your getaway.
HIBISCUS COVE RENTALS
hibiscuscoverentals.com. 251-348-3716. 187A W. Beach Blvd., 36542. On Little Lagoon, across the street from the beach. Perfect for families and pet friendly, too!
HIGH TIDE RENTALS, INC.
hightiderentals.com. 800-524-0078. Escape to the natural beauty of Pleasure Island at one of our vacation rentals ranging from condos to beach homes.
KAISER REALTY BY WYNDHAM VACATION RENTALS wyndhamvacationrentals.com/ search-result/Kaiser. 251-968-6868. 1557 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542. Creating a lifetime of memories in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach since 1980.
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MEYER VACATION RENTALS
meyerre.com. 866-382-9635. 1585 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542. Serving families since 1967. 1,000+ properties from cottages and condos for 2 to houses for 50+. Pet-, boat-, wedding- and budget-friendly properties available. Open 24/7. P
POOLE AND ASSOCIATES INVESTMENTS INC.
realestate-gulfshores.com. 251-9488030. 126 Cove Ave., 36542. Whether you’re looking for a luxury, budget or pet-friendly vacation, we have it all and strive to bring quality service. We offer a wide variety of rentals, from studio to multi-family condos.
REED REAL ESTATE
gulfrentals.com. 800-678-2306. 3358 AL Hwy. 180, 36542. 1-9 BR beach vacation rentals, many petfriendly and many with pool access or boat access, in the beautiful Fort Morgan area of Gulf Shores. 150+ homes.
RELAX ON THE BEACH
relaxonthebeach.com. 251-269-6766. We are committed to the principles of integrity, professionalism, honesty, ethics and five-star style. We want to turn the summer vacationer into the lifetime guest by constantly improving guest services and standards.
RENTAL LINK LLC
rentallinkllc.com. 251-504-6642. We bring the best selection of condos in the area, whatever your taste or budget, and are available around the clock for assistance.
SERENITY NOW BEACH HOUSE wardvacationproperties.com. 251-363-8576. 331 Buchanan Court W., 36542. This gulf-front home in Fort Morgan that sleeps 14 features a private heated pool, seven HDTVs and 5 bedrooms with en suite bathrooms.
SHORELINE TOWERS
vriresorts.com. 251-948-5373. 1155 W. Beach Blvd., 36542. Sugar-white beaches and blue Gulf waters set the mood at this resort. Shoreline Towers offers the Deep South at its best!
SOUTHERN RENTALS & REAL ESTATE
southernresorts.com. 844-319-5571. 401 E. Beach Blvd., 36542. Vacation rental options in Orange Beach, Gulf Shores and Fort Morgan with condos and beach houses available.
SPECTRUM RESORT/ THE BEACH CLUB
thebeachclub.spectrumresorts.com. 866-348-9112. 925 Beach Club Trl., 36542. The Beach Club has everything on-site. Four on-site dining options, six swimming pools, resort activities, spa and salon, private beach, and more.
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STARFISH REALTY
starfishgulfcoast.com. 251-9484358. 109 E. 14th Ave., Ste. C, 36542. Regatta Condominiums are luxurious units in a vacation paradise of soft tropical breezes, warm Gulf waters and sugar-white sands.
SUNSET PROPERTIES
sunset properties.com. 251-543-1370. 3145 Gulf Shores Pkwy. & 468 Dune Dr., 36542. We specialize in vacation rental condos and houses along Alabama’s Gulf Coast.
VACASA
vacasa.com/usa/Alabama-GulfCoast.com. 251-540-5000. 805 Plantation Rd., 36542. Whether planning a family vacation or a quiet getaway for two, Vacasa is ready to help you find your perfect vacation rental home.
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ARONOV CONDO MANAGEMENT
aronovbeachrentals.com. 844-724-6619. We have both luxurious condos at SeaChase in Orange Beach and grand beach homes and condos at Martinique in Gulf Shores.
BEACH GETAWAYS
mybeachgetaways.com. 800-488-8978. 23525 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. Featuring luxury vacation rentals at affordable prices, Gulf Coast Beach Getaways offers romance, fishing, golfing and family packages.
BEACHBALL PROPERTIES
beachballproperties.com. 251-968-8896. 22989 Perdido Beach Blvd, 36561. Beachball Properties represents premium condos and privately owned homes along the beaches of the Alabama Gulf Coast.
BELLA BEACH PROPERTIES, LLC bellabeachproperties.com. 251-981-2431. 25042 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. We have it all from cozy gulf view studios to luxurious gulf front condos to grand beach homes, and everything in between.
CARIBE RESORT
YOUNG’S SUNCOAST REALTY AND VACATION RENTALS
youngssuncoast.com. 800-826-1213, 251-968-7158. 3639 Gulf Shores Pkwy., Ste. 1, 36542. Providing vacation rentals for 40+ years to families visiting the Gulf Shores area. Condo and beach house rentals all across the island. With 350+ options, we have a great variety to fit a range of budgets.
LOXLEY { map O-3 } THE STEWART LODGES AT STEELWOOD
stewartlodgeatsteelwood.com. 251-602-1300. 32311 Waterview Dr. E, 36551. Two lodges nestled in a gated country club community overlooking a 200-acre freshwater lake feature 20 private rooms. Amenities include golf, fishing, sporting clays, pool, fitness center, tennis and more.
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ALABAMA GETAWAY VACATION RENTALS
alabamagetaway.net. 251-216-1590. 4851 Wharf Pkwy., Ste. D208, 36561. We provide expert local advice, prices that match anyone’s budget, and beautiful (and spotless) vacation homes.
cariberesort.com. 251-980-9000. 28103 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. Our comforts are designed with fun in mind: more than 40,000 sq. feet of pools, a lazy river, tennis courts, saunas and steam rooms, game room, private beach cart service, five-star restaurant, and more.
LUXURY GULF RENTALS. COM
luxurygulfrentals.com. 251-439-5245. 4830 Main St. G-209, 36561. We have redefined customer service on the Gulf Coast by establishing a new standard of excellence.
MEDITERRANEAN MANAGEMENT LLC
bamasbestbeach.com. 251-767-6015. 4745 Cypress Village Blvd., 36561. We have absolutely the best private beaches you have ever seen. Some properties have amenities such as fishing docks, tennis courts, beach services, outdoor grills and more.
PICARD REALTY RENTALS
picardrealtyrentals.com. 251-981-2643. 25350 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. We will help you find a condo that will fit your family’s needs, from condos that offer a pool and sauna, to a cozy 2-bedroom, pet-friendly condo with a direct gulf-front view.
PRICKETT PROPERTIES LLC
prickettproperties.com. 800-210-7914. 4098 Orange Beach Blvd., 36561. Choose from our large selection of 1-, 2-, 3- and 4-bedroom, beachfront condos at the area’s top resorts with kid-friendly amenities such as pools, hot tubs, lazy rivers and water slides.
ROMAR HOUSE RENTALS AND SALES
coastalpropertyal.com. 251-981-4949. 25300 Perdido Beach Blvd., #103, 36561. We have 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom condos located on the beautiful white sands of the Gulf of Mexico in Orange Beach. Most units are beachfront, and all are beachside.
romarhouse.com. 251-974-1639. 24310 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. Romar House’s Polynesian architecture brings the romantic South Pacific to Alabama’s beaches. Each 3-bedroom condo features a large balcony with gulf view. Amenities include a private beach, two pools, fitness gym and tennis court.
FLIP FLOP VACATIONS
SEACHASE CONDOMINIUMS
COASTAL PROPERTIES
flipflopvacations.com. 251-978-1731. 25122 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. Let us help you find a vacation rental to stick your toes in the sand! We also have pet-friendly rentals.
ITRIP VACATIONS BEACHES OF ALABAMA LLC
iTrip.net/alabamabeaches. 251-974-1404. 4397 Sweetwater Dr., 36561. Due to our forward thinking and advanced online booking engine, we’re able to provide quality vacation rentals at a lower price than the competition.
LIQUID LIFE VACATION RENTALS
theliquidlife.com. 251-424-1118. 25741 Perdido Beach Blvd., Bldg. A, Suite M, 36561. Liquid Life Vacation Rentals is the perfect start to your getaway. Come check into your property and grab a cup of coffee while you’re here.
seachase.com. 251-981-6921. 25240 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. Luxury, 2- and 3-bedroom, beachfront vacation rentals with four outdoor pools, indoor pool, splash pad, wading pool, fitness center and tennis court.
SIMPSON PROPERTIES GROUP simpsonpropertiesgroup.com. 251-923-7788. 4650 Griffith Marina Rd., 36561. Offering vacation rentals by the beach or on the bay in Orange Beach and Gulf Shores. We provide first-class accommodations and first-class service.
SPECTRUM RESORTS/ TURQUOISE PLACE
turquoiseplace.spectrumresorts. com. 251-923-5400. 26302 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. Luxuriously appointed 3- and 4-bedroom condominiums feature every modern amenity and panoramic views of the Gulf. 214 units (West Tower).
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SUGAR SANDS REALTY
sugsands.com. 800-824-6462. 22991 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. Located in the heart of Orange Beach on the beach highway. Our office is surrounded by sugar-white sand and palm trees that make our destination a place that dreams are made of.
THREE PALMS VACATION RENTALS
3palmsrentals.com. 251-974-2716. 24566 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. Located in the heart of Orange Beach, we are in a convenient location for guests to check into their units. Central location makes finding us a snap.
TURNKEY VACATION RENTALS
turnkeyvr.com. 888-512-0498. 25637 Canal Rd., Ste. M, 36561. Looking for a tranquil spot to get away or fun-filled adventure? Choose from a wide variety of beachfront, boat-friendly and pet-friendly properties from 1-bedroom condos to 6-bedroom homes. Winter monthly rentals available.
VRCLUB ONLINE
vrclubonline.com. 877-412-1781. 16 Market St., 36561. Club Level guests enjoy digital check-in from our Guest App, bypassing long check-in lines, early 1 p.m. check-in in, Luxury Hotel Linen Collection and unlimited complimentary movie downloads with every stay.
WHARF RENTAL MANAGEMENT LLC
thewharfvacationrentals.com. 251-224-1500. 4851 Wharf Pkwy., #D212, 36561. Exclusive on-site rental management company offering vacation rentals for the Gulf Coast’s premier resort, The Wharf! Featuring fully appointed luxury condominiums overlooking the Marina at The Wharf and the Intracoastal Waterway.
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MEAHER STATE PARK CABINS
alapark.com. 251-626-5529. 5200 Battleship Pkwy. E, 36577. Relax, recharge, fish and enjoy the great outdoors on the shore of Mobile Bay in one of two cozy, bayside cabins. Convenient to Mobile and the Eastern Shore.
SIBLEY AND PETERS CABINS
blakeleypark.com. 251-626-0798. 34745 AL Hwy. 225, 36527. Blakeley’s twin rustic cabins are located in a secluded area of the park offering scenic wilderness views and easy access to our extensive trail system.
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G et acq uainted with civil rights, Southern arts and some fantastic spots to satisfy your wanderlust. Alongside the rich Civil War and civil rights histories of South Alabama, travelers discover a wealth of places to commune with nature. Anchored by capital city Montgomery, this region boasts outdoor hotspots, such as Lake Eufaula, known for its excellent bass fishing, and the Coosa River, regarded, in part, for its nearly 50 aquatic snail species that do not exist anywhere else in the world. South Alabama also is recognized for its cultural hubs, like the Montgomery Museum of Art (below), appreciated for its collection of more than 4,000 works, or the Alley Entertainment District, which comes alive at night. Here, in South Alabama, Harper Lee and Truman Capote found inspiration, and George Washington Carver revolutionized agriculture. In all, it is a dynamic area that should definitely be explored.
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“ Senses Escape for the V oices of the past. R ushing rivers. P ublic art in all shapes and siz es. C andied nuts. F ood delicious enough for prime- time T V . T he South stimulates body and mind. TASTE Capital city Montgomery offers no shortage of eateries to bite into something Southern. For an upscale, farm-to-table experience, make a reservation at Central. Bayou crawfish and bean succotash make the dinner menu, while a flatbread loaded with Conecuh sausage, pimento cheese and pickled okra rounds out lunch.
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Walk through the Conecuh National Forest to appreciate the scent of longleaf pine hanging in the air, especially thick after a rain. You’ve got up to 20 miles to choose
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We enjoyed a wonderful lunch here...I recommend the Central Burger with bacon jam and a fried green tomato. Kimberly Holder Boucher
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Left to right: Central in Montgomery, Jackson’s Fried Chicken in Camden, Alabama Safari Park in Hope Hull, Big Manny in Eufaula, Selma Interpretive Center
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TASTE: THE MENU CHANGES OFTEN AT BREWTON’S DREXELL & HONEYBEE’S DONATION-ONLY RESTAURANT, WHICH JUST KEEPS PEOPLE COMING BACK.
from along the Conecuh Trail. It’s a great way to work up an appetite for a fried chicken sandwich from Jackson’s Fried Chicken in Camden. Just smelling what’s cooking makes your tummy roar.
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A giraffe’s tongue tickles as it licks a piece of lettuce from your hand at 350acre Alabama Safari Park in Hope Hull. Feeding these long-necked African natives is just as fun as petting the pigs’ wiry hair or the goats’ soft fur at this drive-through zoo. For another thrill, dip a paddle into the churning waters
SEE: ENTERPRISE’S BOLL WEEVIL MONUMENT ANCHORS ITS MAIN STREET. THE TOWN, WHICH TODAY APPRECIATES THE PEST, BECAME A MAIN STREET ALABAMA COMMUNITY IN 2019. SMELL: HAY’S EARTHY ODOR FOLLOWS HAYRIDE PARTICIPANTS AT BARBER BERRY FARM IN MILLBROOK.
of the Coosa River near Wetumpka, named for the Creek Indian word meaning “rumbling waters,” to feel its strength and refreshment.
HEAR
Step into the Selma Interpretive Center to connect with the stories of civil rights marchers as they crossed the Edmund Pettus Bridge in support of voting rights. Shared through exhibits, including a film, this part of American history comes alive at this stop on the U.S. Civil Rights Trail. Listen to more about civil rights at the Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site in Tuskegee. These men and women were part of an “experiment” in the early 1940s to determine if African-Americans could fly combat airplanes. They went on to serve admirably during World War II.
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Regional landmarks highlight an asteroid crash from 83 million years ago in Wetumpka; the picturesque ruins of the state’s first capital at Old Cahawba; and excellent fishing in Eufaula—selfies with Big Manny, anyone? More public art dots Monroeville, home of To Kill a Mockingbird author Harper Lee. A bronze sculpture trail memorializes the town’s literary roots by way of 14 works of art, each representing one of the 10 writers credited with making Monroeville the state’s Literary Capital.
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Left to right: Monroe County Museum in Monroeville, whitewater rafting in Phenix City, bird dog statue in Union Springs
Adventure Is Waiting
Shut down your smartphone. Lose your laptop. Remember what it feels like to be alive again. Find your rush at RushSouth Whitewater Park. Mild to wild rafting & kayaking, zipline across two states, stand up paddle boarding, fly fishing, 20+ miles of riverwalk & more. RushSouth.com
Adventure beyond the big cities to appreciate what life is like in the rest of the region. E ach of these small towns, plus many others, offers ex cellent reasons to steer off the beaten path and discover something notable. Monroeville Alabama’s Literary Capital is where Harper Lee and Truman Capote grew up. The Old Courthouse Museum’s exhibits tell the story of Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird and her friendship with Capote, who wrote In Cold Blood. For more than 25 years, the city has staged a production of “Mockingbird” in April or May, but buy tickets early. Part of the play is in the Old Courthouse, which Hollywood recreated for the Gregory Peck movie. Download a 30-stop walking tour at VisitMonroevilleAL.com. Tuskegee Learn about the impact this small town had on civil rights at the Tuskegee History Center, created by legendary civil rights attorney Fred Grey, or on a new civil rights trail featuring 13 historical markers, including one to Rosa Parks. Tour Booker T. Washington’s home, The Oaks, which he built with students and instructors after founding in 1881 what is now Tuskegee University. Visit the George Washington Carver Museum, honoring the Tuskegee professor who revolutionized Southern agriculture. Dothan Due to its strong peanut industry, Dothan proudly celebrates its selfproclamation as the Peanut Capital of the World with more than 70 wacky peanut sculptures around town and The National Peanut Festival each November. But Dothan presents more than peanuts. Kelsey Barnard Clark, who won Bravo’s “Top Chef” in 2019, runs the sumptuous restaurant KBC. Browse downtown’s 20-plus murals depicting Dothan history and what Guinness World Records deems the world’s smallest city block.
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ON POINT WITH UNION SPRINGS
Sandwiched between Montgomery and Eufaula, this small town is chock-full of rural charm. A life-size bronzed statue of an English pointer and a nearby mural pay homage to Alabama’s Field Trial history, which is appropriate given that the largest amateur bird dog field trial is held at nearby Sedgefields Plantation. The Wehle Nature Center, a hidden jewel, allows for exploration of the area’s beautiful outdoors, while more than 50 attractions, including historic homes, churches and the beautiful Red Door Theatre combine in such a way that visitors fall in love with Union Springs, aka The Serendipity of the South.
Clockwise from top left: ATD/Chris Granger; courtesy of RushSouth Whitewater Park, ATD/Jeff Greenberg
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ATTRACTIONS BY EXIT Grab your state map to find these attractions at the following highway exits. Please call attractions for specific directions.
JASMINE HILL GARDENS AND OUTDOOR MUSEUM Wetumpka, I-65 Exit 181 ALABAMA STATE CAPITOL Montgomery, I-65 Exit 172 ROSA PARKS MUSEUM Montgomery, I-65 Exit 172 OLD ALABAMA TOWN Montgomery, I-65 Exit 172
Marinas are listed on page 170. Visit alabama.travel for additional attractions.
ANDALUSIA { map M-6 } BOGGS AND BOULDERS OFF-ROAD ADVENTURE PARK boggsandboulders.com. 251-578-4333. 20133 Brooklyn Rd., 36421.
CHURCH STREET CULTURAL ARTS CENTRE
PRIESTER’S PECANS Fort Deposit, I-65 Exit 142 RTJ GOLF TRAIL AT CAMBRIAN RIDGE, Greenville, I-65 Exit 130 HANK WILLIAMS, SR. BOYHOOD HOME & MUSEUM Georgiana, I-65 Exit 114 OLD COURTHOUSE MUSEUM Monroeville, I-65 Exit 93
AUBURN UNIVERSITY Auburn, I-85 Exit 51 THE OAKS Tuskegee, I-85 Exit 38 TUSKEGEE AIRMEN NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE Tuskegee, I-85 Exit 38 PIONEER MUSEUM OF ALABAMA Troy, U.S. Hwy. 231
LAAC GALLERY
laacartscenter.org. 334-222-3205. 209 E. 3 Notch St., 36420.
POINT A LAKE RECREATIONAL AREA
andalusiachamber.com, powersouth.com/lakeinformation-safety/lake-recreation. 334-222-2030. Point A Rd. & Boat Landing Rd., 36421.
THREE NOTCH MUSEUM
facebook.com/Three-Notch-Museum649708188442003. 334-222-0674. Historic Central St., 36420.
cityofandalusia.com. 334-222-6891. 420 Church St., 36420.
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CONECUH NATIONAL FOREST
MAGNOLIA BRANCH WILDLIFE RESERVE
fs.usda.gov/goto/alabama/districts/ conecuhRD. 334-222-2555. 24481 AL Hwy. 55, 36420.
GANTT LAKE RECREATION AREA
andalusiachamber.com. 334-222-2030. Off U.S. Hwy. 29N, 10 mi. N of Andalusia, 36420.
magnoliabranch.com. 251-446-3423. 24 Big Creek Rd., 36502.
WIND CREEK CASINO & HOTEL windcreekatmore.com. 866-946-3360. 303 Poarch Rd., 36502.
WALTER F. GEORGE LAKE Eufaula, U.S. Hwy. 431 WIREGRASS MUSEUM OF ART Dothan, U.S. Hwy. 231, U.S. Hwy. 84
AUBURN { map I-9 } AUBURN UNIVERSITY HISTORIC DISTRICT
aotourism.com. 334-887-8747. Auburn University campus, College St., 36849.
CHEWACLA STATE PARK
alapark.com/chewacla-state-park. 334-887-5621. 124 Shell Toomer Pkwy., 36830.
DONALD E. DAVIS ARBORETUM
auburn.edu/arboretum. 334-844-5770. 181 Garden Dr. on Auburn University campus, 36849.
JAMES BROS. BIKES
jamesbrosbikes.com. 334-821-0055. 1199 S. Donahue Dr., 36832.
JAN DEMPSEY COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER
auburnalabama.org/arts. 334-501-2963. 222 E. Drake Ave., 36830.
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JONATHAN B. LOVELACE HALL OF HONOR
auburntigers.com/facilities. 855-282-2010, option 0. 250 Beard-Eaves Ct., 36849.
TOOMER’S CORNER
Intersections of College St. & Magnolia Ave., 36830.
BEATRICE { map K-4 }
JULE COLLINS SMITH MUSEUM OF FINE ART AT AUBURN UNIVERSITY
MONROE COUNTY STATE PUBLIC LAKE
KIESEL PARK
BLADON SPRINGS { map K-2 }
jcsm.auburn.edu. 334-844-1484. 901 S. College St., 36849. auburnalabama.org/parks. 334-501-2930. 520 Chadwick Lane, 36832.
KREHER PRESERVE & NATURE CENTER
outdooralabama.com. 251-789-2104. 3596 CR 50, 36425.
BLADON SPRINGS STATE PARK alapark.com. 205-459-3459. 3921 Bladon Rd., 36919.
auburn.edu/preserve. 334-844-8091. 2222 N. College St., 36830.
BOYKIN { map J-4 }
NUNN WINSTON HOUSE
334-573-0020. 12021 CR 29, 36723.
GEES BEND WELCOME CENTER
auburnalabama.org/parks. 334-501-2930. 520 Chadwick Lane, 36832.
TIGER TRAIL OF AUBURN
aotourism.com/Arts-and-Culture/5/Tiger-Trail-ofAuburn/. 334-887-7011. College St. & W. Magnolia Ave., 36830.
BLACK BELT TREASURES CULTURAL ARTS CENTER
bbtcac.com. 334-682-9878. 209 Claiborne St., 36726. Celebrating fine/heritage literature, arts, crafts, food and music from Alabama’s Black Belt Region! Gallery, tourism, classes, Quilt Trail, events.
BREWTON { map N-5 } THOMAS E. MCMILLAN MUSEUM & ALABAMA ROOM 251-809-1528. 220 Alco Dr., 36426.
BRIDGEPORT BEACH
facebook.com/ARLMobileDistrict. 334-682-4244, 334-682-9152. 3481 J.C. Martin Blvd., 36726.
BRUNDIDGE { map K-8 }
GEE’S BEND FERRY
JOHNSTON PEANUT BUTTER MILL
OLD SHOE SHOP MUSEUM
piddle.org/johnston-peanut-butter-mill. 334-735-3675. 201 Church St., 36010. VISIT ALABAMA.TRAVEL/EXPERIENCEALABAMA/CIVIL-RIGHTS-LEGACY AS THE HEART OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT DURING THE MID-20TH CENTURY, ALABAMA PRESENTS SEVERAL SITES THAT ARE PART OF THE U.S. CIVIL RIGHTS TRAIL.
CAMDEN { map K-4 }
BUTLER { map J-2 } CHOCTAW COUNTY COURTHOUSE 205-459-2417. 117 S. Mulberry Ave, 36904.
ZACK ROGERS PARK
butleralabama.org/zack-rogers-park.html. 205-459-2128. 1512 W. Pushmataha St., 36904.
geesbendferry.com. 1001 Earl Hilliard Rd., 36726. blackbelttreasures.com. 718-839-3501. 102 Planters St., 36726.
ROLAND COOPER STATE PARK
alapark.com. 334-682-4838. 285 Deer Run Dr., 36726.
WILCOX FEMALE INSTITUTE
wilcoxareachamber.org. 334-682-4929. 301 Broad St., 36726.
CHATOM { map L-2 } WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORY MUSEUM
facebook.com/washcohx. 251-847-2052. 45 Court S, 36518.
CLAYTON { map K-9 } OCTAGON HOUSE
334-775-9176. 11 N. Midway St., 36016.
CLIO { map L-9 } BLUE SPRINGS STATE PARK
alapark.com/blue-springs-state-park. 334-397-4875. 2595 AL Hwy. 10, 36017.
COFFEEVILLE { map K-2 } CHOCTAW NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
fws.gov/choctaw. 662-323-5548. 10 mi. NW of Coffeeville, off U.S. Hwy. 84; 509 Wildlife Rd., Gilbertown, 36908.
SERVICE PARK AT COFFEEVILLE LAKE
251-754-9338. 451 Service Park Rd., Silas, 36919.
COLUMBIA { map M-10 } OMUSSEE CREEK PARK
houstoncounty.org/parks/omussee. 334-696-4626. 75 Picnic Rd., AL Hwy. 95S, 36319. CHEWACLA STATE PARK
DEMOPOLIS { map I-3 } BLUFF HALL
M e e t t h e c o o l e s t c o l l e g e t o w n i n t h e S o u t h . A n d h i s h i p o l d e r s i s t e r. aotourism.com
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marengocountyhistoricalsociety.com/bluff-hall. 334-289-9644. 407 N. Commissioners Ave., 36732.
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The party is in the street at Dothan’s downtown street festival, Foster Fest, which happens every first Friday from March to October. Explore food trucks, shops, restaurants, and nightlife between multiple stages featuring local and national music acts. Foster Fest is the place to see, hear, and get to know Dothan like you never have before.
Visit the Dothan you don’t know. VISITDOTHAN.COM
@VisitDothan
BY RICK HARMON
T ake 3 6 hours to get to know this college town and its closest neighbor, O pelika, where golf reigns and the state’ s first craft distillery in 1 0 0 years has opened its doors.
THEN+NOW Friday EARLY AFTERNOON Check into one of Auburn’s many unique hotels. The 40-room Collegiate Hotel was once the Wittel Dormitory, housing professional women in the early 1900s before becoming Auburn University’s first women’s dormitory in the 1940s. Now, this boutique hotel combines the nostalgic setting with modern luxuries, such as a rooftop bar. The university owns The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center, which serves as a teaching facility for its Hospitality Management Program and recently received the coveted AAA Four Diamond Rating. At The Crenshaw Guest House, choose between bed-and-breakfast-style rooms in the house or more private accommodations with separate outside entrances and kitchenettes. The Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National not only promises one of the area’s most gracious stays, but also Grand National, a Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail course that is considered one of the best in the country. 92 | 2020 Alabama Vacation Guide & Calendar
Show up thirsty at T oomer’ s D rugs and sample its worldfamous lemonade, which E sq uire magaz ine ranked N o. 1 in its list of “ 1 6 2 R easons I t’ s G ood to B e an American.” Above, J ames E chols, credited with concocting the recipe, pours syrup to sweeten a lemonade in 1 9 7 5 .
Head downtown to Toomer’s Corner, where Auburn fans celebrate sports (read: football) victories by “rolling the oaks,” meaning they cover the trees with toilet paper. After stepping into Toomer’s Drugs for a lemonade, pick up some Auburn Tiger memorabilia at J&M Bookstore, a part of college life here since 1953. EVENING “The loveliest village” boasts several elegant restaurants, headlined by Acre, which has made Southern Living’s best restaurants in the South list, was named Travel + Leisure’s best farm-to-table restaurant in Alabama and whose chef, David Bancroft, won an “Iron Chef Showdown” and is a four-time James Beard Award semifinalist.
Left to right: ATD/Chris Granger, courtesy of Auburn University Libraries Special Collections & Archives Department, ATD/Chris Granger, ATD, courtesy of Collegiate Hotel; insets, top to bottom: courtesy of Auburn-Opelika Tourism, ATD/Chris Granger, courtesy of RTJ Golf Trail/Michael Clemmer
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NIGHT As you might expect from a college town, Auburn has great bars. Consider a nightcap: Avondale Bar and Tap Room offers sophistication and handcrafted cocktails; Sky Bar is known as one of the biggest and best college bars in the Southeast.
Saturday MORNING Explore nature among Chewacla State Park’s 696 scenic acres and 12 trails that climb bluffs, pass Moore’s Mill Creek, or lead to the picturesque 30-foot Chewacla Dam Waterfall. All trails are open to hikers and mountain bikers. Next, relive gridiron glory at Lovelace Hall of Honor, a section in the Auburn basketball arena where you can see Heisman trophies, a National Championship trophy and the
OPPOSITE: LEMONADE FROM TOOMER’S DRUGS REFRESHES YEARROUND, DISCOVERING DOWNTOWN’S SHOPPING DELIGHTS; THIS PAGE, FROM TOP: THE FORMER WITTEL DORMITORY LIGHTING UP THE NIGHT AS THE COLLEGIATE HOTEL; DINING AT ACRE, WHOSE CHEF, DAVID BANCROFT, WAS NAMED AMONG 20 JAMES BEARD AWARD SEMIFINALISTS FOR BEST CHEF IN THE SOUTH LAST YEAR FOR THE FIFTH STRAIGHT YEAR
engraved silver cup Auburn won in 1893 after beating Alabama 32-22 in the first football game between the schools. JordanHare Stadium, with one of the largest football video scoreboards in the country, is next door.
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FOSCUE CREEK PARK
ruralswalabama.org/attraction/foscue-creek-park. 334-289-5535. 1800 Lock and Dam Rd., 36732.
GAINESWOOD NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/gaineswood/ gaineswood.aspx. 334-289-4846. 805 S. Cedar Ave., 36732.
LAIRD COTTAGE/GENEVA MERCER MUSEUM
marengocountyhistoricalsociety.com/laird-cottage. 334-289-0282. 311 N. Walnut Ave., 36732.
LYON HALL
DR. GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MONUMENT
nationalpeanutfestival.com. 334-793-4323. 5622 U.S. Hwy. 231S, 36301.
ESCAPE DOTHAN
escapedothan.com. 334-446-7135. 3759 Ross Clark Cir., 36303.
FUN ZONE SKATE CENTER
funzoneskatecenterdothan.com. 334-678-7529. 465 Westgate Pkwy., 36303.
G.W. CARVER INTERPRETIVE MUSEUM gwcarvermuseum.com. 334-712-0933. 305 N. Foster St., 36303.
ENTERPRISE { map M-8 } ANCHORS AWAY SCUBA
anchorsawayscuba.com. 334-578-3483. 1303 Rucker Blvd., 36330.
AVIATOR MONUMENT
VisitEnterprise.com. 334-347-0581. Intersection of Park Ave. and Plaza Dr., 36331.
BOLL WEEVIL MONUMENT
VisitEnterprise.com. 334-347-0581. Intersection of Main and College Sts., 36330.
THE HUEY HELICOPTER AND WALL OF FREEDOM
marengocountyhistoricalsociety.com/lyon-hall. 334-289-9644. 102 S. Main Ave., 36732.
HISTORIC DOTHAN DOWNTOWN
VisitEnterprise.com. 334-348-2684. 1901 Neal Metcalf Rd., 36330.
MARENGO COUNTY HISTORY & ARCHIVES MUSEUM
JOSEPH STATUE
PEA RIVER HISTORICAL DEPOT MUSEUM
LANDMARK PARK/ DIGITARIUM PLANETARIUM
EUFAULA { map K-10 }
MURALS OF THE WIREGRASS
fws.gov/eufaula. 334-687-4065. 367 AL Hwy. 165, 36027.
facebook.com/marengo.historical. 334-289-0599. 101 N. Walnut Ave., 36732.
DOTHAN { map M-9 } ADVENTURELAND THEME PARK
adventurelandthemepark.com. 334-793-9100. 3738 W. Main St. (U.S. Hwy. 84W), 36305.
AXTION AIR: JUMP & SPORTS
axtionair.com. 334-446-5175. 3525 Ross Clark Cir., Ste. 315, 36303.
BEAVER CREEK TRAIL
3636 Fortner St./199 Narcisse Dr., 36303.
DOTHAN AREA BOTANICAL GARDENS
dabg.com. 334-793-3224. 5130 Headland Ave., 36303.
dothandowntown.org. 188 N. Foster St., 36303. 334-794-3871. 126 Museum Ave., 36303.
landmarkparkdothan.com. 334-794-3452. 430 Landmark Dr., 36303. visitdothan.com/visit/murals. Downtown, 36303.
PEANUTS AROUND TOWN visitdothan.com. 334-794-6622. 3311 Ross Clark Cir., 36302.
WATER WORLD
waterworlddothan.com. 334-615-3750. 401 Recreation Rd., 36303.
WIREGRASS MUSEUM OF ART wiregrassmuseum.org. 334-794-3871. 126 Museum Ave., 36303.
WORLD’S SMALLEST CITY BLOCK
visit & explore
visitdothan.com. 334-794-6622. N. Appletree, Museum & Troy Sts., 36303.
XTREME AIR: TRAMPOLINE AND NINJA COURSE
xtremeairtrampolinepark.com. 334-797-5867. 441 Nypro Lane, 36303.
ECLECTIC { map H-9 } GOAT ISLAND ON LAKE MARTIN facebook.com/groups/593516704360144.
EUFAULA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
FENDALL HALL
fendallhall.weebly.com. 334-687-8469. 917 W. Barbour St., 36027.
JAMES S. CLARK INTERPRETIVE CENTER
eufaulachamber.com. 334-687-6664. 333 E. Broad St., 36027.
LAKEPOINT RESORT STATE PARK alapark.com. 334-687-8011. 104 Lakepoint Dr., 36027.
LEROY BROWN STATUE
facebook.com/Leroy-Brown-1208480319198407. 334-687-6664. 111 E. Broad St. in the median, 36027.
MANNY 12½-FT. BASS STATUE
facebook.com/Manny-431458747268130. 334-687-6664. 406 E. Broad St., 36027.
OLD CREEK TOWN PARK
eufaularecreation.com/OldCreekTownPark.aspx. 334-687-1213. 530 Lake Dr., 36027.
SETH LORE AND IRWINTON HISTORIC DISTRICT
ELBA { map M-8 }
eufaulachamber.com. 334-687.6664. N. Eufaula Ave. & N. Randolph St., 36027.
COFFEE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
SHORTER MANSION
elbaalchamber.com. 334-897-3125. 220 N. Court Ave., 36323.
COFFEE COUNTY LAKE
outdooralabama.com/alabama-public-fishinglakes-pfls/coffee-county-pfl. 334-447-2384. 3086 CR 364, 36323.
FOLSOM BIRTHPLACE/ THE OLD COFFEE COUNTY JAIL elbaalabama.net. 334-897-3125. 329 Putnam St., 36323.
JAMES E. GRIMES RIVER WALK
elbaalabama.net. 334-897-3125. Downtown Elba, 36323.
PEA RIVER OUTDOORS
1.800.524.7529 www.eufaulachamber.com
peariver.org. 334-393-2901. 106 Railroad St., 36330.
peariveroutdoors.com. 334-447-2236. 119 Old Samson Rd., 36323.
VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK
elbaalabama.net. 661 E. Davis St., 36323.
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eufaulapilgrimage.com. 334-687-3793. 340 N. Eufaula Ave., 36027.
WALTER F. GEORGE LAKE (LAKE EUFAULA)
eufaulachamber.com. 229-768-2516. 36027.
YOHOLO MICCO WALKING TRAIL
eufaulachamber.com. 334-687-6664. Corner of E. Broad St. & N. Livingston Ave., 36027
EVERGREEN { map L-5 } BOOKER’S MILL
evergreenal.org. 251-578-1707. CR 21, 36401.
HISTORIC EVERGREEN TRAIN DEPOT evergreenareachamber.com. 251-578-1707. 100 Depot Sq., 36401.
FLOMATON { map N-4 }
CONFEDERATE PARK
TURTLE POINT ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CENTER
GREENVILLE HISTORIC TRAIN DEPOT
334-382-2647. 119 E. Commerce St., 36037.
LUVERNE { map K-7 } CRENSHAW COUNTY PUBLIC LAKE
greenvillealchamber.com. 334-382-3251. Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce, 1 Depot Square, 36037.
outdooralabama.com/alabama-public-fishinglakes-pfls/crenshaw-county-pfl. 334-403-0212. 1075 County Lake Rd., 36049.
FLORALA { map N-7 }
GROVE HILL { map L-3 }
MIDLAND CITY { map M-9 }
FLORALA CITY WETLANDS PARK
CLARKE COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
THE HOWELL HOUSE
turtlepointscience.al.ecc.schoolinsites.com. 251-296-3401. 20959 U.S. Hwy. 31S, 36441.
334-858-6425. 439 Victoria Lane, 36442.
LAKE JACKSON RV CAMPGROUND AND PARK AT FLORALA
alapark.com. 334-858-6425. 439 Victoria Lane, 36442.
FORT MITCHELL { map J-10 } FORT MITCHELL NATIONAL CEMETERY
www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/ftmitchell.asp. 334-855-4731. 553 AL Hwy. 165, 36856.
HISTORIC FORT MITCHELL/ VISITOR’S CENTER/CHATTAHOOCHEE INDIAN HERITAGE CENTER
visitfortmitchell.org. 334-855-1406. 561 AL Hwy. 165, 36856.
clarkemuseum.com. 251-275-8684. 116 W. Cobb St., 36451.
GROVE HILL CULTURAL ARTS CENTER
facebook.com/Grove-Hill-Arts-Council358294184907. 251-275-4278. 122 Main St., 36451.
HEART OF CLARKE OUTDOOR MURAL 251-275-4278. 128 Main St. on Courthouse Square, 36451.
HAYNEVILLE { map J-6 } SELMA TO MONTGOMERY TRAIL/ LOWNDES INTERPRETIVE CENTER
nps.gov/semo. 334-877-1983. 7002 U.S. Hwy. 80W, at mile marker 106, 36040.
FORT RUCKER { map M-8 }
HEADLAND { map M-10 }
FORT RUCKER RIDING STABLE
FRIENDS OF ARMY AVIATION
LAKE THOLOCCO
TODD FARMS LIVING MUSEUM
rucker.armymwr.com/programs/riding-stables. 334-255-0021. 20150 Hatch Rd., 36362. rucker.armymwr.com/programs/outdoorrecreation. 334-255-4305. Bldg. 24235, Johnston Rd., 36362.
U.S. ARMY AVIATION MUSEUM
armyaviationmuseum.org. 334-598-2508. Bldg. 6000, Novosel St., 36362.
GEORGIANA { map L-6 } HANK WILLIAMS, SR. BOYHOOD HOME & MUSEUM hankmuseum.com. 334-376-2396. 127 Rose St., 36033.
GILBERTOWN { map K-1 } CHOCTAW COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
facebook.com/Choctaw-County-Historical-Museum708203652529653. 251-843-2501. 40 Melvin Rd., 36908.
GLENWOOD { map L-7 } THE FLOWING WELL
334-335-3426, 334-372-7150. E. Dyer St., 36034.
GREENVILLE { map K-6 } BATES HOUSE OF TURKEY
batesturkey.com. 334-382-6123. 1001 Fort Dale Rd., 36037.
334-983-3511. 1385 Hinton Waters Ave., 36350.
MILLBROOK { map I-7 } ALABAMA WILDLIFE FEDERATION (AWF)/ALABAMA NATURE CENTER (ANC) alabamawildlife.org. 334-285-4550. 3050 Lanark Rd., 36054.
GENE JONES ANTIQUE TRACTOR MUSEUM
334-285-1700. 3121 Park Ct., 36054.
MILLRY { map L-1 } WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC LAKE outdooralabama.com/alabama-public-fishinglakes-pfls/washington-county-pfl. 251-846-2512. 809 State Lake Rd., 36558.
friendsofarmyaviation.org. 334-445-0008. 189 Heritage Way, Ozark. 36360. toddsyrupfarm.com. 334-693-2004. 19326 U.S. Hwy. 431, 36345.
VISIT ALABAMA.TRAVEL/EXPERIENCEALABAMA/HISTORY
HOPE HULL { map J-7 } ALABAMA SAFARI PARK
alabamasafaripark.com. 334-288-2105. 1664 Venable Rd., 36043.
JACKSON { map L-2 } KIMBELL HOUSE
cityofjacksonal.com. 251-246-2461. 136 Mayton Dr., 36545.
LORANZ-MCCRARY HOUSE
ruralswalabama.org/attraction/lorenz-mccraryhouse-built-1900-at-jackson-al. 251-246-3251. 500 Commerce St., 36545.
OLD LOCK ONE PARK
sam.usace.army.mil/Missions/Civil-Works/ Recreation/blackwarriortombigbeebwtlake. 334-289-3540. 3800 Old Lock One Rd., 36545.
LINDEN { map J-3 }
Visit Monroeville Literary Capital of Alabama www. visitmonroevilleal.com
CHICKASAW STATE PARK
alapark.com/chickasaw-state-park. 334-295-8230. 26955 U.S. Hwy. 43, Gallion, 36742.
LOACHAPOKA { map I-9 } LOACHAPOKA HISTORIC DISTRICT
leecountyhistoricalsociety.org/buildings-exhibits. 334-821-1921. 6500 Stage Rd. (AL Hwy. 14), 36832.
PIONEER PARK
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
blackbelttreasures.com. 334-682-9878. 1 Depot Square, 36037.
LOWNDESBORO { map J-6 }
BUTLER COUNTY COURTHOUSE
HOLY GROUND BATTLEFIELD PARK
TOUR BUSES ARE ALWAYS WELCOME! PLEASE CALL AHEAD IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE RESERVATIONS FOR GROUPS OF 12 OR MORE TO EAT LUNCH WITH US.
BLACK BELT TREASURES PREVIEW GALLERY
greenvillealchamber.com. 334-382-3251. 700 Court Square, 36037.
leecountyhistoricalsociety.org/buildings-exhibits. 334-887-3007. 6500 Stage Rd., (AL Hwy. 14), 36832.
alabamabirdingtrails.com/sites/holy-groundbattlefield-park. 334-875-6247. 300 Battlefield Rd., 36752.
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334.227.8355
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MONROEVILLE { map L-4 } “A CELEBRATION OF READING” SCULPTURE
visitmonroevilleal.com/a-celebration-of-reading. html. 251-575-7433. 31 N. Alabama Ave., 36460.
DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT
visitmonroevilleal.com. 251-743-2879. Downtown Square, 36460.
THE FAULK PROPERTY
monroecountymuseum.org. 251-575-7433. 199 S. Alabama Ave., 36460.
KATHERINE LEE ROSE GARDEN & WAR MEMORIAL GAZEBO 251-743-2879. 65 N. Alabama Ave., 36460.
LITERARY CAPITAL SCULPTURE TRAIL
monroevillemainstreet.com. 251-575-1457. Historic downtown., 36460.
MONROE COUNTY MUSEUM
monroecountymuseum.org. 251-575-7433. Courthouse Square, 31 N. Alabama Ave., 36460.
MONROEVILLE MURALS
visitmonroevilleal.com. 251-743-2879. Various locations, 36460.
MONROEVILLE VETERANS PARK
monroevilleal.gov/veterans-park. 251-575-5535. 2041 S. Mount Pleasant Ave., 36461.
MONROEVILLE WALKING TOUR visitmonroevilleal.com. 251-743-2879. 86 N. Alabama Ave., 36460.
MONUMENT TO ATTICUS FINCH
monroecountymuseum.org. 251-575-7433. Courthouse Square, 31 N. Alabama Ave., 36460.
“TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD” PRODUCTION SET
CIVIL RIGHTS MEMORIAL
VF OUTLET
THE DEXTER AVENUE KING MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH
monroecountymuseum.org. 251-575-7433. Courthouse Square, 31 N. Alabama Ave., 36460. vfoutlet.com. 251-575-2330. 900 Drewry Rd., 36460.
MONTGOMERY { map J-7 } ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES & HISTORY archives.alabama.gov. 334-242-4435. 624 Washington Ave., 36104.
ALABAMA JUDICIAL BUILDING/ SUPREME COURT & STATE LAW LIBRARY
judicial.alabama.gov/library. 334-229-0578. 300 Dexter Ave., 36104.
ALABAMA SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL asf.net. 334-271-5353. 1 Festival Dr., 36117.
ALABAMA STATE CAPITOL
ahc.alabama.gov/alabama-state-capitol.aspx. 334-242-3935. 600 Dexter Ave., 36104.
ALABAMA WAR MEMORIAL
legional.org. 334-262-6638. 120 N. Jackson St., 36104.
BREAKOUT GAMES
breakoutgames.com/montgomery. 334-203-7868. 6715 Taylor Ct., 36117.
THE CITY OF ST. JUDE INTERPRETIVE CENTER AND GARDEN cityofstjude.org. 334-265-6791. 2048 W. Fairview Ave., 36108.
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splcenter.org/civil-rights-memorial. 334-956-8439. 400 Washington Ave., 36104.
dexterkingmemorial.org. 334-263-3970. 454 Dexter Ave., 36104.
THE DEXTER PARSONAGE MUSEUM dexterkingmemorial.org. 334-261-3270. 303 S. Jackson St., 36104.
ENLISTED HERITAGE HALL
AFEHRI.au.af.mil. 334-416-3202. 550 McDonald St., Bldg. 1210, 36114.
ESCAPOLOGY MONTGOMERY
escapology.com/en/montgomery-al. 334-523-1947. 130 Commerce St., #700, 36104.
FIRST WHITE HOUSE OF THE CONFEDERACY firstwhitehouse.org. 334-242-1861. 644 Washington Ave., 36130.
FRANK M. JOHNSON, JR. FEDERAL COURTHOUSE COMPLEX
almd.uscourts.gov/about/courthouse-info/ montgomery. 334-954-3600. 1 Church St., 36104.
FREEDOM RIDES MUSEUM/ HISTORIC MONTGOMERY GREYHOUND BUS STATION
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/freedomrides/ freedomrides.aspx. 334-414-8647. 210 S. Court St., 36104.
THE GEORGINE CLARKE ALABAMA ARTISTS GALLERY arts.alabama.gov. 334-242-4076. 201 Monroe St., Ste. 110, 36104.
3 Miles of Safari Roads Free-Roaming Animals to View and Feed From Your Car Zebra, Bison, Camels, Deer, Antelope, Ostrich, Llamas and many more! New Babies Born Each Year Safari Wagon Rides
Budgie Adventure Aviary Giraffe Feeding Staaon Peeng Area Safari Trading Post Gii Shop Picnic Area & More!
1664 VENABLE ROAD · HOPE HULL, AL 36043 · (334) 288-2105
BY RICK HARMON
E njoy a long weekend bookended by great food and beautiful landscapes in one of the country’ s most historic cities, currently headlined by the N ational M emorial for P eace and J ustice.
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THEN+NOW Friday
EVENING Relax with a laid-back dinner and a movie in the Cloverdale entertainment district. Nosh on a spicy, roasted sweet potato taco with goat cheese at El Rey Burrito Lounge, a cuttingedge Mexican restaurant with contemporary gourmet flair, before walking next door to the Capri Theatre, which opened in 1941 as the Clover Theatre and now shows modern independent films and classics. Afterward, walk north down Boultier Street, located just east of the movie house, and stop at Leroy, a secluded bar with a stunning selection of beer, from $2 Pabst Blue Ribbon to $60 Baladin Xyauyu. If you still aren’t tired, head downtown for drinks at the Aviator Bar, decorated with vintage airplanes and aviator memorabilia, or music at Sous La Terre, a subterranean jazz club where the scene doesn’t heat up until well after midnight. 98 | 2020 Alabama Vacation Guide & Calendar
Start Saturday in the renovated 1 9 2 0 sera K ress B uilding at P revail U nion, a coffee shop Food & Wine magaz ine named as having the best coffee in the state. T ouches of the former department store’ s segregationist past remain as reminders of how far the city has come.
MORNING After coffee, tour the National Memorial for Peace and Justice. Since the Equal Justice Initiative memorial to black lynching victims opened on April 26, 2018, it’s been called one of the country’s most powerful memorials. Afterward, walk to EJI’s Legacy Museum: From Enslavement to Mass Incarceration, which examines the lingering effects of racial injustice on today’s society. Timed entry tickets are required, so purchase yours in advance online to avoid missing your desired time. As the memorial attests, Montgomery has played a crucial role in America’s race relations. Visit the Alabama Capitol, where Confederate president Jefferson
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AFTERNOON Fill a couple of hours at The Hank Williams Museum, the Museum of Alabama or the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts.
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EVENING Eat elegantly at Jubilee Seafood or Vintage Year in Cloverdale, Central in downtown Montgomery or City Grill in Hampstead. Time dinner to see the hits, either during a Montgomery Biscuits baseball game featuring the Tampa Bay Rays’ AA team or on stage at the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, one of the top Shakespeare theaters in the country.
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MORNING Tee off at Capitol Hill in Prattville, about 10 miles north of Montgomery. The course is part of Alabama’s Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, ranked by Golf and Golf Digest as some of the best and most affordable public golf in the country. Conclude your weekend with a stroll through Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum, home to more than 20 acres of floral beauty, Greek-inspired statues and a full-scale replica of Greece’s Temple of Hera.
OPPOSITE, FROM LEFT: THE RECENTLY RENOVATED KRESS BUILDING PRESERVES ITS ORIGINAL EXTERIOR, TOUCHING ENGRAVED NAMES AT THE CIVIL RIGHTS MEMORIAL; THIS PAGE, FROM TOP: THE ALLEY PROVIDES HOURS OF DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT, VARIOUS SCULPTURES DOT THE GROUNDS OF THE WYNTON M. BLOUNT CULTURAL PARK.
Davis was sworn in and where Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous “How Long, Not Long” speech after the Selma to Montgomery March. Stop at Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church, from which King led the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Visit the First White House of the Confederacy; Davis and his family lived here. Within walking distance lie the Rosa Parks Museum, the Freedom Rides Museum and The Civil Rights Memorial Center, which features the Civil Rights Memorial designed by Maya Lin. NOON Break for lunch at either Chris’ Hot Dogs, which for more than 100 years has served hot dogs covered in its secret chili sauce to customers from Hank Williams to President Franklin D. Roosevelt, or Derk’s Filet & Vine, one of the city’s best meat-and-twos. www.alabama.travel | 99
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GOAT HILL MUSEUM STOREALABAMA STATE CAPITOL
ahc.alabama.gov/Goathillmuseumstore.aspx. 334-353-4969. S. Union St., 36104.
GOVERNOR’S MANSION
governor.alabama.gov/governor/governors-mansion. 334-834-3022. 1142 S. Perry St., 36104.
GOVERNOR’S MANSION GIFT SHOP
facebook.com/Alabama-Governors-Mansion-GiftShop-134809083285972. 334-241-8824. 30 Finley Ave., 36104.
HANK WILLIAMS MEMORIAL GRAVESITE
NATIONAL CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF CIVIL RIGHTS & AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE AT ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY
LEE COUNTY COURTHOUSE aotourism.com. 334-737-3660. 215 S. 9th St., 36803.
lib.alasu.edu. 334-229-4824. 1345 Carter Hill Rd., 36106.
MUSEUM OF EAST ALABAMA
THE NATIONAL MEMORIAL FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE
SPRING VILLA PARK
museumandmemorial.eji.org/memorial. 334-386-9100. 417 Caroline St., 36104.
OLD ALABAMA TOWN
oldalabamatown.com. 334-240-4500. 301 Columbus St., 36104.
eastalabama.org. 334-749-2751. 121 S. 9th St., 36801. opelika-al.gov. 334-705-5552. 1474 Lee Rd. 148, 36804.
OPP { map M-7 } FRANK JACKSON STATE PARK
alapark.com/frank-jackson-state-park. 334-493-6988. 100 Jerry Adams Dr., 36467.
thehankwilliamsmuseum.net. 334-262-3600. Oakwood Cemetery Annex, 1304 Upper Wetumpka Rd., 36107.
PRIESTER’S PECANS
HANK WILLIAMS MUSEUM
RIVERFRONT PARK
ALABAMA AVIATION COLLEGE AT OZARK
ROCKIN’ JUMP TRAMPOLINE PARK
CARILLON AND BELL TOWER
ROSA PARKS MUSEUM AND CHILDREN’S WING
DOWLING MUSEUM/ANN RUDD ARTS CENTER
SACS GALLERY
ED LISENBY PUBLIC LAKE, WALKING & BIRDING TRAIL, SAM DALE PARK AND OZARK COMMUNITY ARCHERY RANGE
thehankwilliamsmuseum.net. 334-262-3600. 118 Commerce St., 36104.
HANK WILLIAMS STATUE
thehankwilliamsmuseum.net. 334-262-3600. 216 N. Commerce St., 36104.
HARRIOTT II RIVERBOAT
funinmontgomery.com. 334-625-2100. 355 Commerce St., 36104.
HOLT STREET MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH
holtstreetmemorialbaptistchurch.net. 334-263-0522. 1870 S. Court St., 36104.
priesters.com. 334-227-8355. 80 Bishop Bottom Rd., Fort Deposit, 36032. funinmontgomery.com. 334-625-2100. 355 Commerce St., 36104. rockinjump.com/montgomery. 334-239-2587. 5544 Atlanta Hwy., 36117.
montgomery.troy.edu/rosaparks/museum. 334-241-8615. 252 Montgomery St., 36104. sacs.gallery. 334-265-9931. 529 S. Perry St., 36104.
HYUNDAI MOTOR MANUFACTURING ALABAMA
SCOTT AND ZELDA FITZGERALD MUSEUM
hmmausa.com. 334-387-8019. 700 Hyundai Blvd., 36105.
thefitzgeraldmuseum.org. 334-264-4222. 919 Felder Ave., 36106.
JACKSON-COMMUNITY HOUSE
STONEHENGE GALLERY
jacksoncommunityhouse.org. 334-221-1973. 409 S. Union St., 36104.
JASMINE HILL GARDENS AND OUTDOOR MUSEUM
jasminehill.org. 334-567-6463. 3001 Jasmine Hill Rd., Wetumpka, 36193.
THE LEGACY MUSEUM
museumandmemorial.eji.org/museum. 334-386-9100. 115 Coosa St., 36104.
MONTGOMERY AREA VISITOR CENTER visitingmontgomery.com. 334-262-0013. 300 Water St., 36104.
MONTGOMERY MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS
mmfa.org. 334-625-4333. 1 Museum Dr., 36117.
MONTGOMERY ZOO AND MANN WILDLIFE LEARNING MUSEUM
montgomeryzoo.com. 334-625-4900. 2301 Coliseum Pkwy., 36110.
THE MOOSEUM
bamabeef.org. 334-265-1867. 201 S. Bainbridge St., 36104.
MORE THAN TOURS
iammorethan7053.com/more-than-tours. 334-296-3024. 39 Dexter Ave., 36104.
MUSEUM OF ALABAMA
museum.alabama.gov. 334-242-4364. Inside the Alabama Department of Archives and History, 624 Washington Ave., 36130.
NAT KING COLE HOME
1333 Hall St. (corner of Harris Way & Pineleaf St.), Alabama State University campus, 36106.
stonehengeinc.com. 334-262-8256. 401 Cloverdale Rd., 36106.
URBAN DREAM FINE ARTS CENTER 334-323-4981. 3860 S. Court St., 36105.
W.A. GAYLE PLANETARIUM
troy.edu/planetarium. 334-625-4799. 1010 Forest Ave., Oak Park, 36106.
WIND CREEK CASINO & HOTEL MONTGOMERY
windcreekmontgomery.com. 866-946-3360. 1801 Eddie L. Tullis Rd., 36117.
OZARK { map L-9 } escc.edu/alabama-aviation-center. 334-347-2623. 3405 S. U.S. Hwy. 231, 36360. ozarkalchamber.com. 334-774-9321. Intersection of Painter Ave. & Owens St., 36360.
ruddartcenter.org. 334-445-6526. 144 E. Broad St., 36360.
ozarkalabama.us. 334-774-0588. 861 Myrtle Dr., 36361.
THE HOLMAN HOUSE
334-774-9321. 285 E. Broad St., 36360.
MABSON COMMUNITY EDUCATION FOREST 334-774-5393. Off CR 36, 36360.
VETERANS MEMORIAL BRIDGE
ozarkalchamber.com. 334-774-9321. 9 mi. north of town on U.S. Hwy. 231N, 36360.
PERDUE HILL { map L-4 } WILLIAM TRAVIS HOUSE
monroecountyal.com. 251-575-9692. U.S. 84 & CR 1, 36470.
NEWTON { map M-9 }
PHENIX CITY { map I-10 }
OATES-REYNOLDS MEMORIAL BUILDING/DALE CO. AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM
CRAWFORD PARK/TUCKABATCHEE MASONIC LODGE
334-299-3316. 209 Oates Dr., 36352.
facebook.com/crawfordparkal. 334-298-6426. 4497 U.S. Hwy. 80., 36870.
NOTASULGA { map I-9 }
JOHN GODWIN’S GRAVE
SHILOH COMMUNITY HISTORIC SITES: THE SHILOH ROSENWALD SCHOOL, THE SHILOH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH AND THE SHILOH CEMETERY shilohcommfound.com. 334-257-4765. 7794 AL Hwy. 81, 36866.
334-298-6426. 1724 13th Pl., 36867.
MOON LAKE
phenixcityal.us. 334-291-4719. 3743 Moon Lake Dr., 36867.
MURAL AT IDLE HOUR PARK
OPELIKA { map H-9 }
phenixcityal.us. 334-291-4719. On retaining wall behind community center, 3743 Moon Lake Dr., 36867.
BROWNFIELD HOUSE
PHENIX CITY MOTOCROSS
334-749-0898. 611 N. 8th St., 36801.
DOWNTOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT
opelikamainstreet.org. 334-745-0466. Downtown Main St., 36801.
JAMES BROS BIKES
jamesbrosbikes.com. 334-759-7555. 113 S. 9th St., 36801.
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facebook.com/mxracetrack. 706-442-8821. 101 Lamb Rd. N, Salem, 36874.
PHOENIX WINGS MURAL
facebook.com/mxracetrack. 334-298-6426. 508 Dillingham St., 36867.
RUSHSOUTH WHITEWATER PARK
rushsouth.com. 334-298-9521. 1301 Whitewater Ave., 36867.
WHITEWATER EXPRESS/BLUE HERON ADVENTURE ZIP LINE & AERIAL COURSE
whitewaterexpress.com. 334-298-9521. 1303 3rd Ave. & 1400 3rd Ave., 36867.
J.C. BATES CHILDREN’S EDUCATIONAL MUSEUM
SELMA’S RIVERFRONT PARK
334-875-6001. 701 Lauderdale St., 36701.
selmaalabama.com. 334-874-2111. Water Ave. along the Alabama River, 36701.
JACKSON HOUSE HISTORIC SITE
STURDIVANT HALL MUSEUM 334-872-5626. 713 Mabry St., 36701.
PRATTVILLE { map I-6 }
jacksonfoundationandmuseum.com. 404-799-1803. 1416 Lapsley St., 36701.
AUTAUGA CREEK CANOE TRAIL
KENAN’S MILL
BUENA VISTA
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. STREET HISTORIC WALKING TOUR
prattvillechamber.com. 334-365-7392. Begins at Bridge Creek access on CR 10. facebook.com/buenavistaprattville. 334-365-3690. 641 CR 4, 36067.
COOTERS POND PARK
prattvilleal.gov. 334-361-3640. 1844 Cooters Pond Rd., 36066.
THE CREEKWALK
prattvillechamber.com. 334-365-7392. 127 W. Main St., 36067.
DANIEL PRATT HISTORIC DISTRICT/ PRATTVILLAGE
prattvillechamber.com. 334-365-7392. Downtown, 36067.
HISTORIC AUTAUGA COUNTY COURTHOUSE
archives.state.al.us/counties/autauga.html. 334-361-0961. 147 S. Court St., 36067.
OVERLOOK MEMORIAL PARK/ FRAGRANCE GARDEN
kenansmill.com. 334-412-8550. 188 CR 236, 36701.
selmaalabama.com. 334-875-7241. Martin Luther King Jr. St., 36701.
bcri.org. 334-874-9443, 334-652-2067. 1431 Broad St., 36701
VAUGHAN-SMITHERMAN MUSEUM 334-874-2174. 109 Union St., 36701.
ST. STEPHENS { map L-2 }
NATIONAL VOTING RIGHTS MUSEUM & INSTITUTE
ST. STEPHENS HISTORICAL PARK
OLD CAHAWBA ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK
TALLASSEE { map I-8 }
nvrmi.com. 334-526-4340. 6 U.S. Hwy. 80E, 36701.
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/cahawba/cahawba.aspx. 334-872-8058. 9518 Cahaba Rd., Orrville, 36767.
OLD DEPOT MUSEUM
ruralswalabama.org/attraction/old-depot-museum. 334-874-2197. 4 Martin Luther King St., 36702.
OLD TOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT selmaalabama.com. 334-875-7241. 36701.
PAUL M. GRIST STATE PARK
alapark.com/paul-m-grist-state-park. 334-872-5846. 1546 Grist Rd., 36701.
prattvilleal.gov. 334-361-3640. 299 Jay St., 36066.
SELMA ART GUILD GALLERY
PRATTAUGAN MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTER
SELMA INTERPRETIVE CENTER
autaugahistory.org/prattaugan-museum.html. 334-361-0961. 102 E. Main St., 36067.
TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH
334-874-9017. 508 Selma Ave., 36701. nps.gov/semo. 334-872-0509. 2 Broad St., 36701.
oldststephens.net. 251-247-2622. Jim Long Rd., 36569.
BENJAMIN FITZPATRICK BRIDGE tallasseechamber.com. 334-283-5151. Barnett Blvd., 36078.
CONFEDERATE OFFICERS QUARTERS tallasseechamber.com. 334-283-5151. 301-A King St., 36078.
LAKE TALISI
tallasseechamber.com. 334-283-5151. 36078.
RED HILL SCHOOL HOUSE
Highway 229, Red Hill Community (12 mi. north of Tallassee), 36078.
TALLASSEE CONFEDERATE ARMORY tallasseechamber.com. 334-252-0513. 1844 Outer Dr., 36078.
PRATTVILLE CREATIVE ARTS GALLERY prattvilleal.gov. 334-595-0854. 342 S. Chestnut St., 36067.
WILDERNESS PARK/BAMBOO FOREST
prattvilleal.gov. 334-361-3640. 800 Upper Kingston Rd., 36067.
SEALE { map J-10 } OLD RUSSELL COUNTY COURTHOUSE facebook.com/oldsealecourthouse. 334-298-6426. 91 Longview Ave., 36875.
SELMA { map I-5 }
PRATTVILLE Come discover the beauty of our 1839 New England style village nestled in the heart of the south.
www.ExplorePrattville.com
ANCIENT AFRICA, ENSLAVEMENT & CIVIL WAR MUSEUM
aaecwm.com. 334-526-4000. 1410 Water Ave., 36703.
BROWN CHAPEL AME CHURCH
nps.gov/semo/historyculture/brown-chapel-amechurch.htm. 334-874-7897. 410 Martin Luther King St., 36703.
EDMUND PETTUS BRIDGE selmaalabama.com. 334-875-7241. Broad St. & Water Ave., 36703.
FIRST (COLORED) BAPTIST CHURCH
bcri.org/consortium/first-colored-baptist-church. 334-875-5894. 709 Martin Luther King St., 36703.
GALLERY 905/ARTSREVIVE
334-878-1905. 905 Water Ave., 36701.
HERITAGE VILLAGE
selmaalabama.com. 334-875-7241. Corner of Mabry St. and McLeod Ave., 36701.
334.365.7392 • 800.588.2796 www.prattvillechamber.com 131 North Court Street • Prattville, AL 36067
HISTORIC WATER AVENUE selmaalabama.com. 334-875-7241. Water Ave., 36701.
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Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site— George W. Carver Museum in Tuskegee
unionspringsalabama.com. 334-738-8687. 140 N. Prairie St., 36089.
PAULY JAIL MUSEUM
unionspringsalabama.com. 334-738-8687. 217 N. Prairie St. (Behind Bullock County Courthouse), 36089.
RED DOOR THEATRE
reddoortheatre.org. 334-738-8687. 101 N. Prairie St., 36089.
THE RIDGE MACON COUNTY ARCHAEOLOGY PROJECT digtheridge.com. 770-843-1913. 10735 CR 10, 36089.
TRAIN DEPOT MURAL
unionspringsalabama.com. 334-738-8687. 299 N. Prairie St., 36089. tallasseechamber.com. 334-283-2163. James St., Downtown, 36078.
THOMASTON { map J-3 } ALABAMA RURAL HERITAGE CENTER ruralheritagecenter.com. 334-627-3388. 133 6th Ave., 36783.
THOMASVILLE { map K-3 } COASTAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE REGIONAL ART MUSEUM
coastalalabama.edu. 334-637-3146. 30755 U.S. Hwy. 43S, 36784.
KATHRYN TUCKER WINDHAM MUSEUM
coastalalabama.edu. 334-637-3146. 30755 U.S. Hwy. 43, 36784.
THOMASVILLE SPORTS HALL OF FAME 13 W. Front St., 36784.
TROY { map K-8 } BICENTENNIAL PARK
troyrecreation.org. 334-566-4031. U.S. Hwy. 231 & S. Brundidge St., 36081.
BUTTER AND EGG ADVENTURES
butterandeggadventures.com. 334-670-9954. 2127 Butter and Egg Rd, 36081.
JANICE HAWKINS CULTURAL ARTS PARK AND INTERNATIONAL ARTS CENTER
troy.edu/artspark. 334-808-6412. 158 Luther Dr., 36082.
JOHNSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
jcatroy.org. 334-670-2287. 300 E. Walnut St., 36081.
PIKE COUNTY LAKE
troyal.gov. 334-674-2480. 722 CR 2224, 36079.
PIONEER MUSEUM OF ALABAMA pioneer-museum.org. 334-566-3597. 248 U.S. Hwy. 231N, 36081.
TROY ARBORETUM
troy.edu. 334-670-3938. 101 Pell Ave., 36081.
TROY UNIVERSITY
troy.edu. 334-670-3100. 600 University Ave., 36082.
COMMODORE MUSEUM
334-724-0777. 208 E. Martin Luther King Hwy., 36083.
HARRIS BARRETT SCHOOL 334-727-3184. 3167 CR 27, 36083.
LAKE TUSKEGEE
tuskegeealabama.gov. 334-727-6619. Lakeview Dr., 36083.
MACON COUNTY COURTHOUSE
alabamaforeverwild.com/wehle-tract. 334-5293003. 4819 Pleasant Hill Rd., Midway, 36053.
VALLEY { map H-10 } LAKE HARDING
lakebrowser.com/alabama/lake_harding.asp. 9180 Lee Rd. 379, 36854.
334-727-5120. 101 E. Northside St., 36083.
WETUMPKA { map I-7 }
NORTH MAIN STREET HISTORIC DISTRICT
COOSA OUTDOOR CENTER
tuskegeealabama.gov. 334-727-6619. N. Main St., 36083.
THE OAKS—HOME OF BOOKER T. WASHINGTON
nps.gov/tuin. 334-727-3200. 905 W. Montgomery Rd., 36088.
TUSKEGEE AIRMEN NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
nps.gov/tuai. 334-724-0922. 1616 Chappie James Ave., 36083.
TUSKEGEE CONFEDERATE MONUMENT 334-724-0800. Town Square, 36103.
TUSKEGEE HISTORY CENTER
coosaoutdoorcenter.com. 334-201-5510. 172 River Rd., 36092.
COOSA RIVER ADVENTURES
coosariveradventures.com. 334-514-0279. 415 Company St., 36092.
ELMORE COUNTY MUSEUM 334-567-5097. 112 S. Main St., 36092.
FORT TOULOUSE-FORT JACKSON PARK
fttoulousejackson.org. 334-567-3002. 2521 W. Fort Toulouse Rd., 36093.
KELLY FITZPATRICK MEMORIAL GALLERY thekelly.org.
tuskegeecenter.org. 334-724-0800. 104 S. Elm St., 36083.
LAKE JORDAN
TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE— GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MUSEUM
MERCHANTS ALLEY
nps.gov/tuin. 334-727-3200. Tuskegee University campus, 1212 W. Montgomery Rd., 36088.
TUSKEGEE NATIONAL FOREST fs.usda.gov/alabama. 334-727-2652. 125 National Forest Rd. 949, 36083.
TUSKEGEE UNIVERSITY
tuskegee.edu. 334-727-8011. 1200 W. Montgomery Rd., 36088.
UNION SPRINGS { map J-9 } BIRD DOG STATUE
unionspringsalabama.com. 334-738-8687. Prairie St. N (at intersection of Hardaway Ave. and Prairie St.), 36089.
BULLOCK COUNTY COURTHOUSE
TUSKEGEE { map I-9 }
unionspringsalabama.com. 334-738-2280. 217 N. Prairie St., 36089.
BUTLER CHAPEL AME ZION CHURCH
CHUNNENUGGEE GARDEN SITE
334-727-3550. 1002 N. Church St., 36083.
WEHLE NATURE CONSERVATION CENTER
unionspringsalabama.com. 334-738-8687. Peachburg Rd., 36089.
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wetumpkachamber.com. 334-567-4811. Bonner’s Point Rd., 36092. mainstreetwetumpka.org. 334-478-5100. Orline St., 36092.
MUSEUM OF BLACK HISTORY cityofwetumpka.com. 334-567-5109. 202 Lancaster St., 36092.
SWAYBACK BRIDGE TRAIL trailoflegends.org. 334-567-9090. Jordan Dam Rd., 36092.
WETUMPKA IMPACT CRATER
wetumpkaimpactcratercommission.org, wetumpkachamber.org. 334-567-4811. Just off U.S. Hwy. 231, 36092.
WIND CREEK CASINO & HOTEL WETUMPKA
windcreekwetumpka.com. 866-946-3360. 100 River Oaks Dr., 36092.
WHATLEY { map L-3 } FORT SINQUEFIELD
clarkemuseum.com. 251-275-8684. Intersection of Fort Sinquefield Rd. & U.S. Hwy. 84, 36482.
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WHERE TO STAY HOTELS & RESORTS C BREAKFAST INCLUDED P H ACCESSIBILITY
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Amenities vary by location and region. To learn the full range of options available, accessibility specifics and pet policies, call your desired destination directly.
CLARION INN & SUITES UNIVERSITY CENTER
choicehotels.com. 334-821-7001. 1577 S. College St., 36832. C P H
THE COLLEGIATE HOTEL AT AUBURN (THE COHO)
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
themason.com. 205-459-4663. 219 S. Mulberry Ave., 36904.
GUESTHOUSE INN
ECONO LODGE AUBURN NEAR UNIVERSITY
BEST WESTERN
magnusonhotels.com/m-starbrewton. 251-314-1544. 611 S. Blvd., 36526. C H
BUTLER { map J-2 }
ABBEVILLE { map L-10 }
ANDALUSIA { map M-6 }
M STAR BREWTON
staycoho.com. 334-821-2646. 205 S. Gay St., 36830. C P H marriott.com. 334-502-0111. 2420 W. Pace Blvd., 36830. H
redlion.com/abbeville. 334-585-5060. 1237 U.S. Hwy. 431S, 36310. C P H
BREWTON { map N-5 }
choicehotels.com. 334-826-8900. 2145 S. College St., 36830. C P H
HAMPTON INN
THE MASON DOWNTOWN
CAMDEN { map K-4 } AMERICAN INN
americaninncamden.com. 334-682-4555. 39 AL Hwy. 10 Bypass, 36726. P
BEST WESTERN DOTHAN INN & SUITES
bestwestern.com. 334-792-9000. 1650 Westgate Pkwy., 36303.
CPH
CLARION INN & SUITES SOUTH
choicehotels.com. 334-794-8711. 2195 Ross Clark Cir., 36301. C P H
COMFORT INN & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 334-792-7788. 2227 E. Main St., 36302. C H
COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON
countryinns.com/dothanal. 334-479-8900. 3465 Ross Clark Cir., 36303. C F H
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT
bestwestern.com. 334-222-9999. 305 W. Bypass, 36420. C H
auburnal.hamptoninn.com. 334-821-4111. 2430 S. College St., 36832. C H
SOUTHERN INN
southerninn.net. 334-682-4148. 40 Camden Bypass, 36726. P H
marriott.com/dhncy. 334-671-3000. 3040 Ross Clark Cir., 36301. H
DAYS INN
HILTON GARDEN INN
COTTONWOOD
DAYBREAK SUITES EXTENDED STAY
daysinn.com. 334-539-8269. 1604 MLK Jr. Expy., 36420. C S H
ECONO LODGE
choicehotels.com. 334-222-7511. 1421 MLK Jr. Expy., 36420. C P H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 334-427-2740. 16727 U.S. Hwy. 84, 36421. C H
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 334-222-8891. 1311 MLK Jr. Expy., 36420. C H
SUNSET INN
334-222-3191. 1106 W. Bypass, 36420. P H
ATMORE { map N-4 } FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES
marriott.com/mvcfi. 251-368-1188. 112 Lakeview Cir., 36502. C H
HAMPTON INN
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 251-368-9090. 45 Rivercane Blvd. W, 36502. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 251-368-1585. 111 Lakeview Cir., 36504. C P H
M STAR HOTEL ATMORE
magnusonhotels.com/ mstarhotelatmore. 251-321-0811. 1610 S. Main St., 36502. C P H
WIND CREEK CASINO & HOTEL
windcreekatmore.com. 866-946-3360. 303 Poarch Rd., 35602. H
AUBURN { map I-9 } AUBURN’S GAMEDAY CENTER
auburngamedaycenter.squarespace. com. 334-826-8870. 129 N. Donahue Dr., 36830. H
CANDLEWOOD SUITES
ihg.com/candlewood. 334-521-7494. 2510 E. Glenn Ave., 36830. P H
hilton.com. 334-502-3500. 2555 Hilton Garden Dr., 36830. H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES AUBURN UNIVERSITY AREA
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 334-502-1090. 2013 S. College St., 36832. C H
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MAGNOLIA CREEK LODGE
magnoliacreeklodge.com. 334-3169300. 11295 U.S. Hwy. 231, 36320.
DALEVILLE { map M-9 } DALEVILLE INN
dalevilleinn.com. 334-503-9335. 108 N. Daleville Ave., 36322. P H
daybreaksuites.com/dothan. 334-793-5200. 2901 Ross Clark Cir., 36301. P H
DOTHAN NATIONAL GOLF CLUB & HOTEL
dothannationalgolfclubandhotel.com. 334-677-3321. 7410 U.S. Hwy. 231S, 36301. C H
THE HOTEL AT AUBURN UNIVERSITY AND DIXON CONFERENCE CENTER
GREEN HOUSE INN & LODGE
choicehotels.com. 334-673-8000. 2910 Ross Clark Cir., 36301. C H
INTOWN SUITES EXTENDED STAY
RODEWAY INN & SUITES FORT RUCKER
marriott.com/dhnal. 334-671-0100. 3038 Ross Clark Cir., 36301. C H
auhcc.com. 334-821-8200. 241 S. College St., 36830. P H
334-598-1475. 761 S. Daleville Ave., 36322. P H
intownsuites.com. 334-826-1123. 1188 Commerce Dr., 36830. H
choicehotels.com. 334-599-0161. 444 N. Daleville Ave., 36322. C PH
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
DEMOPOLIS { map I-3 }
microtelinn.com. 334-826-1444. 2174 S. College St., 36832. C P H
QUALITY INN AUBURN CAMPUS AREA I-85
choicehotels.com. 334-821-6699. 2283 S. College St., 36832. C P H
QUALITY INN UNIVERSITY AREA
ECONO LODGE
FAIRFIELD INN BY MARRIOTT
GUESTHOUSE INN
redlion.com. 334-793-2525. 1075 Ross Clark Cir., 36303. C P H
BEST WESTERN PLUS TWO RIVERS HOTEL & SUITES
HAMPTON INN & SUITES
bestwestern.com. 334-289-2611. 662 U.S. Hwy. 80W, 36732. C P H
dothansuites.hamptoninn.com. 334-671-7672. 4684 Montgomery Hwy., 36303. C H
COMFORT INN
HILTON GARDEN INN
choicehotels.com. 334-289-9595. 943 U.S. Hwy. 80W, 36732. C P H
dothan.hgi.com. 334-671-7676. 171 Hospitality Lane, 36303. H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
HOLIDAY INN
choicehotels.com. 334-521-0300. 1212 Mall Pkwy., 36831. C H
daysinn.com. 334-289-2500. 1005 U.S. Hwy. 80E, 36732. C P H
holidayinn.com. 334-669-1400. 2740 Ross Clark Cir. SW, 36301. H
SLEEP INN & SUITES
ECONO LODGE INN & SUITES
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES DOTHAN NORTH
choicehotels.com. 334-501-7171. 135 Spirit Dr., 36832. C P H
STAY LODGE
choicehotels.com. 334-287-0300. 1035 Hwy. 80W, 36732. C P H
GREENWOOD INN
staylodgehotels.com. 334-521-9100. 1654 S. College St., 36832. H
334-289-1760. 628 U.S. Hwy. 80E, 36732. P H
TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT
DOTHAN { map M-9 }
marriott.com. 334-466-8390. 1117 S. College St., 36832. C P H
TRU BY HILTON
tru3.hilton.com. 334-521-0400. 2411 W. Pace Blvd., 36830. C H
ADAMS INN
334-793-4557. 3145 Montgomery Hwy., 36303. C
AMERICAN INN
334-793-4688. 3118 E. Main St., 36301.
hiexpress.com/dothannorth. 334-699-6868. 4090 Ross Clark Cir., 36303. C H
HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON
home2suites3.hilton.com. 334-873-4840. 5005 Montgomery Hwy., 36303. C P H
HOWARD JOHNSON BY WYNDHAM
hojo.com. 334-792-3339. 2244 Ross Clark Cir., 36301. C P H
INTOWN SUITES EXTENDED STAY
intownsuites.com. 334-673-2557. 2880 Ross Clark Cir., 36301. H
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LA QUINTA INN & SUITES
HILCREST INN & SUITE
hilcrestinnenterprise.com. 334-3482378. 101 Access Dr., 36330. P H
choicehotels.com. 334-383-9595. 1029 Fort Dale Rd., 36037. C P H
MOTEL 6
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
lq.com. 334-793-9090. 3593 Ross Clark Cir., 36303. C P H motel6.com. 334-793-6013. 2907 Ross Clark Cir., 36301. P H
RED CARPET INN
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 334-347-2211. 9 N. Pointe Blvd., 36330. C P H
334-793-2550. 2841 Ross Clark Cir., 36301. P H
EUFAULA { map K-10 }
RED ROOF INN & SUITES
baymontinns.com. 334-687-7747. 136 Towne Center Blvd., 36027. C P H
redroof.com. 334-793-4376. 3285 Montgomery Hwy., 36303. C P H
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT marriott.com/dhnri. 334-793-1030. 186 Hospitality Lane, 36303.
CPH
SLEEP INN & SUITES NORTH choicehotels.com. 334-671-2086. 4654 Montgomery Hwy., 36303.
CH
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
super8.com. 334-581-1684. 2215 Ross Clark Cir., 36301. C H
TOWN TERRACE INN
334-792-1135. 251 N. Oates St., 36303. P
TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT
marriott.com. 334-944-6400. 201 Retail Dr., 36303. C P H
ELBA { map M-8 } RIVIERA MOTEL
334-897-2204. 154 Yelverton Ave., 36323.
ENTERPRISE { map M-8 } BEST WESTERN PLUS CIRCLE INN
bestwestern.com. 334-393-5248. 715 Boll Weevil Cir., 36330. C H
BOLL WEEVIL INN
334-347-2271. 305 S. Main St., 36330.
BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 334-382-3118. 946 Fort Dale Rd., 36037. C P H
HAMPTON INN
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 334-382-9631. 219 Interstate Dr., 36037. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
CLASSIC INN
holidayinn.com. 334-382-2444. 100 Paul Stabler Dr., 36037. C H
COMFORT SUITES
choicehotels.com. 334-371-1674. 941 Fort Dale Rd., 36037. C P H
334-687-3502. 1350 S. Eufaula Ave., 36027. P H choicehotels.com. 334-232-7240. 12 Paul Lee Pkwy., 36027. C H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 334-687-1000. 1521 S. Eufaula Ave., 36027. C P H
ECONO LODGE
QUALITY INN & SUITES I-65
GROVE HILL { map L-3 } WINDTREE INN
windtreeinn.synthasite.com. 251-2754121. 238 N. Jackson St., 36451.
choicehotels.com. 334-687-0166. 1243 N. Eufaula Ave., 36027. C P H
JACKSON { map L-2 }
HAMPTON INN
bestwestern.com. 251-246-6030. 3218 N. College Ave., 36545. C H
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 334-687-0777. 29 Veterans Blvd., 36027. C H
LAKEPOINT STATE PARK LODGE alapark.com. 334-687-8011. 104 Lakepoint Dr., 36027. P H
QUALITY INN & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 334-370-0462. 631 E. Barbour St., 36027. C P
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
super8.com. 334-232-9909. 1375 S. Eufaula Ave., 36027. C H
BEST WESTERN SUITES
DOWNTOWN INN
251-246-5741. 3207 N. College Ave., 36545. C P H
HAMPTON INN
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 251-246-7300. 4150 N. College Ave., 36545. C H
LUVERNE { map K-7 } THE RUTLEDGE INN
EVERGREEN { map L-5 }
therutledgeinnluverne.us. 334-335-3050. 1701 Montgomery Hwy., 36049. C P H
ECONO LODGE INN & SUITES
MILLBROOK { map I-7 }
choicehotels.com. 251-578-2100. 215 U.S. Hwy. 83, 36401. C P H
COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON
BEST WESTERN INN
bestwestern.com. 251-575-9999. 4419 S. Alabama Ave., 36460.
CPH
BUDGET INN
251-575-3101. 484 S. Alabama Ave., 36460. P
COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON
countryinns.com. 251-743-3333. 120 AL Hwy. 21S, 36460. C P H
MOCKINGBIRD INN & SUITES
mockingbirdmonroevilleinn.com. 251-743-3297. 4389 S. Alabama Ave., 36460. C P H
REGENCY INN
251-575-5650. 1749 S. Alabama Ave., 36460. C P H
ROYAL INN
251-575-3177. 3236 S. Alabama Ave., 36460.
MONTGOMERY { map J-7 } AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN redlion.com. 334-271-1620. 1280 Eastern Blvd., 36117. P H
BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM MONTGOMERY
baymontinns.com. 334-277-4442. 5837 Monticello Dr., 36117. C P H
BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM MONTGOMERY SOUTH
baymontinns.com. 334-288-8844. 4273 Troy Hwy., 36116. C P H
BEST WESTERN I-85 NORTH
bestwestern.com. 334-277-6000. 5225 Carmichael Rd., 36106. C H
BUDGET INN
334-288-5740. 977 W. South Blvd., 36105. P
CANDLEWOOD SUITES EASTCHASE PARK
QUALITY INN I-65
countryinns.com. 334-495-3000. 1925 Cobbs Ford Rd., 36054. C H
ihg.com/candlewood. 334-277-0677. 9151 Boyd Cooper Pkwy., 36117. P H
KEY WEST INN
daysinn.com. 334-553-2813. 714 Boll Weevil Cir., 36330. C H
choicehotels.com. 251-578-9590. 78 Liberty Hill Pl., 36401. C P H
staykeywesthotels.com. 334-309-2004. 2275 Cobbs Ford Rd., 36054. C H
CAPITOL INN & SUITES
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
SLEEP INN & SUITES NEAR LIBERTY PLACE I-65
ECONO LODGE INN & SUITES
GENEVA { map N-8 }
CANDLEWOOD SUITES
candlewoodsuites.com. 334-308-1102. 203 Brabham Dr., 36330. P H
choicehotels.com. 334-489-4268. 630 Glover Ave., 36330. C P H
EXECUTIVE INN & SUITES
334-393-2304. 615 Boll Weevil Cir., 36330. C P H
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES
marriott.com/dhnet. 334-348-1580. 100 Brabham Dr., 36330. C H
HAMPTON INN
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 334-347-5763. 8 W. Pointe Ct., 36330. C P H
choicehotels.com. 251-578-4701. 1571 Ted Bates Rd., 36401. C P H
SLEEP INN & SUITES MILLBROOK - PRATTVILLE
capitolinnmontgomery.com. 334-269-1561. 743 Madison Ave., 36104. H
CLARION SUITES
choicehotels.com. 334-272-1013. 5924 Monticello Dr., 36117. P
BRIARWOOD INN OF GENEVA
choicehotels.com. 334-532-0500. 2295 Cobbs Ford Rd., 36054. C
CPH
SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT MONTGOMERY PRATTVILLE/MILLBROOK
choicehotels.com. 334-532-4444. 10015 Chantilly Pkwy., 36117. C H
baymontinns.com. 334-382-6300. 71 Jameson Lane, 36037. C P H
MONROEVILLE
COMFORT INN & SUITES MONTGOMERY EAST CARMICHAEL RD.
BEST WESTERN
AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN
briarwoodgeneva.com. 334-684-7715. 1503 W. Magnolia Ave., 36340.
GREENVILLE { map K-6 } BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM
bestwestern.com. 334-382-9200. 56 Cahaba Rd., 36037. C P H
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marriott.com/mgmsp. 334-285-9549. 100 Hospitality Lane, 36054. C H
{ map L-4 }
redlion.com. 251-743-3154. 50 AL Hwy. 21S, 36460. C P H
COMFORT INN & SUITES EASTCHASE
choicehotels.com. 334-409-9999. 1201 Towneplace Dr., 36106. C H
C
BREAKFAST INCLUDED
P
PETS ALLOWED
COMFORT SUITES AIRPORT SOUTH
comfortsuites.com. 334-676-2576. 110 Folmar Pkwy., 36105. C H
COMFORT SUITES EAST MONTICELLO DR.
choicehotels.com/hotel/al233. 334-387-2585. 5918 Monticello Dr., 36117. C H
COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON - EAST
countryinns.com. 334-270-3223. 5155 Carmichael Rd., 36106. C H
COURTYARD
marriott.com/mgmch. 334-272-5533. 5555 Carmichael Rd., 36117. H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 334-284-9944. 4180 Troy Hwy., 36116. C P H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM COLISEUM
daysinn.com. 334-245-4679. 4470 Northchase Blvd., 36110. C H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM NEAR AUM
wyndhamhotels.com. 334-356-3335. 1185 Eastern Blvd., 36117. C P H
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOTEL DOWNTOWN
doubletree3.hilton.com. 334-245-2320. 120 Madison Ave., 36104. P H
DRURY INN AND SUITES
H
ACCESSIBILITY
HAMPTON INN MONTGOMERYSOUTH-AIRPORT
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 334-280-9592. 60 Wasden Rd., Hope Hull, 36043. C H
microtelinn.com. 334-649-4465. 100 Gibbons Dr., 36117. C P H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES DOWNTOWN
motel6.com. 334-260-0444. 1771 Cong W. L. Dicksonson Dr., 36109. P H
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 334-265-1010. 100 Commerce St., 36104. C H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES EASTCHASE
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 334-277-1818. 7651 Eastchase Pkwy., 36117. C H
HILTON GARDEN INN EAST
hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com. 334-272-2225. 1600 Interstate Park Dr., 36109. H
HILTON GARDEN INN EASTCHASE
hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com. 334-244-0101. 7665 Eastchase Pkwy., 36117. H
HOLIDAY INN AIRPORT SOUTH holidayinn.com. 334-288-3858. 96 Folmar Pkwy., 36105. H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS EAST I-85
hiexpress.com. 334-270-9199. 5135 Carmichael Rd., 36106. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES EAST - EASTCHASE
MOTEL 6 COLISEUM
MOTEL 6 EAST
motel6.com. 334-277-6748. 1051 Eastern Blvd., 36117. P H
MOTEL 6 MONTGOMERY AIRPORT
motel6.com. 334-280-1866. 7760 Slade Plaza Blvd., 36105. P H
QUALITY INN MONTGOMERY SOUTH
choicehotels.com. 334-280-0306. 7731 Slade Plaza Blvd., 36105. C H
QUALITY INN & SUITES MONTGOMERY EAST CARMICHAEL RD
choicehotels.com. 334-396-6300. 5035 Carmichael Rd., 36106. C P H
QUALITY INN & SUITES NEAR GUNTER ANNEX AIR FORCE BASE
choicehotels.com. 334-270-0099. 4480 Northchase Blvd., 36110.
CPH
RED ROOF INN - MIDTOWN
redroof.com. 334-269-9611. 2625 Zelda Rd., 36107. C P H
druryhotels.com. 334-273-1101. 1124 Eastern Blvd., 36117. C P H
hiexpress.com/montgomeryeast. 334-271-5516. 9250 Boyd-Cooper Pkwy., 36117. C H
ECONO LODGE INN & SUITES
HOME INN & SUITES
homeinnal.com. 334-387-3016. 5709 Express Dr., 36116. C P H
renaissancemontgomery.com. 334-481-5000. 201 Tallapoosa St., 36104. H
EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON MONTGOMERY HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER
HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON
SIEGAL SELECT MONTGOMERY EXTENDED STAY
choicehotels.com. 334-277-1656. 1401 Eastern Blvd., 36117. C H
embassysuitesmontgomery.com. 334-269-5055. 300 Tallapoosa St., 36104. C P H
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA CARMICHAEL RD.
extendedstayamerica.com. 334-273-0075. 5115 Carmichael Rd., 36106. C P H
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA EASTERN BLVD.
extendedstayamerica.com. 334-279-1204. 2491 Eastern Blvd., 36117. C P H
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES AIRPORT SOUTH
marriott.com/mgmap. 334-281-6882. 7560 Mobile Hwy., 36105. C H
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES EASTCHASE PARKWAY
marriott.com/mgmma. 334-260-8650. 8970 Eastchase Pkwy., 36117. C H
FREEWAY INN
booking.com/freewayinn. 334-649-3800. 4243 Inn South Ave., 36105. C P H
montgomery.homewoodsuites.com. 334-272-3010. 1800 Interstate Park Dr., 36109. C P H
HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON - EASTCHASE
homewoodsuites3.hilton.com. 334-277-9383. 7800 Eastchase Pkwy., 36117. C P H
HOTEL CLASSIO
classiohotel.travel. 334-277-4142. 10095 Chantilly Pkwy., 36117. C H
INTOWN SUITES EXTENDED STAY
intownsuites.com. 334-280-2120. 3670 Richard Rd., 36111. H
KEY WEST INN
staykeywesthotels.com. 334-286-6100. 1040 W. South Blvd., 36105. C P H
KEY WEST INN SOUTH
staykeywesthotels.com. 334-284-3400. 4135 Troy Hwy., 36116. C P H
RENAISSANCE MONTGOMERY HOTEL & SPA AT THE CONVENTION CENTER
siegelselect.com/siegel-selectmontgomery. 334-721-5263. 1255 Towneplace Dr., 36106. H
SLEEP INN & SUITES EAST CHASE choicehotels.com. 334-356-5400. 10150 Chantilly Pkwy, 36117. C H
SLEEP INN & SUITES EAST I-85 choicehotels.com. 334-387-1004. 5005 Carmichael Rd., 36106.
CPH
SONESTA ES SUITES
sonesta.com/essuites. 334-270-3300. 1200 Hilmar Ct., 36117. C P H
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM I-65
wyndhamhotels.com. 334-281-5090. 1035 W. South Blvd., 36105. C
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
wyndhamhotels.com. 334-523-0004. 5175 Carmichael Rd., 36106. C P H
TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT EASTCHASE
marriott.com. 334-239-7110. 2845 Eastchase Lane, 36117. C P H
WIND CREEK CASINO & HOTEL MONTGOMERY
windcreekmontgomery.com. 866-946-3360. 1801 Eddie L. Tullis Rd., 36117. H
WINGATE BY WYNDHAM
wingatehotels.com/montgomery. 334-245-4684. 2060 Eastern Blvd., 36117. C H
WOODSPRING SUITES
woodspring.com. 334-396-3505. 5031 Woods Crossing, 36106. P H
OPELIKA { map H-9 } AUBURN MARRIOTT OPELIKA RESORT & SPA AT GRAND NATIONAL
marriott.com/CSGAB. 334-741-9292. 3700 Robert Trent Jones Trail, 36801. H
BEST WESTERN AUBURNOPELIKA INN
bestwestern.com. 334-745-6293. 205 N. 21st St., 36801. C H
COMFORT INN OPELIKA AUBURN
choicehotels.com. 334-741-9977. 811 Fox Run Pkwy., 36801. C H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 334-759-6172. 1014 Anand Ave., 36804. C P H
ECONO LODGE
choicehotels.com. 334-745-3115. 1705 Columbus Pkwy., 36804. C H
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES AUBURN OPELIKA
marriott.com. 334-742-2590. 2257 Interstate Dr., 36801. C H
GOLDEN CHERRY MOTEL
334-745-7623. 1010 2nd Ave., 36801.
HAMPTON INN & SUITES – I-85 – AUBURN AREA
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 334-745-4311. 3000 Capps Way, 36804. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 334-749-5250. 1801 Capps Landing, 36804. C H
HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON
home2suites3.hilton.com. 334-737-5155. 3150 Capps Way, 36804. S P H
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
lq.com. 334-748-9000. 3151 Capps Way, 36804. C P H
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
microtelinn.com. 334-528-0716. 1651 Parker Way, 36801. C H
MOTEL 6
motel6.com. 334-749-6154. 1107 Columbus Pkwy., 36804. P H
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choicehotels.com. 334-745-6331. 1102 Columbus Pkwy., 36801. C P H
RED CARPET INN
334-745-5522. 1015 Columbus Pkwy., 36801. H
RED ROOF PLUS & SUITES
redroof.com. 334-742-0270. 1520 Columbus Pkwy., 36804.
CPH
STUDIO 6 OPELIKA-AUBURN
staystudio6.com. 334-737-6040. 2100 Gateway Dr., 36801. P H
OPP { map M-7 } BEST WESTERN OPP INN
bestwestern.com. 334-493-9000. 7084 Veterans Memorial Pkwy., 36467. C H
EXECUTIVE INN
executiveinnopp.us. 334-493-6399. 812 Florala Hwy., 36467. C
OZARK { map L-9 } BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM OZARK
baymontinns.com. 334-774-0233. 1360 U.S. Hwy. 231S, 36360. C P H
BUDGET INN
334-774-5105. 2824 U.S. Hwy. 231S, 36360.
CHOICE INN
choiceinnozark.com. 334-774-8335. 2466 N. U.S. Hwy. 231, 36360. PH
HAMPTON INN
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 334-443-6669. 235 U.S. 231N, 36360. C H
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM OZARK
microtelinn.com. 334-774-2771. 1140 U.S. Hwy. 231N, 36360. C H
PHENIX CITY { map I-10 } COURTYARD COLUMBUS PHENIX CITY/RIVERFRONT
marriott.com/csgcp. 334-664-9840. 1400 Whitewater Ave., 36867. H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM NEAR FT BENNING
wyndhamhotels.com. 334-468-5828. 3560 U.S. Hwy. 431N, 36867. C H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES PHENIX CITY-COLUMBUS AREA
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 334-664-0776. 620 Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy., 36869. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES - FORT BENNING AREA ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 334-298-9404. 1702 E. U.S. Hwy. 280 Bypass, 36867. C H
QUALITY INN PHENIX CITY COLUMBUS
choicehotels.com. 334-298-1005. 600 Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy., 36869. C P H
RODEWAY INN
choicehotels.com. 334-298-8000. 1600 E. U.S. Hwy. 280 Bypass, 36867. C H
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
super8.com. 334-408-4144. 905A E. U.S. Hwy. 280 Bypass, 36867. C H
PRATTVILLE { map I-6 } BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM PRATTVILLE
baymontinns.com. 334-361-6463. 104 Jameson Ct., 36067. C P H
COURTYARD MONTGOMERY PRATTVILLE
marriott.com/mgmpc. 334-290-1270. 2620 Legends Pkwy., 36066. P H
DAYS INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
daysinnprattville.com. 334-285-5312. 600 Old Farm Lane S, 36066. C H
ECONO LODGE
choicehotels.com. 334-361-2007. 798 Business Park Dr., 36067. C H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 334-285-6767. 2590 Cobbs Ford Rd., 36066. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES SOUTH
holidayinnexpress.com/prattvilleal. 334-290-2970. 203 Legends Court, 36066. C H
HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON
home2suites3.hilton.com. 334-551-2900. 2505 Legends Dr., 36066. C P H
INTOWN SUITES EXTENDED STAY
intownsuites.com. 334-358-9004. 688 Summit Pkwy., 36066.
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
RODEWAY INN
SUNSET INN
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
TROY { map K-8 }
choicehotels.com. 334-285-5022. 2505 Cobbs Ford Rd., 36066. C H super8.com. 334-403-4810. 639 Malwest Dr., 36066. C P H
SELMA { map I-5 } AMERICAN INN
334-872-1900. 1915 W. Highland Ave., 36701. P H
COMFORT INN
choicehotels.com. 334-875-5700. 1812 AL Hwy. 14E, 36703. C H
HAMPTON INN
bestwestern.com. 334-566-1585. 100 Hunters Mountain Pkwy., 36079.
CH
COURTYARD
marriott.com/mgmtr. 334-566-0540. 115 Troy Plaza Loop, 36081. P H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 334-566-1630. 1260 U.S. Hwy. 231S, 36081. C P H
ECONO LODGE
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
HAMPTON INN
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 334-874-1000. 2000 Lincoln Way, 36701. C H
HOSPITALITY INN
334-874-6681. 1200 West Highland Ave., 36701. P
choicehotels.com. 334-566-7799. 811 U.S. Hwy. 231S, 36081. C F hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 334-807-5900. 103 Troy Plaza Loop, 36081. C P H
MOTEL 6
motel6.com. 334-670-0012. 204B U.S. Hwy. 231, 36081. P H
LUXURY INN & SUITES
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hilton.com. 1200 Water Ave., 36701. Currently closed for renovations.
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daysinn.com. 334-226-2184. 450 Main St., 36075. C P H
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334-636-5467. 32810 U.S. Hwy. 43, 36784.
hometowninnusa.com. 334-636-2000. 571 N. Park Dr., 36784. C H
choicehotels.com. 334-636-0202. 570 N. Park Dr., 36784. C
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choicehotels.com. 334-566-1150. 204 U.S. Hwy. 231N, 36079. C H 334-566-4090. 186 U.S. Hwy. 231N, 36081. P super8.com. 334-566-4960. 1013 U.S. Hwy. 231S, 36081. C H
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staykeywesthotels.com. 334-567-2227. 4225 U.S. Hwy. 231N, 36093.
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windcreekwetumpka.com. 866-946-3360. 100 River Oaks Dr., 36092. H
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redroof.com. 334-285-3420. 2585 Cobbs Hill Rd., 36066. C P H
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ANDALUSIA { map M-6 } THE COTTLE HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST
thecottlehouse.com. 334-343-6192. 27388 Straughn School Rd., 36421. Restored, beautiful 1905 house featuring antique furniture, complete kitchen, huge wraparound porch and entertainment room. Walking distance to lake, nature trails, fishing, antiquing and wildlife.
ATMORE { map N-4 } ROYAL OAKS
royaloaksbandb.com. 251-368-8722. 5415 AL Hwy. 21N, 36502. Frenchstyle country home surrounded by gentle, rolling farmland, orchards, gardens, peacocks and farm fowl. Enjoy a homemade fresh breakfast, and then relax by the pool or on the screened-in porch. Wi-Fi available.
AUBURN { map I-9 } CRENSHAW GUEST HOUSE
crenshawguesthouse.com. 334-821-1131. 371 N. College St., 36830. Only three blocks from campus, the 1890 Victorian home in the historic district features antiques, suites and breakfast. Kitchenettes are available. Perfect for out-of-town weddings or a college visit. Rates vary during football season.
BREWTON { map N-5 } THE HOLLEY HOUSE BED AND BREAKFAST
facebook.com/holleyhousebed andbreakfast. 251-867-2923. 512 Douglas Ave., 36426. Experience authentic Southern hospitality while relaxing in the newly restored Holley House Bed and Breakfast. Located in Brewton, home of the Blueberry Festival and noted as one of the “100 Best Small Towns” in the United States.
CAMDEN { map K-4 } LIBERTY HALL BED AND BREAKFAST
libertyhallbandb.com. 334-412-3513. 627 AL Hwy 221, 36726. This classic Greek Revival plantation home built in 1850 features four bedrooms with en suite baths and two bedrooms with access to the house bath. Mornings begin with a full plantation breakfast.
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facebook.com/vc1960. 334-897-0717. 717 Davis St., 36323. A Victorianstyle home completely renovated to maintain the original character and charm of the early 1900s. A light continental breakfast is included. Be sure and ask Vera to share the ghost stories.
smithbyrdhouse.com. 334-365-1459. 137 N. Washington St., 36067. Enjoy all the comforts of home in this Queen Anne-style Victorian home built in the 1880s. The Tea Room offers more than 100 varieties of tea from all over the world.
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PINEY GROVE FARMHOUSE
bakerstreetbnb.com. 334-695-6870. 343 N. Eufaula Ave., 36027. 1905 American Craftsman home, close to lake, bike trails, renowned architectural wonders, museums, antiquing, shopping and fine dining. Two bedrooms with private baths. Full breakfast is served.
LUVERNE { map K-7 } CAMELLIA HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST
camelliahousebnb.com. 866-893-9923. 350 S. Forest Ave. (U.S. Hwy. 331), 36049. This beautifully renovated Queen Anne Victorian home is near history, antiquing, golf, fishing, horseback riding, walking, bicycling and bowling. Enjoy a gourmet breakfast made from old family recipes.
MONTGOMERY { map J-7 } HILLCREST MANOR BED & BREAKFAST
hillcrestmanorbedandbreakfast.com. 334-264-8253. 1632 S. Court St., 36104. The 5,000-sq.-ft. grand mansion rebuilt around 1915 sits upon a hill overlooking the historic Garden District. Guestrooms have private, luxurious bathrooms and are furnished with fine European antiques. Breakfast is served each morning.
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thelatticeinn.com. 334-263-1414. 1414 S. Hull St., 36104. An awardwinning and unique bed-andbreakfast nestled in the heart of Montgomery’s historic Garden District, near the Governor’s Mansion and the intersection of I-65 and I-85. The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
RED BLUFF COTTAGE BED & BREAKFAST
redbluffcottage.com. 334-264-0056. 551 Clay St., 36104. Located in the downtown area, just blocks from I-65 and I-85. Bedrooms have private baths with shower/tub combination. Experience authentic Southern hospitality—“Alabama Style.” For eight consecutive years, received TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence.
334-606-4356. 793 Holley Mill Rd., 36477. Restored farmhouse built in 1900, with original barns and grain bin. Large pecan trees with outdoor firepit, horse riding, ponds. Full hookup with motorhome pad.
SELMA { map I-5 } CHELTENHAM PARK HALL
cheltenhamparkhall.com. 334-877-1210. 509 Dallas Ave., 36701. Victorian Italianate-designed home surrounded by live oaks and pecan trees features three Grand Rooms furnished with English and French antiques. Self-service continental breakfast is provided.
TUSKEGEE { map I-9 } RAYBORN MANOR BED AND BREAKFAST
raybornmanor.com. 334-339-1795. 2310 CR 89, 36083. A disabledaccessible facility with a rear sun deck, picnic tables and chairs, and park-style benches around the property. It is a relaxing place to spend the night, a weekend or even longer.
CABINS, COTTAGES, CONDOS & VACATION HOMES Amenities vary by location and region. To learn the full range of options available, call your desired destination directly before you leave.
AUBURN { map I-9 } CHEWACLA STATE PARK CABINS
alapark.com. 334-887-5621. 124 Shell Toomer Pkwy., 36830. Six stone cabins provide year-round relaxation with convenience. Three cabins are pet friendly and one is ADA accessible. Convenient to Auburn and Auburn University.
River. Four tiny house cabins are also available; one is ADA compliant. Two cabins are dog friendly.
EUFAULA { map K-10 } LAKEPOINT STATE PARK LAKESIDE COTTAGES
alapark.com. 334-687-8011. 104 Lakepoint Dr., 36027. Enjoy upscale lakeside cottages featuring living rooms with hardwood floors, slate tile kitchens, baths, carpeted bedrooms, and porches with table and chairs that overlook Lake Eufaula. Four cottages have accessible ramps and roll-in showers.
FITZPATRICK { map J-8 } THE CABINS @ DREAM FIELD FARMS
dreamfieldfarms.com. 334-534-6976. 6313 CR 7, 36029. Each cabin has a common area with kitchen, sitting room and great front porch to enjoy the views. A swimming pool along with a 16acre lake for fishing and boating complete the accommodations.
MONTGOMERY { map J-7 } F. SCOTT AND ZELDA FITZGERALD AIRBNB
thefitzgeraldmuseum.org. 334-264-4222. 919 Felder Ave., 36106. Spend the night where F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald lived. Their former home features two apartments, each with a kitchen and bath.
PRATTVILLE { map I-6 } OSTER GOLF HOUSES
ostergolfhouses.com. 504-444-8681. 2498 Constitution Ave. & 2494 Constitution Ave., 36066. Spectacular next-door locations overlooking The Legislator golf course at Capitol Hill. Setting is private and secluded, only 200 yards from the Capitol Hill entrance gate. Two 4-bedroom houses with Wi-Fi.
RAMER { map K-7 } KICK BACK RANCH & EVENT CENTER
kickbackranch.net. 334-286-4140. 414 Union Academy Ada Rd., 36069. Presents families and friends an opportunity to “Kick Back and Relax” in one of our cabins or cottages. We offer many outdoor activities for you to enjoy and reconnect, including swimming, fishing, canoeing and more.
CAMDEN { map K-4 } ROLAND COOPER STATE PARK CABINS
alapark.com. 334-682-4838. 285 Deer Run Dr., 36726. Roland Cooper State Park has five 2-bedroom cabins that are completely furnished. Located just a stone’s throw from the Alabama
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With three key cities—Birmingham, Tuscaloosa and Anniston—and a host of small towns and hamlets, this region stands out for its big-city lights and small-town charms. It echoes with voices from the Civil Rights Movement and cheers for the University of Alabama. It holds the state’s highest point, Cheaha Mountain, where recreation trails wind and quiet overlooks, such as Pulpit Rock (below), are treasured. Hike the Pinhoti Trail or pedal the Coldwater Mountain Bike Trail, both found in this region. Or, stretch your legs (and maybe your comfort zone) by ducking underground at DeSoto Caverns. Once you’ve had your fill of Ma Nature, turn to some manmade fun on the track at Talladega and save room for the creative culinary concoctions of the James Beard Award-winning restaurants concentrated in Alabama’s middle country.
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T he buz z of B irmingham. T he sweet smell of peaches. T he hum of innovation and the spirit of a juke joint. C entral Alabama beckons and inspires.
Get your hands dirty as you dig into clay and creativity at Kentuck. This art center in Northport offers hands-on workshops as well as exhibitions and opportunities to watch artists hammer out metal weather vanes or paint images of dogs in colorful sweaters. Discover a similar whimsy in Orr Park in Montevallo, where it is hard to resist running your fingers along the faces carved into the park’s dead trees. Over in Anniston, the sense of touch takes a different spin—it burns, in a good way. Hit the Coldwater Mountain Bike Trail to get your heart pumping and set your thighs afire.
HEAR Listen as re-enactors at American Village in Montevallo tell tales from the American Revolution. Enjoy the role-playing fun as you join George Washington’s Continental Army or follow a famous patriot on a scavenger hunt. In Tuscaloosa, root for the home team, the Crimson Tide, with University of Alabama football fans at Bryant-Denny Stadium.
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SAMPLE ALL THE ICE CREAM FLAVORS YOU CAN AT SYLACAUGA’S BLUE BELL CREAMERIES.
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GAPE AT PONCHO VIA, A GUINNESS WORLD RECORD TEXAS LONGHORN NEAR MILLERVILLE.
TASTE Oh my, the choices for scrumptious food in this region are so plentiful, your belly will be happily full. Restaurants (Highlands Bar and Grill in Birmingham and Bright Star in Bessemer) and chefs (Chris Hastings, Hot and Hot Fish Club, and Frank Stitt, Highlands Bar and Grill, both in Birmingham; Rob McDaniel, SpringHouse in Alexander City; and Johnny Hontzas, Johnny’s Restaurant in Homewood) have won James Beard Awards or been semifinalists. Everything on their menus is worth ordering. Inside the recently opened Pizitz Food Hall downtown, nosh on flavors from around the world. Choose from Israeli kebabs, Ethiopian ye-beg tips, Vietnamese pho, Himalayan dumplings, Indian street food and more. In 2019, Alabaster’s Chubbfathers earned national props for its burgers, being named among the best 50 in the nation by bigseventravel.com.
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Top to bottom: Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Birmingham, PieLab in Greensboro Opposite, clockwise from top: McWane Center in Birmingham, Reverie in Marion, Sloss Furnaces in Birmingham
When I found out what [PieLab does] for the Greensboro community, I had to give it a try. Community service aside, these pies are LEGIT! Chocolate Bourbon Pecan is a local favorite, but mine has to be the Brown Sugar Buttermilk! Tyler
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SMELL Walking into PieLab in Greensboro is like swinging open the back door of Grandma’s house and stepping into the kitchen. It’s warm, inviting and smells delicious. The aroma of fresh-baked pies, some savory but mostly sweet, permeates the downtown eatery. It’s a great place to rub elbows with locals and hear more about PieLab’s role in the community. You could taste an Alabama peach in a pie here, or you could swing by the orchards in Chilton County for a bite and a sniff in May and June when the fruit is at its peak.
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SMALL TOWNS Adventure beyond the big cities to appreciate what life is like in the rest of the region. E ach of these small towns, plus many others, offers ex cellent reasons to steer off the beaten path and discover something notable.
Where the Kids Are At the McWane Science Center in Birmingham, interactive exhibits and experiences ignite youngsters’ curiosity and natural quest for knowledge. Here, digital butterflies alight on guests’ arms, a high-wire bicycle demonstrates the law of center of gravity and tug-of-wars measure strength, to name just a few of the hands-on activities. Demonstrations and special events take experiments further and add to a visit.
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HONDA MANUFACTURING: “TAKE A LOOK UNDER THE HOOD” OF HONDA CARS DURING A TOUR OF ITS PLANT IN LINCOLN. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. ANNISTON ALL-ACCESS PASS: LEARN MORE ON A GUIDED TOUR OF THE ANNISTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY, THE BERMAN MUSEUM AND LONGLEAF BOTANICAL GARDENS.
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Stop here to marvel at marble, one of Sylacauga’s famous exports. At the Isabel Anderson Comer Museum & Arts Center, see how Italian sculptors have shaped the local, white rock into art. Additionally, the museum has a room dedicated to native son Jim Nabors, who played Gomer Pyle on the “Andy Griffith Show,” and an exhibit interpreting the Hodges meteorite that hit the area. Nearby resort Pursell Farms offers golf, shooting, fishing and farm-to-table dinners.
Laying its claim to history, this town features mansions Reverie and Kenworthy Hall, as well as Marion Military Institute, home to the Alabama Military Hall of Honor Museum. Nearby women’s college Judson College houses the Alabama Women’s Hall of Fame. By the courthouse, a historic marker explains how the killing of Jimmy Lee Jackson by Alabama state troopers here sparked the Selma to Montgomery March.
During World War II, Aliceville had one of the largest German POW camps in the country. The excellent Aliceville Museum displays camp artifacts, the largest collection of its kind, along with other exhibits. Find artifacts of another time— shark teeth about 70 million years old— during fun adventures at Shark Tooth Creek Outdoor Adventures. June to November, attend the town’s bustling Farmers Market.
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ATTRACTIONS BY EXIT Grab your state map to find these attractions at the following highway exits. Please call attractions for specific directions.
ALABAMA JAZZ HALL OF FAME Birmingham, I-65 Exit 260 MCWANE SCIENCE CENTER Birmingham, I-65 Exit 260 RAILROAD PARK Birmingham, I-65 Exit 260 RED MOUNTAIN PARK Birmingham, I-65 Exit 255 AMERICAN VILLAGE Montevallo, I-65 Exit 234
HEART OF DIXIE RAILROAD MUSEUM, Calera, I-65 Exit 228 CHEAHA STATE PARK near Anniston, I-20 Exit 191 BERMAN MUSEUM OF WORLD HISTORY, Anniston, I-20 Exit 185 TALLADEGA SUPERSPEEDWAY & INTERNATIONAL MOTORSPORTS HALL OF FAME Talladega, I-20 Exit 168
PEACHES, Clanton, I-65 Exit 205 BARBER VINTAGE MOTORSPORTS MUSEUM, Birmingham, I-20 Exit 140 BIRMINGHAM BOTANICAL GARDENS Birmingham, I-20/59 Exit 126A ALABAMA’S SPLASH ADVENTURE WATERPARK Birmingham, I-20/59 Exit 110 UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA CAMPUS Tuscaloosa, I-20 Exit 73
Marinas are listed on page 170. Visit alabama.travel for additional attractions.
ALEXANDER CITY { map G-8 } CHEROKEE RIDGE ALPINE TRAILS crata.org. 334-462-8565. Various locations.
TALLAPOOSA COUNTY TOURISM
tallapoosacountytourism.com. 256-825-1622. 125 N. Broadnax St., Room 131, Dadeville, 36853. Welcome to Tallapoosa County, home of Lake Martin, Harold Banks Canoe Trail, Wind Creek State Park, Horseshoe Bend National Military Park, Goat Island, Smith Mountain Fire Tower, Wellborn Musclecar Museum, and more. Unique dining and shopping experiences await you where you can find a great selection of locally owned restaurants and retail. Stay at one of the many beautiful lake homes or condos with amazing views and amenities. Visit our website for the latest events!
HAROLD BANKS CANOE TRAIL
alexcitychamber.com. 256-234-3461. Various locations.
HORSESHOE BEND NATIONAL MILITARY PARK
nps.gov/hobe. 256-234-7111. 11288 Horseshoe Bend Rd., Daviston, 36256.
LAKE MARTIN
alexcitychamber.com. 256-234-3461. Various entry points, 35010.
RUSSELL CROSSROADS
russellcrossroads.com. 256-496-3677. Russell Farms Rd., 35010.
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PAUL W. BRYANT MUSEUM Tuscaloosa, I-20 Exit 73 KENTUCK ART CENTER Northport, I-20 exit 71 DESOTO CAVERNS Childersburg, U.S. Hwy. 280 m.m. 32 BLUE BELL CREAMERIES Sylacauga, U.S. Hwys. 280/231
SCREAMING EAGLE AERIAL ADVENTURE
windcreekzipline.com. 256-596-3081. 4325 AL Hwy. 128, 35010.
WELLBORN MUSCLECAR MUSEUM
wellbornmusclecarmuseum.com. 256-329-8474. 124 Broad St., 35010.
WIND CREEK STATE PARK alapark.com. 256-329-0845. 4325 AL Hwy. 128, 35010.
ALICEVILLE { map G-2 } ALICEVILLE MUSEUM, INC.
alicevillemuseum.org. 205-373-2363. 104 Broad St., 35442.
SHARK TOOTH CREEK OUTDOOR ADVENTURES sharktoothcreek.com. 205-373-2605. 24114 AL Hwy. 14, 35442.
ANNISTON { map E-8 }
GERMAN ITALIAN POW MEMORIAL
ALABAMA LAW ENFORCEMENT MEMORIAL
LONGLEAF BOTANICAL GARDENS
Quintard Ave., 36207.
ANNISTON CIVIL RIGHTS AND HERITAGE TRAIL
annistoncivilrightstrail.org, annistonal.gov. 256-236-3422. 1128 Gurnee Ave., 36201.
ANNISTON DOWNTOWN DISTRICT visitcalhouncounty.com. 256-236-0996. Noble St. from 9th to 14th Sts., 36202.
ANNISTON FREEDOM RIDERS MURALS visitcalhouncounty.com. 256-236-0996. Alleyways near 1031 Gurnee Ave. & 1018 Noble St., 36201.
ANNISTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
3543 Shipley Rd., 36205.
exploreamag.org. 256-237-6766. 920 Museum Dr., 36206.
MOUNTAIN LONGLEAF NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE fws.gov/refuge/Mountain_Longleaf. 256-848-6833. 407 Bains Gap Rd., 36205.
NUNNALLY’S NOBLE STREET FRAMING & GALLERY
nobleframeandgallery.com. 256-237-5921. 1014 Noble St., 36201.
ZINN PARK
annistonal.gov/pages/?pageID=183. 256-236-8221. 101 W. 14th St., 36201.
exploreamag.org. 256-237-6766. 800 Museum Dr., 36206.
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BERMAN MUSEUM OF WORLD HISTORY
facebook.com/ClayHistory. 256-354-5992. 70 Court Square, 36251.
exploreamag.org. 256-237-6261. 840 Museum Dr., 36206.
BLACKBERRY HILL ALPACAS facebook.com/BlackberryHillAlpacas. 256-453-4147. 6330 Saks Rd., 36206.
CAMP MCCLELLAN HORSE TRAILS 256-241-2777. Mud Hole Rd., 36205.
CENTENNIAL MEMORIAL PARK
visitcalhouncounty.com. 256-236-8221. 1701 Quintard Ave., 36207.
CHIEF LADIGA TRAIL
facebook.com/chiefladigatrail. 256-782-8010. 6514 Weaver Rd., 36206.
CLAY COUNTY MUSEUM
BESSEMER { map F-5 } ALABAMA ADVENTURE & SPLASH ADVENTURE alabamasplash.com. 205-481-4750. 4599 Splash Adventure Pkwy., 35022.
AUTOBAHN INDOOR SPEEDWAY
autobahnspeed.com/locations/birmingham-alindoor-go-karts. 205-235-6230. 5960 Greenwood Pkwy., 35022.
BESSEMER HALL OF HISTORY MUSEUM bessemerhallofhistory.org. 205-426-1633. 1905 Alabama Ave., 35020.
CIVIL RIGHTS HERITAGE TRAIL “THE OTHER BUS”
DEBARDELEBEN PARK
COBB HIGH SPORTS MUSEUM
DOWNTOWN BESSEMER NATIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT
annistoncivilrightstrail.org. 256-236-0996. Corner of 9th and Noble Sts., 36201. visitcalhouncounty.com. 256-237-6779. 323 E. 16th St., 36207.
1623 2nd Ave. N, 35020.
downtownbessemer.blogspot.com. 1913 4th Ave. N, 35020.
MCADORY HOUSE
wjeffcohistsoc.org. 205-426-1633. 227 Eastern Valley Rd., 35021.
OWEN HOUSE
wjeffcohistsoc.org. 205-477-4836, 205-246-1633. 1740 Eastern Valley Rd., 35020.
BIRMINGHAM { map E-6 } THE ABROMS-ENGEL INSTITUTE FOR VISUAL ARTS COLDWATER MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS
neaba.net. 256-453-8777. Off Coldwater Rd., 36201. Explore 37 miles of singletrack! All skill levels. Local outfitter, dining, entertainment and shopping in nearby downtown Anniston.
uab.edu/cas/aeiva. 205-975-6436. 1221 10th Ave. S, 35205.
A.G. GASTON GARDENS
205-458-8000. 1510 5th Ave. N, 35203.
AIR ADVENTURE POWERED PARACHUTES
airadventure.net. 205-567-9800. Various locations.
ALABAMA JAZZ HALL OF FAME/ CARVER THEATRE
jazzhall.com. 205-327-9424. 1631 4th Ave. N, 35203.
ALABAMA MEN’S HALL OF FAME samford.edu/alabama-mens-hall-of-fame. 205-879-3935. 800 Lakeshore Dr., 35229.
ALABAMA SPORTS HALL OF FAME MUSEUM
ashof.org. 205-323-6665. 2150 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. N, 35203.
ALABAMA VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK alabamaveterans.org. 205-305-6749. 100 Overton Access Rd., 35223.
ARLINGTON ANTEBELLUM HOUSE AND GARDENS arlingtonantebellumhomeandgardens.com. 205-780-5656. 331 Cotton Ave. SW, 35211.
BALLARD HOUSE
ballardhouseproject.org. 205-731-2000. 1420 7th Ave. N, 35203.
BARBER VINTAGE MOTORSPORTS MUSEUM barbermuseum.org. 205-699-7275. 6030 Barber Motorsports Pkwy., 35094.
BHAM EAT DRINK RIDE FOOD TOURS diningoutwithcomediennejoy.com/birminghamfood-tours. 205-482-6999. 201 Beacon Pkwy. NW, Ste. 306, 35209.
BIRMINGHAM BOTANICAL GARDENS bbgardens.org. 205-414-3950. 2612 Lane Park Rd., 35223.
BIRMINGHAM BOULDERS
boulderingauthority.com/bhamboulders. 205-201-4616. 136 Industrial Dr., 35211.
BIRMINGHAM CIVIL RIGHTS HERITAGE TRAIL
civilrightstrail.com/destination/birmingham. Beginning at Kelly Ingram Park, corner of 6th Avenue N. and 16th St. Follow the maps on the signs. 35203.
BIRMINGHAM CIVIL RIGHTS INSTITUTE
bcri.org. 205-328-9696. 520 16th St. N, 35203.
BIRMINGHAM HOLOCAUST EDUCATION CENTER bhecinfo.org. 205-795-4176. 2222 Arlington Ave. S, 35205.
BIRMINGHAM MUSEUM OF ART
artsbma.org. 205-254-2565. 2000 Rev. Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd., 35203.
BIRMINGHAM PEDAL TOURS
birminghampedaltours.com. 205-304-8687. All tours start at 2201 2nd Ave. S, Ste. 106, 35233.
BIRMINGHAM ZOO
birminghamzoo.com. 205-879-0409. 2630 Cahaba Rd., 35223.
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Birmingham
BY MARILYN JONES STAMPS
K nown as the M agic C ity for its once- booming iron ore industry and later its transformation as a leader in healthcare, Alabama’ s largest city is a place where magic still happens— even in just 3 6 hours.
THEN+NOW Friday
AFTERNOON Begin by checking into one of the city’s historic hotels, such as the Elyton, a symbol of the city’s industrial greatness in 1909 and now part of Marriott’s exclusive Autograph Collection. The building was once known as the Empire and was part of “the heaviest corner on Earth,” so dubbed because the intersection of 20th Street and First Avenue North held the South’s tallest buildings at the time. Another option: the Redmont Hotel, which first opened in 1925 and has been renovated to include architectural touches from its original heyday. EVENING The flickering lights of restaurants and entertainment venues beckon you to enjoy the evening sipping cocktails and feasting on succulent foods. Indeed, the city is claiming a place among veteran culinary destinations, thanks to a range of lickyour-fingers barbecue and French-inspired, regional fare. Go casual
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C ast from local iron in 1 9 0 4 , V ulcan overlooks the city from R ed M ountain. I ncluding the pedestal, the statue rises 1 8 0 feet, making it irresistible to aerialist C arla W allenda in 1 9 7 8 . She performed a “ death slide,” descending a high wire from V ulcan’ s foot to the ground.
at Jim ’N Nick’s, Saw’s or Full Moon Barbecue. Or, embrace sophistication at James Beard Award winners Highlands Bar and Grill or Hot and Hot Fish Club. Highlands won the award for the country’s most outstanding restaurant in 2018 after being a semifinalist several times before. The restaurant’s pastry chef, Dolester Miles, won the same year for outstanding pastry chef.
Saturday
MORNING Lace up your walking shoes and explore downtown on foot. Dart in and out of shops, such as Reed Books, author Jim Reed’s bookstore, where book collectors come for valuable finds. Then, stand where history was made. Stroll through Kelly
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EVENING Take in a show in the Theatre District, home to the historic Alabama Theatre, the restored vaudeville-era Lyric Theatre and the resurrected Art Deco Carver Theatre. The trio share space with a new addition—the Sidewalk Film Center and Cinema. Whether, you want to catch the latest flick, listen to jazz or watch a ballet, this district specializes in that kind of entertainment. Consider a nightcap at the Paramount Bar, where beer and cocktails are served in a garage-style atmosphere filled with 20-plus classic and modern arcade games.
Sunday
MORNING Sleep late, then head to Roots and Revelry, housed on the second floor of the Thomas Jefferson Tower, for what many locals claim as downtown’s best brunch. Chef Brandon Cain changes his menu to serve the region’s freshest seasonal ingredients. Power up with Gulf shrimp and McEwen & Sons grits or cut into Eggs Benedict made with buttermilk biscuits. The extra calories will be needed to explore the city’s iron ore past at Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark.
OPPOSITE, FROM LEFT: TAKING IN THE VIEW FROM ATOP VULCAN, YOUNGSTERS INTERACT WITH SCULPTURES REPRESENTING THE CHILDREN’S MARCH AT KELLY INGRAM PARK; THIS PAGE, FROM TOP: PULLED PORK BATHING IN A POOL OF CHEESE GRITS AT SAW’S BBQ, A PEEK INSIDE THE SWANKY ELYTON HOTEL
Ingram Park, which was the site of civil rights demonstrations in the 1960s and is now a place for education and reflection thanks to a mobile phone tour of the park’s evocative statues. Learn more about equality and race at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, or simply stand in front of the 16th Street Baptist Church and contemplate the 1963 bombing there that killed four African-American children. AFTERNOON Relax at 19-acre Railroad Park, where kids play at two playgrounds within view of passing trains, runners and walkers use a variety of trails, and the community gathers. If you’re lucky, you might encounter a special event, such as a concert by the Alabama Symphony Orchestra or a food truck rally. It’s easy to see why the park is dubbed Birmingham’s Living Room. www.alabama.travel | 117
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CANARY GALLERY
canarygalleryllc.com. 205-224-5300. 2201 2nd Ave. N, 35203.
CIVIL AXE THROWING
civilaxethrowing.com/birmingham. 205-730-6739. 3004 4th Ave. S, 35233
CIVIL RIGHTS DISTRICT
bcri.org. 205-328-9696. Intersection of 16th St. and 6th Ave., 35203.
DON KRESGE MEMORIAL RADIO MUSEUM
alabamahistoricalradiosociety.org. 205-822-6759. 600 18th St. N (Inside Alabama Power Building), 35203.
ETERNAL WORD TELEVISION NETWORK—EWTN
LOCKED IN: THE BIRMINGHAM ESCAPE GAME
FIRST AVENUE ROCKS
MAGIC CITY PEDICAB
ewtn.com. 205-271-2900. 5817 Old Leeds Rd., Irondale, 35210. boulderingauthority.com/firstaverocks. 205-320-2277. 2417 1st Ave. S, 35233.
FIVE POINTS SOUTH HISTORIC DISTRICT fivepointsbham.com. 205-324-8797. 20th St. S, 35205.
GOLDEN FLAKE
goldenflake.com. 800-239-2447. 1 Golden Flake Dr., 35205.
birmingham.lockedin.com. 205-490-2130. 2808 7th Ave. S, 35233. magiccitypedicab.com. 855-733-2226.
THE MARKET AT PEPPER PLACE pepperplacemarket.com. 205-705-6886. 2829 2nd Ave. S, 35233.
SCIENCE THE MARKET ATMCWANE PEPPER PLACE CENTER pepperplacemarket.com. 205-705-6886.
mcwane.org. 205-714-8300. 2829 2nd Ave. S, 35233. 200 19th St. N, 35203.
HIGH POINT CLIMBING AND FITNESS highpointclimbing.com/birmingham. 205-981-9190. 4766 U.S. Hwy. 280, 35242.
COME SEE
HISTORIC ALABAMA THEATRE alabamatheatre.com. 205-252-2262. 1817 3rd Ave. N, 35203.
HISTORIC BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH
IRON MAN
rebuildbethel.org. 205-324-8489. 3233 29th Ave. N, 35207.
IDLEWILD ADVENTURE COMPANY idlewildclimbing.com. 205-861-7260. Birmingham area.
IRONDALE CAFE
irondalecafe.com. 205-956-5258. 1906 1st Ave. N, Irondale, 35210.
VISITVULCAN.COM
KELLY INGRAM PARK
birminghamal.org/listings/kelly-ingram-park. 205-328-9696. 6th Ave. N, at 16th St. in the Civil Rights Historic District, 35203.
MILES COLLEGE
miles.edu. 205-929-1000. 5500 Myron Massey Blvd., Fairfield, 35064.
NEGRO SOUTHERN LEAGUE MUSEUM birminghamnslm.org. 205-581-3040. 120 16th St., 35233.
OAK HILL CEMETERY
oakhillbirmingham.com. 205-251-6532. 1120 19th St. N, 35234.
PEPPER PLACE
pepperplace.net. 205-802-2100. 2829 2nd Ave. S, 35233
RAILROAD PARK
railroadpark.org. 205-521-9933. 1600 1st Ave. S, 35233.
RED DOT GALLERY
reddotgallery.com. 205-870-7608. 1001 Stuart St., 35209.
RED MOUNTAIN PARK
redmountainpark.org. 205-202-6043. 2011 Frankfurt Dr., 35211.
REED BOOKS AND THE MUSEUM OF FOND MEMORIES jimreedbooks.com. 205-326-4460. 2021 3rd Ave. N, 35203.
REYNOLDS-FINLEY HISTORICAL LIBRARY AT UAB uab.edu/reynolds. 205-934-4475. 1700 University Blvd., 3rd floor, 35294.
RICKWOOD FIELD
rickwood.com. 205-458-8161. 1137 2nd Ave. W, 35204.
RUFFNER MOUNTAIN NATURE PRESERVE ruffnermountain.org. 205-833-8264. 1214 81st St. S, 35206.
SAMUEL ULLMAN MUSEUM
uab.edu/ullmanmuseum. 205-703-0960. 2150 15th Ave. S, 35205.
SIXTEENTH STREET BAPTIST CHURCH NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK 16thstreetbaptist.org. 205-251-9402. 1530 6th Ave. N, 35203.
SLOSS FURNACES NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK slossfurnaces.com. 205-254-2025. 20 32nd St. N, 35222.
SOUTHERN ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER bsc.edu/sec. 205-226-4934. 900 Arkadelphia Rd., 35254.
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The meal gets five stars
THE EXPERIENCE, SIX.
As a city known for its exceptional restaurants, cafes and bistros, Birmingham continues to set the standard for what a food scene should be. But aside from our award-winning dishes, what you’ll also find here is a place rich with history, filled with music, art, culture and southern hospitality. So pull up a chair at The Dinner Table of the South. And dig in to everything we have to offer. inbirmingham.com/ALVG1 | 800 - 458 - 8085
GREATER BIRMINGHAM CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU
CENTRAL
Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum in Calera
COLUMBIANA { map G-6 } KARL C. HARRISON MUSEUM OF GEORGE WASHINGTON washingtonmuseum.com. 205-669-8767. 50 Lester St., 35051.
SHELBY COUNTY ARTS CENTER AT OLD MILL SQUARE shelbycountyartscouncil.com. 205-669-0044. 76 Old Mill St., 35051.
SHELBY COUNTY MUSEUM & ARCHIVES
shelbycountymuseum.com. 205-669-3912. 1854 Old Courthouse Cir., 35051.
CUSSETA { map H-10 } FORT CUSSETA
toureastalabama.com/attraction/fort-cusseta. 334-642-1411. CR 83, diagonally across from post office, 36852.
DADEVILLE { map H-8 } OFF THE BEATEN PATH ALABAMA
offthebeatenpathalabama1.com. 334-703-2536. Various locations in East-Central Alabama.
SMITH MOUNTAIN FIRE TOWER AND TRAILS
southernmuseumofflight.org. 205-833-8226. 4343 73rd St. N, 35206.
STEEL CITY JUMP PARK
scjumppark.com. 205-683-5867. 7001 Crestwood Blvd. #1100A, 35210.
TOPGOLF
topgolf.com/us/birmingham. 205-847-5757. 1111 24th St. N, 35234.
TOURS BY LINDA
205-631-5747. Birmingham area.
TURKEY CREEK NATURE PRESERVE turkeycreeknp.com. 205-680-4116. 3906 Turkey Creek Rd., Pinson, 35126.
UPTOWN ENTERTAINMENT DISTRICT uptownbham.com. 205-458-8700. 2221 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. N, 35203.
VULCAN PARK AND MUSEUM
BROOKSIDE { map E-5 } FIVE MILE CREEK CANOE & COMPANY
brooksidealabama.com. 205-674-5550. 325 Cardiff St., 35036.
CALERA { map G-6 } HEART OF DIXIE RAILROAD MUSEUM hodrrm.org. 205-757-8383. 1919 9th St., 35040.
CARROLLTON { map F-2 } PICKENS COUNTY COURTHOUSE/ FACE IN THE WINDOW courthousewindow.com. 205-792-2978. Courthouse Square, 35447.
CHELSEA { map F-6 } CHELSEA RECREATIONAL PARK cityofchelsea.com. 205-678-8455. 2966 CR 39, 35043.
visitvulcan.com. 205-933-1409. 1701 Valley View Dr., 35209.
CHILDERSBURG { map F-7 }
BRENT { map G-5 }
BUTLER-HARRIS-RAINWATER MUSEUM
MILLER’S POTTERY
facebook.com/stevemillerpottery. 205-316-8029. 2324 AL Hwy. 5, 35034.
TALLADEGA NATIONAL FOREST (OAKMULGEE DISTRICT)
fs.usda.gov/alabama. 205-926-9765. 9901 AL Hwy. 5, 35034.
BRIERFIELD { map G-5 } BRIERFIELD IRONWORKS HISTORICAL STATE PARK
kymulgagristmill.com/museum_history.htm. 256-378-5521. 1001 1st St. SW, 35044.
DESOTO CAVERNS
facebook.com/Tallapoosee-HistoricalMuseum-1531212280522465. 256-825-7535. 214 N. Broadnax St., 36853.
DELTA { map F-9 } CHEAHA STATE PARK
alapark.com. 256-488-5115. 19644 AL Hwy. 281, 36258.
EUTAW { map H-3 } ALABAMA CIVIL RIGHTS FREEDOM FARM MUSEUM 205-826-6684. 137 CR 183, 35462.
SCLC MAGNOLIA HOUSE
205-372-3446. 702 Greensboro St./Hwy. 14E, 35462.
GAINESVILLE { map H-2 } GAINESVILLE RESERVOIR
Access area near Howell Heflin Lock and Dam, CR 39, 35464.
GOODWATER { map G-8 } HATCHET CREEK CANOE/ KAYAK TRAIL
outdooralabama.com/rivers-and-mobile-delta/ hatchet-creek. CR 51.
desotocavernspark.com. 256-378-7252. 5181 DeSoto Caverns Pkwy., 35044.
GREENSBORO { map H-3 }
KYMULGA GRIST MILL & COVERED BRIDGE
MAGNOLIA GROVE
CLANTON { map H-6 }
SAFE HOUSE BLACK HISTORY MUSEUM
kymulgagristmill.com. 256-378-7436. 7346 Grist Mill Rd., 35044.
brierfieldironworks.org. 205-665-1856. 240 Furnace Pkwy., 35035.
DURBIN FARMS MARKET
LIMESTONE TUBING
HEATON PECAN FARM
205-926-9672. 1531 Limestone Pkwy., 35035.
TALLAPOOSEE HISTORICAL MUSEUM
durbinfarms.com. 205-755-1672. 2130 7th St. S, 35045.
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/magnoliagrove/ magnoliagrove.aspx. 334-624-8618. 1002 Hobson St., 36744.
bcri.org/consortium/safe-house-black-historymuseum. 334-624-4228. 518 Martin Luther King Dr., 36744.
heaton.com. 205-755-8654. 309 Sunrise Blvd., 35045.
HEFLIN { map E-9 }
PEACH PARK
CAHULGA CREEK PARK
peachparkclanton.com. 205-755-2065. 2300 7th St. S, 35046.
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cityofheflin.org. 256-463-5434. 343 Mountain St., 36264.
Above: ATD/Karim Shamsi-Basha; opposite: ATD/Brit Huckabay
SOUTHERN MUSEUM OF FLIGHT/ ALABAMA AVIATION HALL OF FAME
crata.org. 334-462-8565. Smith Mountain Rd., Lake Martin, Jacksons Gap, 36861.
CLEBURNE COUNTY COURTHOUSE
NEW LIFE ART GALLERY
CHAMBERS COUNTY MUSEUM
CLEBURNE COUNTY MOUNTAIN CENTER
NEXT LEVL EXTREME AIR SPORTS
JOE LOUIS STATUE
cleburnecounty.us. 256-463-5655. 120 Vickery St., 36264.
jsu.edu/epic/tm. 256-463-3838. Forte Dr., 36264.
SHOAL CREEK CHURCH HISTORIC SITE
shoalcreekchurch.net. 256-463-2290. South of CR 5530, Fruithurst, 36262.
TALLADEGA NATIONAL FOREST (SHOAL CREEK DISTRICT)
fs.usda.gov/alabama. 256-463-2272. 45 AL Hwy. 281, 36264.
HELENA { map F-5 } CAHABA RIVER PARK
discovershelby.com/Facilities.aspx?Page=detail& RID=78. 205-620-6631. 2793 River Rd., 35080.
CANOE THE CAHABA
facebook.com/CanoeTheCahaba. 205-874-5623. 2370 CR 52, 35080.
HELENA MUSEUM
cityofhelena.org. 205-369-1448. 5260 Helena Rd., 35080.
OLD TOWN HELENA
cityofhelena.org. 205-663-2161. Helena Rd. at Old Town Place, 35080.
HODGES { map F-6 } BEAR CREEK FLOATWAY
bearcreeklakes.com/bear-creek-floatway.html. 256-332-4392. Bear Creek.
HOMEWOOD { map F-6 } BREAKOUT GAMES
breakoutgames.com/birmingham. 205-282-4798. 2717 19th Place S, 35209.
FOUR SEASONS GALLERY
4SeasonsAntiquesandArt.com. 205-803-4059. 2817 18th St. S, 35209.
newlifeart.com. 205-979-2158. 3600 Lorna Ridge Dr., 35216.
nextlevl.us. 205-775-0404. 6009 Tattersall Dr., 35242.
RIVERCHASE GALLERIA
riverchasegalleria.com. 205-985-3020. 2000 Galleria Cir., 35244.
VETERAN’S PARK
www.hooveral.org/677/Veterans-Park. 205-444-7500. 4800 Valleydale Rd., 35242.
JACKSONVILLE { map D-8 } CHOCCOLOCCO MOUNTAIN OFF-ROAD VEHICLE PARK
choccoloccomountain.com. 256-365-0311. 1312 Louise Dr. SE, 36265.
DR. FRANCIS’ MEDICAL MUSEUM
toureastalabama.com/attraction/chamberscounty-museum. 334-864-9866. 1st Ave. SW, 36862. toureastalabama.com/attraction/joe-louis-statue. 334-864-4311. Chambers County Courthouse, 2 Lafayette St., 36862.
LANETT { map H-10 } DOLLHOUSE/LITTLE NADINE’S GRAVE SITE greatervalleyarea.com. 334-642-1411. 1462 1st St., 36863.
FORT TYLER
forttyler.com. 706-518-7702. Alabama/Georgia line, West Point, GA 31833.
WEST POINT LAKE
westpointlake.info. 706-645-2937. CR 212, 36863.
jacksonvillepubliclibrary.org. 256-435-6332. 207 Gayle Ave. SW, 36265.
LEEDS { map E-6 }
HISTORIC JACKSONVILLE TRAIN DEPOT
artistsincorporated.com. 205-699-7627. 6200 Grand River Blvd., #144, 35094.
visitcalhouncounty.com. 256-435-8115. 650 Mountain St. NW, 36265.
JACKSONVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY
jsu.edu. 256-782-5781. 700 Pelham Rd. N, 36265.
JEMISON { map G-6 } MINOOKA OHV PARK
minookapark.org. 205-312-1376. 1922 CR 146, 35085.
LAFAYETTE { map H-9 } CHAMBERS COUNTY COURTHOUSE chamberscountyal.gov. 334-864-4341. 2 Lafayette St. S, 36862.
CHAMBERS COUNTY LAKE
outdooralabama.com/alabama-public-fishinglakes-pfls/chambers-county-pfl. 334-864-8145. 1145 CR 292, 36862.
ARTISTS INCORPORATED
LEEDS SCENIC BYWAY—DOWNTOWN leedsalabama.org/leeds-scenic-byway. 205-699-2585. AL Hwy. 119 to U.S. Hwy. 411, 35094.
LEEDS THEATRE AND ARTS CENTER leedsartscouncil.org. 205-699-1892. 8140 Parkway Dr., 35094.
LINCOLN { map E-7 } HONDA MANUFACTURING OF ALABAMA hondaalabama.com. 205-355-5000. 1800 Honda Dr., 35096.
LINEVILLE { map F-8 } ALABAMA GOLD CAMP
alabamagoldcamp.com. 256-396-0389. 1398 CR 5, 36266.
RED DOT GALLERY
reddotgallery.com. 205-870-7608. 1001 Stuart St., 35209.
SURGE TRAMPOLINE PARK
surgebirmingham.com. 205-943-7090. 120 Wildwood Pkwy., 35209.
URBAN AIR
urbanairtrampolinepark.com/locations/alabama/ homewood. 205-206-6809. 800 Greensprings Hwy., Ste. 150, 35209.
HOOVER { map F-6 } ALDRIDGE BOTANICAL GARDENS aldridgegardens.com. 205-682-8019. 3530 Lorna Rd., 35216.
BLACK CREEK MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK 100 Nunnally Pass, 35244.
EXPLORE PLAYGROUND & SPLASH PAD
hoovermetcomplex.com/explore-play. 205-739-7364. 1004 RV Trace, 35244.
HOOVER CLIMBING & ADVENTURE
hoovermetcomplex.com/finley-center/adventure. 205-739-7364. 100 Ben Chapman Dr., 35244.
MOSS ROCK PRESERVE
hooveral.org/214/Moss-Rock-Preserve. 205-739-7141. 617 Preserve Pkwy., 35226.
Magnolia Grove in Greensboro
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CITY OF LINEVILLE MUSEUM
cityoflinevilleal.com. 256-396-2010. 89575 AL Hwy. 9, 36266.
LIVINGSTON { map I-2 } ALAMUCHEE-BELLAMY COVERED BRIDGE
ruralswalabama.org/attraction/alamucheebellamy-covered-bridge-1861. 205-652-3828. Student Union Dr., 35470.
BLACK BELT MUSEUM
blackbeltmuseum.com. 205-652-3828. 18 Franklin St., University of West Alabama, 35470.
LAKE LU AND NATURE TRAILS
uwa.edu/about/universitydepartments/lakelu. 205-652-9266. 100 Lake Dr., 35470.
MAPLESVILLE { map H-5 } MAPLESVILLE RAILROAD DEPOT townofmaplesville.com. 334-366-4211. 9499 AL Hwy. 22, 36750.
MONTEVALLO { map G-5 } ALABAMA NATIONAL CEMETERY (ALNC)
MARTIN-LETT GALLERY OF ART
oxfordpac.org. 256-241-3322. 100 Choccolocco St., 36203.
scalnc.org. 205-680-3413. 3133 AL Hwy. 119, 35115.
PELHAM { map F-6 }
ALDRICH COAL MINE MUSEUM, INC. 1908 FARRINGTON HALL
ALABAMA WILDLIFE CENTER
205-665-2886. 137 CR 203, 35115.
AMERICAN VILLAGE
americanvillage.org. 205-665-3535. 3727 AL Hwy. 119, 35115.
ORR PARK & TINGLEWOOD TRAIL cityofmontevallo.com. 205-665-2555. 277 Park Dr., 35115.
UNIVERSITY OF MONTEVALLO montevallo.edu. 205-665-6230. 75 College Dr., 35115.
UNIVERSITY OF MONTEVALLO’S EBENEZER SWAMP ECOLOGICAL PRESERVE
awrc.org. 205-663-7930. 100 Terrace Dr., 35124.
ALTITUDE TRAMPOLINE PARK
altitudetrampolinepark.com. 205-619-6929. 8581 Helena Rd., 35124.
BLUE WATER PARK
bluewaterparkal.com. 205-663-7428. 100 Industrial Park Dr., 35124.
OAK MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
alapark.com. 205-620-2520. 200 Terrace Dr., 35124.
PELHAM CIVIC COMPLEX AND ICE ARENA
pelhamciviccomplex.com/ice-arena/public-skating. 205-620-6448. 500 Amphitheater Rd., 35124.
MARBURY { map H-7 }
205-665-6463. Spring Creek (corner of CR 24 & Stagecoach Rd.), 35115.
PICKENSVILLE { map F-2 }
CONFEDERATE MEMORIAL PARK
NORTHPORT { map F-3 }
tenntom.org. 662-328-8936. East Bank, TennesseeTombigbee Waterway, 35447.
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/confederate/ confederate.aspx. 205-755-1990. 437 CR 63, 36051.
MARION { map H-4 }
KENTUCK ART CENTER & FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
kentuck.org. 205-758-1257. 503 Main Ave., 35476.
ALABAMA WOMEN’S HALL OF FAME
NORTHPORT HERITAGE MUSEUM
JUDSON COLLEGE
OHATCHEE { map E-8 }
awhf.org. 334-683-5167. 302 Bibb St., 36756.
judson.edu. 334-683-5110. 302 Bibb St., 36756.
LINCOLN MEMORIAL MUSEUM
205-523-8720. 1991 Park St., 35476.
H. NEELY HENRY LAKE
334-683-2282. 207 Lincoln St., 36756.
apcshorelines.com/our-lakes/neely-henry. 205-472-0481. 111 Lakeshore Lane, 36271.
MARION FEMALE SEMINARY BUILDING
JANNEY FURNACE CIVIL WAR AND NATIVE AMERICAN MUSEUM
MARION MILITARY INSTITUTE/ ALABAMA MILITARY HALL OF HONOR
OXFORD { map E-8 }
334-683-9622. 204 W. Monroe St., 36756.
marionmilitary.edu. 334-683-2394, 334-302-1038. 1101 Washington St., 36756.
janneyfurnace.org. 256-892-5198. 145 Janney Rd., 36271.
CHIEF LADIGA TRAIL EUBANKS WELCOME CENTER
piedmontcity.org/chief-ladiga-trail. 256-447-3363. 202 Dailey St., 36272.
NO WORRIES KAYAK RENTALS
noworrieskayakrentals.com. 256-927-7102. 7200 AL Hwy. 9, 36272.
canoeshop.net. 256-447-8383. 4114 CR 175, 36272.
CHOCCOLOCCO PARK
choccoloccopark.com. 256-342-0174. 954 Leon Smith Pkwy., 36203. 300+ acres. Kayak rentals. Walk-bike trails. Alabama Mound Trail. Multi-sports complex. Magic of Lights, a drive-thru holiday light display.
ROANOKE { map G-10 } FOX CREEK BIRDING TRAIL
alabamabirdingtrails.com/sites/fox-creek-at-lakewedowee. 334-863-6612. CR 863, 36278.
ROCKFORD { map H-7 }
MCCALLA { map F-5 } IRON AND STEEL MUSEUM OF ALABAMA
COLDWATER COVERED BRIDGE/ OXFORD LAKE PARK
SADLER HOUSE
FLOATING FUN
TANNEHILL IRONWORKS HISTORICAL STATE PARK
HISTORIC MAIN STREET OXFORD
tannehill.org. 205-477-5711. 12632 Confederate Pkwy., 35111.
facebook.com/BoundaryLineBison. 256-447-8811. 1330 Piedmont Cutoff, 36272.
TERRAPIN OUTDOOR CENTER
PERRY LAKES PARK & BARTON’S BEACH CAHABA RIVER PRESERVE
wjeffcohistsoc.org. 205-426-1633. 5262 Eastern Valley Rd., 35111.
BOUNDARY LINE BISON RANCH
redneckyachtclubcanoeandkayakrental.com. 256-447-8690. Terrapin Creek, 3850 CR 175, 36272.
334-683-9622. 1200 Washington St., 36756.
tannehill.org/museum.html. 205-477-5711. 12632 Confederate Pkwy., 35111.
PIEDMONT { map D-9 }
REDNECK YACHT CLUB CANOE & KAYAK RENTALS
THE OLD MARION DEPOT
ruralswalabama.org/attraction/zion-unitedmethodist-church-at-marion-al. 334-683-4959. 301 Pickens St., 36756.
tenntom.org. 205-373-8705. 1382 Lock and Dam Rd., 35447.
256-447-3560. 130 N. Center Ave., 36272.
holmesteadcompany.com. 205-292-6356, 334-683-9955. 28011 AL Hwy. 14, 36756.
ZION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
TOM BEVILL VISITOR CENTER/ U.S. SNAGBOAT MONTGOMERY
PIEDMONT MUSEUM
MOORE-WEBB-HOLMES PLANTATION C. 1819
perrylakes.org. 334-683-9622. AL Hwy. 175, 36756.
TENN-TOM WATERWAY
oxfordpard.com/oxford-lake.html. 256-831-2660. 401 McCullars Lane, 36203. floatingfun.net. 256-589-4418. 136 Priebes Mill Rd. (Coldwater Marathon Station), 36203.
BARRETT’S PARK AT LAKE MITCHELL apcshorelines.com/recreation/parks. 256-396-5093. CR 27, 35136.
COOSA TRAIL
coosachamber.com. 256-537-3004. CR 29 at Hatchett Creek, 35136.
COOSA WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA
mainstreetoxford.org. 256-453-9298. Main St., 36203.
outdooralabama.com/hunting/wildlifemanagement-areas. 256-537-3004. CR 29, 35136.
KAYAK CHOCCOLOCCO CREEK
OLD ROCK JAIL AND MUSEUM
choccoloccopark.com. 1506 Boiling Springs Rd., 36203.
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facebook.com/rockfordalabama. 256-377-4911. Corner of AL Hwy. 22 & Jackson St., 35136.
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The Old Tavern Museum in Tuscaloosa
SHELBY { map G-6 } SHELBY IRON WORKS
shelbyironworks.com. 205-669-3137. 10268 CR 42, 35143.
SYLACAUGA { map G-7 } BLUE BELL CREAMERIES
bluebell.com. 256-249-6100. 423 N. Norton Ave., 35150.
ISABEL ANDERSON COMER MUSEUM & ARTS CENTER comermuseum.weebly.com. 256-245-4016. 711 N. Broadway, 35150.
PURSELL FARMS: ATV TOURS, HORSEBACK RIDING & ORVIS SPORTING CLAY
pursellfarms.com/activities. 256-208-7600. 386 Talladega Springs Rd., 35151.
TALLADEGA { map F-7 } ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND
aidb.org. 256-761-3206. 205 South St. E, 35160.
HALL OF HEROES
facebook.com/hallofheroesmuseum. 256-369-7193. 112 East St. S, 35160.
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN COURT SQUARE & SILK STOCKING DISTRICT talladegalincolnchamber.com. 256-362-9075. East St. S, South St., Coffee St., 35160.
INTERNATIONAL MOTORSPORTS HALL OF FAME motorsportshalloffame.com. 256-362-5002. 3366 Speedway Blvd., Lincoln, 35096.
JEMISON-CARNEGIE HERITAGE HALL MUSEUM heritagehallmuseum.org. 256-761-1364. 200 South St. E, 35160.
NASCAR RACING EXPERIENCE
nascarracingexperience.com. 704-886-2400. 3366 Speedway Blvd., Lincoln, 35096.
TALLADEGA CREEKSIDE RESORT
TUSCALOOSA { map G-4 } ALABAMA FIREFIGHTER MEMORIAL alffmemorial.net. 800-241-2467. 2501 Phoenix Dr., 35405.
ALABAMA MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
almnh.museums.ua.edu. 205-348-7550. 427 6th Ave., Smith Hall, University of Alabama campus, 35487.
BAMA BELLE PADDLEWHEEL RIVERBOAT
bamabelle.org. 205-275-0560. 1 Greensboro Ave., 35401.
BATTLE-FRIEDMAN HOUSE
historictuscaloosa.org. 205-758-6138. 1010 Greensboro Ave., 35401.
BREAKOUT TUSCALOOSA
TALLADEGA HISTORIC DISTRICT: TALLADEGA COLLEGE & SAVERY LIBRARY
CAPITOL PARK
TALLADEGA NATIONAL FOREST fs.usda.gov/alabama. 256-362-2909. 1001 North St., 35160.
TALLADEGA SUPERSPEEDWAY
talladegasuperspeedway.com. 855-518-7223. 3366 Speedway Blvd., Lincoln, 35096.
www.TheCMP.org. 256-474-4408. 4387 Turner Mill Rd., 35160. The most advanced shooting sports park in the U.S. For a beginner or a pro, we have something fun to experience!
toptrails.net. 256-649-0813. 1543 Home Dr., 35160.
talladegacreekside.com. 256-362-9053. 760 Lake Whitland Dr., 35160.
talladega.edu/academics/library.asp. 256-362-0206. 627 W. Battle St., 35160.
CMP TALLADEGA MARKSMANSHIP PARK
TOP TRAILS
TALLADEGA WALK OF FAME/DAVEY ALLISON MEMORIAL PARK visittalladega.com. 256-362-9075. Coffee and Court Sts., 35161.
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breakouttuscaloosa.com. 205-632-5135. 3711 Resource Dr., 35401. visittuscaloosa.com. 2828 6th St., 35401.
CHILDREN’S HANDS-ON MUSEUM OF TUSCALOOSA chomonline.org. 205-349-4235. 2213 University Blvd., 35401.
THE DOWNTOWN GALLERY
thedowntowngallery.com. 205-752-6222. 408 Queen City Ave., 35401.
FIRST AFRICAN BAPTIST CHURCH historictuscaloosa.org. 205-758-2833. 2621 Stillman Blvd., 35401.
FOSTER AUDITORIUM
civilrightstrail.com/destination/tuscaloosa. University of Alabama campus, 801 6th Ave., 35401.
GORGAS HOUSE MUSEUM
gorgashouse.museums.ua.edu. 205-348-5906. 810 Capstone Dr., 35487.
HARRISON GALLERIES
art.ua.edu/galleries/ua-students-at-harrisongalleries. 205-464-0054. 2315 University Blvd., 35401.
JEMISON-VAN DE GRAAFF MANSION jemisonmansion.com. 205-758-2906. 1305 Greensboro Ave., 35401.
LAKE LURLEEN STATE PARK
alapark.com. 205-339-1558. 13226 Lake Lurleen Rd., Coker, 35452.
MERCEDES-BENZ VISITOR CENTER mbusi.com. 205-507-2252. 11 Mercedes Dr., Vance, 35490.
MILDRED WESTERVELT WARNER TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM
warnertransportationmuseum.com. 205-248-4931. 1901 Jack Warner Pkwy., 35401.
MOUNDVILLE ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK moundville.ua.edu. 205-371-2234. 634 Mound State Pkwy., Moundville, 35474.
MURPHY AFRICAN-AMERICAN MUSEUM
historictuscaloosa.org. 205-758-2861. 2601 Paul W. Bryant Dr., 35401.
THE OLD TAVERN MUSEUM
historictuscaloosa.org. 205-758-2238. 500 28th Ave., 35401.
PAUL R. JONES GALLERY
paulrjonescollection.as.ua.edu. 205-345-3038. 2308 6th St., 35401.
PAUL W. BRYANT MUSEUM
bryantmuseum.com. 205-348-4668. 300 Paul W. Bryant Dr., 35401.
THE RIVERWALK
visittuscaloosa.com. 2710 Jack Warner Pkwy. NE, 35401.
RUSTY THE IRON MAN AND FAMILY STATUES cityofvalley.com. 334-756-5281. 6000 20th Ave., 36854.
STEEL BRIDGE
cityofvalley.com. 334-756-5281. Corner of 63rd St. & 19th Ave., 36854.
WADLEY { map G-9 } SOUTHERN UNION STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE BIRDING TRAIL suscc.edu. 256-395-2211. 750 Roberts St., 36276.
WALDO { map F-8 } WALDO COVERED BRIDGE
visittalladega.com. 256-362-9075, 256-362-9313. 4 mi. SW of Talladega, off AL Hwy. 77, 35161.
WEDOWEE { map F-9 } FLAT ROCK PARK
toureastalabama.com/attraction/flat-rock-park. 256-396-2338. 7115 CR 870, 36278.
LAKE WEDOWEE/R.L. HARRIS RESERVOIR apcshorelines.com/our-lakes/harris, randolphcountyal.com. 334-863-6612. AL Hwy. 48, Lineville, 36266.
WEOGUFKA { map F-9 } FLAGG MOUNTAIN
alltrails.com/trail/us/alabama/flagg-mountaintrail. CCC Camp Rd., 35151.
PINHOTI NATIONAL RECREATION TRAIL pinhotitrailalliance.org. CR 55, 35151.
WEOGUFKA CREEK CANOE TRAIL
toureastalabama.com/attraction/weogufka-creekcanoe-trail. CR 70, 35151.
WEST BLOCTON { map G-5 }
SARAH MOODY GALLERY OF ART
CAHABA RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
STILLMAN COLLEGE
WEST GREENE { map H-2 }
art.ua.edu/gallery/smga. 205-348-1890. 103 Garland Hall, 35401.
stillman.edu. 205-366-8886. 3601 Stillman Blvd., 35401.
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
fws.gov/refuge/Cahaba_River. 256-848-6833. River Trace, West Blocton, 35184.
LEAVELLWOOD
leavellwood.com. 205-372-2323. 4651 CR 117, 35491.
ua.edu. 205-348-6010. 801 University Blvd., 35401.
YORK { map I-1 }
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA ARBORETUM
COLEMAN CENTER FOR THE ARTS
arboretum.ua.edu. 205-553-3278. 4801 Arboretum Way, 35404.
colemanarts.org. 205-392-2005. 630 Ave. A, 36925.
VALLEY { map H-10 } HISTORIC FAIRFAX DEPOT cityofvalley.com. 334-756-5281. 99 River Rd., 36854.
HORACE KING MEMORIAL BRIDGE AND GARDEN
cityofvalley.com. 334-756-5281. Corner of 20th Ave. & 63rd St., 36854.
Dine, play, and stay in Tuscaloosa!
THE KISSING BRIDGE
cityofvalley.com. 334-756-5281. 6000th block of 20th Ave. across from Langdale Auditorium, 36854.
RAILS TO TRAILS
cityofvalley.com. 334-756-5281. Starts at intersection of Fob James Dr. & 20th Ave., 36854.
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PETS ALLOWED
Amenities vary by location and region. To learn the full range of options available, accessibility specifics and pet policies, call your desired destination directly.
LONG LEAF LODGE AT MCCLELLAN
256-820-9494. 74 Exchange Ave., 36205. C P H
MCCLELLAN INN
mcclellaninnannistonal.com. 256-820-3144. 5708 Weaver Rd., 36206.
ROYAL INN
ALABASTER { map F-6 }
royalinnanniston.com. 256-8205154. 5618 McClellan Blvd., 36206.
CANDLEWOOD SUITES
BESSEMER { map F-5 }
candlewoodsuites.com. 205-620-0188. 1004 Balmoral Dr., 35007. P H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
hiexpress.com. 205-624-6488. 1000 Balmoral Dr., 35007. C H
SHELBY MOTOR LODGE
shelbymotorlodge.com. 205-663-1070. 1560 1st St. N, 35007.
ALEXANDER CITY { map G-8 }
AMERICAN INN
BEST WESTERN PLUS BESSEMER HOTEL & SUITES bestwestern.com. 205-481-1950. 5041 Academy Lane, 35022.
CPH
COMFORT INN
choicehotels.com. 205-428-3999. 5051 Academy Lane, 35022. C P
COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON
countryinns.com. 205-481-0007. 4985 Academy Ct., 35022. H
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BIRMINGHAM BESSEMER
BEST WESTERN PLUS CARLTON SUITES
bestwestern.com. 205-940-9990. 140 State Farm Pkwy., 35209.
CPH
BIRMINGHAM MARRIOTT
birminghammarriott.com. 205-968-3775. 3590 Grandview Pkwy., 35243. H
BUDGETEL BIRMINGHAM EAST budgetel.com. 205-991-0100. 5429 U.S. Hwy. 280E, 35242. PH
BUDGETEL INN & SUITES BIRMINGHAM AIRPORT
budgetel.com. 205-592-6110. 5101 Messer Airport Hwy., 35212. P H
BUDGETEL INN & SUITES BIRMINGHAM SOUTH budgetel.com. 205-637-3701. 1902 U.S. Hwy. 31S, 35244.
CANDLEWOOD SUITES BIRMINGHAM-HOOVER
ihg.com/candlewood. 205-991-0272. 600 Corporate Ridge Dr., 35242.
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COMFORT INN BIRMINGHAM IRONDALE
americaninnalexander.us. 256-329-8858. 4000 U.S. Hwy. 280, 35010. C P H
marriott.com/bhmbb. 205-277-1700. 4980 Academy Ct., 35022. C H
choicehotels.com. 205-957-0084. 4965 Montevallo Rd., 35210. C H
BOB WHITE MOTEL
HAMILTON INN
COMFORT INN & SUITES AT CROSSPLEX VILLAGE
256-234-4215. 930 Airport Dr., 35010.
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 256-234-6311. 3146 U.S. Hwy. 280, 35010. C P H
HAMPTON INN
hamptoninn.com. 256-234-2244. 1551 Elkahatchee Rd., 35010. C H
QUALITY INN
hamiltoninnbessemer.com. 205-425-2010. 4910 Civic Lane, 35022. C H
HIWAY HOST MOTEL
205-425-4352. 4301 Bessemer Super Hwy., 35020.
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 256-234-5900. 2945 Hwy. 280, 35010. C P H
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 205-424-2600. 5001 Academy Lane, 35022. C H
SUPER 8
MOTEL 6 BIRMINGHAM
super8.com. 256-392-7440. 4335 U.S. Hwy. 280, 35010. C P H
ALICEVILLE { map G-2 } VOYAGER INN MOTEL
205-373-6344. 150 Mobile Rd. NW (AL Hwy. 17S), 35442.
ANNISTON { map E-8 } AMERICAN INN
americaninnanniston.us. 256-2386565. 1015 U.S. Hwy. 431N, 36206. H
HOTEL FINIAL
hotelfinial.com. 256-236-0503. 1600 Quintard Ave., 36201. C H
KNIGHTS INN & SUITES
redlion.com/knights-inn. 256-8201000. 6220 McClellan Blvd., 36206. H
LENLOCK INN
256-820-1913. 6210 McClellan Blvd., 36206. P
motel6.com. 205-426-9646. 1000 Shiloh Lane, 35020. P H
choicehotels.com. 205-730-7800. 2341 Crossplex Blvd., 35208. C H
COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON BIRMINGHAMHOOVER
countryinns.com. 205-968-3700. 4400 Colonnade Pkwy., 35243. C H
COURTYARD BIRMINGHAM COLONNADE /GRANDVIEW marriott.com/bhmsc. 205-967-4466. 4300 Colonnade Pkwy., 35243. H
COURTYARD BIRMINGHAM DOWNTOWN AT UAB
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 205-428-3194. 5021 Academy Lane, 35022. C P H
marriott.com/bhmdw. 205-254-0004. 1820 5th Ave. S, 35233. H
SLEEP INN BESSEMER HELENA
COURTYARD BIRMINGHAM HOMEWOOD
choicehotels.com. 205-424-0000. 1259 Greenmor Dr., 35022. C P H
WOODSPRING SUITES BIRMINGHAM/BESSEMER
woodspring.com. 205-428-4140. 5535 Academy Way, 35022. P H
BIRMINGHAM { map E-6 } AMERICA’S BEST INN BIRMINGHAM/HOMEWOOD
205-945-5550. 251 Summit Pkwy., 35209. C P H
BEST WESTERN PLUS BIRMINGHAM INN & SUITES
bestwestern.com. 205-995-8586. 800 Corporate Ridge Dr., 35242. C H
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marriott.com/bhmhw. 205-879-0400. 500 Shades Creek Pkwy., 35209. H
COURTYARD BIRMINGHAM TRUSSVILLE
marriott.com/bhmtv. 205-661-2280. 3665 Roosevelt Blvd., 35235. H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM BIRMINGHAM
daysinn.com. 205-208-0317. 1485 Montgomery Hwy., 35216.
CPH
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM BIRMINGHAM/SUMMIT MALL
daysinn.com. 205-208-7733. 4627 U.S. Hwy. 280E, 35242.
CPH
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM BIRMINGHAM/WEST
daysinn.com. 205-208-7813. 905 11th Court W, 35204. C P H
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON BIRMINGHAM PERIMETER PARK
doubletree3.hilton.com. 205-967-2700. 8 Perimeter Park S, 35243. H
DRURY INN & SUITES BIRMINGHAM GRANDVIEW
druryhotels.com. 205-967-2450. 3510 Grandview Pkwy., 35243.
C PH
DRURY INN & SUITES LAKESHORE DRIVE
druryhotels.com. 205-940-9500. 160 State Farm Pkwy., 35209.
C PH
ECONO LODGE HOMEWOOD BIRMINGHAM choicehotels.com. 205-941-0990. 195 Oxmoor Rd., 35209. C H
ELYTON HOTEL, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION BY MARRIOTT
marriott.com. 205-731-3600. 1928 1st Ave. N, 35203. P H
EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON
birmingham.embassysuites.com. 205-879-7400. 2300 Woodcrest Pl., 35209. C P H
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA BIRMINGHAM/INVERNESS
extendedstayamerica.com. 205-408-0107. 101 Cahaba Park Cir., 35242. C P H
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA BIRMINGHAM - PERIMETER PARK SOUTH
extendedstayamerica.com. 205-967-3800. 12 Perimeter Park S, 35243. C P H
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA WILDWOOD
extendedstayamerica.com. 205-290-0102. 40 State Farm Pkwy., 35209. C P H
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES COLONNADE/GRANDVIEW
marriott.com. 205-969-7630. 3930 Colonnade Pkwy., 35243. C H
GRAND BOHEMIAN HOTEL MOUNTAIN BROOK, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION
kesslercollection.com/bohemianmountain-brook. 205-414-0505. 2655 Lane Park Rd., 35223. P H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES BIRMINGHAM/280 EASTEAGLE POINT
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 205-9810024. 6220 Farley Court, 35242. C H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES BIRMINGHAM-DOWNTOWNTUTWILER
thetutwilerhotel.com. 205-3222100. 2021 Park Pl., 35203. C H
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HAMPTON INN & SUITES BIRMINGHAM EAST IRONDALE
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 205-933-0444. 950 Old Grants Mill Rd., 35210. C H
HAMPTON INN BY HILTON BIRMINGHAM-COLONNADE 280
birminghamcolonnade.hamptoninn. com. 205-967-0002. 3400 Colonnade Pkwy., 35243. C H
HAMPTON INN BY HILTON BIRMINGHAM I-65/ LAKESHORE DRIVE
birminghamlakeshoredrive. hamptoninn.com. 205-313-2060. 30 State Farm Pkwy., 35209. C H
HAMPTON INN BY HILTON BIRMINGHAM/MOUNTAIN BROOK
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 205-870-7822. 2731 U.S. Hwy. 280, 35223. C H
HAMPTON INN BY HILTON BIRMINGHAM/TRUSSVILLE
birminghamtrussville.hamptoninn. com. 205-655-9777. 1940 Edwards Lake Rd., 35235. C H
HILTON BIRMINGHAM AT UAB hilton.com. 205-933-9000. 808 S. 20th St., 35205. P H
HILTON GARDEN INN DOWNTOWN
hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com. 205-322-7937. 250 18th St. S., 35233. H
HILTON GARDEN INN LAKESHORE DRIVE
hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com. 205-314-0274. 520 Wildwood Cir. N, 35209. H
HILTON GARDEN INN SE/ LIBERTY PARK
hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com. 205-503-5220. 2090 Urban Center Pkwy., 35242. H
HOLIDAY INN BIRMINGHAMAIRPORT
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ACCESSIBILITY
HOME2 SUITES DOWNTOWN
home2suites3.hilton.com. 205-322-7933. 250 18th St. S, 35233.
redmontbirmingham.com. 205-9576828. 2101 5th Ave. N, 35203. H
HAMPTON INN
HOMEWOOD LODGE
RELAX INN
CH
205-942-1263. 103 Greensprings Hwy., 35209.
HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON BIRMINGHAM DOWNTOWN NEAR UAB
HOME2 SUITES COLONNADE
marriott.com/bhmri. 205-731-9595. 821 20th St. S, 35205. C P H
HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON BIRMINGHAMSOUTH/INVERNESS
RODEWAY INN
birmingham.homewoodsuites.com. 205-995-9823. 215 Inverness Center Dr., 35242. C P H
HOTEL INDIGO BIRMINGHAM FIVE POINTS SOUTH - UAB
marriott.com/bhmhm. 205-943-0044. 50 State Farm Pkwy., 35209. C P H choicehotels.com. 205-836-5400. 9225 Parkway E, 35206. P H
SHERATON BIRMINGHAM HOTEL
calera.hamptoninn.com. 205-668-6565. 93 Metro Dr., 35040.
MOTEL 6
motel6.com. 205-668-0560. 11691 AL Hwy. 25, 35040. P H
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 205-668-3641. 357 CR 304, 35040. C P H
CHILDERSBURG { map F-7 }
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM CHILDERSBURG/SYLACAUGA
daysinn.com. 256-378-6007. 33669 U.S. Hwy. 280, 35044.
CPH
KEY WEST INN
ihg.com/hotelindigo. 205-933-9555. 1023 20th St. S, 35205. P H
marriott.com. 205-324-5000. 2101 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. N, 35203. P H
staykeywesthotels.com. 256-378-0337. 32210 U.S. Hwy. 280, 35044. C P H
HYATT PLACE BIRMINGHAM/ INVERNESS
SONESTA ES SUITES BIRMINGHAM
CLANTON { map H-6 }
hyattplacebirminghaminverness.com. 205-995-9242. 4686 U.S. Hwy. 280E, 35242. C P H
INTOWN SUITES EXTENDED STAY BIRMINGHAM HUFFMAN ROAD
intownsuites.com. 205-856-4929. 1100 Huffman Rd., 35215. H
INTOWN SUITES EXTENDED STAY BIRMINGHAM OXMOOR ROAD
intownsuites.com. 205-945-9154. 90 Oxmoor Rd., 35209. H
THE JOHN HAND CLUB & HOTEL
johnhandclub.com. 205-671-8235. 17 20th St. N, 35203. C
LA QUINTA INN BIRMINGHAMINVERNESS lq.com. 205-995-9990. 513 Cahaba Park Cir., 35242. C P H
QUALITY INN AIRPORT SOUTHEAST
home2suites3.hilton.com. 205-969-7631. 3920 Colonnade Pkwy., 35243. C P H
RESIDENCE INN BIRMINGHAM DOWNTOWN AT UAB
RESIDENCE INN BIRMINGHAM HOMEWOOD
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES BIRMINGHAM INVERNESS 280
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 205-957-0555. 811 Old Grants Mill Rd., 35210. C P H
relaxinnbirmingham.us. 205-5915575. 6101 1st Ave. N, 35212. H
birminghamdowntownnearuab. homewoodsuites.com. 205-703-9920. 1016 20th St. S, 35205. C F
MOTEL 6
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES BIRMINGHAMIRONDALE (EAST)
CALERA { map G-6 }
CPH
holidayinn.com. 205-909-1999. 5000 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. N., 35212. H
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 205-776-6370. 156 Resource Center Pkwy., 35242. C H
REDMONT HOTEL, CURIO COLLECTION BY HILTON
motel6.com. 205-942-9414. 151 Vulcan Rd., 35209. P H
choicehotels.com. 205-956-4100. 3910 Kilgore Memorial Dr., Irondale, 35210. C P H
QUALITY INN & SUITES HIGHWAY 280
choicehotels.com. 205-991-1055. 707 Key Dr., 35242. C H
RAMADA BY WYNDHAM BIRMINGHAM AIRPORT
wyndhamhotels.com. 205-719-1656. 5216 Messer Airport Hwy., 35212. H
sonesta.com. 205-991-8686. 3 Greenhill Pkwy., 35242. C P H
SPRINGHILL SUITES BIRMINGHAM COLONNADE marriott.com/bhmco. 205-969-8099. 3950 Colonnade Pkwy., 35243. C H
SPRINGHILL SUITES DOWNTOWN AT UAB
marriott.com/bhmsd. 205-322-8600. 2024 4th Ave. S, 35233. C H
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM HOMEWOOD BIRMINGHAM AREA super8.com. 205-945-9888. 140 Vulcan Rd., 35209. C P H
TOURWAY INN
tourwayinnbirmingham.us. 205-252-3921. 1101 6th Ave. N, 35203.
TRAVEL INN
BEST WESTERN INN
bestwestern.com. 205-280-1006. 801 Bradbury Lane, 35046. C P H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 205-755-1815. 2000 Big M Blvd., 35046. C P H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 205-280-1880. 815 Bradbury Lane, 35046. C H
INN OF CLANTON
innofclanton.com. 205-755-7829. 946 Lake Mitchell Rd., 35045.
CPH
KEY WEST INN
staykeywesthotels.com. 205-755-8500. 2045 7th St. S, 35045. C P H
SCOTTISH INNS
205-755-4049. 2301 7th St. S, 35046.
travelinnbham.com. 205-942-0919. 275 Oxmoor Rd., 35209.
COLUMBIANA { map G-6 }
USA ECONOMY LODGE HOMEWOOD OXFORD
alabama4hcenter.org. 205-669-4241. 892 4-H Rd., 35051. H
205-942-2031. 400 Beacon Pkwy. W, 35209.
ALABAMA 4-H CENTER
DADEVILLE { map H-8 }
USA ECONOMY LODGE IRONDALE
CREEKSIDE LODGE
205-730-3140. 7941 Crestwood Blvd., 35210.
creeksidelodgelakemartin.com. 256-307-1440. 6993 AL Hwy. 49S, 36853. C
THE WESTIN BIRMINGHAM
DELTA { map F-9 }
westinbirmingham.com. 205-307-3600. 2221 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. N, 35203. P H
BRENT { map G-5 }
CHEAHA STATE PARK LODGE alapark.com/cheaha-state-parkhotel. 256-488-5111. 2141 Bunker Loop (AL Hwy. 281), 36258. C H
WINDWOOD INN
windwoodinn.com. 205-926-4833. 2923 Main St., 35034. P
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WHERE TO STAY EUTAW { map H-3 }
HEFLIN { map E-9 }
ECONO LODGE
AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN
TRAVEL INN
HOMEWOOD { map F-6 }
CP
ALOFT BIRMINGHAM SOHO SQUARE
choicehotels.com. 205-374-0250. 1010 CR 208, 35462. C H 205-372-9363. 1080 CR 208, 35462.
FAIRFIELD { map F-5 } BUDGETEL FAIRFIELD
budgetel.com. 205-780-5155. 6400 Kelco Place, 35064. C P H
FULTONDALE { map E-6 } COMFORT INN & SUITES FULTONDALE GARDENDALE I-65
choicehotels.com. 205-439-6300. 1733 Fulton Rd., 35068. C H
COMFORT SUITES I-65 NEAR I-22
choicehotels.com. 205-259-2160. 1325 Old Walker Chapel Rd., 35068.
CH
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 205-849-0111. 616 Decatur Hwy., 35068. C P H
ECONO LODGE
redlion.com. 256-463-2900. 1957 Almon St., 36264. C P H
aloftbirminghamsohosquare.com. 205-874-8055. 1903 29th Ave. S, 35209. P H
CANDLEWOOD SUITES BIRMINGHAM/HOMEWOOD
ihg.com/candlewood. 205-769-9777. 400 Commons Dr., 35209. P H
COMFORT INN HOMEWOOD
choicehotels.com. 205-916-0464. 226 Summit Pkwy., 35209. C H
COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON
countryinns.com. 205-451-4000. 485 Wildwood Cir. N, 35209. C H
HOLIDAY INN BIRMINGHAM HOMEWOOD
ihg.com/holidayinn. 205-942-6070. 492 Wildwood Cir. N, 35209. H
INTOWN SUITES EXTENDED STAY VESTAVIA HILLS
HOLIDAY INN BIRMINGHAM - HOOVER
holidayinn.com. 205-682-2901. 2901 John Hawkins Pkwy., 35244. H
HOMEWOOD SUITES SW/RIVERCHASE-GALLERIA
birminghamswriverchasegalleria. homewoodsuites.com. 205-637-2900. 121 Riverchase Pkwy. E, 35244. C P H
HYATT PLACE BIRMINGHAM/HOOVER
hyattplacebirminghamhoover.com. 205-988-8444. 2980 John Hawkins Pkwy., 35244. P H
HYATT REGENCY BIRMINGHAM THE WYNFREY HOTEL hyattregencywynfrey.com. 205-705-1234. 1000 Riverchase Galleria, 35244. P H
lq.com. 205-403-0096. 120 Riverchase Pkwy. E, 35244. C P H
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
LA QUINTA BY WYNDHAM BIRMINGHAM HOMEWOOD
QUALITY INN
RENAISSANCE BIRMINGHAM ROSS BRIDGE GOLF RESORT & SPA
fultondaleal.hamptoninn.com. 205-439-6700. 1716 Fulton Rd., 35068. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES BIRMINGHAM NORTH - FULTONDALE
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 205-849-0047. 1701 Main St., 35068.
CH
LA QUINTA BY WYNDHAM FULTONDALE BIRMINGHAM NORTH
lq.com. 205-949-8700. 1207 Boots Blvd., 35068. C P H
GARDENDALE { map E-6 } BEST WESTERN
SUBURBAN EXTENDED STAY HOTEL
choicehotels.com. 205-943-0114. 500 Wildwood Cir. N, 35209. P H
HOOVER { map F-6 } COURTYARD BIRMINGHAM HOOVER
marriott.com/bhmho. 205-988-5000. 1824 Montgomery Hwy. S, 35244. H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM GALLERIA-BIRMINGHAM
birminghamleeds.hamptoninn.com. 205-702-4141. 310 Rex Lake Rd., 35094. C H
LINCOLN { map E-7 }
rossbridgeresort.com. 205-916-7677. 4000 Grand Ave., 35226. H
RESIDENCE INN BIRMINGHAM HOOVER
marriott.com/bhmrh. 205-733-1655. 2725 John Hawkins Pkwy., 35244.
CPH
IRONDALE { map E-6 } RED ROOF PLUS+ BIRMINGHAM EAST IRONDALE/AIRPORT
redroof.com. 205-956-3650. 1813 Crestwood Blvd., 35210. C P H
choicehotels.com. 205-548-3058. 850/A Speedway Industrial Dr., 35096. C P H daysinn.com. 205-469-8072. 945 Speedway Industrial Dr., 35096.
CPH
LINEVILLE { map F-8 } LINEVILLE MOTEL
256-396-5463. 89450 AL Hwy. 9, 36266.
LIVINGSTON { map I-2 } COMFORT INN
choicehotels.com. 205-652-4839. 141 Trucker Blvd., 35470. C P H
WESTERN INN MOTEL
205-652-9751. 401 AL Hwy. 28W, 35470. P
MARION { map H-4 } THE GATEWAY INN
334-683-9166. 1617 AL Hwy. 5S, 36756.
SLEEP INN & SUITES
sleepinn.com. 334-683-8600. 1605 AL Hwy. 5S, 36756. C H
NORTHPORT { map F-3 }
HAMPTON INN ANNISTON AREA
bestwestern.com. 205-339-5200. 2015 McFarland Blvd., 35476. C H
CH
205-339-3900. 2600 McFarland Blvd., 35476. I
EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON BIRMINGHAM HOOVER
facebook.com/Inn-Motel-RestaurantGreensboro-Alabama-1989563161266372. 334-624-3031. 1302 State St., 36744. P
HAMPTON INN
ECONO LODGE
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
THE INN MOTEL & RESTAURANT
daysinn.com. 205-699-9833. 1838 Ashville Rd., 35094. C P H
JACKSONVILLE
choicehotels.com. 205-822-6030. 1535 Montgomery Hwy., 35216. C H
GREENSBORO { map H-3 }
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 205-208-1461. 1800 Riverchase Dr., 35244. C P H
bestwestern.com. 205-631-1181. 842 Thompson St., 35071. C H
microtelinn.com. 205-631-6320. 850 Odum Rd., 35071. C H
redlion.com. 205-702-2700. 1093 Higrove Pkwy., 35094. C P H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES I-65
choicehotels.com. 205-945-9600. 155 Vulcan Rd., 35209. C P H
AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN LEEDS/BIRMINGHAM
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM BIRMINGHAM HOOVER
intownsuites.com. 205-988-9444. 1840 Southpark Dr., 35236. H
hoovermicrotel.com. 205-444-3033. 500 Jackson Dr., 35244. C H
HAMPTON INN BY HILTON BIRMINGHAM/FULTONDALE (I-65)
LEEDS { map E-6 }
COMFORT INN & SUITES
intownsuites.com. 205-942-1155. 424 Commons Dr., 35209. H
lq.com. 205-290-0150. 60 State Farm Pkwy., 35209. C P H
lanettsuites.hamptoninn.com. 334-576-5400. 4210 S. Phillips Rd., 36863. C H
INTOWN SUITES EXTENDED STAY SOUTHPARK DRIVE
choicehotels.com. 205-874-9689. 624 Decatur Hwy., 35068. C H marriott.com/bhmbf. 205-849-8484. 1795 Morris Ave., 35068. C H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES LANETT-WEST POINT
birminghamhoover.embassysuites. com. 205-985-9994. 2960 John Hawkins Pkwy., 35244. C H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES BY HILTON BIRMINGHAMHOOVER-GALLERIA
birminghamriverchasesuites. hamptoninn.com. 205-380-3300. 4520 Galleria Blvd., 35244. C H
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{ map D-8 }
jacksonvilleal.hamptoninn.com. 256-782-0330. 1041 JD&L Dr., 36265.
UNIVERSITY INN
BEST WESTERN CATALINA INN
BUDGET INN
ECONO LODGE INN & SUITES
universityinnjacksonville.com. 256-435-3300. 1530 Pelham Rd. S, 36265. C H
choicehotels.com. 205-330-0345. 1930 McFarland Blvd., 35476. C H
LANETT { map H-10 }
OXFORD { map E-8 }
ECONO LODGE
AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN
choicehotels.com. 334-768-3500. 12 E. 22nd St., 36863. C H
redlion.com. 256-835-0300. 3 Recreation Dr., 36203. C P H
C
BREAKFAST INCLUDED
P
PETS ALLOWED
COMFORT SUITES
choicehotels.com. 256-835-8873. 125 Davis Loop, 36203. C
COURTYARD ANNISTON OXFORD
marriott.com/bhmaa. 256-831-7995. 289 Colonial Dr., 36203. H
ECONO LODGE
choicehotels.com. 256-770-4212. 25 Elm St., 36203. C P
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES ANNISTON OXFORD
marriott.com/bhmfo. 256-831-1921. 143 Colonial Dr., 36203. C H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES
oxfordannistonsuites.hamptoninn. com. 256-831-8958. 210 Colonial Dr., 36203. C P H
HILTON GARDEN INN
oxfordanniston.hgi.com. 256-8310083. 280 Colonial Dr., 36203. H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 256-835-8768. 160 Colonial Dr., 36203. C P H
HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON
home2suites3.hilton.com. 256-831-7008. 300 Colonial Dr., 36203. C P H
KEY WEST INN
staykeywesthotels.com. 256-835-0185. 1207 AL Hwy. 21S, 36203. C P H
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
lq.com. 256-241-0950. 100 Colonial Dr., 36203. C P H
MOTEL 6
motel6.com. 256-831-5463. 210 Grace St., 36203. P H
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 256-835-2170. 161 Colonial Dr., 36203. C P H
RED CARPET INN
256-831-6082. 1007 AL Hwy. 21S, 36203. CPH
RED ROOF INN & SUITES redroof.com. 256-831-0860. 138 Elm St., 36203. C P H
SLEEP INN I-20
choicehotels.com. 256-770-4804. 88 Colonial Dr., 36203. C P
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
super8.com. 256-405-0930. 1600 AL Hwy. 21, 36203. C P H
PELHAM { map F-6 } BEST WESTERN PLUS OAK MOUNTAIN INN
bestwestern.com. 205-982-1113. 100 Bishop Cir., 35124. C H
H
ACCESSIBILITY
COMFORT SUITES PELHAM HOOVER I-65
choicehotels.com. 205-623-2911. 2235 Pelham Pkwy., 35124. C
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES BIRMINGHAM PELHAM/I-65
marriott.com/bhmfp. 205-987-9879. 230 Cahaba Valley Rd., 35124. C H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES BIRMINGHAM-PELHAM (I-65)
birminghampelham.hamptoninn. com. 205-313-9500. 232 Cahaba Valley Rd., 35124. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS BIRMINGHAM SOUTH
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 205-987-8888. 260 Cahaba Valley Rd., 35124. C H
PURSELL FARMS
pursellfarms.com. 256-208-7600. 386 Talladega Springs Rd., 35151.
PH
RED ROOF INN
redroof.com. 256-249-4321. 40770 U.S. Hwy. 280, 35150. P H
TOWNE INN
256-249-3821. 40860 U.S. Hwy. 280, 35150. P
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
DAYS INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM - UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
SLEEP INN
TRUSSVILLE { map E-6 }
WOODSPRING SUITES BIRMINGHAM PELHAM
woodspring.com. 205-444-3008. 101 Bishop Cir., 35124. P H
PIEDMONT { map D-9 } CITY HEART INN
256-447-9780. 333 Haslam St., 36272. P H
NIGHT IN THE MUSEUM HOTEL nightinthemuseum.com. 256-4732831. 75 Southern Blvd., 36272.
ROANOKE { map G-10 } BUDGET INN
334-863-4146. 701 U.S. Hwy. 431, 36274. H
KEY WEST INN
super8.com. 256-315-9511. 220 Haynes St., 35160. C P H
COMFORT INN & SUITES I-59 EXIT 141
choicehotels.com. 205-340-7319. 4740 Norrell Dr., 35173. C H
HILTON GARDEN INN BIRMINGHAM/TRUSSVILLE
hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com. 205-655-5222. 3230 Edwards Lake Pkwy., 35235. H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES BIRMINGHAM NE
hiexpress.com. 205-655-2700. 5911 Valley Rd., 35235. C H
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 205-352-4909. 4730 Norrell Dr., 35173. C P H
TUSCALOOSA { map G-4 } AMBASSADOR INN AND SUITES
ambassadorinnsuitestuscaloosa. us. 205-752-1992. 230 Skyland Blvd., 35405. C H
AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN
staykeywesthotels.com. 334-863-2100. 2983 U.S. Hwy. 431, 36274. C P H
redlion.com. 205-556-7950. 3501 McFarland Blvd., 35405. C P I
TRAVELER’S INN
baymontinns.com. 205-469-8716. 5021 Oscar Baxter Rd., 35403.
travelersinnroanoke.com. 334-863-4196. 286 U.S. Hwy. 431, 36274.
SYLACAUGA { map G-7 } HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 256-207-1511. 40743 U.S. Hwy. 280, 35150. C H
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 256-245-4141. 40 Curtis Liles Ct., 35151. C P H
COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON
COURTYARD
magnusonhotels.com/budget-inntalladega. 256-362-0900. 65600 AL Hwy. 77N, 35160.
RAMADA BY WYNDHAM
travelodge.com. 205-987-2233. 410 Oak Mountain Cir., 35124. C H
choicehotels.com. 205-553-4343. 3916 McFarland Blvd. E, 35405. C H
BUDGET INN & SUITES
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 256-362-7780. 240 Haynes St., 35160. C H
TRAVELODGE BY WYNDHAM PELHAM BIRMINGHAM
COMFORT SUITES NEAR UNIVERSITY
countryinns.com. 205-345-9999. 4801 McFarland Blvd. E, 35405. C H
choicehotels.com. 205-444-9200. 110 Cahaba Valley Pkwy., 35124. C H
choicehotels.com. 205-982-9800. 200 Southgate Dr., 35124. C F
centerstoneinntuscaloosa.com. 205-556-3232. 4700 Doris Pate Dr., 35405. C H
TALLADEGA { map F-7 }
QUALITY INN I-65 EXIT 246
ramada.com. 205-987-0444. 113 Cahaba Valley Pkwy. E, 35124. C H
CENTERSTONE INN & SUITES
BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM
CPH
BEST WESTERN UNIVERSITY INN
bestwestern.com. 205-556-9690. 3801 McFarland Blvd. E, 35405.
CPH
CANDLEWOOD SUITES
ihg.com/candlewood. 205-722-0999. 651 Skyland Blvd. E, 35405. P H
marriott.com/tclcy. 205-750-8384. 4115 Courtney Dr., 35405. H
daysinn.com. 205-722-6790. 1201 Skyland Blvd. E, 35405. C H
ECONO LODGE INN & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 205-345-1434. 4501 McFarland Blvd. E, 35405. C H
EMBASSY SUITES DOWNTOWN
embassysuites3.hilton.com. 205-561-2500. 2410 University Blvd., 35401. C H
FAIRFIELD INN
fairfieldinn.com/tclfi. 205-366-0900. 4101 Courtney Dr., 35405. C H
GREYSTONE INN & SUITES
greystoneinns.com. 205-556-3606. 11170 Will Walker Rd., Vance, 35490.
CPH
HAMPTON INN - EAST
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 205-562-9000. 6400 Interstate Dr., 35453. C H
HAMPTON INN - UNIVERSITY
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 205-553-9800. 600 Harper Lee Dr., 35404. C H
HILTON GARDEN INN
stayhgi.com. 205-722-0360. 800 Hollywood Blvd., 35405. H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES - UNIVERSITY
hiexpress.com. 205-464-4000. 1120 Veterans Memorial Pkwy., 35404. C H
HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON DOWNTOWN UNIVERSITY BOULEVARD
home2suites3.hilton.com. 205-349-2002. 2610 University Blvd., 35401. C P H
HOTEL CAPSTONE
hotelcapstone.com. 205-752-3200. 320 Paul W. Bryant Dr., 35401. H
HOTEL INDIGO
ihg.com/hotelindigo. 205-469-1660. 111 Greensboro Ave., 35401. P H
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hojo.com. 205-469-8401. 4808 Skyland Blvd. E, 35405. C P H
INTOWN SUITES EXTENDED STAY TUSCALOOSA – UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
intownsuites.com. 205-553-3828. 1650 Veterans Memorial Pkwy., 35404. H
RAMADA INN BY WYNDHAM
ramada.com. 205-759-4431. 631 Skyland Blvd. E, 35405. C H
RODEWAY INN
choicehotels.com. 205-556-5696. 4300 Skyland Blvd., 35405. C P
SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT
marriott.com/tclsh. 205-750-2003. 4020 Greensboro Ave., 35405. C H
THE JACK WARNER AT NORTHRIVER
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
CH
TRAVELODGE BY WYNDHAM TUSCALOOSA
thejackwarner.com. 205-343-4215. 2700 Yacht Club Way NE, 35406.
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
wyndhamhotels.com. 205-861-2500. 3920 McFarland Blvd. E, 35405.
CPH
MISTLETOE BOUGH
mistletoebough.com. 256-329-3717. 497 Hillabee St., 35010. 1890 Queen Anne Victorian home located on 1.5 acres. Antique furnishings offer retreat into years gone by, making the visit unforgettable. Minutes from Lake Martin.
ANNISTON { map E-8 } PARKER HOUSE BED AND BREAKFAST
wyndhamhotels.com/travelodge. 205-409-3080. 4122 McFarland Blvd. E, 35405. C P H
parkerbnb.com. 256-405-9262. 330 E. 6th St., 36207. Nestled on I-20 halfway between Atlanta and Birmingham at the foot of Coldwater Mountain and the start of the Chief Ladiga Trail, the Parker House in historic Anniston is the perfect place to relax in one of the South’s most beautiful and inviting homes.
WINGATE BY WYNDHAM
SPRINGWOOD INN
super8.com. 205-758-8878. 4125 McFarland Blvd. E, 35405. C H
woodspring.com. 205-633-3799. 4600 Doris Pate Dr., 35405. PH
springwoodinn.com. 843-384-2618. 1301 Booger Hollow Rd., 36207. Also known as the 1822 Noble-Woodruff Home, listed on the Register of Alabama’s Historical Homes. Located on 20 acres, the home is historical, romantic, elegant and private.
microtelinn.com. 205-632-7454. 1417 Veterans Memorial Pkwy., 35404. C P H
VALLEY { map H-10 }
BIRMINGHAM { map E-6 }
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM TUSCALOOSA - EAST
QUALITY INN VALLEY – WEST POINT
choicehotels.com. 334-756-2000. 3645 55th St., 36854. C P H
COBB LANE BED AND BREAKFAST
MASTERS INN
mastersinntuscaloosaalabama.com. 205-556-2010. 3600 McFarland Blvd., 35405. C P H
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM NEAR UNIVERSITY
microtelinn.com. 205-632-7423. 6331 Interstate Dr., Cottondale, 35453. C P H
MOTEL 6
motel6.com. 205-759-4942. 4700 McFarland Blvd. E, 35405.
PH
OLE’ ENGLISH INN
wingatehotels.com. 205-632-7404. 4918 Skyland Blvd. E, 35405.C P H
WOODSPRING SUITES TUSCALOOSA
VESTAVIA HILLS { map F-6 }
RED ROOF INN BIRMINGHAM SOUTH
redroof.com. 205-822-2224. 1466 Montgomery Hwy., 35216. P H
WEDOWEE { map F-9 }
oleenglishinn.com. 205-553-3640. 3100 University Blvd. E, 35404. H
OLDE ENGLISH INN MOTEL
QUALITY INN
YORK { map I-1 }
choicehotels.com. 205-759-9878. 4541 Jug Factory Lane, 35405. C H
256-357-2817. 121 Main St., 36278. P
AMERICA’S BEST INN YORK
stayinns.com. 205-392-9675. 17700 AL Hwy. 17N, 36925. C P H
Amenities vary by location and region. To learn the full range of options available, call your desired destination directly before you leave.
THE STATE’S OUTDOORS DRAWS MORE THAN HUMANS. BUTTERFLIES AND EAGLES LIKE IT TOO. EAGLES NEST AT LAKE GUNTERSVILLE AS BUTTERFLIES CONCLUDE SUMMER AT THE PURDY BUTTERFLY HOUSE.
ALEXANDER CITY { map G-8 }
CHEROKEE BEND BED & BREAKFAST
cherokeebendbb.com. 805-794-1300. 5833 Hwy. 22, 35010. A rusticthemed inn within the historical, riverine and wooded Alexander City. Choose from our creatively designed rooms, delightful menu and exciting amenities.
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EUTAW { map H-3 } EVERHOPE PLANTATION
everhopeplantation.com. 205-500-0780. 11334 AL Hwy. 14, 35462. Restored 1852 plantation house, furnished with period antiques, represents a classic example of Greek Revival architecture during the antebellum era. Eight unique bedrooms.
GREENSBORO { map H-3 } BLUE SHADOWS BED & BREAKFAST
airbnb.com/rooms/5568311. 334-624-3637. 11265 AL Hwy. 14, 36744. Two rooms plus a three-room secluded guesthouse. Peaceful location with many amenities, including nature trails, bridges, fish pond, barn, country auctions. Near Auburn Rural Studio project, Native American mounds, antebellum homes.
THE JOHNSTON-TORBERT HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST
facebook.com/johnstontorbert house. 334-352-5271. 1101 South St., 36744. The Johnston-Torbert House is a fine example of a Federal-style house built in 1828. The house is furnished with period antiques. The rooms are furnished with period beds and Peacock Alley linens. Enjoy a full Southern-style breakfast.
cobblanebandb.com. 205-918-9090. 1309 19th St. S, 35205. Birmingham’s only bed-and-breakfast National Historic Register home from 1898. Victorian antiques, opulent decorations, impeccable hospitality. Favorably reviewed by The New York Times.
MONTEVALLO { map G-5 }
HASSINGER DANIELS MANSION BED AND BREAKFAST
FOX & PHEASANT BED & BREAKFAST INN
facebook.com/HassingerDaniels Mansion. 205-930-5800. 2028 Highland Ave. S, 35205. Near UAB, UAB Hospital and Kirklin Clinic in historic district that boasts restaurants and evening entertainment. Historic inn accommodates 2–4 guests per bedroom. Private en suite bathrooms. Four rooms with claw-footed tubs and showers. Two guest rooms with private balconies.
COLUMBIANA { map G-6 } BED & BREAKFASTS
create a warm, inviting, special feeling. The firepit in the living room adds a unique touch, too.
COLUMBIANA INN, BED AND BREAKFAST
columbianainn.com. 205-669-1450. 306 E. College St., 35051. A beautifully restored 1889 Victorian home converted to a B&B with six guest rooms, all with private baths, within easy walking distance of historic downtown Columbiana’s museums, restaurants and shops.
DADEVILLE { map H-8 } PARADISE BED & BREAKFAST ON LAKE MARTIN
lakemartinbnb.com. 256-770-7777. 98 Rainbow Rd., 36853. We hope you will enjoy your visit in our cozy home as much as we love living here. Our childhood memorabilia and antiques
foxandpheasantinn.com. 205-6653080. 540 Shelby St., 35115. 1915 restored English manor-style home combines modern comforts with the graceful architecture of the past. Choose one of four sumptuous bedrooms, and have a delicious breakfast in the morning.
ROANOKE { map G-10 } THE DANNER’S BED & BREAKFAST
facebook.com/The-Danners-Bedand-Breakfast-159040924111025. 334-863-8418. 1241 CR 26, 36274. Enjoy your first cup of coffee on the front porch while watching the sunrise. Stay four nights, and the fifth night is free. Offers a family-style breakfast and your favorite dish. We host dress-up tea parties and ladies’ luncheons. Near antiques shops.
TUSCALOOSA { map G-4 } BAMA BED & BREAKFAST
bamabedandbreakfast.com. 205-750-0990. 46 Sherwood Dr., 35401. Located just two blocks from Bryant-Denny Stadium. Built in 1823, this antebellum home offers seven unique suites. Hosts weddings and events as well as guest stays.
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LANETT { map H-10 } SOUTHERN HARBOR RESORT & MARINA
southernharbor.com. 334-644-3881. 1133 CR 294, 36863. The 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom cottages located on the marina grounds come with equipped kitchens, satellite TV, towels, linens and grills. They are pet-friendly and have a deck that overlooks beautiful West Point Lake.
LIVINGSTON { map I-2 } COVEY RUN LODGE
courtesy of Pursell Farms
airbnb.com/rooms/15597696. 205292-2725. 182 McCainville Rd., 35470. A beautiful, gated country home situated on 400+ acres of rolling Black Belt prairie. The home is very modern, while exemplifying the rural lifestyle. Guided hunts, horseback rides and fishing available as well as hosting weddings. Pursell Farms in Sylacauga
CABINS, COTTAGES, CONDOS & VACATION HOMES Amenities vary by location and region. To learn the full range of options available, call your desired destination directly before you leave.
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WIND CREEK STATE PARK CABINS
alapark.com/wind-creek-state-park. 256-329-0845. 4325 AL Hwy. 128, 35010. Seven cozy, waterfront camping cabins on beautiful Lake Martin are available year-round. Three are dog friendly. Reservations recommended.
BIRMINGHAM { map E-6 } OSTER GOLF HOUSES
ostergolfhouses.com. 504-444-8681. 497 Sunbelt Pkwy., 35211. Designed for groups to be pampered. Relax at one of three homes located on the same street at Robert Trent Jones at Oxmoor Valley. Features include a pool table, putting green and many other upscale amenities. Can accommodate groups of 4–20.
BRIERFIELD { map G-5 } BRIERFIELD IRONWORKS STATE PARK CABINS
brierfieldironworks.org/lightseycabin. 205-665-1856. 240 Furnace Pkwy., 35035. Two rustic, renovated 1800s-era log cabins—the Hubbard and Lightsey cabins—at historic Brierfield Ironworks. Both cabins have a furnished kitchen, living room with fireplace, bathroom and heating/air conditioning.
DADEVILLE { map H-8 } LAKEMARTIN360
lakemartin360.com. 678-480-3926. 175 Sunset Point Dr., Units 722 & 741 Lakeview Ridge, 36853. Two condos with golf course or waterfront views of Lake Martin in beautiful Stillwaters Resort. Perfect for a family vacation, reunion or Auburn football weekend.
STILLWATERS COURTSIDE LODGE
stillwatersgolf.com/lodging. 256825-7021. 797 Moonbrook Dr., 36853. Located at Stillwaters Golf Course adjacent to the driving range. Each private unit is comfortably appointed with two double beds, one bath, dorm-size refrigerator, coffee pot and cable television.
DELTA { map F-9 } CHEAHA MOUNTAIN CABINS & CHALETS
alapark.com/cheaha-state-parkchalets, alapark.com/cheaha-statepark-cabins. 256-488-5115. 2141 Bunker Loop, 36258. Choose from a cabin on the western bluff of Mt. Cheaha, a pet-friendly cozy cabin, cabins that sleep four guests or a honeymoon cabin in a romantic wooded setting secluded from the main loop. Each of the five rustic chalets with vaulted ceilings and panoramic views sleeps four.
CHEAHA’S BALD ROCK LODGE alapark.com/cheaha-state-parkbald-rock-lodge. 256-488-5885. 2141 Bunker Loop (AL Hwy. 281), 36258. Lodge used for group rentals only. Wedding, meeting and group retreats. Twelve private bedrooms. Sleeps 32.
LAKEWOOD
airbnb.com/rooms/25338978. 35470. Lakewood has been home to 8 generations of the same family. Built in 1832, it has all of the historical charm that you would imagine.
MIMOSA RIDGE CABIN RENTALS
mimosaridge.com. 334-341-1865. 2684 McDowell Rd., 35470. Mimosa Ridge offers five cabins that sit 60 ft. above the Tombigbee River with breathtaking views. Cabins feature hardwood floors, private decks, kingsize beds, full kitchens, satellite TV, high-speed internet and all the fresh air you can breathe.
MARION { map H-4 } DONAVAN INN
donavanlakes.org. 334-247-2098. 2131 CR 38, 36756. A well-appointed, restored 1890 farm home with interesting landscaping and small flower garden. A quiet place to relax, fish, enjoy nature and observe the activities of a working farm. A destination adventure in rural Alabama awaits you.
MOORE-WEBB-HOLMES PLANTATION
airbnb.com/rooms/26871401. 205292-6356. 28011 AL Hwy. 14, 36756. Stay overnight at an authentic 1830’s Federal/Greek Revival antebellum farm house. Enjoy a personal tour of the historic grounds, which has more than 20 farm buildings. Explore the large scenic yard, relax with a drink, birdwatch and admire the deer that often roam around in the afternoons.
MCCALLA { map F-5 } TANNEHILL IRONWORKS HISTORICAL STATE PARK CABINS
retrace historic roadways. Artifacts of Alabama’s 19th-century iron industry displayed in the Iron and Steel Museum put in perspective the massive stone furnaces, Tannehill’s awe-inspiring centerpiece.
PELHAM { map F-6 } OAK MOUNTAIN STATE PARK CABINS
alapark.com. 205-620-2524. 200 Terrace Dr., 35124. Ten fully equipped cabins are open yearround. Beautiful lake views. Two cabins are dog friendly.
PIEDMONT { map D-9 } GRANDMA WHITE’S HOUSE
airbnb.com/rooms/18192795. 256-447-8811. Hughes St., 36272. This 1940s cozy house that brings back old charm has two bedrooms and one bath with a large backyard and sunroom. The house is adjacent to the Chief Ladiga Trail and Eubanks Welcome Center. Bison specialty meals are available upon request.
SYLACAUGA { map G-7 } PURSELL FARMS
pursellfarms.com. 256-208-7600. 386 Talladega Springs Rd., 35151. Featuring 12 luxury suites, our cottages are the essence of simple elegance and comfort set amid scenic mountains and sparkling lakes.
SUNSET COTTAGES
256-598-0535. 198 Martin Rd., 35151. Choose one of five fully furnished, one-bedroom cottages on beautiful Lay Lake.
TALLADEGA { map F-7 } TALLADEGA CREEKSIDE RESORT
talladegacreekside.com. 256-362-9053. 760 Lake Whitland Dr., 35160. Pet-friendly cabins sleep 2–10. All include kitchens and are stocked with linens and towels. Tubing and kayaking rentals also available.
YURT RENTALS
256-589-5377. 950 Willingham Rd., 35160. Yurts available for rent on Logan Martin Lake. Voted the best top 20 yurts in the United States.
TUSCALOOSA { map G-4 } BAMA LAKESIDE RETREAT
bamabedandbreakfast.com. 205-750-0990. Various locations., 35405. The lakeside retreat includes six suites, game room, indoor heated pool, outdoor pool, pier fishing and Wi-Fi. Other game day and vacation rentals available year-round. Pet-friendly options.
tannehill.org/cabins.html. 205-477-5711. 12632 Confederate Pkwy., 35111. Restored log cabins convenient to hiking trails that
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L aunch a wilderness adventure or a virtual mission to the moon in the same region that inspired some of America’ s greatest musicians. Waterfalls? Check. Caves? Check. Canyons carved by rushing water? Check. North Alabama promises a slew of natural wonders, many on display and accessible in places such as DeSoto State Park, Cathedral Caverns State Park, Little River Canyon National Preserve, Noccalula Falls Park and the Walls of Jericho, to name a handful. Prefer seeing the beauty with a dash of luxury? Then take it all in from the veranda of The Lodge at Gorham’s Bluff. Jesse Owens and Helen Keller grew up in this same region, where rocket scientists and musicians made history. Shake, rattle and roll to blues pianist W.C. Handy’s birthplace (below), as well as to music studios that ignited the careers of multiple chart toppers. In Huntsville, the U.S. Space & Rocket Center puts Alabama’s role in the nation’s space program on display.
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SMELL The aromas of the north linger in the air like an eagle hanging on the breeze. You whiff one, then move, and another takes its place. At recently renovated Constitution Hall Park, where 44 delegates signed Alabama’s Constitution in 1819, fumes from heating iron waft from the blacksmithing shop, encouraging visitors to poke their heads into the historic building to see what the smith is forging. It’s a different odor than the smoky-sweet one you get while roasting marshmallows over a campfire in Bankhead National Forest.
Turn your attention to manmade intricacy at Ave Maria Grotto near Cullman. Using cement, beads, broken plates and other items, Brother Joseph Zoettl, a Benedictine monk of St. Bernard Abbey, replicated in miniature many of the world’s religious sites, including those mentioned in the Bible. In Mooresville, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, survey the whole town, but notice particularly its post office, the state’s oldest one still operating.
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T he rush of a roaring river. T he smell of wood burning in a cabin’ s fireplace. A towering rocket aimed at the moon. B arbecue slathered in tangy white sauce. T he soft cloth that will be sewn into home fashions or ready- to- wear designs desired the world over. Y es, the state’ s northern stretch engages eyes, ears, noses, mouths and hands with all that is found within its perfect balance of hip cities and pristine backwoods.
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Left to right: Constitution Hall Historic Park & Museum in Huntsville, Ave Maria Grotto in Cullman, Gorham’s Bluff in Pisgah, horseback riding in Mentone
Long before I learned to do a sum in arithmetic or describe the shape of the earth, Miss Sullivan had taught me to find beauty in the fragrant woods, in every blade of grass, and in the curves and dimples of my baby sister’s hand. —Helen Keller. She wrote this as part of her autobiography, The Story of My Life. In Tuscumbia, tour her birthplace and touch the well where she learned her first word.
FEEL Grasp the horn wrapped tightly in leather as you climb into the saddle for a horseback ride from Shady Grove Dude Ranch into its 800 wooded acres. The horse moves calmly down the path, its gait an easy clip-clop that loosens and stretches your own legs and hips. It feels good to explore northeast Alabama from this new perspective. Near Steele, gain a bit of altitude, as you clamber among the rocks at Horse Pens 40. Here, avid rock climbers appreciate the awesome holds and solid boulders that have a reputation for being among the best in the South. Almost due north, Lake Guntersville offers a welcome dip in the summer, during which the water temperature is often about 15 degrees cooler than the air temperature. Usually, that puts the water at 75 to 80 degrees.
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Left to right: Odette in Florence, Mooresville Post Office, Rosenbaum House in Florence, Belle Chevre in Elkmont
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SURVEY THE ITEMS LEFT BY TRAVELERS AT UNCLAIMED BAGGAGE IN SCOTTSBORO.
INHALE THE CRISP MOUNTAIN AIR AT BUCK’S POCKET STATE PARK NEAR GROVE OAK.
OGLE AUTUMN’S CHANGING LEAVES ALONG THE WARPATH RIDGE TRAIL IN HUNTSVILLE.
SAVOR ORANGE PINEAPPLE ICE CREAM FROM TROWBRIDGE’S IN FLORENCE.
Odette is the obvious choice in the area to please the refined palate. Although located in Florence, far from the from Gulf Coast, this unpretentious neighborhood restaurant won the Alabama Seafood Cook-off last year. Chef Roman Jacobsen took the honors with a Gulf snapper escabeche and Kalamata olive causa. Whet your appetite with pimento cheese deviled eggs, then satisfy it completely with a cheeseburger made with house-ground local beef. Neighboring Sheffield presents recently opened Red Clay Table, which native son and CSCA Cordon Bleu graduate Alan Phillips opened. His menu emphasizes Southern flavors with an international twist. Think caramelized pork served over coconut rice.
HEAR Gorham’s Bluff overlooks the Tennessee River, which in Florence and Sheffield native tribes called “the singing river.” Listen to its gurgle from a creaking rocking chair on The Lodge’s porch. Of course there’s plenty of singing to be heard in the region thanks to the Shoals studios. In Decatur, laughter resounds from Point Mallard Water Park.
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GO BEHIND THE SCENES. HEAR ANECDOTES. GET THE INSIDE STORY. GUIDED TOURS unlock the secrets of people and places. A t R osenbaum House in Florence, follow an ex perienced interpreter to learn about the architectural intricacies of the only Frank L loyd Wright-designed structure in the state. T he U sonian-style home w as built for new lyw eds S tanley and M ildred R osenbaum, and then, in k eeping w ith the intention of U sonian architecture ( build small but allow for later grow th) , w as ex panded w hen the couple had four sons. Wright’ s design ethic “ form and function are one” w ould apply in such a busy household. T hroughout the tour, the docent ex plains w hy Wright made the decisions he did w ith regard to w indow s, doors, furniture, lighting and more. T ours last about 4 5 minutes.
S M A L L-T OW N H IG H L IG H T S E x plore beyond the popular cities, and get to know other towns that offer ex cellent reasons to stop and stay awhile. Florence Once you’ve checked out the music by touring the studios and birthplace of W.C. Handy, turn your attention to other celebrity figures. Designers Billy Reid and Natalie Chanin have flagship stores, showcasing their latest fashions. In nearby Tuscumbia, visit Ivy Green, the birthplace of Helen Keller, to tour her home and in June and July to watch “The Miracle Worker” play. Decatur With its newly opened $32 million Cook Museum of Natural Science and famous Alabama Jubilee hot air balloon festival, there’s a lot more to do in Decatur than eat barbecue. Still, it’s known for having some of the best. Besides creating Alabama’s famous white sauce, Big Bob Gibson’s has won the prestigious Memphis in May barbecue competition five times. Athens Come to Athens for its events, the annual Athens Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention. The latter attracts more than 15,000 people each October to Athens State University. While there, pop into Founders Hall to see the Altar of the New Testament, woodcarvings that took 12 years to complete. Before leaving the area, detour to Elkmont’s Belle Chevre, internationally known for its handcrafted goat cheeses.
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ATTRACTIONS BY EXIT Grab your state map to find these attractions at the following highway exits. Please call attractions for specific directions.
POINT MALLARD PARK Decatur, I-65 Exit 340 AVE MARIA GROTTO Cullman, I-65 Exit 308 SHRINE OF THE MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT, OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS MONASTERY Hanceville, I-65 Exit 292
Marinas are listed on page 170. Visit alabama.travel for additional attractions.
U.S. SPACE & ROCKET CENTER Huntsville, I-565 Exit 15 RTJ GOLF TRAIL AT HAMPTON COVE, Huntsville, I-565 Exit 17 DESOTO STATE PARK Fort Payne, I-59 Exit 218 NOCCALULA FALLS Gadsden, I-59 Exit 188 BOAZ SHOPPING Boaz, I-59 Exit 183
COVERED BRIDGES Oneonta, I-59 Exit 166 RUSSELL CAVE NATIONAL MONUMENT, Bridgeport, US Hwy. 72 UNCLAIMED BAGGAGE Scottsboro, U.S. Hwy. 72 WALLS OF JERICHO Scottsboro, U.S. Hwy. 72 W.C. HANDY BIRTHPLACE, MUSEUM AND LIBRARY, Florence, U.S. Hwy. 72
ASHVILLE { map D-6 } ASHVILLE MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES
ALABAMA’S FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT ROSENBAUM HOUSE MUSEUM Florence, U.S. Hwy. 72 ALABAMA MUSIC HALL OF FAME Tuscumbia, U.S. Hwy. 72 HELEN KELLER’S BIRTHPLACE AND HOME Tuscumbia, U.S. Hwy. 72 NATCHEZ TRACE PARKWAY Cherokee, U.S. Hwy. 72
ALABAMA VETERANS MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES
stclairco.com. 205-594-2128. 78 6th Ave., 35953.
alabamaveteransmuseum.com. 256-771-7578. 100 Pryor St. W, 35611.
ALBERTVILLE MUSEUM
JOHN LOONEY PIONEER HOUSE MUSEUM
THE ALTAR OF THE NEW TESTAMENT AND FOUNDERS HALL
cityofalbertville.com/community/albertvillemuseum-1286. 256-878-0605. 610 W. Main St., 35950.
stclairco.com. 205-594-2116. 4187 Greensport Rd. (CR 24), 35953.
SPRING HAVEN STABLES
THE JOHN W. INZER MUSEUM, INC.
BIG SPRING PARK
stclairco.com. 205-594-2116. 229 5th St., 35953.
athensal.us/facilities. 256-233-8740. 100 N. Beaty St., 35611.
ARAB { map C-5 }
OLD ASHVILLE MASONIC LODGE AND MATTIE LOU TEAGUE CROW MUSEUM
DONNELL HOUSE
stclairco.com. 205-594-2116. 7th St., 35953.
donnellhouse.net. 239-249-2211. 601 1/2 S. Clinton St., 35611.
ATHENS { map A-4 }
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN ATHENS
ALBERTVILLE { map C-6 }
facebook.com/springhavenstables. 205-617-1537. 216 Hustleville Rd., 35951.
ARAB HISTORIC VILLAGE
arabcity.org. 256-586-6397. 224 City Park Dr. NE, 35016.
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN ARAB
downtownarab.com. 256-586-0345. 50 N. Main St., 35016.
ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY athens.edu. 256-233-8100. 300 N. Beaty St., 35611.
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athens.edu/campus-buildings. 256-233-8215. Athens State University, 300 N. Beaty St., 35611.
athensmainstreet.org. 256-232-9040. 107 N. Jefferson St., 35611.
HOUSTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM
houstonhomeathensal.com. 256-233-8770. 101 N. Houston St., 35611.
LIMESTONE COUNTY CANOE & KAYAK TRAIL
visitathensal.comc/canoe-and-kayak-trail.html. 256-232-5411. Route begins at Elkmont.
FREEDOM HILLS WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA
colbertcountytourism.org, alabamaforeverwild.com. 256-383-0783. 4200 White Pike, 35616.
COURTLAND HISTORIC DISTRICT
256-637-2710. Heritage Museum, College St., 35618.
CULLMAN { map C-4 }
RANGE351
NATCHEZ TRACE PARKWAY
AVE MARIA GROTTO
ATTALLA { map D-6 }
CLEVELAND { map D-5 }
BIG WILLS OUTFITTERS
KING’S BEND SCENIC OVERLOOK
CLARKSON COVERED BRIDGE AND PARK
defensiveapplications.com. 256-874-2500. 19880 Yarbrough Rd., 35613.
bigwillsoutfitters.com. 256-538-3226. 2881 Wesson Gap Rd., 35954.
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN ATTALLA
attallacity.com. 256-538-1872. 420 4th St. NW, 35954.
TIGERS FOR TOMORROW AT UNTAMED MOUNTAIN
tigersfortomorrow.org. 256-524-4150. 708 CR 345, 35954.
BLOUNTSVILLE { map D-5 } BLOUNTSVILLE HISTORICAL PARK
blountsvillehistoricalsociety.com. 205-429-2468. 71406 Main St., 35031.
SPRING VALLEY BEACH WATER PARK
nps.gov/natr. 256-383-0783. 3204 Natchez Trace Pkwy., 35616.
blountoneontachamber.org, blountedc.com. 205-274-2153. U.S. Hwy. 231, one mi. north of Cleveland, 35049.
SWANN COVERED BRIDGE
blountoneontachamber.org. 205-274-2153. 1590 Swann Bridge Rd., Cleveland, 35049.
COLLINSVILLE { map C-7 } MUSEUM OF COLLINSVILLE HISTORY 256-524-2135. 113 W. Main St., 35961.
COURTLAND { map B-3 } COURTLAND HERITAGE MUSEUM
northalabama.org. 256-637-2707. 252 College St., 35618.
avemariagrotto.com. 256-734-4110. 1600 Saint Bernard Dr. SE, 35055.
cullmancountyparks.com/clarkson.html. 256-739-2916. 1240 CR 1043, 35057.
CROOKED CREEK CIVIL WAR MUSEUM visitcullman.org. 256-739-2741. 516 CR 1127, Vinemont, 35179.
CULLMAN COUNTY MUSEUM
cullmancountymuseum.com. 256-739-1258. 211 2nd Ave. NE, 35055.
CULLMAN DEPOT
cullmancountymuseum.com. 256-739-1258. 301 1st Ave. NE, 35055.
EVELYN BURROW MUSEUM
burrowmuseum.org. 256-352-8457. 801 Main St. NW (on the campus of WSCC), Hanceville, 35077.
springvalleybeach.com. 205-429-2075. 2340 CR 55, 35031.
BRIDGEPORT { map A-8 } BRIDGEPORT DEPOT MUSEUM
facebook.com/bridgeportdepot. 256-495-4020. 116 Soulard Square, 35740.
RUSSELL CAVE NATIONAL MONUMENT nps.gov/ruca. 256-495-2672. 3729 CR 98, 35740.
CEDAR BLUFF { map C-8 } CANYON MOUTH PARK
nps.gov/liri/planyourvisit/canyon-mouth-park.htm. 256-845-9605. 1200 CR 275, 35960.
CORNWALL FURNACE PARK ccparkboard.com. 256-927-3668. 1200 CR 251, 35960.
CENTRE { map C-8 } CHEROKEE COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
museumatcentrealabama.com. 256-927-7835. 101 E. Main St., 35960.
TERRAPIN CREEK
outdooralabama.com. 256-927-8455. AL Hwy. 9, 35960.
WEISS LAKE
cherokee-chamber.org. 256-927-8455. U.S. Hwys. 411 & 68, AL Hwy. 9, 35960.
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CHEROKEE KAYAK TRAIL
colbertcountytourism.org. 256-359-4959. 3780 Old Lee Hwy., 35616.
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facebook.com/funzonecullman. 256-735-0704. 1635 Main Ave. SW, 35055.
VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK
cullmanveteranspark.com. 256-734-3052. 1544 Sportsman Lake Rd., 35055.
HURRICANE CREEK PARK
WEISS COTTAGE
SHRINE OF THE MOST BLESSED SACRAMENT
WELTI FALLS
cullmanrecreation.org. 256-734-9157. 22600 U.S. Hwy. 31N, Vinemont, 35179.
olamshrine.com. 205-271-2917. 3222 CR 548, Hanceville, 35077.
SKYDIVE ALABAMA
skydivealabama.com. 256-736-5553. 228 CR 1360, Vinemont, 35179.
SMITH LAKE PARK
cullmancountymuseum.com. 256-739-1258. 1st Ave. SE, 35055. cullmanchamber.org. 256-734-0454. 3372 CR 703, 35055.
DANVILLE { map B-4 } OAKVILLE INDIAN MOUNDS EDUCATION CENTER
oakvilleindianmounds.com. 256-905-2499. 1219 CR 187, 35619.
cullmancountyparks.com. 256-739-2916. 403 CR 386, 35057.
DECATUR { map B-4 }
SPORTSMAN LAKE PARK
CARNEGIE VISUAL ARTS CENTER
cullmancountyparks.com. 256-734-3052. 1544 Sportsman Lake Rd. NW, 35055.
carnegiearts.org. 256-341-0562. 207 Church St. NE, 35601.
STONY LONESOME OHV PARK
COOK MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE
stonylonesomeohv.us. 256-287-1133. 10075 AL Hwy. 69, Bremen, 35033.
BANKHEAD NATIONAL FOREST
fs.usda.gov/alabama. 205-489-5111. 1070 AL Hwy. 33N, 35553.
SIPSEY WILDERNESS AREA fs.usda.gov/alabama. 256-489-5111. Bankhead National Forest, 35553.
ELKMONT { map A-4 } BELLE CHEVRE CHEESE SHOP & TASTING ROOM
bellechevre.com. 256-732-3577. 18849 Upper Fort Hampton Rd., 35620
FORT HAMPTON OUTFITTERS
forthamptonoutfitters.com. 256-431-8988. 28890 AL Hwy. 127, 35620.
RICHARD MARTIN RAILS TO TRAIL
americantrails.org/resources/richard-martinnational-recreation-trail-limestone-county-alabama. 256-216-3425. Piney Chapel Rd., Athens, 35614.
cookmuseum.org. 256-351-4505. 133 4th Ave. NE, 35601.
FACKLER { map A-7 }
DECATUR CIVIL WAR WALKING TOUR
NEVERSINK PRESERVE
DELANO PARK
FALKVILLE { map C-4 }
HISTORIC BANK STREET
ECHOTA CHEROKEE INTERPRETIVE CENTER
decaturcvb.org. 256-350-2028. 925 Bank St. NE, 35602.
delanopark.org. 256-341-4930. 825 Gordon Dr. SE. decaturcvb.org. 800-524-6181. Bank St. NE, 35601.
HISTORIC RAILROAD DEPOT MUSEUM decaturparks.com. 256-565-3788. 701 Railroad St., NW, 35601.
MORGAN COUNTY ARCHIVES
co.morgan.al.us/archivesindex.html. 256-351-4726. 624 Bank St. NE, 35601.
OLD DECATUR AND ALBANY HISTORIC DISTRICTS
decaturcvb.org. 256-350-2028. Bank St. NE & Gordon Dr. SE, 35602.
THE OLD STATE BANK
decaturparks.com. 256-350-5060. 925 Bank St. NE, 35601.
POINT MALLARD PARK
pointmallardpark.com. 256-341-4900. 2901 Point Mallard Cir. SE, 35601.
RHODES FERRY PARK/CHEROKEE TRAILHEAD
decaturparks.com. 256-341-4930. 100 Market St., NW, 35601.
WHEELER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE/VISITOR CENTER fws.gov/wheeler. 256-350-6639. 3121 Visitor Center Rd., 35603.
DORA { map E-3 } ALABAMA MINING MUSEUM 205-648-2442. 120 East St., 35062.
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DOUBLE SPRINGS { map C-3 }
8/16/18 1:41 PM
scci.org/preserves/neversink. 423-771-9671. Off CR 264 8 mi. north of Hollywood, 35746.
256-734-7337. 630 CR 1281, 35622.
FAYETTE { map E-2 } FAYETTE ART MUSEUM
fayetteartmuseum.vpweb.com. 205-932-8727. 530 Temple Ave. N, 35555.
FAYETTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND DEPOT MUSEUM
facebook.com/fayettehistoricalsocietyanddepot museum. 205-270-0519. 202 Temple Ave. S, 35555.
GOLDEN EAGLE SYRUP
goldeneaglesyrup.com. 205-932-5294. 205 1st Ave. SE, 35555.
FLORENCE { map A-2 } CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF THE SHOALS facebook.com/childrensmuseumoftheshoals. 256-284-7107. 2810 Darby Dr., 35630.
DEIBERT PARK
visitflorenceal.com. 256-760-6416. Corner of Darby Dr. & Cox Creek Pkwy., 35630.
FLORENCE INDIAN MOUND MUSEUM facebook.com/florenceindianmoundmuseum. 256-760-6427. 1028 S. Court St., 35630.
FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT ROSENBAUM HOUSE MUSEUM wrightinalabama.com. 256-718-5050. 601 Riverview Dr., 35630.
KENNEDY-DOUGLASS CENTER FOR THE ARTS
kdartcenter.org. 256-760-6379. 217 E. Tuscaloosa St., 35630.
MUSCLE SHOALS NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA
msnha.una.edu. 256-765-5028. 468 N. Court St., 35630.
POPE’S TAVERN MUSEUM
visitflorenceal.com. 256-760-6439. 203 Hermitage Dr., 35630.
SACRED WAY SANCTUARY
sacredwaysanctuary.org. 256-648-0582. 4409 CR 200, 35633.
W.C. HANDY BIRTHPLACE, MUSEUM AND LIBRARY
visitflorenceal.com. 256-760-6434. 620 W. College St., 35630.
FORT PAYNE { map B-8 }
Experience Something AMAZING at the
Cook Museum of Natural Science!
ALABAMA FAN CLUB AND MUSEUM thealabamaband.com. 256-845-1646. 101 Glenn Blvd. SW, 35967.
ALABAMA BAND STATUES
fortpayne.org. 256-845-3957. Gault Ave. & 4th St. N, 35967.
COOK SOUND STUDIOS
jeffcook-AGB.com. 256-845-2286. 1419 Scenic Rd. E, 35967.
DESOTO STATE PARK/DESOTO FALLS alapark.com/desoto-state-park. 256-845-5380. 7104 DeSoto Pkwy. NE, 35967.
Splash into Summer at
Point Mallard Park!
DISCOVER SOMETHING
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TRUE ADVENTURE SPORTS T.A.S.
THE FACTORY
THE HOSIERY MUSEUM
GADSDEN { map D-7 }
GADROCK MICROGYM
fortpaynedepotmuseum.com. 256-845-5714. 105 5th St. NE, 35967. landmarksdekalbal.org. 256-845-6888. 512 Gault Ave. N, 35967.
LITTLE RIVER CANYON CENTER
canyoncenter.org. 256-845-3548. 4322 Little River Trail NE (GPS: 472 AL Hwy. 35), 35967.
LITTLE RIVER CANYON NATIONAL PRESERVE/LITTLE RIVER FALLS
nps.gov/liri. 256-845-9605. 4322 Little River Trail NE, Ste. 100 (GPS: 472 AL Hwy. 35), 35967.
ONE WORLD ADVENTURE
oneworldadventure.org. 256-634-8370. Various locations, 35967.
ORBIX HOT GLASS
orbixhotglass.com. 256-523-3188. 3869 CR 275, 35967.
SCREAMING EAGLE AERIAL ADVENTURE
desotozipline.com. 256-886-3761. 7104 Desoto Pkwy NE, 35967.
trueadventuresports.com. 256-997-9577. 13102 AL Hwy. 176, 35967.
climbgadrock.com. 256-312-8185. 1403 Rainbow Dr., 35901.
BLACK CREEK TRAILS
noccalulafallspark.com/black-creek-trail. 256-549-4663. 1600 Noccalula Rd., 35904.
GADSDEN MUSEUM OF ART
CENTRAL-CARVER LEGACY MUSEUM centralcarver.org. 256-549-4742. 1030 Tuscaloosa Ave., 35901.
facebook.com/divelandpark. 256-492-4455. 401 Websters Chapel Rd., Glencoe, 35905.
DOWNTOWN GADSDEN, INC.
HISTORIC MORT GLOSSER AMPHITHEATER
HOSPITAL BOULDERS
EMMA SANSOM MONUMENT
greatergadsden.com. 256-549-4674. S. 1st St. & Broad St. intersection, 35901. etowahhistory.org. 256-549-4674, 256-515-0040. 2829 W. Meighan Blvd., 35904.
CLIFF Billingsley
noccalulafallspark.com. 256-549-4663. 1500 Noccalula Rd., 35902.
greatergadsden.com. 256-549-4680. 90 Walnut St., 35902.
downtowngadsden.com. 256-547-8696. 635 Broad St., 35901.
#gowiththeflo
gadsdenmuseum.com. 256-546-7365. 515 Broad St., 35901.
GILLILAND-REESE COVERED BRIDGE
DIVE LAND PARK
ETOWAH HERITAGE MUSEUM
thefactorygadsden.com. 256-312-8974. 100 Thomas Dr., 35904.
seclimbers.com/project/hospitalboulders. Scenic Dr., 35904.
IMAGINATION PLACE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
culturalarts.com/imagination-place. 256-543-2787. 501 Broad St., 35901.
Food // Fashion // FRESH AIR // FUNKY
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INNOVATIVE VIRTUAL REALMS
WALNUT GALLERY
JAMES D. MARTIN WILDLIFE PARK
GRANT { map B-6 }
innovativevirtualrealms.com. 256-438-5525. 620 Banks St., Unit F, Glencoe, 35905.
walnutgallery.org. 256-328-2836. 806 Walnut St., 35901.
cityofgadsden.com. 256-549-4680. Behind Gadsden Mall, 35901.
CATHEDRAL CAVERNS STATE PARK alapark.com. 256-728-8193. 637 Cave Rd., Woodville, 35769.
LOOKOUT MOUNTAIN PARKWAY drivelookoutmountain.com. 256-549-4680. Begins at Noccalula Falls Park and ends in Chattanooga, TN, 35904.
GROVE OAK { map B-7 } NOCCALULA FALLS PARK
MARY G. HARDIN CENTER FOR CULTURAL ARTS
noccalulafallspark.com. 256-549-4663. 1500 Noccalula Rd., 35904. Start of World’s Longest Yard Sale. 90-ft. waterfall, miniature train ride, hiking/biking trails, mini-golf, campground, pioneer village.
culturalarts.org. 256-543-2787. 501 Broad St., 35901.
NICHOLS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
neags.com. 256-490-4683. 1 Cabot Ave., 35904.
OLA LEE MIZE PATRIOTS PARK
greatergadsden.com. 256-549-4663. 1296 Noccalula Rd., 35904.
THE RIVERWALK AT COOSA LANDING 256-549-4680. 802 S. Albert Rains Blvd., 35901.
BUCK’S POCKET STATE PARK
alapark.com. 800-252-7275. 393 CR 174, 35975.
HIGH FALLS PARK
seehighfalls.com. 256-659-4683. 969 CR 144, 35975.
GUIN { map D-2 } GUIN HAYDEN RILEY PARK/GUIN WATERPARK guinal.org. 205-468-3736. 245 CR 16, 35563.
SPIRIT OF AMERICAN CITIZENSHIP MONUMENT greatergadsden.com. 256-549-0351. U.S. Hwy. 411 & Riverside Dr., 35901.
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GUNTERSVILLE { map C-6 }
HARTSELLE { map B-4 }
GUNTERSVILLE CITY HARBOR
HARTSELLE DOWNTOWN DISTRICT
guntersvilleal.org. 256-571-7560. 201 Blount Ave., 35976.
GUNTERSVILLE HAUNTED HISTORY TOURS
guntersvillehhtours.wixsite.com/ghostwalk. 395 U.S. Hwy. 431, 35976.
GUNTERSVILLE LAKE AND DAM tva.gov. U.S. Hwy. 431, 35976.
GUNTERSVILLE MUSEUM
hartsellechamber.com. 256-773-4370. Main St., 35640.
HARTSELLE MILITARY MUSEUM & FOUNDATION, INC.
militarymuseum.tripod.com/homepage.html. 256-227-7308. 109 Hickory St. SE, 35640.
HISTORIC DEPOT BUILDING
hartsellechamber.com. 256-773-4370. 110 Railroad St. SW, 35640.
MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART MEMORIAL
ALTITUDE TRAMPOLINE PARK altitudehuntsville.com. 256-690-5005. 6275 University Dr., NW, 35806.
BENTON H. WILCOXON MUNICIPAL ICE COMPLEX
hsviceplex.org. 256-883-3774. 3185 Leeman Ferry Rd., 35801.
BIG SPRING PARK
huntsvilleal.gov. 256-883-3754. 200 Church St. NW, 35801.
BROWN BEAR LLC CANOE AND KAYAK RENTALS
hartselle.org. 256-773-2581. Adams St., 35640.
facebook.com/BrownBearLLC. 256-885-6546. 107 A Michael Dr., 35811.
LAKE GUNTERSVILLE STATE PARK
HILLSBORO { map B-3 }
BULLET & BARREL
SCREAMING EAGLE ZIPLINES
POND SPRING, THE GENERAL JOE WHEELER HOME
guntersvillemuseum.org. 256-571-7597. 1215 Rayburn Ave., 35976. alapark.com. 256-571-5444. 1155 Lodge Dr., 35976. lakeguntersvillezipline.com. 256-886-2517. 1155 Lodge Dr., 35976.
UNPHILTERED KAYAKING
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/pondspring/pond spring.aspx. 256-637-8513. 12280 AL Hwy. 20, 35643.
unphilteredkayaking.com. 256-270-3080. 4309 Morrow St., 35976.
HOLLY POND { map C-5 }
HACKLEBURG { map C-2 }
ccpls.com. 256-796-5226. 60 Lions Park Rd., 35083.
BEAR CREEK CANOE RUN
facebook.com/Bear-Creek-CanoeRun-210364739127704. 205-993-4459. 36676 U.S. Hwy. 43, 35564.
HAMILTON { map C-1 } BROWN POTTERY & SONS
jerrybrownpottery.com. 205-921-9483. 166 Boyett Dr., 35570.
GUY HUNT LIBRARY AND MUSEUM
bulletandbarrel.com. 256-384-4867. 3252 Leeman Ferry Rd. SW, 35801.
BURRITT ON THE MOUNTAIN
burrittonthemountain.com. 256-536-2882. 3101 Burritt Dr., 35801.
THE CAMP AT MIDCITY DISTRICT explorethecamp.com. 256-763-7877. 5909 University Dr., 35806.
CAMPUS NO. 805
HUNTSVILLE { map B-5 }
campus805.com. 256-519-6212. 2620 Clinton Ave., 35805.
10TH CAVALRY BUFFALO SOLDIER’S MEMORIAL
CIVIL AXE THROWING
huntsville.org. 256-551-2230. 2800 Popular Ave., 35810.
ALABAMA CONSTITUTION HALL HISTORIC PARK & MUSEUM earlyworks.com. 256-564-8100. 109 Gates Ave., 35801.
civilaxethrowing.com. 256-655-2257. 2620 Clinton Ave. #210, 35805.
DOWNTOWN HUNTSVILLE CRAFT BEER TRAIL
huntsville.org/restaurants-breweries/downtownhuntsville-craft-beer-trail. 256-551-2230. 500 Church St., 35801.
Visit Earth’s largest space museum!
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RocketCenterUSA
Huntsville Make the Visitor Center your first stop. While you’re there pick up attraction discounts, grab the free All-Star Sports pass and spark your creative side with the Art Pass. Don’t forget to take your #RocketCitySelfie and follow it up with visits to the local attractions!
Huntsville Museum of Art
U.S. Space & Rocket Center
EarlyWorks Children’s Museum
Burritt on the Mountain
Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment
Huntsville Botanical Garden
huntsville.org
Huntsville CVB
@Go2Huntsville AL
VisitHuntsvilleAL
Smart, southern and oh so charming. Visit Huntsville. 500 Church Street NW, Suite One, Huntsville, AL 35801 | 800-SPACE-4-U | Hours: Monday - Saturday 9 am-5 pm Sunday Noon-5 pm
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T ake off for an out- of- this world 3 6 hours where rocket scientists helped put man on the moon, craft beer is a favorite beverage and creative ventures abound.
THEN+NOW Friday
AFTERNOON Numerous hotels are going up in the city, but the one that has folks packing their pajamas is the new AC Hotel by Marriott, located downtown across from the Von Braun Center. It is the only such Marriott property in the state, plus a stay comes with incredible views of Big Spring Park from some guest rooms, meeting rooms, and a second-floor terrace bar. The hotel’s central location makes it an ideal pad from which to launch your weekend. EVENING From April to September, if the Minor League baseball team is in town, go watch the Rocket City Trash Pandas play. Their inaugural season throws its first pitch this year. If it’s off-season or the team is on the road, head to Stovehouse. This multi-purpose dining and entertaining complex appeals to adults seeking an easy evening of locally owned gourmet restaurants (crepes, ramen, Mexican, Italian, Mediterranean and others), yard games, fun murals for selfies
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F or 5 0 years, the U .S. Space & R ocket C enter has been educating the public about the nation’ s space program. T he center began in 1 9 7 0 when D r. W ernher von B raun floated the idea for a permanent ex hibit of space program hardware, including space suits.
and “Instagram spots,” live music, and drinks on the rooftop. All this amusement occupies and gives new life to a former stove factory, thus the complex’s name. Campus No. 805 presents a similar option for a night out. Here, two breweries, Straight to Ale and Yellowhammer Brewing, anchor the experience housed in a former school; they’re also two of the 11 breweries on the Huntsville Craft Beer Trail. Complete a beer trail card to earn a Trail Boss bottle opener.
Saturday
MORNING After breakfast, hit another trail. Follow the Spaces and Places Sculpture Trail to see public art throughout the city. Many of the pieces are rotated
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is a must-do, as is standing below an actual Saturn V rocket, suspended above your head. “Good Morning America” staff named it one of the Seven Wonders of America. Watch a 3-D, space-related movie in the National Geographic Theater, meet real rocket scientists and generally marvel at the displays that interpret the history and future of NASA. EVENING At the city’s highly regarded restaurants, treat yourself to their dishes that made Eat Huntsville’s 2019 list of top 100 things to eat, including Chicken Fried Chicken Plate at 1892 East; Buttermilk Fried Chicken at Commerce Kitchen; Grilled Free Range Chicken Paillard at Cotton Row; and Butternut Squash Ravioli at Pane e Vino. Cleanse your palate with a divine Lemon Lava Cake from Grille 29.
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MORNING From the top of Monte Sano Mountain, watch the city come to life. Descend by noon when the Huntsville Museum of Art opens; Andy Warhol’s “Moonwalk” makes a fitting conclusion to this Rocket City visit.
OPPOSITE, FROM LEFT: A SCIENTIST ANSWERS QUESTIONS AT THE U.S. SPACE & ROCKET CENTER, PEOPLE OF ALL AGES ENJOY THE ACTIVITIES AT STOVEHOUSE; THIS PAGE, FROM TOP: SERVING DECADENT SWEETS AT PIZZELLE’S CONFECTIONS INSIDE LOWE MILL, THE DAMSON AQUATIC GARDEN AT THE HUNTSVILLE BOTANICAL GARDEN
regularly, so it’s rarely the same artistic eye candy twice. If outer space is more your thing, then step into the moonboot prints of Alan Shepard, the first American to travel into space. They’re located in a concrete sidewalk behind Alabama Constitution Hall Park. From there, drive what local blogger Buzz Huntsville has dubbed the North Alabama Rocket Trail. It leads to retired rockets and things that look like rockets, from the Ardmore Welcome Center to the Children’s Garden at the Huntsville Botanical Garden and finally to Rocket Park at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. AFTERNOON Established in 1970, the U.S. Space & Rocket Center turns 50 this year. Join the celebration by visiting the center and engaging with its interactive exhibits and programs. The planetarium www.alabama.travel | 147
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DOWNTOWN HUNTSVILLE CRAFT COFFEE TRAIL
huntsville.org/restaurants-breweries/downtownhuntsville-craft-coffee-trail. 256-551-2230. 500 Church St., 35801.
EARLYWORKS CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
HISTORIC HUNTSVILLE DEPOT
LOWE MILL ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
THE HISTORIC LOWRY HOUSE
LUCKY DUCK SCAVENGER HUNT
earlyworks.com/huntsville-depot-museum. 256-564-8100. 320 Church St., 35801. historiclowryhouse.com. 256-489-9200. 1250 Kildare St. NW, 35801.
lowemill.net. 256-533-0399. 2211 Seminole Dr. SW, 35805.
huntsville.org. 256-551-2230. 500 Church St., 35801.
MIDCITY HUNTSVILLE
earlyworks.com. 256-564-8100. 404 Madison St., 35801.
midcityhuntsville.com. 256-489-4157. 5901 University Dr., 35806.
FORREST STAND UP PADDLING
MONTE SANO STATE PARK
forrestpaddleboarding.com. 256-690-7000. 1000 Hobbs Island Rd., 35803.
www.alapark.com/monte-sano-state-park. 256-534-6589. 5105 Nolen Ave., 35801.
FOUNDATIONS OF FAITH TRAIL huntsville.org. 256-551-2230. Begins at 500 Church St., 35801.
NORTH ALABAMA CANOE & KAYAK
nacktrips.com. 256-529-0357. 1143 Moontown Rd., Brownsboro, 35741.
HARMONY PARK SAFARI
harmonyparksafari.com. 256-723-3880. 431 Clouds Cove Rd. SE, 35803.
HUNTSVILLE BOTANICAL GARDEN
HARRISON BROTHERS HARDWARE harrisonbrothershardware.com. 256-536-3631. 124 Southside Square, 35801.
HIGH POINT CLIMBING AND FITNESS HUNTSVILLE
highpointclimbing.com/huntsville. 938-200-8330. 1020 Nunnahsae Park Dr. NW, 35806.
VISIT ALABAMA.TRAVEL/EXPERIENCEALABAMA/SCIENCE-AND-DISCOVERY LET YOUR CURIOSITY LEAD YOU TO SCIENCEFORWARD EVENTS, PLACES AND FUN.
hsvbg.org. 256-830-4447. 4747 Bob Wallace Ave., 35805. From nature lovers and horticulture enthusiasts to family fun seekers, this 112-acre garden, open year-round, has something for everyone to enjoy.
NORTH ALABAMA RAILROAD MUSEUM northalabamarailroadmuseum.com. 256-851-6276. 694 Chase Rd. NE, 35811.
ROCKAXE CITY THROWING CLUB
rockaxecity.com. 256-428-1515. 105 Washington St., SE, 35801.
HUNTSVILLE ESCAPE ROOMS
SELF-GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC DISTRICTS
HUNTSVILLE MUSEUM OF ART
STATE BLACK ARCHIVES RESEARCH CENTER & MUSEUM
hsvmuseum.org. 256-535-4350. 300 Church St. SW, 35801.
aamu.edu. 256-372-4283. Alabama A&M University, 35810.
LAND TRUST OF NORTH ALABAMA
STOVEHOUSE
huntsvilleescaperooms.com. 256-469-8428. 604-C Madison St. SE, 35801.
landtrustnal.org. 256-534-5263. 2707 Artie St. SW, Ste. 6, 35805.
huntsville.org. 256-551-2230. 500 Church St., 35801.
stovehouse.com. 256-801-2424. 3414 Governors Dr. SW, 35805.
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TOPGOLF
topgolf.com/us/huntsville. 256-270-4667. 6100 Topgolf Dr. NW, 35806.
U.S. SPACE & ROCKET CENTER rocketcenter.com. 256-837-3400. 1 Tranquility Base, 35805.
U.S. VETERANS MEMORIAL MUSEUM memorialmuseum.org. 256-883-3737. 2060-A Airport Rd., 35801.
WEEDEN HOUSE MUSEUM
weedenhousemuseum.com. 256-536-7718. 300 Gates Ave., 35801.
X-GOLF
xgolfhuntsville.com. 256-715-8785. 2500 Clinton Ave. W., Ste. C, 35805.
JASPER { map D-3 } BANKHEAD HOUSE & HERITAGE CENTER
bhandhc.org. 205-302-0001. 611 8th Ave., 35501.
CARL ELLIOTT HOUSE MUSEUM
bscc.edu/community-resources/carl-elliott-housemuseum. 205-387-0511, ext. 5748. 1700 Birmingham Ave., 35501.
OLD UNION CROSSING COVERED BRIDGE
WILSON LAKE
cloudmont.com. 256-634-4344. 721 CR 614, 35984.
fishwilsonlake.com. 256-383-0783. Wilson Dam, 3790 Reservation Rd., 35661.
SHADY GROVE DUDE RANCH
NATURAL BRIDGE { map D-2 }
facebook.com/shadygroveduderanchmentone alabama. 256-634-4027, 824 CR 948, 35984.
TOWN OF MOORESVILLE
OAKVILLE { map B-4 }
LAWRENCE COUNTY ARCHIVES AND HISTORICAL BUILDING
JESSE OWENS MEMORIAL PARK AND MUSEUM
lawrencecoarchives.com. 256-974-1757. 698 Main St., 35650.
jesseowensmemorialpark.com. 256-974-3636. 7019 CR 203, 35619.
MUSCLE SHOALS { map A-2 }
ONEONTA { map D-5 }
FAME RECORDING STUDIO
fame2.com. 256-381-0801. 603 E. Avalon Ave., 35661.
PATHWAYS: WALK THROUGH THE HISTORY OF MUSCLE SHOALS cityofmuscleshoals.com. 256-383-5675. City Hall, 2010 E. Avalon Ave., 35661.
TVA RESERVATION
CHEROKEE ROCK VILLAGE
facebook.com/naturalbridgealabama. 205-486-8449. AL Hwy. 13, 35577.
MOULTON { map B-3 }
WALKER COUNTY LAKE
LEESBURG { map C-7 }
WINSTON COUNTY CONFEDERATE SOLDIERS MONUMENT
mooresvilleal.com. 256-355-2683. Mooresville Exit 2 off I-565, 35649.
ROCK OF AGES TRAIL
outdooralabama.com/alabama-public-fishinglakes-pfls/walker-county-pfl. 205-221-1801. 4227 Walker Co. Lake Rd., 35501.
northalabama.org. 205-486-5330. Intersection of AL Hwy. 278W & CR 3500, 35577.
MOORESVILLE { map B-4 }
SMITH DAM
apcshorelines.com. 205-384-7385. 640 Powerhouse Rd., 35504.
NATURAL BRIDGE OF ALABAMA
blountmuseum.org. 205-625-6905. 204 2nd St. N, 35121.
DOWNTOWN ONEONTA
oneontabusinessassociation.com. Downtown, 35121.
EASLEY COVERED BRIDGE
colbertcountytourism.org. 256-383-0783. Various sites, 35661.
blountoneontachamber.org. 205-274-2153. 440 Easley Bridge Rd., 35121.
HORTON MILL COVERED BRIDGE
tva.gov/sites. 256-386-2601. 1010 Reservation Rd., 35661.
WILSON DAM
BLOUNT COUNTY MEMORIAL MUSEUM
blountoneontachamber.org. 205-274-2153. 25 Covered Bridge Cir., 35121.
tva.gov/sites/wilson.htm. 800-882-5263. 3985 Reservation Rd., 35660.
ccparkboard.com/parks/cherokee-rock-village. 256-523-3799. 2000 CR 70, 35983.
YELLOW CREEK FALLS
cherokee-chamber.org. 256-927-8455. AL Hwy. 273, 35983.
Your Trip Begins with the
Mountains & Lakes of Northeast Alabama!
LEIGHTON { map A-2 } LAGRANGE COLLEGE SITE PARK & ANTEBELLUM CEMETERY
lagrangehistoricsite.com. 256-446-9324. 1491 LaGrange College Rd., 35646.
MADISON { map B-5 } ANCIENT WARS MUSEUM
ancientwarsmuseum.org. 256-325-0595. 30030 Burgreen Rd., 35756.
INSANITY COMPLEX
insanitycomplex.com. 256-319-0000. 100 Skate Park Dr., 35758.
TRAINS ON MAIN SCAVENGER HUNT
trainsonmain.com. 256-325-8317. 130 Park Square Lane, 35758.
MENTONE { map B-8 }
FISHING • GOLFING SHOPPING CIVIL WAR HISTORY
CLOUDMONT SKI RESORT
cloudmont.com. 256-634-4344. 721 CR 614, 35984.
DOWNTOWN MENTONE
visitlookoutmountain.com/play/shopping. 888-805-4740. Mentone area, 35984.
MIRACLE POTTERY
miraclepottery.com. 256-635-6863. 7871 AL Hwy. 117, Valley Head, 35989.
Jackson County, Alabama Tourism 407 East Willow Street Scottsboro, AL 35768 800.259.5508 [email protected] mountainlakeschamberofcommerce.com
Road Tour
• Visiting every state and unique attractions along the way
• Fun contests and giveaways at festivals across the country
• Showcasing many wonderful, weird and crazy treasures we have discovered over the years
• Love Luggage paint days to benefit foster children
509 West Willow Street Scottsboro, AL 35768 256.259.1525 Updated Road Tour info at www.unclaimedbaggage.com
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PALISADES PARK
UNCLAIMED BAGGAGE CENTER
COLBERT COUNTY COURTHOUSE
OWENS CROSS ROADS { map B-6 }
WALLS OF JERICHO
COLDWATER FALLS/SPRING PARK
huntsvilleal.gov. 256-427-5116. Taylor Rd. & Terry Drake, 35763.
SHEFFIELD { map A-2 }
COLDWATER STAGECOACH STOP
PELL CITY { map E-6 }
facebook.com/Cypress-MoonStudios-264452283736691. 256-335-6961. 1000 Alabama Ave., 35660.
blountcountypark.com. 205-274-0017. 1225 Palisades Pkwy., 35121.
GOLDSMITH SCHIFFMAN WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN PELL CITY pell-city.com. 205-338-3377. 1917 Cogswell Ave., 35125.
LAKESIDE PARK
pell-city.com/lakeside-park. 205-338-9713. 2801 Stemley Bridge Rd., 35128.
unclaimedbaggage.com. 256-259-1525. 509 W. Willow St., 35768.
alabamaforeverwild.com/walls-jericho. 256-259-5500. AL Hwy. 79, Estillfork, 35745.
CYPRESS MOON STUDIOS
EARL “PEANUTT” MONTGOMERY MUSIC MUSEUM colbertcountytourism.org. 256-284-5283. 505 N. Raleigh Ave., 35660.
HISTORIC SHEFFIELD & WALKING TOURS
PHIL CAMPBELL { map C-2 }
visitsheffieldal.com. 256-383-0783. 600 N. Montgomery Ave., 35660.
DISMALS CANYON
MUSCLE SHOALS SOUND STUDIO
dismalscanyon.com. 205-993-4559. 901 CR 8, 35581.
PISGAH { map B-7 } PISGAH GORGE
muscleshoalssoundstudio.org. 256-978-5151. 3614 Jackson Hwy., 35660.
OLD RAILROAD BRIDGE
townofpisgah.com/attractions. 256-451-3232. CR 374.
oldrailroadbridge.com. 256-383-0783. 2100 Ashe Blvd., 35660.
RAGLAND { map E-6 }
PICKWICK LAKE
TEN ISLANDS HISTORICAL PARK
alabamabirdingtrails.com/sites/ten-islands-historicalpark. 205-472-0481. 16157 AL Hwy. 144, 35131.
fishpickwicklake.com. 256-383-0783. Riverfront Park, 1316 Alabama Ave., 35660.
RIVERFRONT PARK
RED BAY { map B-1 }
visitsheffieldal.com. 256-386-5615. 1416 Alabama Ave., 35660.
RED BAY MUSEUM
WHIPPOORWILL PARK
ROGERSVILLE { map A-3 }
STEELE { map D-6 }
JOE WHEELER STATE PARK
HORSE PENS 40 PARK AND CAMPGROUNDS
redbaymuseum.org. 256-356-8758. 110 4th St. SE, 35582.
alapark.com/joe-wheeler-state-park. 256-247-5466. 4401 McLean Dr., 35652.
WHEELER LAKE SCENIC CRUISES scenicwheelerlake.com. 256-335-2187. 4405 McLean Dr., 35652.
RUSSELLVILLE { map B-2 } BEAR CREEK LAKES
bearcreeklakes.com. 256-332-4392. 1111 CR 88, Hodges, 35571.
ROCK BRIDGE CANYON EQUESTRIAN PARK
visitsheffieldal.com. 256-383-0783. 1201 N. Montgomery Ave., 35660.
STEVENSON RAILROAD DEPOT MUSEUM
cityofstevensonalabama.com/depot-museum. html. 256-437-3012. 207 W. Main St., 35772.
SYLVANIA { map B-7 } DEKALB COUNTY PUBLIC FISHING LAKE sylvaniaalabama.com/lake.htm. 256-657-1300. 720 Michael Rd. (CR 194), 35988.
doublehead.com. 256-685-9267. 145 CR 314, 35672.
TUSCUMBIA { map A-2 }
HELEN KELLER’S BIRTHPLACE AND HOME
helenkellerbirthplace.org. 256-383-4066. 300 N. Commons St. W, 35674.
HISTORIC TUSCUMBIA & WALKING TOUR
visittuscumbiaal.com. 256-383-0783. Corner of Main & 6th Sts., 35674.
KEY UNDERWOOD COON DOG MEMORIAL CEMETERY
coondogcemetery.com. 256-412-5970. 4945 Coon Dog Cemetery Rd., Cherokee, 35616.
RATTLESNAKE SALOON
rattlesnakesaloon.net. 256-370-7220, 256-370-7218. 1292 Mt. Mills Rd., 35674.
TENNESSEE VALLEY MUSEUM OF ART tvaa.net. 256-383-0533. 511 N. Water St., 35674.
TUSCUMBIA DEPOT AND ROUNDHOUSE
cityoftuscumbia.org. 256-389-1357. 204 W. 5th St., 35674.
VERNON { map E-1 } LOCAL HISTORY ROOM AND MUSEUM 205-695-7718. 44425 AL Hwy. 17, 35592.
alapark.com. 205-647-9692. 370 Rickwood Park Rd., 35180.
WATERLOO { map A-1 } EDITH NEWMAN CULVER MEMORIAL MUSEUM
visitflorenceal.com. 256-767-6081. 501 Main St., 35677.
WOODVILLE { map B-6 } STEPHENS GAP CALLAHAN CAVE PRESERVE saveyourcaves.org/preserve/stephens-gapcallahan-cave-preserve. 423-771-9671. 8408 CR 30, 35776.
WOODVILLE HISTORICAL MUSEUM 256-776-2860. 13455 CR 8, 35776.
SAUTA CAVE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
ALABAMA MUSIC HALL OF FAME
fws.gov/refuge/Sauta_Cave. 256-353-7243 U.S. Hwy. 72., 35768.
alamhof.org. 256-381-4417. 617 U.S. Hwy. 72W, 35674.
SCOTTSBORO BOYS MUSEUM & CULTURAL CENTER
sjhc.us. 256-259-2122. 208 S. Houston St., 35768.
hawkpridemountainoffroad.com. 256-349-4150. 3834 Hawk Pride Mountain Rd., 35674.
RICKWOOD CAVERNS STATE PARK
SCOTTSBORO { map B-7 }
SCOTTSBORO-JACKSON HERITAGE CENTER
HAWK PRIDE MOUNTAIN OFFROAD
STEVENSON { map A-7 }
DOUBLEHEAD RESORT
scottsboro-multicultural.com. 256-609-4202. 428 W. Willow St., 35768.
visittuscumbiaal.com. 256-383-0783. 301 S. Dickson St., 35674.
WARRIOR { map D-4 }
TOWN CREEK { map B-3 }
goosepond.org. 256-912-0592. 417 Ed Hembree Dr., 35769.
visittuscumbiaal.com. 256-383-0783. 1 Spring Park Rd., 35674.
hp40.com. 256-538-7439. 3525 CR 42, 35987.
rockbridgecanyon.com. 205-935-3499. 331 Trail Head Rd., Hodges, 35571.
GOOSE POND COLONY
colbertcounty.org. 256-383-8500. 201 N. Main St., 35674.
BELLE MONT MANSION
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/bellemont/bellemont. aspx. 256-381-5052. 1569 Cook Lane, 35674.
CANE CREEK CANYON NATURE PRESERVE canecreekcanyon.org. 256-381-6301. 251 Loop Rd., 35674.
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WHERE TO STAY HOTELS & RESORTS C BREAKFAST INCLUDED P H ACCESSIBILITY
SLEEP INN
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
ECONO LODGE
TRAVEL INN & SUITES
HAMPTON INN
choicehotels.com. 256-232-4700. 1115 Audubon Lane, 35611. C H
daysinn.com. 256-739-3800. 1841 4th St. SW, 35055. C P H
PETS ALLOWED
Amenities vary by location and region. To learn the full range of options available, accessibility specifics and pet policies, call your desired destination directly.
super8.com. 256-262-3062. 1325 U.S. Hwy. 72E, 35611. C P H travelinnathens.com. 256-232-2704. 1218 Kelli Dr., 35613. C P H
ALBERTVILLE { map C-6 }
ATTALLA { map D-6 }
KINGS INN
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
kingsinnalbertville.com. 256-878-6550. 7080 U.S. Hwy. 431, 35950. C I
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
microtelinn.com. 256-894-4000. 220 AL Hwy. 75, 35950. C P H
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 256-891-2600. 315 Martling Rd., 35950. C P H
ROYAL INN
royalinnalbertville.us. 256-878-2231. 6950 U.S. Hwy. 431, 35950. P
ARAB { map C-5 } QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 256-586-5777. 706 N. Brindlee Mountain Pkwy., 35016. C P H
ASHVILLE { map D-6 } AMERICAN INN & SUITES
americaninnandsuitesashville.us. 205-594-7080. 36225 U.S. Hwy. 231, 35953. P H
ATHENS { map A-4 } BEST WESTERN ATHENS INN
bestwestern.com. 256-233-4030. 1329 U.S. Hwy. 72E, 35611. C P H
choicehotels.com. 256-734-2691. 1655 CR 437, 35055. C P H cullmanal.hamptoninn.com. 256-739-4444. 6100 AL Hwy. 157, 35058. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
daysinn.com. 256-344-1924. 801 Cleveland Ave., 35954. C P H
hiexpress.com. 256-736-1906. 2052 Hayes Dr. NW, 35058. C H
HOMELODGE
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
256-538-4003. 901 Cleveland Ave., 35954. P H
MOTEL 6
motel6.com. 256-438-5071. 915 E. 5th Ave., 35954. P H
BOAZ { map C-6 } ECONO LODGE
choicehotels.com. 256-298-5252. 761 U.S. Hwy. 431, 35957. C P H
KEY WEST INN
staykeywesthotels.com. 256-5930800. 10535 AL Hwy. 168, 35957. H
CEDAR BLUFF { map C-8 } THE COVE AT RIVERSIDE RESTAURANT, CAMPGROUND & MOTEL visitthecove.com. 256-779-2683. 1210 CR 131. H
LITTLE RIVER MARINA & LODGE littlerivermarinaandlodge.com. 256-779-6461. 1780 CR 102, 35959.
PH
WEISS LAKE MOTEL
laquintacullman.com. 256-775-9500. 2054 St. Joseph Dr. NW, 35058.
CPH
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 256-734-1240. 5917 AL Hwy. 157NW, 35058. C H
RED ROOF INN CULLMAN
256-734-8854. 6349 AL Hwy. 157, 35057. C P H
SLEEP INN & SUITES
choicehotels.com/al146. 256-7346166. 2050 Old Hwy. 157, 35057.
CH
DECATUR { map B-4 } BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM DECATUR
wyndhamhotels.com/baymont. 256-274-8208. 2212 Danville Rd. SW, 35601. C P H
BEST WESTERN RIVER CITY HOTEL
bestwestern.com. 256-301-1388. 1305 Front Ave. SW, 35603. C P H
facebook.com/weissmartmarina. 256-779-3474. 3500 AL Hwy. 9, 35959. I H
COMFORT INN DECATUR PRICEVILLE
daysinn.com. 256-233-7500. 1322 U.S. Hwy. 72E, 35611. C P H
CENTRE { map C-8 }
CPH
ECONO LODGE
BAY SPRINGS COUNTRY INN & MARINA
DAYS INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM ATHENS
choicehotels.com. 256-232-1520. 1500 U.S. Hwy. 72E, 35611. C P H
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES ATHENS I-65
marriott.com/hsvat. 256-233-4530. 21282 Athens-Limestone Lane, 35613. C H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES ATHENSI-65 (HUNTSVILLE AREA)
hamptoninn.com. 256-232-2377. 1222 Kelli Dr., 35613. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 256-232-7931. 16074 AthensLimestone Blvd., 35613. C H
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com/quality-inn. 256-232-0030. 1488 Thrasher Blvd., 35611. C H
bayspringscountryinn.com. 256-927-3618. 130 CR 112, 35960. P
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 256-927-1090. 1585 W. Main St., 35960. C P H
WEISS LAKE LODGE
weisslakelodge.com. 256-927-1501. 998 Cedar Bluff Rd., 35960. H
choicehotels.com. 256-274-4957. 3239 Point Mallard Pkwy., 35603.
COURTYARD
home2suites3.hilton.com. 256-822-1030. 807 Island Way, 35601. C P H
INTOWN SUITES EXTENDED STAY
intownsuites.com. 256-308-0811. 2125 Jameson Dr. SW, 35603. H
LA QUINTA INN BY WYNDHAM
lq.com. 256-355-9977. 918 Beltline Rd. SW, 35601. C P H
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
microtelinn.com. 256-642-7131. 2226 Beltline Rd. SW, 35601. C P H
MOTEL 6
motel6.com. 256-308-0312. 810 6th Ave. NE, 35601. P H
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 256-355-2229. 2120 Jameson Pl. SW, 35603.
CPH
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT
marriott.com/hsvrd. 256-280-2666. 1231 Courtyard Cir., 35603. C P H
STAY LODGE EXTENDED STAY
staylodgehotels.com. 256-353-7290. 2616 U.S. Hwy 31S, 35603. H
STUDIO 9 INN & SUITES
studio9inn.com. 256-355-8504. 440 Johnston St. SE, 35601. H
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM DECATUR PRICEVILLE
super8.com. 256-642-7125. 70 Marco Dr., 35603. C P H
ELKMONT { map A-4 } BUDGET INN ARDMORE
budgetinnardmore.business.site. 256-423-6699. 28555 Boyds Chapel Rd., 35620.
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM DECATUR PRICEVILLE I-65 EXIT 334
LACON MOTEL
256-734-0411. 6685 U.S. Hwy. 31, 35622.
daysinn.com. 256-642-7129. 63 Marco Dr., 35603. C P H
FAYETTE { map E-2 }
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON DECATUR RIVERFRONT
JOURNEY’S INN MOTEL
BEST WESTERN FAIRWINDS INN
ECONO LODGE
choicehotels.com/AL285. 256-255-5999. 2048 St. Joseph Dr. NW, 35058. C H
HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON INGALLS HARBOR
FALKVILLE { map C-4 }
CULLMAN { map C-4 }
COMFORT SUITES I-65 EXIT 310
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 256-822-2800. 2407 Beltline Rd., 35601. C H
marriott.com/hsvdc. 256-355-4446. 1209 Courtyard Cir., 35603. H
doubletree3.hilton.com. 256-3553150. 1101 6th Ave. NE, 35601. H
bestwestern.com/fairwindsinn. 256-737-5009. 1917 Commerce Ave. NW, 35055. C P H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 256-353-0333. 1317 Point Mallard Pkwy., 35601. C H
HAMPTON INN
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 256-3555888. 2041 Beltline Rd. SW, 35601.
CH
205-932-6727. 2502 Temple Ave. N, 35555. P H
TIN TOP INN
tintopinn.com. 205-270-8655. 1796 CR 106, 35555.
FLORENCE { map A-2 } BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM FLORENCE/MUSCLE SHOALS
baymontinns.com. 256-415-6574. 115 Ana Dr., 35630. C P H
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WHERE TO STAY BUDGET INN
budgetinnflorence.com. 256-764-7621. 1238 Florence Blvd., 35630. H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM FLORENCE DOWNTOWN
daysinn.com. 256-760-8888. 400 S. Court St., 35630. C H
FLORENCE INN & SUITES
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
hiexpress.com/ftpayneal. 256-997-1020. 112 Airport Rd. W, 35968. C H
QUALITY INN
florenceinnsuites.com. 256-766-2620. 1915 Florence Blvd., 35630. P H
choicehotels.com. 256-845-2950. 102 Drinkard Dr. NW, 35967. C P H
GUNRUNNER BOUTIQUE HOTEL
GADSDEN { map D-7 }
gunrunnerhotel.com. 256-349-5464. 310 E. Tennessee St., 35630. I
HAMPTON INN & SUITES FLORENCE-DOWNTOWN
BEST WESTERN PLUS GADSDEN HOTEL & SUITES
bestwestern.com. 256-570-0569. 205 Enterprise Dr., 35904. C H
BUDGET INN
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 256-767-8282. 505 S. Court St., 35630. C H
256-543-3790. 2704 W. Meighan Blvd., 35904. P
HAMPTON INN FLORENCEMIDTOWN
COMFORT SUITES GADSDEN ATTALLA
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 256-764-8888. 2281 Florence Blvd., 35630. C H
comfortsuites.com. 256-538-5770. 96 Walker St., 35904. C P H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES FLORENCE NORTHEAST
256-413-1300. 2580 AL Hwy. 77, 35907.
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 256-246-2200. 180 Etta Gray St., 35630. C H
MARRIOTT SHOALS HOTEL & SPA marriott.com/mslmc. 256-246-3600. 10 Hightower Pl., 35630. P H
KEY WEST INN
RODEWAY INN
MOTEL 6
redwood-inn-motel.business.site. 256-543-8410. 201 N. Hood Ave., 35903. H
COMFORT SUITES SHOALS AREA
choicehotels.com. 256-246-2300. 140 Matthew Paul Ct., 35630. C H
REDWOOD INN
DEERFIELD INN & SUITES
ECONO LODGE GADSDEN ATTALLA
choicehotels.com. 256-442-7913. 1612 W. Grand Ave., 35904. C P H
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 256-543-0323. 3909 W. Meighan Blvd., 35904.
CPH
SUPER 8
super8.com. 256-547-9033. 2110 Rainbow Dr., 35901. C H
GUIN { map D-2 } HOLIDAY INN
ihg.com/holidayinn. 205-468-4625. 5750 AL Hwy. 44, 35563. P H
RELAX INN GUIN
205-468-3383. 6100 U.S. Hwy. 43, 35563. P H
GUNTERSVILLE { map C-6 }
AMERICAN INN
256-582-5677. 3233 AL Hwy. 79S, 35976.
HAMPTON INN
guntersville.hamptoninn.com. 256-582-4176. 14451 U.S. Hwy. 431S, 35976. C H
LAKE GUNTERSVILLE STATE PARK LODGE alapark.com. 256-571-5440. 1155 Lodge Dr., 35976. H
LAKESIDE INN
lakesideinn431.com. 256-582-3200. 14040 U.S. Hwy. 431, 35976. C P
OVERLOOK MOUNTAIN INN
QUALITY INN
fairfieldinn.com/bhmgd. 256-538-2100. 116 Walker St., 35904. C H
256-582-3256. 13045 U.S. Hwy. 431S, 35976. PH
RESIDENCE INN
gadsdeninn.com. 256-543-7240. 200 Albert Rains Blvd., 35901. C H
GADSDEN INN & SUITES
REGAL INN
CPH
HAMPTON INN
VILLAGE INN
choicehotels.com. 256-740-0444. 150 Etta Gray Dr., 35630. C P H marriott.com/mslri. 256-764-9966. 1000 Sweetwater Ave., 35630.
THE STRICKLIN HOTEL
thestricklin.com. 256-248-9982. 317 N. Court St., 35630. H
FORT PAYNE { map B-8 }
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 256-5462337. 129 River Rd., 35901. C H
HAMPTON INN ATTALLA I-59 hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 256-538-5222. 206 Walker St., 35904. C H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
256-582-8444. 14341 U.S. Hwy. 431S, 35976. C P H villageinnguntersville.com. 256-582-3131. 21761 U.S. Hwy. 431N, 35976.
WYNDHAM GARDEN LAKE GUNTERSVILLE
wyndham.com. 256-582-2220. 2140 Gunter Ave., 35976. C P H
staykeywesthotels.com. 205-921-3333. 224 River Road Dr., 35570. C H motel6.com. 205-921-7831. 2031 S. Military St., 35570. P H
HANCEVILLE { map D-5 } QUALITY INN U.S. HWY. 31
choicehotels.com. 256-352-0151. 810 Main St. NE, 35077. C H
HARTSELLE { map B-4 } EXPRESS INN
magnusonhotels.com. 256-773-3000. 1601 Hwy. 31SW, 35640. C P H
QUAIL CREEK INN
quailcreek.com. 256-784-5033. 233 Quail Creek Dr., 35640. H
RED ROOF INN
redroof.com. 256-773-0180. 1800 Dixie Lane, 35640. C P H
HUNTSVILLE { map B-5 } AC HOTEL BY MARRIOTT HUNTSVILLE DOWNTOWN
marriott.com/hsvar. 256-836-7776. 435 Williams Ave., 35801. H
BAMA INN
bamainnhuntsville.com. 256-539-8448. 3200 W. University Dr., 35816. H
BAYMONT BY WYNDHAM
baymontinns.com. 256-830-8999. 4890 University Dr. NW, 35816.
CPH
BUDGET INN
256-890-0700. 4430 University Dr., 35816. P H
CANDLEWOOD SUITES HUNTSVILLE - RESEARCH PARK ihg.com/candlewood. 256-830-8222. 201 Exchange Pl., 35806. P H
CLARION INN
choicehotels.com. 256-830-9400. 4815 University Dr., 35816. C H
COMFORT INN
choicehotels.com. 256-562-2525. 4725 University Dr. NW, 35806.
CH
daysinn.com. 256-845-2085. 1416 Glen Blvd. SW, I-59 at Exit 218, 35968. C H
HALEYVILLE { map C-2 }
DESOTO STATE PARK LODGE
imperialinnhaleyville.net. 205-486-5205. 1250 11th Ave., 35565.
choicehotels.com. 256-562-2400. 6224 Torok Cir., 35810. C H
HAMILTON { map C-1 }
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HUNTSVILLE UNIVERSITY DRIVE
alapark.com/desoto-state-park. 256-845-5380. 1299 Blalock Dr., 35967. P H
ECONO LODGE
choicehotels.com. 256-845-4013. 1412 Glen Blvd. SW, 35967. C P H
HAMPTON INN
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 256-304-2600. 1201 Jordan Rd. SW, 35968. C H
IMPERIAL INN PH HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES GADSDEN WEST-NEAR ATTALLA
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 256-691-0225. 106 Walker St., 35904. C H
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 205-291-3204. 1849 Military St. S, 35570. C P H
HAMILTON HOLIDAY MOTEL
RED ROOF INN
redroofinn.com. 256-543-1105. 1600 Rainbow Dr., 35901. P H
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205-921-2171. 315 Bexar Ave. W, 35570.
COMFORT SUITES RESEARCH PARK AREA
marriott.com/hsvch. 256-837-1400. 4804 University Dr. NW, 35816. H
DAYS INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
daysinn.com. 256-715-6500. 1145 McMurtrie Dr., 35806. C H
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DAYS INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
HAVEN INN
256-539-9671. 1304 N. Memorial Pkwy., 35801. H
256-534-2481. 2209 N. Memorial Pkwy., 35810.
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HILTON GARDEN INN HUNTSVILLE SOUTH/ REDSTONE ARSENAL
SLEEP INN & SUITES HUNTSVILLE NEAR U.S. SPACE & ROCKET CENTER
wyndhamhotels.com. 256-715-6555. 3141 University Dr. NW, 35816.
DOUBLETREE SUITES BY HILTON HUNTSVILLE SOUTH
doubletree3.hilton.com. 256-882-9400. 6000 Memorial Pkwy. SW, 35802. H
DRURY INN & SUITES HUNTSVILLE AT THE SPACE & ROCKET CENTER
druryhotels.com. 256-430-9888. 93 Wynn Dr., 35805. C P H
ECONO LODGE INN & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 256-533-3291. 3788 University Dr., 35816. C H
ECONOMY INN
economyinnhuntsville.com. 256-534-7061. 3772 University Dr., 35816. H
ELEMENT HUNTSVILLE
elementhuntsville.com. 256-327-9000. 6810 Governors W, 35806. P H
EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON HUNTSVILLE HOTEL & SPA
embassysuiteshuntsville.com. 256-539-7373. 800 Monroe St. SW, 35801. C P H
EXTENDED STAY AMERICA U.S. SPACE & ROCKET CENTER extendedstayamerica.com. 256-830-9110. 4751 Governors House Dr. SW, 35805. C P H
FAIRFIELD INN
marriott.com/hsvfi. 256-971-0921. 1385 Enterprise Way, 35806. C H
FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON HUNTSVILLE AIRPORT
fourpoints.com/huntsvilleairport. 256-772-9661. 1000 Glenn Hearn Blvd. SW, 35824. H
GRAND PALACE INN
256-864-0388. 4404 University Dr., 35816. H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES HAMPTON COVE
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 256-532-2110. 6205 Hwy. 431S, 35763. C H
HAMPTON INN HUNTSVILLE— ARSENAL/SOUTH PARKWAY
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 256-882-2228. 501 Blvd. South SW, 35802. C H
HAMPTON INN HUNTSVILLE— VILLAGE OF PROVIDENCE
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 256-722-2882. 328 Providence Main St., 35806. C H
HAMPTON INN & SUITES RESEARCH PARK
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 256-9711850. 7010 Cabela Dr., 35806. C H
SHELBY MOTEL
huntsvillesouth.hgi.com. 256-8814170. 301 Blvd. South SW, 35802. H
choicehotels.com. 256-382-2583. 4727 University Dr., 35816. C H
HILTON GARDEN INN SPACE CENTER
SPRINGHILL SUITES HUNTSVILLE DOWNTOWN
huntsvillespacecenter.hgi.com. 256-430-1778. 4801 Governors House Dr. SW, 35805. H
marriott.com. 256-512-0188. 745 Constellation Place Dr. SW, 35801. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES HUNTSVILLE WEST— RESEARCH PARK
SPRINGHILL SUITES HUNTSVILLE WEST/RESEARCH PARK
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 256-837-7171. 2600 Old Fairway Rd., 35806. C H
HOLIDAY INN HUNTSVILLE— RESEARCH PARK
hihuntsville.com. 256-830-0600. 5903 University Dr., 35806. H
HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON RESEARCH PARK AREA
home2suites3.hilton.com. 256-971-1667. 7010 Cabela Dr., 35806. C P H
HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON DOWNTOWN
marriott.com/hsvwe. 256-430-1485. 320 Providence Main St., 35806.
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SUBURBAN EXTENDED STAY HOTEL HUNTSVILLE UNIVERSITY AREA
choicehotels.com. 256-489-4710. 3131 University Dr. NW, 35816. P H
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
super8.com. 256-684-8199. 3803 University Dr. NW, 35816. C H
THE WESTIN HUNTSVILLE
westinhuntsville.com. 256-428-2000. 6800 Governors W, 35806. P H
homewoodsuites3.hilton.com. 256-539-1445. 714 Gallatin St. SW, 35801. C S I F H
TOWNEPLACE SUITES
HOMEWOOD SUITES BY HILTON VILLAGE OF PROVIDENCE
TOWNEPLACE SUITES HUNTSVILLE WEST/ REDSTONE GATEWAY
homewoodsuites3.hilton.com. 256-895-9511. 15 Town Center Dr. NW, 35806. C H
HUNTSVILLE MARRIOTT AT THE SPACE & ROCKET CENTER
marriott.com/hsval. 256-830-2222. 5 Tranquility Base, 35805. H
INTOWN SUITES EXTENDED STAY NASA
intownsuites.com. 256-830-2434. 1565 The Boardwalk S, 35816. H
KINGS INN
kingsinnhuntsville.com. 256-881-1250. 11245 Memorial Pkwy. SW, 35803. H
LA QUINTA INN BY WYNDHAM HUNTSVILLE RESEARCH PARK lq.com. 256-830-2070. 4870 University Dr. NW, 35816.
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MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM
microtelinn.com. 256-859-6655. 1820 Chase Creek Row, 35811.
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QUALITY INN & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 256-837-7412. 6200 Torok Cir., 35806. C P H
RESIDENCE INN
marriott.com/hsvts. 256-971-5277. 1125 McMurtrie Dr., 35806. C P H
marriott.com. 256-895-3300. 6500 Redstone Gateway SW, 35808. C P H
VIP INN AND SUITES
256-881-7620. 10013 S. Memorial Pkwy., 35803. C H
JASPER { map D-3 } BUDGET INN
205-221-6430. 1301 U.S. Hwy. 78W, 35501. P H
COMFORT INN & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 205-544-2452. 202 Oakhill Rd., 35504. C H
ECONO LODGE
choicehotels.com. 205-221-7800. 101 6th Ave. N, 35504. C P H
SLEEP INN & SUITES JASPER I-22
choicehotels.com. 205-387-2001. 90 Carl Cannon Blvd., 35501.
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SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
super8.com. 205-221-3050. 1287 AL Hwy. 78W, 35501. C H
KILLEN { map A-3 } AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN & SUITES KILLEN-FLORENCE
redlion.com. 256-757-2167. 101 U.S. Hwy. 72, 35645. C P H
MADISON { map B-5 } BAYMONT INN BY WYNDHAM HUNTSVILLE AIRPORT/MADISON baymontinns.com. 256-617-7238. 122 Cleghorn Blvd., 35758. C P H
BEST WESTERN PLUS MADISON-HUNTSVILLE HOTEL
bestwestern.com. 256-772-7170. 9035 Madison Blvd., 35758. C P H
COUNTRY INN & SUITES BY RADISSON
countryinns.com. 256-325-0007. 101 Westchester Dr., 35758. C H
ECONO LODGE
choicehotels.com. 256-772-9550. 102 Arlington Dr., Bldg. B, 35758.
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HAMPTON INN MADISON HUNTSVILLE AIRPORT
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 256-464-8999. 9225 Madison Blvd., 35758. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES HUNTSVILLE AIRPORT
ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 256-258-3000. 8956 Madison Blvd., 35758. C H
HOME2 SUITES BY HILTON MADISON HUNTSVILLE AIRPORT
home2suites3.hilton.com. 256-325-1948. 135 Graphics Dr., 35758. C P H
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM HUNTSVILLE AIRPORT
lq.com. 256-258-2777. 105 Westchester Dr., 35758. C P H
MADISON INN & SUITES
HAMPTON INN
madisoninnandsuites.com. 256-258-3800. 8716 Madison Blvd., 35758. H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
choicehotels.com. 256-704-7823. 102 Arlington Dr., Bldg. A, 35758.
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 205-221-3334. 100 Industrial Pkwy., 35501. C H ihg.com/holidayinnexpress. 205-387-8383. 110 Industrial Pkwy., 35501. C H
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 205-544-2458. 1100 U.S. Hwy. 78E, 35501. C P H
QUALITY INN
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RED ROOF INN PLUS+
madisonal.redroof.com. 256-772-8470. 8781 Madison Blvd., 35758. C P H
marriott.com. 256-895-0444. 6305 Residence Inn Rd., 35806. C P H
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LAKE FRONT MOTEL
TUSCUMBIA { map A-2 }
MOODY { map E-5 }
choicehotels.com. 205-338-1314. 1410 Parkhill Pkwy., 35125. C P H
QUALITY INN I-20 EXIT 158
BEST WESTERN PLUS TUSCUMBIA/MUSCLE SHOALS HOTEL & SUITES
bestwestern.com. 256-386-9889. 1934 Old Hwy. 20, 35674. C P H
RAINSVILLE { map B-7 }
COLDWATER INN
woodspring.com. 256-325-6300. 120 Brazelton Cir., 35758. P H
BEST WESTERN PLUS BASS HOTEL & SUITES
bestwestern.com. 205-640-5300. 1949 Village Dr., Leeds, 35094.
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COMFORT INN & SUITES
205-338-3344. 4304 Martin St. S, 35054. P
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
super8.com. 256-638-1640. 46 Roy Sanderson Ave., 35986. P H
choicehotels.com. 205-640-6600. 1951 Village Dr., Leeds, 35094. C H
ROGERSVILLE { map A-3 }
SUPER 8 BY WYNDHAM
economyinnrogersville.com. 256-247-5416. 15936 AL Hwy. 72, 35652. P
super8.com. 205-773-2065. 2451 Moody Pkwy., 35004. C P H
MOULTON { map B-3 } DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
ECONOMY INN
JOE WHEELER STATE PARK LODGE
daysinn.com. 256-974-1214. 12701 AL Hwy. 157, 35650. C S H
alapark.com/joe-wheeler-statepark. 256-247-5461. 4401 McLean Dr., 35652. P H
MUSCLE SHOALS
RUSSELLVILLE { map B-2 }
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DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM MUSCLE SHOALS
daysinn.com. 256-248-9755. 2701 Woodward Ave., 35661. C H
RED ROOF INN
BEST WESTERN PLUS HOTEL & SUITES
OWENS CROSS ROADS
SCOTTSBORO { map B-7 } COMFORT INN & SUITES
choicehotels.com. 256-259-8700. 25775 John T. Reid Pkwy., 35768.
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HAMPTON INN & SUITES HAMPTON COVE
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PELL CITY { map E-6 } AMERICAS BEST VALUE INN PELL CITY/RIVERSIDE
redlion.com. 205-338-3381. 11900 U.S. Hwy. 78, 35135. C P H
COMFORT SUITES
choicehotels.com. 205-338-5570. 270 Vaughan Lane, 35125. C H
HAMPTON INN
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 205-814-3000. 220 Vaughan Lane, 35125. C H
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES
hiexpress.com. 205-884-0047. 240 Vaughan Lane, 35125. C H
MICROTEL INN & SUITES BY WYNDHAM TUSCUMBIA/ MUSCLE SHOALS
shoalsmicrotel.com. 256-320-4079. 1852 AL Hwy. 72E, 35674. C P H
VERNON { map E-1 } VERNON INN MOTEL
HAMPTON INN
hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 205-487-1270. 7005 AL Hwy. 129N, 35594. C H
256-332-8920. 13600 U.S. Hwy. 43 Bypass, 35653. C P H
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hamptoninn3.hilton.com. 256-532-2110. 6205 U.S. Hwy. 431S, 35763. C H
staykeywesthotels.com. 256-383-0700. 1800 U.S. Hwy. 72W, 35674. C P H
WINFIELD { map D-2 }
GREENWOODS INN
daysinn.com. 205-274-2200. 293 Valley Rd., 35121. C P H
KEY WEST INN
BUDGET INN
ONEONTA { map D-5 }
DAYS INN BY WYNDHAM
choicehotels.com. 256-248-0850. 5101 U.S. Hwy. 43S, 35674. C H
205-695-9800. 44554 AL Hwy. 17, 35592. P H
redroof.com. 256-381-0236. 2807 Woodward Ave., 35661. C P H
205-625-3961. 120 High School St., 35121. C S H
COMFORT INN & SUITES TUSCUMBIA – MUSCLE SHOALS
bestwestern.com. 256-332-1002. 13770 U.S. Hwy. 43, 35653. C H website-439004173497917275421motel.business.site. 256-332-2092. 14184 U.S. Hwy. 43, 35653. P H
COVERED BRIDGE INN
coldwaterinn.com. 256-383-6844. 712 AL Hwy. 72W, 35674. C P H
BED & BREAKFASTS Amenities vary by location and region. To learn the full range of options available, call your desired destination directly before you leave.
choicehotels.com. 256-574-1212. 23945 John T. Reid Pkwy., 35768.
ARAB { map C-5 }
HAMPTON INN & SUITES
bbonline.com/united-states/ alabama/arab/ruthmountain.html. 256-586-7848. 5190 Ruth Rd., 35016. Humble, yet cozy inn nestled atop Ruth Mountain. Relax in a serene environment that is alcohol-, smokeand child-free. Six guest rooms.
scottsboroalabamahotel.com. 256-259-5200. 24747 John T. Reid Pkwy., 35768. C H
MOTEL 10
256-259-4300. 46 Micah Way, 35769. P H
QUALITY INN
choicehotels.com. 256-574-6666. 208 Micah Way, 35768. C P H
RED ROOF INN & SUITES
scottsboro.redroof.com. 256-574-6740. 23518 John T. Reid Pkwy., 35768. C P H
SHEFFIELD { map A-2 } CLARION INN
choicehotels.com. 256-381-4710. 4900 Hatch Blvd., 35660. C P H
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RUTH MOUNTAIN BED AND BREAKFAST
THE WARTEN HOUSE BED & BREAKFAST
facebook.com/wartenhouse. 256-783-2892. 121 N. Jefferson St., 35611. This historic home built in 1898, nestled in downtown Athens, is appointed with antiques and comfort. Newly remodeled to serve as a bed-and-breakfast, it is just steps from dining, shopping and events.
CRANE HILL { map D-4 } SMITH LAKE BED & BREAKFAST
smithlakebandb.com. 256-747-6057. 994 CR 4230, 35053. A private resort on beautiful Lewis Smith Lake. Choose from luxury suites that have private entrances, kitchens and sleep up to five, or glamp in style in one of two Airstreams. Gourmet breakfast.
FAYETTE { map E-2 } ROSE HOUSE INN
rosehouseinn.net. 205-932-7673. 325 2nd Ave. NW, 35555. This beautifully restored 1898 Queen Anne Victorian offers a step back in time. Guest rooms are tastefully decorated with period antiques, with most having private baths. Wi-Fi and a generous breakfast are included.
GUNTERSVILLE
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LAKE GUNTERSVILLE BED & BREAKFAST
lakeguntersvillebedandbreakfast. com. 256-505-0133. 2204 Scott St., 35976. This registered historic home sits on a hill overlooking Lake Guntersville. All guest rooms have private baths and luxury robes for lounging, and most have a private entrance from the wraparound porches. Gourmet-style breakfast and complimentary happy hour each day.
HALEYVILLE { map C-2 } THE FULLER HOUSE BED AND BREAKFAST
ATHENS { map A-4 }
fullerhousebnb.com. 205-269-7590. 3315 Newburg Rd., 35565. This bed-and-breakfast features a pool, dry sauna and lots of room for family reunions, birthday parties, swimming parties and much more. Four guest rooms.
DROP INN
HUNTSVILLE { map B-5 }
dropinn.us. 256-777-0964. 11185 Snake Rd., 35611. An early 20th-century farmhouse bedand-breakfast furnished in period antiques features two rooms, each with a double bed and private bath. Horse riding is available at Drop Barn. There are facilities available for weddings, private events and parties.
DOGWOOD MANOR GUESTHOUSE
dogwoodmanorbandb.com. 256-859-3946. 707 Chase Rd., 35811. Southern hospitality in elegant English atmosphere. Perfect for business travelers to honeymoon couples. Great site for weddings, private parties, business meetings and teas. Private baths and Wi-Fi. Four guest rooms.
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LEESBURG { map C-7 } JOYLAND BED AND BREAKFAST
joylandrvpark-leesburg.com. 502-775-6565. 55 Keener Dr., 35983. This bed-and-breakfast has a wraparound porch with rocking chairs, movie room and common area with fireplace where guests can make coffee and relax in a warm and friendly environment.
THE SECRET BED & BREAKFAST LODGE
secretbedandbreakfastlodge.com. 256-523-3825. 2356 AL Hwy. 68W, Cruickshank Lane, 35983. Spectacular mountaintop views atop Lookout Mountain Pkwy. and 180-degree panoramic overlook of beautiful Weiss Lake makes the perfect setting for this bed-and-breakfast. It features four unique guest cottages, guest rooms in the main lodge, rooftop pool, fireplace and Jacuzzis.
LEIGHTON { map A-2 } LAGRANGE B&B LOG CABIN
lagrangehistoricsite.com/bedbreakfast. 256-446-9324. 1431 LaGrange College Rd., 35646. Open April–November. Rustic cabin located in LaGrange College Site Park. Two floors, cozy quilts and a warm hearth await anyone who visits this comfortable guest home on the park campus.
MENTONE { map B-8 } CRYSTAL LAKE LODGE BED AND BREAKFAST
virtualcities.com/ons/al/n/alnb201. htm. 256-634-8209. 3291 CR 165, 35984. Nestled on 50 acres of woods with a 3-acre lake, this B&B features a 1,600-sq.-ft. great room, which includes a billiard table, library, dining area and cozy fireplace. Each guest room has a unique private bath. Awake to a full made-to-order breakfast.
MENTONE INN
mentoneinn.com. 256-634-4836. 6139 AL Hwy. 117S, 35984. Perfect for getaways, corporate workshops, retreats or family events. Dining room available for private events. Catering available with reservations in advance. Wi-Fi, pets allowed, kid friendly. Pavilion with fireplace.
MOUNTAIN VIEW INN
mentonemountainviewinn.com. 706-413-0533. 25891 CR 89, 35984. Bed-and-breakfast inn on the brow of Lookout Mountain offers suites with private baths and stunning three-state panoramic mountainous view. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed each morning.
RAVEN HAVEN B&B
ravenhavenbandb.info. 256-634-4310. 651 CR 644, 35984. Unique accommodations amidst nature’s beauty. All spacious rooms
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have private baths and include a full buffet breakfast. Smoke-free. Children over 14 welcome. No pets.
PELL CITY { map E-6 } TREASURE ISLAND BED AND BREAKFAST
treasureislandbedandbreakfast. com. 205-542-8040. 230 Treasure Island Cir., Cropwell, 35054. Escape to this Logan Martin Lake home for much needed rest and renewal. A delicious, full-style breakfast varied daily is served in the dining room overlooking the lake. Amenities include satellite TVs and Wi-Fi. Homemade cookies or brownies are available daily.
PISGAH { map B-7 } THE LODGE ON GORHAM’S BLUFF
gorhamsbluff.com. 256-451-8439. 101 Gorham Dr., 35765. Sitting high atop Sand Mountain with a long back porch opening onto a spectacular view that spans the Tennessee River, the Lodge offers a massive stone fireplace, soft down pillows and whirlpool tubs in each suite.
VALLEY HEAD { map B-8 } ANTEBELLUM WINSTON PLACE winstonplacebnb.com. 256-9960094. 353 Railroad Ave., Valley Head, 35989. Step back in time to one of Alabama’s most beautiful antebellum mansions, featuring gracious verandas, garden lawns, intimate dining room, large game room and more. Spacious designer suites decorated with antique furniture accommodate 2–4 guests and have private baths.
CABINS, COTTAGES, CONDOS & VACATION HOMES Amenities vary by location and region. To learn the full range of options available, call your desired destination directly before you leave.
BRYANT { map A-8 } GRANT SUMMIT CABINS
kitchen. It features a pedal-pusher swing, two huge sundecks and private dock. Fish, water ski, swim, climb, hike or simply escape for a relaxing vacation any season.
CENTRE { map C-8 } COWAN CREEK RESORT
cowancreekresort.com. 256-4753950. 5330 CR 22, 35960. This resort is located on beautiful Weiss Lake. Take in the breathtaking views from your screened-in porch. Onsite amenities include a convenience store, boat, kayak and paddleboard rentals, and gift shop.
CHEROKEE { map A-1 } BIG BEAR CABIN
pickwickwaterfrontrentals.com. 901-412-5507. 791 Shook Rd., 35616. You may rent all or part of this large three-story, stone and cedar cabin. Six bedrooms, four baths, two kitchens, and two sets of washers/ dryers. It also features a floating deck, paddleboat and pool table.
COLLINSVILLE
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COZY COUNTRY CABIN
vrbo.com/111118. 256-523-3523. 2149 CR 6, 35961. A retreat from the hustle and bustle, this 2-bedroom cabin will remind of the simple life. Small stocked pond 30 feet from the front porch. Those who enjoy fossil finding and arrowhead collecting will enjoy exploring around the creek banks.
CRANE HILL { map D-4 } SMITH LAKE RETREAT
smithlakeretreat.com. 205-902-6185. 1921 CR 330, 35053. This two-story, cedar-finished retreat hideaway overlooking Smith Lake has 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. It includes a rear porch that leads to a multi-level dock made just for sunbathing. Sleeps 10.
CULLMAN { map C-4 } SMITH LAKE MARINA & RESORT
smithlakemarina.com. 256-737-7131. 175 CR 312, 35057. Cabins feature two bedrooms with double beds, cable TV, sleeper sofa, dinette, stove, refrigerator and shower stall.
grantsummitcabins.com. 256-657-6825. 395 CR 159, 35958. We offer all the amenities of home with the peace and relaxation of a secluded mountain cabin. Two- and 3-bedroom cabins feature fireplaces, charcoal grills.
SMITH LAKE RENTALS
CEDAR BLUFF { map C-8 }
SMITH LAKE PARK
WEISS LAKE HOUSE VACATION RENTAL
weisslakehouse.com. 770-434-0871, 404-513-9592. 804 CR 686, 35959. Located on beautiful Weiss Lake, this home has an open and spacious floorplan with great room and large
smithlakerentals.com. 800-769-3757, various locations on Smith Lake. Approximately 30 lake homes available. Enjoy the relaxing beauty of Smith Lake with all the comforts of home. cullmancountyparks.com/ smithlakes.html. 256-739-2916. 416 CR 385, 35057. Located on the shores of Lewis Smith Lake, the park features nine cabins, pavilions, playground, pool, fishing pier and boat launch.
FLAT ROCK { map A-8 } DOGWOOD HILLS GOLF RESORT & GARDENS
dogwoodhillsgolfresortand gardens.com. 256-632-3634. Log cabin village located next to the fairways of Dogwood Hills Golf Resort. Experience the peaceful serenity rocking on the front porch surrounded by natural wildflowers and native shrubs.
FLORENCE { map A-2 } SHOAL CREEK GIBBONS HOME shoalcreekgibbonshome.com. 256-760-0764. 200 Maury Lane, 35634. A 2400-sq.-ft. 3-bedroom, 2-bath home on Wilson Lake is convenient to all that the Shoals has to offer. It features two adult/ two youth kayaks, games and 250 feet of water frontage. The 2-bedroom, 2-bath guest house is offered as an add-on.
FORT PAYNE { map B-8 } BEAR CREEK LOG CABINS
bearcreeklogcabins.com. 256-845-2584. 923 CR 252, 35967. Reconstructed from original 1800s American pioneer log cabins and restored on 201 acres of secluded farmland on Lookout Mountain. All cabins have modern amenities, including hot tubs. Pet friendly.
DESOTO STATE PARK CABINS AND CHALETS
alapark.com/log-cabins. 256-845-5380. 1299 Blalock Dr., 35967. Enjoy a peaceful getaway on Lookout Mountain in one of the fully furnished 2-bedroom, 1-bath log cabins or 1 bedroom, 1-bath A-frame chalets with open lofts. Also available are four 1-bedroom rustic cabins that have an open living room/kitchen concept.
GREAT BUCK LODGE
greatbucklodge.com. 256-996-0611. 108A Fox Ave., 35967. In the historic Fort Payne area, this lodge sleeps 20 people in luxury in three distinct private or combined areas. Each section features its own kitchen and living, dining and laundry rooms. Perfect for retreats, weddings, family reunions and groups.
T.A.S. LODGING
trueadventuresports.com. 256-997-9577. 13102 AL Hwy. 176, 35967. TAS offers cabin, chalet, house, dorm room and campsite lodging options on Little River. Come and relax at a rustic cabin or hide away at a beautiful chalet with all of the comforts of home.
WILLS CREEK CABIN
willscreekrvpark.com. 256-845-6703. 1310 Airport Rd. W, 35968. Cozy 1-bedroom cabin, located in a quiet setting. This cabin is fully furnished with a queen-size bed, full bath, living room, kitchenette and screened-in front porch for relaxing.
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POLECAT PLACE
beddingfieldvacationrental.com. 256-759-9901. Luxurious waterfront homes on Lake Guntersville. The Savannah home at Signal Point has 7 bedrooms, 5 baths and sleeps 23. The Wyeth House has 6 bedrooms, 4 baths and sleeps 17.
vrbo.com/193622. 256-298-0444. 4103 Hideaway Dr., 35976. Situated on Polecat Hollow on beautiful Lake Guntersville, this charming cabin with separate units offers complete rest and enjoyment. Free, private boat slip inside boathouse with electrical. Fishing pier with eight to 10 feet of water at dock. Free Wi-Fi and pet friendly.
CATTS CRADLE
RESTORATION LOG CABINS
BEDDINGFIELD HOMES
cattscradle.com. 256-505-0475. 2012 Wyeth Dr., 35976. Waterfront vacation rental house located on beautiful Lake Guntersville has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. The parklike setting, the private beach, boat launch and large private pier only begin to name a few of the amenities.
restorationlogcabinrentals.com. 256-658-3244. Five beautifully restored 1800s log cabin vacation rentals along the southern end of the Appalachian Mountains in gorgeous North Alabama.
WATERFRONT BAY
marshallcountycvb.com. 256-506-2615. 35976. Perfect getaway for grilling and chilling after a long day out on the lake fishing, skiing, tubing. Near golf course, walking trails.
waterfrontbay.com. 256-444-5017. 6989 Scottsboro Hwy. 79, 35769. Tucked in a cozy inlet off Lake Guntersville, these cabins await the avid fisherman. Each cabin’s covered front porch provides the perfect view of the lake and features two bedrooms, two baths and two covered boat ports.
GUNTERSVILLE GETAWAY
HUNTSVILLE { map B-5 }
CREEKSIDE CABINS
guntersvillegetaway.com. 256-571-5080. 280 Morrow Dr., 35976. This private, waterfront home is nestled in a small cove on beautiful Guntersville Lake. Features include Wi-Fi, boat slip, boat lift, and scenic views from each bedroom and living room. Boat house has power, water, cleaning station and freezer. Pets considered.
KUDZU COVE CABINS
kudzucove.com. 256-571-5915 1576 Buck Island Rd., 35976. All those who enjoy the outdoors will find these cabins a special place for relaxation and adventure conveniently located off the banks of the Tennessee River. Each cabin/ chalet is custom designed in a different theme.
LAKE GUNTERSVILLE STATE PARK CABINS & CHALETS
alapark.com/lake-guntersvillestate-park-cabins. 256-505-6603. 1155 Lodge Dr., 35976. Relax and recharge in a cabin or chalet at beautiful Lake Guntersville State Park. Accessible and pet-friendly options available.
OSSA-WIN-THA RESORT
256-582-4595. 212 Ossa Win Tha Rd., 35976. These lakeside cottages are ideal when you are ready to fish. On-site boat launches will have you on the water faster.
MONTE SANO STATE PARK CABINS
alapark.com. 256-534-3757. 5105 Nolen Ave., 35801. Each quaint, stone cabin is built in the Arts and Crafts style with a handcrafted stone fireplace and original wood floor. Step onto the side screen porch to take in the fresh mountain air and breathtaking panoramic view of the natural surroundings. Accessible and pet-friendly options.
LEESBURG { map C-7 } CHESNUT BAY RESORT
chesnutbayresort.com. 256-526-7778. 4480 CR 44, 35983. Family resort with lakeside rental homes, each with its own character and style. Amenities include swimming pools, lake water slide, beach, walking trails and playgrounds. Choose from lake houses of all shapes and sizes with beautiful views of Weiss Lake.
MENTONE { map B-8 } BELLA VISTA ON THE BROW
mentonerentals.com. 256-997-3506. 16567 CR 89, 35984. Perched on the edge of Lookout Mountain, Bella Vista is close to downtown shopping and DeSoto State Park. Features two bedrooms, sun porch, Wi-Fi, outdoor fireplace and satellite TV.
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THE CHALETS OF MENTONE
cabinsinmentone.com. 256-657-8330. 168 Rd. 934, 35984. This 1500-sq.-ft. cabin has two bedrooms, two full baths, custom kitchen, tile floors, pool table and a heart-shaped Jacuzzi tub in the master bath. Guests also may enjoy the hot tub and gas grill on the porch.
CHESTNUT OAKS COTTAGE
vrbo.com/437026. 256-997-5555. 16485 CR 89, 35984. Our cottage, nestled on the west brow of Lookout Mountain between the historic town of Mentone and Desoto State Park, has a wraparound porch with rockers to enjoy the breathtaking view.
CLOUDMONT SKI RESORT CHALET RENTALS
cloudmont.com. 256-634-4344. 721 CR 614, 35984. Relax in the quiet mountain surroundings in one of the five A-frame chalets. Each comes with a full kitchen, 1 bathroom, 2 bedrooms, spiral staircase and porch. Sleeps 5–6 people.
COTTAGES OF MENTONE
cottagesofmentone.com. 504-481-8666. 16569 CR 89, 35984. Charming rental cottages on the brow, river or nestled in the woods located atop Lookout Mountain in the quaint town of Mentone. Coming soon…don’t miss our bed-and-stay.
CRAGSMERE MANOR
cragsmeremanor.com. 256-634-0006. 17871 CR 89, 35984. This historic building, once home to Cragsmere Manna restaurant, is now Mentone’s premier accommodation for large groups, capable of sleeping up to 12 with 6 bedrooms and 4 baths.
HAWK’S NEST HIDEAWAY
225-572-4316. 154 CR 9002, 35984. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath mountain retreat offers the perfect combination of beautiful scenery and comfortable amenities, such as the clear running creek, pond with plenty of fish, hot tub, gas grill and Wi-Fi.
LITTLE RIVER CABIN
littlerivercabin.com. 678-372-1687. 12998 CR 103, 35984. High atop Lookout Mountain and overlooking the Little River, this charming cabin features 2 bedrooms, sleeping loft and 2 baths. Guests can enjoy the private dock, two kayaks and fishing boat.
LITTLE RIVER HARMONY
littleriverharmony.com. 352-250-6521. 35984. On six acres and nearly 500 feet of private riverfront, this retreat overlooks the Little River amongst pines, dogwoods, mountain laurel and rhododendron. Two units in one three-level log home capable of sleeping up to six or 14.
LITTLE RIVER RETREATS
littleriverretreat.com. 256-997-6939. 512 CR 626, 35984. Little River Retreats and Wild Woods Cabin Rentals feature cabins in Mentone
and Fort Payne, centrally located on Lookout Mountain. Here you’ll find five cabins offering a quiet retreat minutes from major attractions.
LOONEYBIN CABIN
256-418-2299. 195 Rd. 934, 35984. Get away from crazy and relax at the LooneyBin Cabin in Mentone. Cozy, rustic cabin tucked away in the woods. Deer and turkey play in the yard in a unique tree house setting.
MENTONE CABINS
cabinsandrentalsinmentone alabama.com. 706-413-0533. 5595 Hwy. AL 117, 35984. Mentone Cabins offers a wide variety of cabin sizes and locations to help you recharge, unwind and relax. Pet-friendly and accessible options available.
MENTONE LOG CABINS
mentonelogcabins.com. 256-657-4335. 250 CR 600, 35984. Cabins feature fireplaces, whirlpool tub in bedroom and hot tub on deck. Cabins are fully furnished with washer and dryer, dishwasher, central heat and air, front and rear porch, and gas grill.
MENTONE MOUNTAIN GETAWAYS
mentonemountaingetaways.com. 888-920-8445. 15259 CR 89, 35984. These cabins are nicely furnished and well maintained. We take pride in our cabins to ensure the perfect atmosphere for you here on Lookout Mountain!
MENTONE RENTAL CABINS
mentonerentalcabins.com. 205-533-6111. Various locations, 35967. Our cabins provide the doorway to the unsurpassed natural beauty of Mentone and DeSoto State Park. Explore clear streams, secluded mountain trails, forgotten natural beauty, a peaceful environment, cool breezes and abundant wildlife.
MENTONE VACATION RENTALS
mentonevacationrentals.com. 205-604-1093. Various locations, 35967. Soak in an authentic vacation experience in one of the 5-star-rated, rustic, luxe vacation rental cabins, lodges or chalets that sit atop beautiful Lookout Mountain. The veteran/ family-owned property offers stunning vistas, a fountain, dogwoods, a pond and beautiful rock formations.
MOUNTAINWOOD COTTAGES
mountainwoodcottages.com. 904-612-7542. 22148 CR 89, 35984. Amenities include a full kitchen with all new full-size appliances, including stove, refrigerator, built-in microwave and dishwasher. Back porch deck extends the length of the cottage. Full-size gas grill and hot tub for four.
PENNY’S RETREATS
facebook.com/Pennys-Retreats417248355058016. 256-886-1570. 3567 AL Hwy. 117, 35984. A beautiful, peaceful getaway located on top of Lookout Mountain in the
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delanding.com. 256-506-2277. 7239 Scottsboro Hwy., 35769. Beautiful two-acre Lake Guntersville cabin property is located mid-lake at the Waterfront boat ramp. Enjoy beautiful views of Lake Guntersville and surrounding mountains. Six cabins and three lakefront homes.
rentalcabinsatmentone.com. 256-634-0046, 205-415-8785. 109 CR 9080, 35984. Tommy and Betty Milham invite you to come away to Mentone on Lookout Mountain. Three beautiful, award-winning cabins; three-acre lake for canoeing and fishing; hot tubs; Jacuzzis; fireplaces.
SETASPELL BY THE LAKE
vrbo.com/427513. 256-997-5555. 470 CR 637, 35967. A rustic cabin located on a beautiful rocky site on Little River’s Lake Lahusage, just a few miles out of Mentone. Spend time relaxing on the porch watching the birds and squirrels, or swim and canoe in the lake.
STONERIDGE COTTAGES
vrbo.com/80872, homeaway.com/ 3571237. 256-634-9031. 21595 Scenic Dr., 35984. Two cottages with beautiful views of the valley. One unique cottage features stone walls, Wi-Fi, satellite TV and hot tub. The second Pottery Barn-style cottage has 1 bedroom and hot tub.
SUMMER HAVEN
summerhaven-desotofalls.com. 256-273-4467. 132 CR 650, 35984. Sleep to the sound of DeSoto Falls in one of two cabins that overlook the beautiful waterfall. Both are decorated with antiques, and guests can take a swim in the pool on the property.
THE WILDERNESS
thewildernessofmentone.com. 770-630-4581. 672 CR 626, 35984. A family-oriented wilderness getaway retreat features private cottages, each with central heat and air, screened porch, fully equipped kitchen, TV/VCR and private bath.
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wiporwil.com/next-door.htm. 256-762-8740. 378 Sycamore Dr., 35661. Spacious, three-level home with breathtaking scenery, located on the Tennessee River. Perfect for golfers, family reunions and vacationers. It features wraparound porches, boat house, two boat slips and three piers.
ROGERSVILLE { map A-3 } JOE WHEELER STATE PARK COTTAGES
alapark.com/joe-wheeler-statepark. 256-247-5461. 4401 McLean Dr., 35652. Ten lakeside cottages, located in the mouth of First Creek, have two or three bedrooms, each with a wonderful view of Wheeler Lake. All have satellite TV, central heat and air, fireplaces and kitchens. Some also have accessibility and allow pets.
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GOOSE POND COLONY
goosepond.org. 256-912-0592. 417 Ed Hembree Dr., 35769. Enjoy two beautiful, 18-hole championship golf courses, comfortable lakeside cottages, lodge, relaxing waterfront campground, full-service marina, meeting facilities, The Docks Restaurant, swimming pool and beach area.
MENTONE VACATION RENTALS F or incredible views of L ookout M ountain and a five- star, pampering escape, stay at any of the 1 0 M entone V acation H omes, including gorgeous G eneral’ s L odge ( pictured here) .
JACKSON COUNTY PARK CABINS
jacksoncountyal.gov/ jacksoncountypark. 256-574-4719. 2302 County Park Rd., 35769. Sitting only four miles from the Tennessee River channel, it is the perfect spot for the eager fisherman, duck hunter, boater, swimmer or water skier.
LAKELANDS LIMITED VACATION RENTALS
lakelandslimited.com. 256-571-5915. 185 Carlton Rd., 35769. Choose from 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom cabin rentals with open floor plans in the waterfront Lakeside Loft or Fisherman’s Village on beautiful Lake Guntersville or Kudzu Cove just off the banks of the Tennessee River.
STEELE { map D-6 } HORSE PENS 40
hp40.com. 256-538-7439. 3525 CR 42, 35987. Nine rustic cabins that sleep up to six each are nestled atop Chandler Mountain at our historic outdoor nature park. Rates include bouldering until sundown the day you leave.
TOWN CREEK { map B-3 } DOUBLEHEAD RESORT
doublehead.com. 256-6859267. 145 CR 314, 35672. Kayaks, paddleboards, paddle boats, canoes, sporting clays, quail hunts, nature trail, pool, tennis, basketball, playgrounds, golf cart rentals, fishing guide service.
JOE WHEELER STATE PARK CABINS & COTTAGES
alapark.com. 256-685-2656. 24921 AL Hwy. 101N, 35672. Whether you arrive by land or water, there’s no mistaking the beauty and serenity of this 2,550acre resort park. Choose a lakeside cottage, cozy cabin or room at the rustic group lodge.
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OUTDOOR G et outside and take advantage of places to play on public lands— and public waters.
So, here’s the thing. You don’t have to head west to find epic ways to enjoy nature, to prove your mettle in the outdoors, to refresh and commune with Ma Nature. They’re all right here in Alabama. The state boasts challenging whitewater to paddle, gnarly rock faces to climb, gamboling trails to hike or bike, and enviable hunting. Not to mention the amazing fishing, abundant caving and breadth of wildlife watching. Then there are the lakes and the Gulf of Mexico, each ripe with opportunities for powerboating and scuba diving. Finally, with terrain that spans from mountainous to maritime, the Yellowhammer State’s places to camp, such as Gulf State Park’s Outpost (below), never feel the same. For a more complete education in Alabama’s outdoor offerings, visit outdooralabama.com.
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Left to right: Cherokee Rock Village in Leesburg, powerboating on Lake Eufaula, snapper fishing on Dauphin Island
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srael Partridge, owner of True Adventure Sports in Fort Payne, knows Alabama’s natural beauty and variety surprises visitors. He calls it the state’s “wow factor.” When it comes to the outdoors, he says, “Alabama is way undersold… I guess it being undersold makes it the best because you can still explore the mountains and caves without crowds.” He adds that Alabama ties with Utah for some of the hardest rock-climbing routes in the country. With so many opportunities to explore, where should outdoorsy people start? It all depends on what you already love or what you’ve always wanted to try. So go ahead, grab your gear and discover the great Southern outdoors.
Rad Rock Climbing
Like Partridge mentioned, Alabama does not get a lot of climbing love, but it should. All styles of rock climbing are represented here. Trad climbers visit Jamestown for its excellent sandstone lines. It is not developed like Leesburg’s Cherokee Rock Village, aka Sand Rock, which offers more than double the routes. Plus, sport climbs and bouldering are part of its mix. The place with more routes than anywhere, however, is also part of the Triple Crown Bouldering Series: Horse Pens 40 in Steele. Climbers have their choice of more than 290 bouldering problems here. A close second for bouldering lies near Birmingham in Hoover. Among the beautiful trees and hiking trails of Moss Rock Preserve, bouldering fans find nearly 50 different routes.
Reel Fun
Fishing for smallmouth, largemouth, striper and tide bass is so good here that 13 lakes form the Alabama Bass Trail. Eufaula proudly touts its lake’s fishery and is the self-proclaimed Big Bass Capital of the World. It even has a 10-foot-tall bass statue named Manny to remind anglers of the area’s excellent fishing and to remember legendary fishing lure designer Tom Mann. Saltwater fishing, too, gets a lot of attention, particularly for red snapper. The season may be
short, but it’s exciting! The fish can weigh up to 45 pounds, but most caught off Orange Beach—site of a healthy fishery—are about eight pounds. If snagged in the off-season, then the fish must be released.
Pleasurable Boating
Whether pulling a water skier, anchoring by a swimming hole or just cruising, boating is popular across the state. Join residents from Birmingham and Montgomery who congregate on Lake Martin, particularly near Chimney Rock, where cliff jumping
is a favorite activity. Lake Guntersville attracts its share of boaters, too. Here, the vibe is calm and family friendly.
Wildlife Watching
While recreating, you might encounter native creatures. Often, the most exciting to see are the sunning alligators or the darting swallow-tailed kites, which fly up to 60 mph to snap an insect lunch. Area national wildlife refuges (NWRs) are excellent spots to see animals. Bon Secour NWR is known for migrating songbirds, sea turtles and the endangered beach mouse. Wheeler NWR attracts birds, but it also harbors large populations of feral hogs and deer. Fern Cave NWR houses the largest wintering colony of gray bats in the United States. www.alabama.travel | 161
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Mountain Biking Mojo
Trails for fat-tire fans cut through many public lands. One of the longest, Coldwater Mountain Bike Trail runs about 35 miles outside Anniston. With gentle rides and a tough black diamond, the area appeals to mountain bikers of every ability. Similarly, riders look to Oak Mountain State Park in Pelham for singletrack (and a bit of doubletrack) that is open to all levels. Recently, The Red Trail gained a few more miles. As mountain biking’s popularity grows, many areas are lengthening their offerings. Philip Darden, manager of James Bros Bikes in Opelika, told Alabama News Center, “When it comes to mountain biking, Alabama is a hidden gem.”
Beneath the Stars
Most state parks offer tent camping; some offer modern sites ideal for RVs. Bathhouses are available, so you don’t have to completely rough it. Camping shelters in the Mobile-Tensaw Delta draw paddlers, and cabins prove attractive in Gulf and DeSoto state parks. And if you do want to rough it, backcountry sites dot Oak Mountain State Park.
Underwater Rapture
Thanks to several artificial reefs, the Gulf Coast teems with fish and plants of interest to divers and snorkelers. The Whiskey, the hull of a sunken
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Spanish rum runner, invites snorkelers and beginner divers because of its easy beach access and 15- to 25foot depth. More experienced divers will find LuLu and the recently sunk Fairfield New Venture more of a challenge.
A Hunting We Will Go
What do you get when you take more than 1.3 million acres of public hunting land, liberal seasons and large bag limits? Yep, hunting in Alabama. Bird hunters rave about the bobwhite quail and waterfowl. Other hunters come for the white-tailed deer and feral hogs. The state supports several programs including Becoming an Outdoors Woman and seasons for disabled hunters.
DON’T MISS Paddling Pleasure From N orth A labama to the G ulf C oast, doz ens of w aterw ays invite you to ex plore. K ayak ers can playboat in the rivers that flow off the A ppalachian R ange w hile stand-up paddleboarders find the state’ s lak es good spots to practice. C anoeists find year-round boating along the coast, w here they launch into estuarine marsh, cypress-tupelo sw amp and bottomland hardw ood ecosystems. O utfitters such as T rue A dventure S ports often rent eq uipment w hile also offering guided trips. P ages 3 4 – 3 7 provide more details about w here to dip a paddle.
Hiking Heaven M orning, noon and night, you can hik e and come across something interesting in A labama. D iscover a sunrise that w ill mak e the start of a new day a celebration from most any east-facing spot on a beach trail or the top of a peak . P ause to picnic and appreciate the riverside view s on trails in the south and central regions. Y ou can find open spaces, w here the sun w arms you the entire w ay, or shady paths that meander through forests. P aved or dirt, the hik ing trails here are numerous and w orth lacing up your boots. S ee page 22 to learn more about stepping out.
Underground Excitement A ccording to the Huntsville-based N ational S peleological S ociety, A labama harbors more than 4 ,200 k now n caves. M ost are w ild and located on private land, thus not available to the public. N evertheless, several spots are open to view ing this amaz ing underground w ilderness. T urn to page 26 to check out w here to go.
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CAMPGROUNDS No endorsement is made or implied as to the quality of goods and services listed in this guide. This is not meant to be an inclusive list. Call to verify availability of listed amenities, RV size restrictions, pet restrictions and to ask about other features.
KEY TO ABBREVIATIONS REH: RV Electric Hookup, RSW: RV Sewer Hookup, RWH: RV Water Hookup, PA: Pets Allowed, BF: Bathroom Facilities, LF: On-site Laundry Facilities, WI: Wi-Fi, PC: Primitive Camping
GULF COAST BAY MINETTE { map N-3 } CAROL HODGSON ARENA RV & CAMPGROUND
northbaldwinchamber.com. 251-580-1619. 43421 Pine Grove Rd., 36507. REH, BF
DRIFTWOOD RV PARK
driftwoodrvparkalabama.com. 251-597-9825. 9318 U.S. Hwy. 98, 36532. 51 pull-through sites. REH, RSW, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
SOUTHERN WAY RV PARK
southernwayrvpark.com. 251-331-2604. 19500 Boothe Rd., 36532. REH, RSH, RWH
OWA CAMPGROUND
visitowa.com. 251-923-2111.
SUNCHASE RV PARK
facebook.com/Foley-Sunchase-RVPark-1586992328277706. 251-6009170. 11853 Grantham Rd., 36535. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
GULF SHORES { map P-3 } BAY BREEZE RV PARK ON THE BAY
baybreezerv.com. 251-540-2362. 1901 Bay Breeze Pkwy., 36542. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI.
DOC’S RV PARK
docsrvpark.com. 251-968-4511. 17595 AL Hwy. 180W, 36542. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
FORT MORGAN RV PARK
fortmorganrvpark.com. 251-540-2416. 10397 AL Hwy. 180W, 36542. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
CITRONELLE { map N-2 }
FOLEY { map P-3 }
CITRONELLE LAKEVIEW RV PARK
AHOY RV RESORT
ahoyrvresort.com. 251-233-7250. 13000 Springsteen Lane, 36535. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
rvcampresorts.com. 251-968-8884. 19800 Oak Rd. W (CR 6), 36542. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
CREOLA { map N-2 }
ALABAMA COAST CAMPGROUND
GULF COAST RV PARK
cityofcitronelle.com. 251-866-9647. 17850 Municipal Park Dr., 36522. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
I-65 RV CAMPGROUND
i65rvcampground.com. 251-675-6347. 730 Jackson Rd., 36525. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
MOBILE COUNTY RIVER DELTA MARINA & CAMPGROUND
mobilecountyal.gov. 251-574-2266. 2350 Dead Lake Marina Rd., 36525. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
DAUPHIN ISLAND { map P-2 }
DAUPHIN ISLAND CAMPGROUND
dauphinisland.org. 251-861-2742. 109 Bienville Ave., 36528. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
PELICAN NEST RV RESORT & CAMPGROUND
alabamacoastrv.com. 251-752-0474. 11959 Barin Field Rd., 36535. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, WI, PC
ANCHORS AWEIGH RV RESORT
FAIRHOPE { map P-3 } COASTAL HAVEN RV PARK
facebook.com/Coastal-Haven-RVPark-1695660520674861. 251-9909011, 251-929-4298. 10151 CR 32, 36532. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
mobilecountyal.gov/living/parks_ chickasabogue.html. 251-574-2267. 760 Aldock Rd., 36613. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
CITY RV PARKS
cityrvparks.net. 251-342-3383. 1619 Dover St., 36618. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
PALA VERDE MOBILE HOME & RV PARK
palaverderv.com. 251-660-7148. 3525 Demetropolis Rd., #06, 36602. REH, RSH, RWH, PA
SHADY ACRES CAMPGROUND
shadyacresmobile.com. 251-478-0013. 2500 Old Military Rd. 36605. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
MT. VERNON { map N-2 } MOWA CHOCTAW RV PARK
mowachoctawindians.com. 251-829-5500. 1080 Red Fox Rd. W, 36560. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF
ORANGE BEACH { map P-3 }
BEACH EXPRESS RV PARK
ISLAND RETREAT RV PARK
BUENA VISTA COASTAL RV RESORT
beachexpressrvpark.com. 251-9707277. 22225 U.S. Hwy. 98, 36535. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
BELLA TERRA OF GULF SHORES bellaterrarvresort.com. 251-970-2370, 866-417-2416. 101 Viabella Terra, 36535. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
BLUEGRASS RV PARK
251-971-1874. 21403 U.S. Hwy. 98, 36535. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
FOLEY OAKS RV RESORT
jellystonegulfcoast.com. 251-986-3566. 12160 Wortel Rd., 36530. 51 sites. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
CHICKASABOGUE PARK
BEECH CAMPERS
ELBERTA { map P-3 }
YOGI BEAR’S JELLYSTONE PARK™ CAMP RESORT
GULF STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
baypalmsrvresort.com. 251-873-4700. 15440 Dauphin Island Pkwy., Coden, 36523. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
alapark.com/gulfstate. 251-948-7275. 22050 Campground Rd., 36542. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
CREEKSIDE RV RESORT
lakeosprey.com. 251-986-3800. 12054 Gateway Dr., 36530. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
gulfcoastrvpark.com. 251-968-6494. 5584 CR 6, 36542. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
BAY PALMS RV RESORT
anchorsaweighrvresort.com. 251-971-6644. 19814 CR 20S, 36535. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
dauphinislandcampground.com. 251-861-2338. 1510 Bienville Blvd. 36528. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
LAKE OSPREY RV RESORT
GULF BREEZE RV RESORT
MOBILE { map O-2 }
creekside-rv.com. 251-978-0097. 21240 Miflin Rd., 36535. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI foleyoaks.com. 251-970-0110. 9619 CR 65, 36535. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
JOHNNY’S LAKESIDE RV RESORT
johnnyslakesidervresort.com. 251-970-3773. 15810 N. McKenzie St., 36535. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
MAGNOLIA FARMS RV PARK
magnoliafarmsrvpark.com. 251-9287335. 13381 Lipscomb Rd., 36535. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
MAGNOLIA SPRINGS RV HIDEAWAY CAMPGROUND
gorvingal.com. 251-965-6777. 10723 Magnolia Springs Hwy., 36535. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
islandretreatrvpark.com. 251-967-1666. 18201 AL Hwy. 180W, 36542. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
LAZY LAKE RV PARK
lazylakervpark.com. 251-968-7875. 18950 Old Plash Island Rd., 36542. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
LUXURY RV RESORT
luxuryrvresort.com. 251-948-5444. 590 Gulf Shores Pkwy., 36542. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
SOUTHPORT CAMPGROUND southportcampground.com. 251-968-6220. 108 Waterway W. Blvd., 36542. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
SUGAR SANDS RV RESORT sugarsandsrvresort.com. 251-968-2223. 5343 Roscoe Rd., 36542. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
SUN RUNNERS RV PARK
sunrunnersrvparkgulfshores.com. 251-955-5257. 19480 CR 8, 36542. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
LILLIAN { map P-4 } GULF SHORES PENSACOLA WEST LOST BAY KOA
lostbayrv.net. 251-961-1717. 11650 CR 99, 36549. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
251-981-4136. 4224 Orange Beach Blvd., 36561. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
buenavistarvresort.com. 251-980-1855. 23601 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
HERITAGE MOTOR COACH RESORT AND MARINA
heritagemotorcoachresortrentals.com. 251-923-3401. 28888 Canal Rd., 36561. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
PANDION RIDGE LUXURY RV RESORT
pandionridge.com. 844-707-4343. 22800 Canal Rd, 36561. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
ROBERTSDALE { map O-3 }
AZALEA ACRES RV PARK
azaleaacresrvpark.com. 251-947-9530. 27450 Glass Rd., 36567. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
HILLTOP RV PARK
hilltoprvpark.com. 251-229-5880. 23420 CR 64, 36567. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
RIVERSIDE RV RESORT
riverside-rvresort.com. 251-945-1110. 25625 Water Rapids Rd., 36567. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
WILDERNESS RV PARK
wildernessrvpark.com. 251-960-1195. 24280 Patterson Rd., 36567. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
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SILVERHILL { map O-3 } WALES WEST RV RESORT
PECAN GROVE MOTOR HOME RV PARK
CHEWACLA STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
waleswest.com. 251-232-2322. 13670 Smiley St., 36576. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
pecangrovervparkalabama.com. 251-973-1013. 10420 Dauphin Island Pkwy., 36580. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, LF, WI
alapark.com. 334-887-5621. 124 Shell Toomer Pkwy., 36830. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
SPANISH FORT
STOP-N-REST RV PARK
eagleslandingrv.com. 334-821-8805. 1900 Wire Rd., 36832. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
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HISTORIC BLAKELEY STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
blakeleypark.com. 251-626-0798. 34745 AL Hwy. 225, 36527. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
MEAHER STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
alapark.com. 251-626-5529. 5200 Battleship Pkwy. E, 36577. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
STOCKTON { map N-3 } CAMP DELTA RV PARK & CABINS
facebook.com/campdelta2000. 251-580-0981. 8880 Bryant Landing Rd., 36579. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
HUBBARD’S LANDING CABINS & RV CAMPGROUND
hubbardlanding.com. 251-937-5726. 9100 Hubbard’s Landing Rd., 36579. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
LIVE OAK LANDING
liveoakalabama.com. 251-800-7464. 8700 Live Oak Rd., 36579. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
MATTHEWS LANDING/ LOWER BRYANT LANDING RV CAMPGROUND
matthewslanding.com. 251-294-0421. 8900 Lower Bryant Landing Rd., 36579. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, WI, PC
SUMMERDALE { map P-3 } EMMAUS MOTOR COACH AND RV PARK
emmauspark.com. 251-989-9888. 23051 CR 38, 36580. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
ESCAPEES RAINBOW PLANTATION
escapees.com. 251-988-8132. 14301 CR 28, 36580. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
GRAYSTONE RV PARK
graystonerv.com. 251-401-7008. 20899 CR 36, 36580. REH, RSH, RWH, PA
THEODORE { map O-2 } ALL ABOUT RELAXING RV PARK
allaboutrelaxingrv.com. 251-375-0661. 8950 Three Notch Rd., 36582. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
MOBILE’S I-10 KAMPGROUND
251-653-9816. 6430 Theodore Dawes Rd., 36582. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
PAYNE’S RV PARK, INC.
paynesrvpark.com. 251-653-1034. 7970 Bellingrath Rd., 36582. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
251-604-0751. 11042 Bellingrath Rd., 36582. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, LF, WI
SOUTH ABBEVILLE { map L-10 } HARDRIDGE CREEK CAMPGROUND (USACE)
recreation.gov. 334-585-5945. 592 U.S. Government Rd., 36310. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
ALBERTA { map J-4 } CHILATCHEE CREEK CAMPGROUND (USACE)
recreation.gov. 334-573-2562. 2267 Chilatchee Creek Rd., 36720. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
ANDALUSIA { map M-6 } ANDALUSIA RV PARK
334-488-6299. 14700 Pear Tree Lane, 36420. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, WI
GANTT LAKE RV PARK AND RENTALS
ganttlakervpark.com. 334-714-3704, 334-892-4341. 31367 Catfish Lane, 36421. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI.
HIDE-AWAY RV PARK
EAGLE’S LANDING RV PARK
UNIVERSITY STATION RV RESORT
universitystationrvpark.com. 334-821-8968. 3076 AL Hwy. 14, 36832. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
CLAUDE D. KELLEY RECREATIONAL AREA & LITTLE RIVER STATE FOREST
forestry.alabama.gov/Pages/ Management/LittleRiverSF.aspx. 251-862-2022. 580 H. Kyle Rd, 36502. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
MAGNOLIA BRANCH WILDLIFE RESERVE
magnoliabranch.com. 251-446-3423. 24 Big Creek Rd., 36502. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
AUBURN { map I-9 } AUBURN RV PARK AT LEISURE TIME CAMPGROUND
rvauburn.com. 334-821-2267. 2670 S. College St., 36832. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
BAR-W RV PARK
barwrvpark.com. 334-887-3631. 891 Lee Rd. 395, 36830. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
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HIDDEN HOLLOW RV PARK
JUST FRIENDS RV PARK
autumnlakervpark.com. 601-770-3213. 1049 Fairford Rd., 36513. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
CAMDEN { map K-4 } MILLERS FERRY CAMPGROUND (USACE)
recreation.gov. 334-682-4191. 111 E. Bank Park Rd., 36726. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
ROLAND COOPER STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
alapark.com. 334-682-4838. 285 Deer Run Dr., 36726. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
CASTLEBERRY { map M-5 }
COUNTRY SUNSHINE RV PARK
CLIO { map L-9 }
ATMORE { map N-4 }
facebook.com/harpershappyhide away. 334-589-3426. 960 Eudon Best Rd., Ashford, 36312. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, LF
AUTUMN LAKE RV PARK
OPEN POND - CONECUH NATIONAL FOREST
pointalake.com. 334-388-0342. 25882 Sailboat Rd., 36421. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
HARPER’S HAPPY HIDEAWAY
CALVERT { map M-2 }
251-966-5540. 12307 CR 6, 36432. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
POINT A PARK RV PARK AND CAMPGROUND
cherryblossomrv.com. 334-792-3313. 4100 S. Oates St., 36301. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
hiddenhollowrvpark.com. 334-316-9300. 11295 U.S. Hwy. 231, Cottonwood, 36320. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, WI
334-504-9814. 128 Hide-A-Way Court Rd., 36420. REH, RSH, RWH, WI
fs.usda.gov/alabama. 334-222-2555. 9760 Tower Rd., 36420. REH, RWH, PA
CHERRY BLOSSOM RV PARK
BLUE SPRINGS STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
alapark.com. 334-397-4875. 2595 AL Hwy. 10, 36017. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
COFFEEVILLE { map K-2 } SERVICE CAMPGROUND AT COFFEEVILLE LAKE
recreation.gov. 251-753-6935. 451 Service Park Rd., Silas, 36919. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
COTTONTON { map J-10 } BLUFF CREEK CAMPGROUND (USACE)
recreation.gov. 334-855-2746. 144 Bluff Creek Rd., Pittsview, 36871. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
DEMOPOLIS { map I-3 } FOSCUE CREEK PARK
recreation.gov. 334-289-5535. 1800 Lock and Dam Rd., 36732. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
DOTHAN { map M-9 } A-OKAY RV PARK
aokayrvpark.com. 334-718-7576. 5081 3rd Ave., 36301. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
facebook.com/justfriendsrvpark. 334-796-2244. 13329 U.S. Hwy. 84E, Ashford, 36312. REH, RSH, RWH, PA
TODD FARMS RV PARK
toddfarms.com/rvpark. 334-693-2004. 19326 U.S. Hwy. 431, Headland, 36545. REH, RSH, RWH, BF, LF
DOZIER { map L-7 } CYPRESS LANDING RV PARK clrvpark.com. 334-388-1008. 32249 Riverland Dr., 36028. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
EUFAULA { map K-10 } LAKE EUFAULA CAMPGROUND lakeeufaulacampground.com. 334-687-4425. 151 W. Chewalla Creek Dr., 36027. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
LAKEPOINT RESORT STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
alapark.com. 334-687-6026. 104 Old Hwy. 165, 36027. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
WHITE OAK CREEK CAMPGROUND (USACE)
recreation.gov. 334-687-3101. 395 AL Hwy. 95, 36027. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
EVERGREEN { map L-5 } OWASSA LAKESIDE RV PARK & CAMPGROUND
251-578-0976. 108 Owassa Cir., 36401. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
FLORALA { map N-7 } LAKE JACKSON RV CAMPGROUND
alapark.com. 334-858-6425. 439 Victoria Lane, 36442. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
SARA’S BIG R CAMPGROUND 334-858-7581. 23457 5th Ave., 36442. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
FORT RUCKER { map M-8 }
ENGINEER BEACH RV PARK & CAMPGROUND
rucker.armymwr.com. 334-255-4234. Bldg. 24207, Lake Tholocco, 36362. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
FRANKLIN { map I-8 }
OPP { map M-7 }
WETUMPKA { map I-7 }
CALERA { map G-6 }
ISAAC CREEK CAMPGROUND (USACE)
FRANK JACKSON STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
FORT TOULOUSE-JACKSON PARK CAMPGROUND
ROLLING HILLS CONFERENCE CENTER & RV PARK
GREENVILLE { map K-6 }
OZARK { map L-9 }
SHERLING LAKE PARK & CAMPGROUND
MR. D’S RV & CAMPER PARK
recreation.gov. 251-282-4254. 5030 Lock and Dam Rd., Unit 4, 36444. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
greenville-alabama.com. 334-382-3638. 4397 Braggs Rd., 36037. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, WI, PC
LOWNDESBORO { map J-6 }
PRAIRIE CREEK CAMPGROUND (USACE)
recreation.gov. 334-418-4919. 582 Prairie Creek Rd., 36752. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
MILLBROOK { map I-7 } K & K, INC.
334-285-5251. I-65N, Exit 179, 1810 Service Rd. E, 36054. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, LF
MILLRY { map L-1 } KJ. EMMETT WOOD LAKE/ WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC LAKE CAMPGROUND
outdooralabama.com/washingtoncounty-pfl. 251-846-2512. 809 State Lake Rd., 36558.
MONTGOMERY { map J-7 }
CAPITAL CITY RV PARK
capitalcityrvpark.net. 334-271-8063. 4655 Old Wetumpka Hwy., 36110. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
GUNTER HILL CAMPGROUND (USACE)
recreation.gov. 334-269-1053. 561 Booth Rd., 36108. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
MONTGOMERY SOUTH RV PARK
montgomerysouthrvpark.com. 334-284-7006. 731 Venable Rd., Hope Hull, 36043. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
THE WOODS RV PARK & CAMPGROUND
woodsrvpark.com. 334-356-1887. 4350 Sassafras Cir., 36105. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
OPELIKA { map H-9 } LAKESIDE RV PARK
lakesidervparkopelikaal.com. 334-705-0701. 5664 U.S. Hwy. 280E, 36804. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
SPRING VILLA PARK & CAMPGROUND
opelika-al.gov. 334-787-0647. 1474 Lee CR 148, 36804. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF
alapark.com. 334-493-6988. 100 Jerry Adams Dr., 36467. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, WI, PC
mrdsrvpark.com. 334-774-8361. 377 U.S. Hwy. 231N, 36360. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
OZARK/FORT RUCKER KOA
koa.com/campgrounds/ozark. 334-774-3219. 2414 U.S. Hwy. 231N, 36360. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
PRATTVILLE { map I-6 } AUTAUGA CREEK RV CAMPGROUND
facebook.com/AutaugaCreekRV Campground. 334-361-3999. 959 Langford Ct. (CR 4), 36067. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, WI, PC
KOUNTRY AIR RV PARK
kountryairrv.com. 334-365-6861. 2133 U.S. Hwy. 82W, 36067. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
SELMA { map I-5 } GATHERING PLACE RV PARK 256-295-8177. 3296 U.S. Hwy. 80, 36701.
PAUL M. GRIST STATE PARK CAMPGROUND alapark.com. 334-872-5846. 1546 Grist Rd., 36701. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
SELMA FLEA MARKET RV PARK & CAMPGROUND
selmafleamarket.com. 334-875-0500. 606 River Rd., 36703. REH, BF
SIX MILE CREEK CAMPGROUND
recreation.gov. 334-872-9554, 334-875-6228. 6484 Dallas CR 77, 36701. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
ST. STEPHENS { map L-2 } ST. STEPHENS HISTORICAL PARK
fttoulousejackson.org/campground. 334-567-3002. 2521 W. Fort Toulouse Rd., 36093. REH, RWH, PA, BF
CENTRAL ADGER { map F-4 }
DESOTO CAVERNS FAMILY FUN PARK
desotocavernspark.com. 256-378-7252. 5181 DeSoto Caverns Pkwy., 35044. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
AKRON { map H-3 }
COLUMBIANA { map G-6 }
JENNINGS FERRY CAMPGROUND AND PARK (USACE)
PARADISE POINT MARINA & RV RESORT
recreation.gov. 205-372-1217. 1001 Jennings Ferry Rd., 35441. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
ALEXANDER CITY { map G-8 }
WIND CREEK STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
alapark.com. 256-329-0845. 4325 AL Hwy. 128, 35010. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
ALPINE { map F-7 } LOGAN LANDING RV & CABIN RESORT
loganlandingcabinresort.com. 256-268-0045. 1036 Paul Bear Bryant Rd., Alpine, 35014. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
ANNISTON { map E-8 } GANDER RV-CAMPGROUND OF OXFORD
visitcalhouncounty.com. 256-241-2295. 20 Garrett Cir., 36207. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
MICHAEL TUCKER PARK & CAMPGROUND
annistonal.gov/pages/?pageID=171. 256-847-7349. 6514 Weaver Rd., 36206. PA, BF, PC
SCENIC DRIVE RV PARK & CAMPGROUND
TROY { map K-8 }
BIRMINGHAM { map E-6 }
DEER RUN RV PARK
CARSON VILLAGE MOBILE HOME & RV PARK
carsonvillagemhp.com. 205-854-0059. 400 N. Carson Rd., 35215. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, LF, WI
heartofdixietrailride.com. 334-670-0005. 4162 CR 7708, 36081. REH, RSW, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
BRIERFIELD { map G-5 }
WALNUT CREEK RV PARK
brierfieldironworks.org. 205-665-1856. 240 Furnace Pkwy., 35035. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
walnutcreekrvpark.com. 334-482-3532. 222 CR 5516, 36081. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
{ map F-7 }
recreation.gov. 205-497-9828. 15036 Bankhead Rd., 35006. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
oldstephens.net. 251-247-2622. 2056 Jim Long Rd., 36569. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
HEART OF DIXIE TRAIL RIDE
CHILDERSBURG
BURCHFIELD BRANCH PARK
scenicdrivervpark.com. 256-201-8012. 24 Cheaha State Park Dr., 36207. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
deerrunrvpark.com. 334-566-6517. 102 Doe Dr. (GPS only), 36081. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
rollinghillscamp.org. 205-668-7253. 521 CR 304, 35040. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
BRIERFIELD IRONWORKS HISTORICAL STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
paradisepointmarina.com. 205-669-1515. 231 Paradise Point Dr., 35051. REH, RSH, RWH, WI
COTTONDALE { map G-4 } SUNSET RV PARKS
sunsetrvparks.com. 205-553-9233. 5001 JVC Rd., 35453. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
DELTA { map F-9 } CHEAHA STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
alapark.com. 256-488-5111. 19644 AL Hwy. 281, 36258. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
TALLADEGA NATIONAL FOREST—TURNIPSEED CAMPGROUND
fs.usda.gov/alabama. 256-362-2909. Talladega National Forest, 3.5 miles south of Cheaha State Park on AL Hwy. 281. PA, BF, PC
FORKLAND { map H-3 } FORKLAND CAMPGROUND recreation.gov. 334-289-5530. 1365 Forkland Park Rd., 36740. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
HEFLIN { map E-9 } COLEMAN LAKE RECREATION AREA
fs.usda.gov/alabama. 256-463-2272. Talladega National Forest, CR 500, Fruithurst, 36262. REH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
PINE GLEN RECREATION AREA
fs.usda.gov/alabama. 256-463-2272. Talladega National Forest, FS Rd. 500, 36264. PA, BF, PC
WARDEN STATION HORSE CAMP
fs.usda.gov/alabama. 256-463-2272. Talladega National Forest, CR 532, Liberty Hill, 35579. PA, BF, PC
HELENA { map F-5 } CHEROKEE CAMPGROUND & RV PARK
cherokeecampground.info. 205-428-8339. 2800 CR 93, 35080. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
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HOOVER { map F-6 }
PIEDMONT { map D-9 }
HOOVER RV PARK
CHIEF LADIGA TRAIL CAMPGROUND
hoovermetcomplex.com/rv-park. 205-739-7400, 605-275-1980. 100 Ben Chapman Dr., 35244. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, WI
chiefladigatrailcampground.com. 256-282-2370. 3180 CR 94, Borden Springs, 36272. PA, BF, LF, PC
JEMISON { map G-6 }
ROCKFORD { map H-7 }
MINOOKA PARK CAMPGROUND
GOLDMINE RIDGE CAMPING & RV PARK
chiltoncounty.org/minooka-park. 205-312-1376. 1922 CR 146, 35085. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
PEACH QUEEN CAMPGROUND peachqueenrvpark.com. 205-688-2573. 12986 CR 42, 35085. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
goldmineridgeal.com. 256-744-4932. 12 CR 121, 35136. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, WI
SHELBY { map G-6 } LACOOSA MARINA RV PARK
MILL CREEK RV PARK
millcreekrv.com. 256-732-3686. 28861 Veto Rd., Elkmont, 35620. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
NORTHGATE RV TRAVEL PARK
RIVERVIEW RV RESORT
CULLMAN { map C-4 }
256-729-6329. 4900 Snake Rd., 35611. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
ATTALLA { map D-7 } BIG WILLS CREEK CAMPGROUND
LANETT { map H-10 } AMITY CAMPGROUND
TALLADEGA { map F-7 }
BEAR CREEK { map C-2 }
CLEAR CREEK COVE RV RESORT
TWIN FORKS CAMPGROUND
TALLADEGA CREEKSIDE RESORT
BOAZ { map C-6 }
ALABAMA GOLD CAMP
alabamagoldcamp.com. 256-396-0389. 1398 CR 5, 36266. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
MCCALLA { map F-5 } TANNEHILL IRONWORKS HISTORICAL STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
tannehill.org. 205-477-5711. 12632 Confederate Pkwy., 35111. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
MOUNDVILLE { map G-3 } MOUNDVILLE ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK & CAMPGROUND
moundville.ua.edu/about/ campground. 205-371-2234. 634 Mound State Pkwy., 35474. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, WI, PC
PAYNE LAKE RECREATION AREA
fs.usda.gov/alabama. 205-926-9765. Talladega National Forest, 581 CR 71, 35474. REH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
cccrvresort.com. 256-589-5377. 765 Willingham Rd., 35160. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
BOAZ RV PARK
TOP TRAILS
CEDAR BLUFF
TUSCALOOSA { map G-4 } COACHES CORNER RV PARK coachescornerrvpark.com. 205-722-2048. 103 Hargrove Rd., 35401. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, WI
DEERLICK CREEK PARK CAMPGROUND (USACE)
recreation.gov. 205-759-1591. 12421 Deerlick Rd., 35406. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
LAKE LURLEEN STATE PARK
alapark.com. 205-339-1558. 13226 Lake Lurleen Rd., Coker, 35452. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
PELHAM { map F-6 }
VALLEY { map H-10 }
BIRMINGHAM SOUTH RV PARK
B&B RV PARK
bhamsouthrvpark.com. 205-664-8832. 222 CR 33, 35124. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
OAK MOUNTAIN STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
alapark.com. 205-620-2527. 200 Terrace Dr., 35124. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
PICKENSVILLE { map F-2 } PICKENSVILLE CAMPGROUND & DAY USE AREA (USACE)
recreation.gov. 205-373-6328. 61 Camping Rd., 35447. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
facebook.com/TFCG-Bear-CreekAlabama-2577492645654212. 205-486-4707, 205-269-1111. CR 79E, 35543. REH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
talladegacreekside.com. 256-362-9053. 760 Lake Whitland Rd., 35160. REH, RSH, RWH, PA toptrails.net. 256-649-0813. 1543 Home Dr., 35160. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
334-745-5414. 2189 Ben Brown Rd., 36854. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
NORTH ARLEY { map D-4 } HIDDEN COVE RV RESORT
arrowheadrvparksmithlake.com. 256-747-2519. 761 CR 941, 35053. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
THE LOST COVE
bigwillscampground.com. 256-3442473. 2075 AL Hwy. 77, 35954. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
LINEVILLE { map F-8 }
ARROWHEAD RV PARK
alabamarvtravel.com. 256-232-8800. 1757 U.S. Hwy. 31N, 35613. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, WI
lacoosamarina.com. 205-669-6628. 150 Lake Shore Dr., 35143. REH, RSW, RWH, PA
recreation.gov. 334-499-2404. 1001 CR 393, 36863. REH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
CRANE HILL { map D-4 }
256-490-5960. 319 Billy Dyar Blvd., 35957. REH, RSH, RWH, PA
{ map C-8 }
THE COVE RESTAURANT, CAMPGROUND & MOTEL
visitthecove.com. 256-779-2683. 1210 CR 131, 35959. REH, RSH, RWH, PA
CURLEY’S COVE RV PARK
curleyscove.com. 256-996-5769. 8840 CR 44, 35959. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
DRIFTWOOD FAMILY CAMPGROUND
driftwoodfamilycampground.com. 256-526-8069. 500 CR 600, 35959. REH, RWH, PA, BF, WI
CENTRE { map C-8 } BAY SPRINGS CAMPGROUND 256-927-8224. 2520 CR 61, 35960. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF
BAY SPRINGS COUNTRY INN & MARINA
bayspringscountryinn.com. 256-927-3618, 130 CR 112, 35960. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, WI
COWAN CREEK RESORT
cowancreekresort.com. 256-475-3950. 5360 CR 22, 35960. REH, RSH, RWH, PA
205-563-0067. 188 CR 177, 35053. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, WI
CULLMAN CAMPGROUND
cullman-campground.business.site. 256-734-5853. 220 CR 1185, 35057. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
SMITH LAKE PARK
cullmancountyparks.com/ smithlakes.html. 256-739-2916. 416 CR 385, 35057. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
SPORTSMAN LAKE PARK
cullmancountyparks.com/ sportsman.html. 256-734-3052. 1544 Sportsman Lake Rd., 35055. REH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
DANVILLE { map C-4 } BANKHEAD NATIONAL FOREST—BRUSHY LAKE CAMPGROUND
fs.usda.gov/alabama. 205-489-5111. Bankhead National Forest, off CR 70 near Danville, 35619. PA, BF, PC
DECATUR { map B-4 } JAY LANDINGS MARINA & RV PARK
jaylandingsrvpark.com. 256-3033880. 1600 AL Hwy. 20W, 35601. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
MORGAN COUNTY CELEBRATION ARENA CAMPGROUND
morgancountyarena.com. 256-584-6725. 67 Horse Center Rd., 35603. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, WI
POINT MALLARD CAMPGROUND
pointmallardpark.com. 256-341-4826. 2600 C Point Mallard Dr., 35601. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
DOUBLE SPRINGS { map C-3 }
BANKHEAD NATIONAL FOREST—CORINTH CAMPGROUND
recreation.gov. 205-489-3165. Bankhead National Forest, 2540 CR 57, 35553. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF
FAYETTE { map E-2 }
thousandtrails.com/alabama/ hidden-cove-rv-resort. 205-221-7042. 687 CR 3919, 35541. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
PRUETT’S LAKESIDE CAMPGROUND
TIN TOP INN & CAMPGROUND
256-927-2975. 550 CR 531, 35960. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
tintopinn.com. 205-270-8655. 1796 CR 106, 35555. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
ATHENS { map A-4 }
CHEROKEE { map A-1 }
FLORENCE { map A-2 }
COWFORD CAMPGROUND
COLBERT ROSE TRAIL PARK
MCFARLAND PARK CAMPGROUND
limestoneparks.com. 256-434-0174. 8700 Cowford Rd., 35611. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
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colbertcounty.org/parks/rosetrailpark. 256-360-2764. 9395 Riverton Rose Trail, 35616. REH, RSW, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
florenceal.org. 256-740-8817. 200 James M. Spain Dr., 35630. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
FORT PAYNE { map B-8 } DESOTO STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
NORTHSHORE CAMPGROUND AT THE BIG ROCK 256-582-6157. Langston, 35755. REH, RSH, RWH, PA
alapark.com. 256-845-5075. 7104 DeSoto Pkwy. NE, 35967. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
OSSA-WIN-THA RESORT
LITTLE RIVER RV PARK & CAMPGROUND
RIVERVIEW CAMPGROUND
littleriverrvpark.com. 256-619-2267. 1357 CR 261, 35967. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
WILLS CREEK RV PARK
willscreekrvpark.com. 256-845-6703. 1310 Airport Rd. W, 35967. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
GADSDEN { map D-7 } THE COVE LAKESIDE RV RESORT & CAMPGROUND
thecoverv.com. 256-467-3158. 4122 Old Pump Station Rd., 35904. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
NOCCALULA FALLS PARK & CAMPGROUND
noccalulafallspark.com/campground. 256-549-4663. 1600 Noccalula Rd., 35904. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
RIVER COUNTRY RV CAMPGROUND
rivercountrycampground.com. 256-543-7111. 1 River Rd., 35901. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
GRANT { map B-6 } HONEYCOMB CAMPGROUND camp-honeycomb.com. 256-582-9884, 188 Campground Rd., 35904. REH, RWH, PA, BF, WI, PC
GUNTERSVILLE { map C-6 }
BLUE HERON RV RESORT
blueheronrvresort.com. 256-571-7527. 1727 Convict Camp Rd., 35976. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
GEORGIA MOUNTAIN RV RESORT
georgiamountainrvresort.com. 256-486-1510. 6065 AL Hwy. 69, 35976. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
HIDDEN VALLEY RV PARK
hiddenvalleyrvprk.com. 256-505-8045. 111 Hidden Valley Rd., 35976. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
LAKE GUNTERSVILLE STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
alapark.com. 256-571-5455. 24 State Campground Rd., 35976. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
LITTLE MOUNTAIN MARINA CAMPING RESORT
rvcampresorts.com. 256-582-8211. 1001 Murphy Hill Rd., Langston, 35755. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
MARSHALL COUNTY PARK #2 marshallco.org/departments/ parks/parks.html. 256-582-2193. 1686 Cha-La-Kee Rd., 35976. REH, RWH, PA, BF, WI, PC
256-582-4595. 212 Ossa Win Tha Rd., 35976. REH, PA, BF campingguntersville.com. 256-5823014. 1450 Cha-La-Kee Rd., 35976. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
LANGSTON { map B-7 } WINDEMERE COVE
windemerecove.com. 256-228-3010. 10174 CR 67, 35575. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
LEESBURG { map C-7 } CHESNUT BAY RV RESORT
chesnutbaycampground.com. 256-526-7778. 4507 CR 147, 35983. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
SEIBOLD CAMPGROUND AND MARINA
JOYLAND RV PARK
SOUTH SAUTY CREEK RESORT
LEESBURG LANDING & RV PARK
256-582-0040. 54 Seibold Creek Rd., 35976. REH, RWH, PA, BF southsautyresort.com. 256-582-6157. 122 Murphy Hill Dr., Langston, 35755. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
TOWN CREEK FISHING CENTER
alapark.com. 256-582-8358. 11868 AL Hwy. 227, 35976. PA, BF, PC
HARTSELLE { map B-4 } QUAIL CREEK RV RESORT
qcresort.com. 256-784-5033. 233 Quail Creek Dr., 35640. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
HILLSBORO { map B-3 } WHEELER LAKE KOA CAMPGROUND AT MALLARD CREEK
koa.com/campgrounds/decatur. 256-280-4390. 44 CR 443, 35643. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
HUNTSVILLE { map B-5 } DITTO LANDING
dittolanding.org. 256-883-9420. 293 Ditto Landing Rd., 35803. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, WI, PC
MONTE SANO STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
joylandrvpark-leesburg.com. 502-775-6565. 55 Keener Dr., 35983. REH, RWH, PA, WI, PC
leesburgal.com. 256-526-8890, 256-557-9377. 100 Riverside St., 35983. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
WEISS LAKE RV PARK
weisslakervpark.com. 678-571-1796. 55 CR 913, 35983. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF
MUSCLE SHOALS { map A-2 }
COLBERT COUNTY ALLOYS PARK
colbertcounty.org/parks/alloyspark. 256-577-9619. 180 Alloys Park Lane, 35661. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, WI, PC
PELL CITY { map E-6 } GENERAL LEE MARINA AND CAMPGROUND
spacecamp.com/travel/rvpark. 256-830-4987. 1 Tranquility Base, 35805. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF
JASPER { map D-3 } BANKHEAD NATIONAL FOREST—CLEAR CREEK CAMPGROUND
recreation.gov. 205-384-4792. Bankhead National Forest, 8079 Fall City Rd., 35503. REH, RWH, PA, BF
BEAR CREEK LAKES— WILLIAMS HOLLOW
bearcreeklakes.com. 256-332-4392. 585 Williams Hollow Rd., 35653. REH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
SCOTTSBORO { map B-7 }
CRAWFORD’S RV PARK
crawfordrvpark.com. 256-574-5366. 4320 S. Broad St., 35769. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, LF, WI
GOOSE POND COLONY RESORT CAMPGROUND
goosepond.org. 256-912-0075. 417 Ed Hembree Dr., 35769. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, WI, PC
JACKSON COUNTY PARK
jacksoncountyparkal.com. 256-574-4719. 2302 County Park Rd, 35769. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, WI, PC
STEELE { map D-6 } HORSE PENS 40
hp40.com. 256-538-7439. 3525 CR 42, 35987. REH, RWH, BF, PC
swancreekmhc.com. 256-355-5392. 10420 U.S. Hwy. 31, Tanner, 35671. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
lakesidelandingrvmarina.com. 205-525-5701. 4600 Martin St. S, Cropwell, 35054. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
alapark.com. 256-247-1184. 3171 McLean Dr., 35652. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
U.S. SPACE & ROCKET CENTER RV PARK
bearcreeklakes.com. 256-332-4392. 170 Slickrock Camp Rd., 35653. REH, RWH, PA, BF
LAKESIDE LANDING RV RESORT & MARINA
MOUNTAIN BREEZE RV PARK
madisoncountyal.gov/departments/ recreation-department/sharonjohnston-park/campground. 256-379-2868. 783 Coleman Rd., New Market, 35761. RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
BEAR CREEK LAKES— SLICKROCK
TANNER { map B-4 }
ROGERSVILLE { map A-3 }
SHARON JOHNSTON PARK
bearcreeklakes.com. 256-332-4392. 2696 AL Hwy. 37, Vina, 35593. REH, RWH, PA, BF
generalleecampground.com. 205-525-5114. 1367 River Rd., Cropwell, 35054. REH, RWH, PA, BF, WI, PC
alapark.com. 256-534-6589. 5105 Nolen Ave., 35801. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC 256-200-5133. 3829 U.S. Hwy. 231, Laceys Spring, 35754. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, LF
BEAR CREEK LAKES— PINEY POINT
JOE WHEELER STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
WHEELER RESERVATION CAMPGROUND
256-760-5878. 200 AL Hwy. 101, 35652. REH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
RUSSELLVILLE { map B-2 }
BEAR CREEK LAKES— ELLIOTT BRANCH
bearcreeklakes.com. 256-332-4392. 325 Elliott Branch Rd., 35653. REH, RWH, PA, BF
BEAR CREEK LAKES— HORSESHOE BEND
bearcreeklakes.com. 256-332-4392. 2355 Horseshoe Bend Rd., 35653. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF
SWAN CREEK RV COMMUNITY
TUSCUMBIA { map A-2 } HAWK PRIDE MOUNTAIN OFFROAD
hawkpridemountainoffroad.com/ camping. 256-349-4150. 144 Mountain Side Rd., 35674. REH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
HERITAGE ACRES RV PARK
heritageacresrvpark.com. 256-383-7368. 1770 Neil Morris Rd., 35674. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
SEVEN SPRINGS LODGE AND RATTLESNAKE SALOON
sevenspringslodge.net. 256-370-7218. 1292 Mt. Mills Rd., 35674. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
TUSCUMBIA RV PARK
tuscumbiapark.com. 256-383-2363. 18260 U.S. Hwy. 72W (116 Florida Lane for GPS), 35674. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI
WARRIOR { map D-4 } RICKWOOD CAVERNS STATE PARK CAMPGROUND
alapark.com. 205-647-9692. 370 Rickwood Park Rd., 35180. REH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
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WATERLOO { map A-1 }
WOODVILLE { map B-6 }
BRUSH CREEK PARK
CATHEDRAL CAVERNS
256-760-5878. 11520 CR 14, 35677. PA, BF, PC
HART’S RV PARK & CAMPGROUND
hartpark.com. 256-768-1555. 500 Hart Park Way, Pickwick Lake, 35677. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, PC
ORANGE BEACH { map P-3 }
alapark.com. 256-728-8193. 637 Cave Rd., 35776. REH, RWH, PA, BF, PC
BEAR POINT HARBOR, LLC
PARNELL CREEK RV PARK
CARIBE MARINA & WATERSPORTS
parnellcreekrvpark.com. 256-508-7308. 115 Parnell Cir., 35776. REH, RSH, RWH, PA, BF, LF, WI, PC
bearpointharbor.com. 251-981-2327. 5749 Bay La Launch Ave., 36561.
caribemarina.com. 251-980-8410. 28101 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
MOBILE COUNTY RIVER DELTA MARINA & CAMPGROUND
GULF SHORES { map P-3 }
FORT MORGAN MARINA
facebook.com/fortmorganmarina. 251-540-2628. 1577 AL Hwy. 180, 36542.
mobilecountyal.gov/living/parks_ river_delta.html. 251-574-2266. 2350 Dead Lake Marina Rd., 36525.
HOMEPORT MARINA
DAPHNE { map O-3 }
ICC MARINE
LAKE FOREST MARINA
lakeforestdaphne.com. 251-626-4521. 3 Yacht Club Dr., 36526.
DAUPHIN ISLAND { map P-2 }
DAUPHIN ISLAND MARINA
dauphinislandmarina.com. 251-8612201. 650 Le Moyne Dr., 36528.
ELBERTA { map P-3 } BARBER MARINA
barbermarina.com. 251-987-2628. 26986 Fish Trap Rd., 36530.
homeportmarina.net. 251-968-4528. 200 E. 25th Ave., 36542. iccmarinegulfshores.com. 251-752-6558. 2614 E. 2nd St., 36542.
NELSON BOATYARD INC. MARINA & DRY STORAGE
nelsonboatyard.com. 251-550-6054. 16800 Nelson Lane, 36542.
SAUNDERS YACHTWORKS GULF SHORES
FLORA-BAMA MARINA & WATERSPORTS
fishflorabama.com. 251-980-5222. 29603 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561. Full-service marina across from Flora-Bama with inshore and offshore fishing, dolphin tours, pontoon, Jet Ski, kayak and paddleboard rentals.
HAPPY HARBOR MARINA
happyharbors.com. 251-981-6111. 27212 Marina Rd., 36561.
HUDSON MARINA
riveryachtbasin.com. 251-776-4435. 3620 Scenic Dr., 36605.
Right: ATD/Chris Granger
fairhopeal.gov/community/ fairhope-docks-marina. 251-9290365. 850 Sea Cliff Dr., 36532.
SOUTHERN MARINA & HARBOR
facebook.com/pg/SouthernMarina-Harbor-108208575888085. 251-479-0955. 4514 Dauphin Island Pkwy., 36605.
SUNDOWNER MARINA
sundownermarina.com. 251-471-5999. 4910 Dauphin Island Pkwy., 36605.
TURNER MARINA YACHT SALES
turnermarine.com. 251-476-1444. 5010 Dauphin Island Pkwy., 36605.
FLY CREEK MARINA
flycreekmarina.com. 251-928-4868. 831 N. Section St., 36532.
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EUFAULA { map K-10 } CHEWALLA CREEK MARINA
chewallacreekmarina.com. 334687-5751. 580 Chewalla Rd., 36027.
LAKEPOINT RESORT STATE PARK MARINA
alapark.com. 334-687-6710. 104 Old Hwy. 165, 36027.
MONTGOMERY { map J-7 }
MONTGOMERY MARINA
SELMA CITY MARINA
selmaalabama.com. 334-875-7241. 1 Marina Dr., 36701.
TITUS { map H-7 } LAKE JORDAN MARINA
facebook.com/LakeJordanMarina Page. 334-567-8159. 789 Lakeland Dr., 36080.
251-443-8000. 6320 Dauphin Island Pkwy., 36605.
RIVER YACHT BASIN MARINA
anchorbay.com. 334-857-2654. 2001 Castaway Island Rd., 36024.
SELMA { map I-5 }
orangebeachmarina.com. 251-981-4207. 27075 Marina Rd., 36561.
BEACHCOMBER MARINA & DRY DOCK
dogrivermarina.com. 251-471-5449. 5004 Dauphin Island Pkwy., 36605.
FAIRHOPE DOCKS MARINA
kingfisherbaymarina.com. 334-341-3335. 201 Lock 4 Rd., 36732.
ORANGE BEACH MARINA & WATERSPORTS, LLC
REEL SURPRISE MARINA reelsurprisecharters.com. 251-981-7173. 27267 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
DOG RIVER MARINA
FAIRHOPE { map P-3 }
KINGFISHER BAY MARINA
capitoloysterbar.com/montgomerymarina. 334-239-8958. 617 Shade St., 36104.
MOBILE { map O-2 }
251-422-8900. 4962 Dauphin Island Pkwy., 36605.
piratescoveriffraff.com. 251-987-1224. 6664 CR 95, 36530. Pirates Cove is a familyowned marina and restaurant since 1957 in Josephine featuring burgers and pizza.
demyb.com. 334-289-4374. 130 Yacht Basin Dr., 36732.
hudsonmarina.net. 251-981-4127. 4575 S. Wilson Blvd., 36561.
saundersyacht.com. 251-981-3700. 605 Waterway E. Blvd., 36542.
DOCKSIDE MARINA
PIRATES COVE MARINA & RESTAURANT
DEMOPOLIS YACHT BASIN
ANCHOR BAY MARINA
No endorsement is made or implied as to the quality of goods and services listed in this guide.
CREOLA { map N-2 }
DEMOPOLIS { map I-3 }
ECLECTIC { map H-8 }
MARINAS GULF COAST
SOUTH
ROMAR MARINA
CENTRAL ADGER { map F-4 } FRANKLIN FERRY MARINA 205-686-7601. 520 Marina Rd., 35006
romarmarina.com. 251-981-9771. 26350 Cotton Bayou Dr., 36561.
ALEXANDER CITY
SAUNDERS MARINE CENTER
KOWALIGA MARINA
saundersyacht.com. 251-981-3700. 27075 Marina Rd., 36561.
SPORTSMAN MARINA
sportsmanmarina.com. 251-981-6247. 27844 Canal Rd., 36561.
THE WHARF MARINA
thewharfmarina.com. 251-224-1900. 4851 Wharf Pkwy., 36561.
ZEKE’S LANDING MARINA
zekeslanding.com. 251-981-4044. 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd., 36561.
{ map G-8 }
russellmarine.net. 256-472-5665. 255 Kowaliga Marina Rd., 35010.
THE RIDGE MARINA
russellmarine.net. 256-397-1300. 450 Ridge Marina Way, 35010.
RIVER NORTH MARINA
russellmarine.net. 256-645-8360. 250 River North Marina Rd., 35010.
SMITH MARINA ON LAKE MARTIN
facebook.com/pg/Smith-Marinaon-Lake-Martin-1678383529061100. 256-444-8793. 1590 Pine Point Rd., 35010.
NORTHPORT { map F-3 }
CROPWELL { map E-6 }
HUNTSVILLE { map B-5 }
SMITH’S MARINA & DRY DOCKS
WOODS SURFSIDE MARINA
DITTO LANDING MARINA
SHELBY { map G-6 }
CULLMAN { map C-4 }
JASPER { map D-3 }
facebook.com/Lake-Mitchell-Marina206900739438443. 205-755-8100. 522 CR 469, 35046.
LACOOSA MARINA
SMITH LAKE MARINA
DUSKIN POINT MARINA
COLUMBIANA
TRIDENT MARINE—LAY LAKE
DECATUR { map B-4 }
SQUIRREL’S MARINA
WIND CREEK STATE PARK MARINA
alapark.com. 256-329-0845. 4325 AL Hwy. 128, 35010.
CLANTON { map H-6 } LAKE MITCHELL MARINA
{ map G-6 }
PARADISE POINT MARINA
smithsmarina.net. 205-339-4415. 12175 Viewpoint Rd., 35475.
lacoosamarina.com. 205-669-6628. 150 Lake Shore Dr., 35143. tridentmarinas.com. 205-669-0077. 16229 CR 42, 35143.
woodssurfside.com. 205-525-5533. 37 Marina Dr., 35054.
smithlakemarina.com. 256-737-7131. 175 CR 312, 35057.
BRICKYARD LANDING MARINA
dittolanding.org. 256-883-9420. 293 Ditto Landing Rd., 35803.
205-384-6942. 198 Duskin Point Rd., 35504. squirrelsmarina.com. 205-387-8616. 65 Marina Dr., 35504.
paradisepointmarina.com. 205-669-1515. 231 Paradise Point Dr., 35051.
WAXAHATCHEE MARINA
facebook.com/Brickyard-LandingMarina-111658112206822. 256-3501449. 800 Island Way, 35601.
MUSCLE SHOALS
COTTONDALE { map G-4 }
TALLADEGA { map F-7 }
EAGLE COVE MARINA
POOR HOUSE BRANCH MARINA
JAY LANDINGS MARINA & RV PARK
jaylandingsrvpark.com. 256-3033880. 1600 AL Hwy. 20W, 35601.
facebook.com/pages/category/ Marina/Steenson-Hollow-Marina168667283149072. 256-381-1680. 700 Tennessee River Dr., 35661.
RIVERWALK MARINA
PELL CITY { map E-6 }
eaglecovemarine.com. 205-556-4861. 11912 Recreation Area Rd., 35453.
HIDE-A-WAY HARBOR MARINA hideawayharbormarine.com. 205-507-7999. 12420 Hide Away Lane, 35453.
DADEVILLE { map H-8 } BLUE CREEK MARINA
singletonmarine.com. 256-825-8888. 7280 AL Hwy. 49, 36853.
CHUCK’S MARINA
facebook.com/Chucks-Marina107437862610660. 256-825-7733. 237 Marina Rd., 36853.
HARBOR POINTE MARINA
harborpointe.net. 256-825-0600. 397 Marina Point Rd., 36853.
LAKESIDE MARINA
waxahatcheemarina.com. 205-6690330. 265 Waxahatchee Rd., 35143.
poorhousebranchmarina.com. 256-268-2939. 7062 Stemley Rd., 35160.
VERBENA { map H-6 } BLUE CREEK MARINA
205-755-1198. 1151 CR 546, 36091.
GRACE’S MARINA ON LAKE MITCHELL
205-280-4110. 15396 CR 59, 36091.
WEDOWEE { map F-9 } WEDOWEE MARINE ON HWY. 431
wedoweemarine.com. 256-357-2045. 21130 U.S. Hwy. 431, 36278.
NORTH ARLEY { map D-4 }
EQUALITY { map H-7 }
TRIPLE CREEK MARINA
256-329-8550. 8300 Parker Creek Marina Rd., 36026.
RUSSELL MARINA REAL ISLAND MARINA
SOUTHERN HARBOR RESORT & MARINA
southernharbor.com. 334-644-3881. 1133 CR 294, 36863.
LINEVILLE { map F-8 } WEDOWEE MARINE SOUTH wedoweemarine.com. 256-3960065. 9681 AL Hwy. 48, 36266.
WATERFRONT MARINA & DRY STORAGE
RAINBOW CITY
facebook.com/WaterfrontMarina. 256-757-3388. 4451 Floerence Blvd., 35624.
GADSDEN { map D-7 } cityofgadsden.com/317/CoosaLanding-Marina. 256-549-4677. 200 Lake St., 35903.
GODFREY’S MARINA
GRANT { map B-6 }
GREENSPORT MARINA
SUNRISE MARINA
tridentmarinas.com. 205-573-0770. 4608 Martin St. S, Cropwell, 35054.
{ map D-7 }
BIG HEAD’S BAIT SHOP
bigheadsbaitshop.com. 256-4855410. 41128 AL Hwy. 411, 35953.
GODFREY’S MARINA
facebook.com/godfreysmarina. 256-441-7410. 1290 Whorton Bend Rd., 35906.
LITTLE BRIDGE MARINA
littlebridgemarina.com. 256-4427788. 70 Whorton Bend Rd., 35906.
RAINBOW LANDING
rbcalabama.com. 256-442-6786. AL Hwy. 77 & Lakeshore Dr., 35906.
RIVERSIDE { map E-6 }
erwinmarinesales.com/come-anddiscover--sunrise-marina. 256-5828087. 28571 U.S. Hwy. 431, 35747.
ALAN BATTLE’S RIVERSIDE MARINA
GUNTERSVILLE
ROGERSVILLE
lucysbranch.com. 256-729-1322. 6049 Bay Village Dr., 35611.
ALRED MARINA
JOE WHEELER STATE PARK MARINA
CEDAR BLUFF { map C-8 }
GUNTERSVILLE BOAT MART MARINA
ATHENS { map A-4 }
LANETT { map H-10 }
TRIDENT MARINE—LAY LAKE
florenceharbor.com. 256-768-1299. 1050 Clayborn Liles Dr., 35630.
ASHVILLE { map D-6 }
JACKSONS GAP
lakesidemarinallc.com. 256-8250999. 3455 Bay Pine Rd., 36861.
FLORENCE HARBOR MARINA
facebook.com/godfreysmarina. 256-441-7410. 1290 Whorton Bend Rd., Rainbow CIty, 35906.
facebook.com/GreensportMarina. 205-594-7469. 1000 Greensport, 35953.
LAKESIDE MARINA AT BAY PINES
PINE HARBOR MARINA
pineharbormarina.com. 205-884-2628. 2120 Fraim Dr., 35128.
triple-creek-marina.business.site. 256-544-0030. 1512 CR 4022, 35541.
russellmarine.net. 334-857-2741. 2700 Real Island Rd., 36026.
{ map H-8 }
STEENSON HOLLOW MARINA
FLORENCE { map A-2 }
COOSA LANDING
lakesidemarinallc.com. 256-8259286. 7361 AL Hwy. 49S, 36853.
PARKER CREEK MARINA
256-990-1754. 3755 U.S. Hwy. 31N, 35601.
{ map A-2 }
LUCY’S BRANCH MARINA
WEISS MART MARINA
facebook.com/WeissMartMarina. 256-779-3474. 3480 AL Hwy. 9, 35959.
CENTRE { map C-8 } BAY SPRINGS COUNTRY INN & MARINA bayspringscountryinn.com. 256-927-3618. 130 CR 112, 35960
{ map C-6 }
256-582-4400. 351 Marina Rd., 35976.
{ map A-3 }
alapark.com. 256-247-6971. 4601 McLean Dr., 35652.
boatmart.online. 256-582-2038. 3374 AL Hwy. 69, 35976.
SCOTTSBORO { map B-7 }
LAKE GUNTERSVILLE SAILING CLUB
goosepond.org. 256-912-0080. 417 Ed Hembree Dr., 35769.
256-652-0916. 21500 U.S. Hwy. 431, 35976.
NORTH ALABAMA SAILING MARINA
CRANE HILL { map D-4 }
sailbrownscreek.com. 256-486-3311. 100 Browns Creek Rd., 35976.
TRIDENT MARINA
RIVER BEND MARINA
tridentmarinas.com. 256-286-0050. 21680 CR 222, 35053.
205-338-2291. 101 Marina St., 35135.
GOOSEPOND COLONY MARINA
JACKSON COUNTY PARK & MARINA
jacksoncountyal.gov/jackson countypark. 256-574-4719. 2302 County Park Rd., 35769.
256-582-6857. 133 Riverbend Cir., 35976.
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With close to 2,000 happenings scheduled in 2020, there are plenty of events for visitors to enjoy. Here are 10 of the top ones in the state. Find more at alabama.travel/festivals-and-events. September 19
HANK WILLIAMS’ 97TH BIRTHDAY BASH
Montgomery, 334-262-3600 thehankwilliamsmuseum.net Singers and fans, many of them international, converge on the Hank Williams Museum to honor the country legend, whose classic songs include “Your Cheatin’ Heart,” “Honky Tonkin’,” “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” “Cold, Cold Heart,” “Hey Good Lookin’” and “Lovesick Blues.” October 8–11
NATIONAL SHRIMP FESTIVAL Gulf Shores, 251-968-7200 myshrimpfest.com There are multiple stages of music, but the star is obviously tasty shrimp served in every style imaginable.
October 12–13 February 1–25
MOBILE MARDI GRAS
Mobile, 800-566-2453 mobilemask.com/paradeschedule.html The country’s oldest Mardi Gras celebration is a familyfriendly event full of floats, throws and music. February 28-March 1
Top to bottom: ATD/Art Meripol, ATD/Jamie Martin; opposite: ATD/Jamie Martin
SELMA BRIDGE CROSSING JUBILEE Selma, 334-526-2626 selmajubilee.com This event remembers those who created civil rights history during Bloody Sunday and the Selma to Montgomery March. March 2020
UNCLAIMED BAGGAGE 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Scottsboro, 256-259-1525 unclaimedbaggage.com Unclaimed Baggage, Alabama’s one-of-a-kind shopping experience, kicks off its year-long 50th anniversary celebration with games, prizes and, of course, bargains.
April 18
20TH ANNIVERSARY THE WAVERLY “OLD 280” BOOGIE Waverly, 334-826-6423 standarddeluxe.com Twenty years ago, Waverly threw a celebration when officials decided not to run State Highway 280 through the town. That celebration continues with great music in one of Alabama’s coolest settings. April 24–26
June 12–13
30TH ANNIVERSARY JAZZ FEST Alexander City alexcityjazzfest.com This free, well-established festival featuring a wide range of musical genres attracts top regional and national acts to its gorgeous outdoor venues. Set up a lawn chair in Strand Park or beside Lake Martin and listen to performers playing both traditional jazz and other music inspired by it.
KENTUCK FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS Northport, 205-758-1257 kentuck.org/the-festival Experience live music, storytelling and some of the best folk art in the country.
TOP TO BOTTOM: EDMUND PETTUS BRIDGE, MOBILE MARDI GRAS, KENTUCK FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS; OPPOSITE: THE WAVERLY “OLD 280” BOOGIE
PANOPLY ARTS FESTIVAL
Huntsville, 256-519-2787 artshuntsville.org/our-programs/ panoply-arts-festival It’s one of the premier arts weekends in the Southeast with more than 100 musicians and artists. May 15–17
HANGOUT FESTIVAL Gulf Shores, 251-948-3030 hangoutmusicfest.com. One of the top festivals in the country features beautiful music in an even more gorgeous setting—the sugar-white beaches of the Gulf Coast.
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asf.net. 334-271-5353. Admission. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Visit website for event schedule.
JAN. 12, MOBILE SERVIS 1ST BANK MOBILE MARATHON PRESENTED BY INFIRMARY HEALTH
mobilemarathon.org. 251-438-2094. Admission. Government Plaza Atrium. 7:30–2:30.
JAN. 17–26, BIRMINGHAM ALABAMA DANCE FESTIVAL
alabamadancefestival.org. 205-602-3599. Admission. Various locations in Birmingham. Visit website for times/locations.
JAN. 18–MAY 10, MOBILE DINOSAURS AROUND THE WORLD
exploreum.com. 251-208-6893. Admission. Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center. Visit website for event schedule.
January 18–May 10 Dinosaurs Around the World, Mobile
JANUARY JAN. 1, GULF SHORES GULF SHORES POLAR BEAR DIP
gulfshoreskiwanis.org. 251-968-2425. Free. Gulf Shores Main Public Beach, West entrance. Party starts at 11 a.m., dip at noon.
JAN. 1, MONTGOMERY HANK WILLIAMS 67TH MEMORIAL
JAN. 6–DEC. 31, BIRMINGHAM WOMEN’S SUFFRAGE EXHIBIT visitvulcan.com. 205-933-1904. Admission. Vulcan Park & Museum. 10–6.
JAN. 6, BRUNDIDGE OLD CHRISTMAS AT CLAY HILL
piddle.org/old-christmas-at-clay-hill. 334-670-6302, 334-344-9477. Free. CR 4408, just off AL Hwy. 93. Visit website for event schedule.
JAN. 6, MOBILE MOBILE ALABAMA BOWL
thehankwilliamsmuseum.net. 334-262-3600. Admission. The Hank Williams Museum. 10–1.
mobilealabamabowl.com. 251-635-0011. Admission. LaddPeebles Stadium. 6:30 p.m.
JAN. 1, ORANGE BEACH POLAR BEAR DIP
JAN. 8–FEB. 26, GULF SHORES FORT MORGAN PRESENTATION SERIES
florabama.com. 251-980-5118. Free. Flora-Bama. Noon.
JAN. 2, BIRMINGHAM BIRMINGHAM BOWL
birminghambowl.com. 205-7333776, ext. 101. Admission. Legion Field Stadium, 400 Graymont Ave. W. Visit website for event schedule.
JAN. 2–FEB. 29, MOBILE WINTER CAMELLIA AND COLD HARDY DISPLAYS
bellingrath.org. 251-973-2217. Admission. Bellingrath Gardens and Home. 8–5.
JAN. 3–31, WETUMPKA CAMELLIA SHOW
jasminehill.org. 334-263-5713, 334-328-8917. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. F–Sat. 9–5, Sun. noon–5.
fort-morgan.org. 251-540-7127. Admission. Fort Morgan Historic Site. 2 p.m.
JAN. 11, BIRMINGHAM DANCE ACROSS BIRMINGHAM
FEBRUARY FEB. 1–25, MOBILE MARDI GRAS IN MOBILE
mobilebay.org. 800-566-2453. Free. Downtown. Visit website for parade schedules.
FEB. 1, MONTGOMERY ROTUNDA SINGING
334-242-4076, ext-225. Free. Alabama Department of Archives and History. 9:30–3.
FEB. 1–29, WETUMPKA WINTER SHOW
facebook.com/sbmuseum. 256-609-4202. Free. Scottsboro Boys Museum & Cultural Center. 10 a.m.
JAN. 24–FEB. 16, GUNTERSVILLE 35TH ANNUAL EAGLE AWARENESS AT LAKE GUNTERSVILLE STATE PARK
alapark.com/parks/lake-guntersvillestate-park. 256-571-5445. Free. Lake Guntersville State Park. F 6:45 p.m.–Sun. 4 p.m.
JAN. 24–25, TROY PIKE PIDDLERS STORYTELLING FESTIVAL
piddle.org. 334-685-5524. Admission. Fri. at We Piddle Around Theater, 6:30 p.m.; Sat. at Trojan Center Theater, 10 a.m., 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
JAN. 25–27, GULF SHORES BIG BEACH MARATHON, HALF MARATHON & 7K
artshuntsville.org. 256-519-2787. Admission. Visit website for locations. 10–3.
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asf.net. 334-271-5353. Admission. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Visit website for event schedule.
JAN. 20, SCOTTSBORO MARTIN LUTHER KING CELEBRATION & SERVICES
dexterkingmemorial.org. 334-263-3970. Free. Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church. 10 a.m.
JAN. 11–12, DECATUR FESTIVAL OF THE CRANES
gulfcoastartsalliance.com. 251-9482627. Free. 309 E. 21st Ave. 9–3.
JAN. 30–FEB. 13, MONTGOMERY “THE AGITATORS”
FEB. 1, ORRVILLE ROAD TO FREEDOM WAGON TOUR
bigbeachmarathon.com. Admission. The Hangout. All events begin 8 a.m.
JAN. 11–FEB. 8, GULF SHORES GCAA ART MARKET
seniorbowl.com. 251-438-2276. Admission. Ladd-Peebles Stadium. Visit website for event schedule.
JAN. 20, MONTGOMERY MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY CELEBRATION
danceacrossbirmingham.org. Free. Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. Visit website for times/locations.
friendsofwheelerrefuge.com. 256-350-6639. Free. Wheeler Wildlife Refuge/Visitor Center. Visit website for event schedule.
JAN. 25, MOBILE SENIOR BOWL
JAN. 25, HUNTSVILLE ART TOUR OF HOMES
JAN. 25–26, IRONDALE BIRMINGHAM FELINE FANCIERS CFA ALLBREED CAT SHOW
birminghamfelinefanciers.com. 205-919-8129. Admission. Zamora Shrine Temple. Sat. 9–5, Sun. 9–4.
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/cahawba/ cahawba.aspx. 334-872-8058. Admission. Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. 10 a.m.
jasminehill.org. 334-263-5713, 334-328-8917. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. F –Sat. 9–5, Sun. noon–5.
FEB. 6, ORANGE BEACH ALABAMA LIFESTYLES EXPO
alabamaadvantage.com. 800-235-4757, 205-222-2862. Free. Orange Beach Event Center. 8–1.
FEB. 7–9, BIRMINGHAM WORLD OF WHEELS
worldofwheels.net. Admission. Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. F 3–9, Sat. 10–9, Sun 11–6.
FEB. 8–15, SCOTTSBORO BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATIONS
facebook.com/sbmuseum. 256-609-4202. Free. Scottsboro Boys Museum & Cultural Center. 10 a.m.
FEB. 9–15, MONTGOMERY “AND THEN THEY CAME FOR ME: REMEMBERING THE WORLD OF ANNE FRANK”
asf.net. 334-271-5353. Admission. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Visit website for event schedule.
FEB. 13–15, KILLEN ARX MORTIS HAUNTED ATTRACTION - MY BLOODY VALENTINE
arxmortis.com. Admission. 4051 U.S. Hwy. 72. Visit website for event schedule.
Top: courtesy of Dinosaurs Around the World, opposite: courtesy of Rent 20th Anniversary Tour
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JAN. 11–25, MONTGOMERY “DR. SEUSS’S THE CAT IN THE HAT”
FEB. 14–16, BIRMINGHAM MERCEDES-BENZ MARATHON WEEKEND
mercedesmarathon.com. 205-870-7771. Free. Linn Park. Visit website for event schedule.
February 18–19 RENT 20th Anniversary Tour, Auburn
FEB. 15, DAUPHIN ISLAND BATTLE OF MOBILE BAY 5K RACE
dauphinisland.org. 251-861-6992. Admission. Historic Fort Gaines. 8:30 a.m.
FEB. 15, GULF SHORES THE LAST BRITISH OCCUPATION AT MOBILE POINT LIVING HISTORY DAY
fort-morgan.org. 251-540-7127. Admission. Fort Morgan State Historic Site. 9–3.
FEB. 15–DEC. 5, MOBILE USS ALABAMA LIVING HISTORY CREW DRILL
ussalabama.com. 251-433-2703. Admission. USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park. 8–3.
FEB. 15, MONTGOMERY WINTER ANIMAL ENRICHMENT DAY
montgomeryzoo.com. Admission. Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. 10–2.
FEB. 15–APR. 18, PRATTVILLE ARTIST MARKET
prattvilleal.gov. 334-595-0854. Free. Prattville Creative Arts Center and Gallery. 10–2.
FEB. 17–MAR. 11, MONTEVALLO FESTIVAL OF TULIPS
americanvillage.org. 205-665-3535. Admission. American Village. Check website for updated information about tulip availability. M–Sat. 10–4, Sun. 12–4.
FEB. 17, MONTEVALLO WASHINGTON’S BIRTHDAY
americanvillage.org. 205-665-3535. Admission. American Village. 10–4.
FEB. 18–19, AUBURN RENT 20TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR
goguecenter.auburn.edu. 334-8444722. Admission. Gogue Performing Arts Center at Auburn University, Woltosz Theatre. 7:30 p.m.
FEB. 21–23, EUFAULA FINS, FEATHERS AND FLOWERS AT LAKEPOINT STATE PARK
alapark.com/parks/lakepoint-statepark. 334-687-8011. Free. Lakepoint Resort State Park. Visit website for event schedule.
FEB. 22, DECATUR CARNEGIE CARNIVAL
carnegiecarnival.org. Free. Downtown. Visit website for event schedule.
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Mardi Gras
Let the good times roll as you catch beads, moon pies and other treasures. Parades are scheduled throughout the state. Feb. 15, Millbrook MARDI GRAS FESTIVAL & PARADE 334-799-1801 millbrookrevelers.org
Feb. 2–25, Mobile & surrounding areas MARDI GRAS PARADES 800-5-MOBILE, mobilebay.org
Feb. 21, Fairhope MAIDS OF JUBILEE MARDI GRAS PARADE 251-928-6387 cofairhope.com
Feb. 8, Prattville MARDI GRAS PARADE & CELEBRATION 334-595-0851 prattvilleal.gov Feb. 14, Daphne APOLLO’S MYSTIC LADIES MARDI GRAS PARADE 251-928-6387 eschamber.com Feb. 15, Dauphin Island KREWE OF SALTY PAWS 251-861-5524 dauphinislandchamber.com Feb. 15, Fairhope MYSTIC MUTTS OF REVELRY PARADE 251-929-1466 cofairhope.com
Feb. 21, Orange Beach MYSTICAL ORDER OF MIRAMS MARDI GRAS PARADE 251-981-6979 mirams.info Feb. 22, Auburn AUBURN MARDI GRAS PARADE 334-750-7340 krewedetigris.com Feb. 22, Bay Minette MYSTIC REVELERS MARDI GRAS PARADE 251-937-5665 northbaldwinchamber.com Feb. 22, Chatom CHATOM MARDI GRAS PARADE 251-847-2580 chatom.org
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Feb. 22, Decatur CARNEGIE CARNIVAL 800-524-6181 carnegiearts.org Feb. 22, Foley FOLEY MARDI GRAS PARADE 251-943-1200 visitfoley.com Feb. 22, Huntsville HUNTSVILLE MARDI GRAS PARADE 256-534-7014 mardigrashuntsville.com Feb. 22, Saraland KREWE OF SPARTA MARDI GRAS PARADE 251-675-5103 saraland.org Feb. 22, Talladega MARDI GRAS PARADE & GALA 256-362-9075 talladegaritz.com Feb. 22, Wetumpka ORDER OF CIMARRON MARDI GRAS FESTIVAL 334-324-8667 facebook.com/Order-of-Cimarrón312895692100637
Feb. 23, Daphne LOYAL ORDER OF THE FIRE TRUCK PARADE 251-928-6387 eschamber.com Feb. 24, Fairhope ORDER OF THE MYSTIC MAGNOLIAS PARADE 251-929-1466 cofairhope.com Feb. 25, Gulf Shores GULF SHORES MARDI GRAS PARADE 800-745-7263 gulfshores.com Feb. 25, Gulf Shores LULU’S MARDI GRAS BOAT PARADE 251-967-5858 lulubuffett.com Feb. 25, Orange Beach ORANGE BEACH MARDI GRAS PARADE 251-981-6979 orangebeach.com
Above: ATD/Jamie Martin. Opposite: ATD/Meg McKinney
Feb. 1, Dauphin Island DAUPHIN ISLAND PEOPLE’S PARADE 251-861-5525 townofdauphinisland.org
FEB. 22, MONTGOMERY SELMA-TO-MONTGOMERY BICYCLE RIDE
MAR. 1–29, WETUMPKA ENJOY THE WONDERS OF SPRING
FEB. 23, MONTGOMERY JEWISH FOOD FESTIVAL & TREASURE MARKET
MAR. 2–31, MOBILE AZALEA BLOOM OUT
mgmbikeclub.org/selma55ride.html. 334-322-0639. Admission. Selma to Montgomery Trail. Visit website for start location/details. 6–5.
templebethor.net. 334-262-3314. Free. Temple Beth Or. 9–2.
FEB. 25, MOBILE MARDI GRAS DAY IN MOBILE
mobilebay.org. 251-208-2000. Free. Downtown. Visit website for parade schedule.
FEB. 28–MAR. 1, BIRMINGHAM COTTONTAILS VILLAGE ARTS, CRAFTS AND GIFTS SHOW
christmasvillagefestival.com/ cottontails. 205-836-7178. Admission. Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. F 10–8, Sat. 10–7, Sun. noon–5.
FEB. 28–MAR. 1, SELMA BRIDGE CROSSING JUBILEE, 55TH ANNIVERSARY
selmajubilee.com. 334-526-2626. Admission. National Voting Rights Museum and Institute. Visit website for event schedule.
FEB. 29, ANNISTON ANNICON
jasminehill.org. 334-263-5713. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. F–Sat. 9–5, Sun. noon–5.
bellingrath.org. 251-973-2217. Admission. Bellingrath Gardens and Home. 8–5.
MAR. 3–MAY 28, GULF SHORES SPRING BREAK GUIDED TOURS fort-morgan.org. 251-540-7127. Admission. Fort Morgan State Historic Site. 10 a.m.
MAR. 4–MAY 27, GULF SHORES ESPIONAGE AT MOBILE POINT ESCAPE ROOM
fort-morgan.org. 251-540-7202. Admission. Fort Morgan State Historic Site. 10 a.m. & 2 p.m.
MAR. 5–6, FLORENCE GEORGE LINDSEY/ UNA FILM FESTIVAL
facebook.com/pg/glunaff/events. 256-765-4247. Admission. University of North Alabama. Visit website for event schedule.
MAR. 5–22, MONTGOMERY “ALABAMA STORY”
annicon.com. 256-231-7675. Free. Anniston City Meeting Center. 10–10.
asf.net. 334-271-5353. Admission. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Visit website for event schedule.
FEB. 29, ORANGE BEACH ORANGE BEACH SEAFOOD FESTIVAL & CAR SHOW
MAR. 5–7, WETUMPKA WETUMPKA IMPACT CRATER TOURS
orangebeachal.gov/events/ seafood-festival. 251-981-1524. Free. The Wharf. 10–4.
MARCH
wetumpkaimpactcratercommission. org/Default.asp?ID=607&pg=Tours. 334-567-5147. Free. Wetumpka Civic Center. Visit website for schedule and locations.
MAR. 6–22, MONTGOMERY “RUBY: THE STORY OF RUBY BRIDGES”
MAR. 14, FOLEY FOLEY BBQ & BLUES COOK-OFF
MAR. 7, DAUPHIN ISLAND WWII LIVING HISTORY EVENT
MAR. 14–15, ORANGE BEACH ORANGE BEACH FESTIVAL OF ART
asf.net. 334-271-5353. Admission. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Visit website for event schedule.
dauphinisland.org. 251-861-6992. Admission. Historic Fort Gaines. 9–5.
MAR. 7–8, GULF SHORES BALLYHOO FESTIVAL
ballyhoofestival.org. 251-223-3970. Free. Waterway Village. Sat. 9–5, Sun. 11–5.
MAR. 7–8, HAMILTON JERRY BROWN ARTS FESTIVAL
jbaf.org. 205-921-9483. Free. Tombigbee Electric Cooperative. Sat. 9–5, Sun. 10–4.
MAR. 12–NOV. 19, HUNTSVILLE BIERGARTEN rocketcenter.com/biergarten. 256-837-3400. Free. U.S. Space & Rocket Center. 4:30 p.m.
MAR. 13–14, DOTHAN DOTHAN GEM & MINERAL SHOW
wiregrassrockhounds.com. 334-673-3554. Free. Houston County Farm Center. Sat. 9–5, Sun. 10–4.
MAR. 13–14, GARDENDALE NAC ANNUAL SPRING ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW northartscouncil.webs.com. 205-681-8028. Free. Gardendale Civic Center. F 9–6, Sat. 9–4.
MAR. 14–16, BIRMINGHAM BIRMINGHAM HAMMERFEST
birminghamhammerfest.com. Free. 7 Ave. S & 29th St. 8:30–6:30.
foleybbqandblues.net. 251-943-5550. Admission. Heritage Park. 10–5.
coastalartscenter.com. 251-981-2787. Free. Coastal Arts Center. 10–5.
MAR. 14, SEMMES SEMMES AZALEA JUBILEE
cityofsemmesal.gov/our-community/ annual-events. 251-649-8811. Free. Semmes Municipal Park. 9–3.
MAR. 15–SEPT. 15, PELHAM ALABAMA WILDLIFE CENTER’S BABY BIRD SEASON alabamawildlifecenter.org. 205-663-7930. Free. Alabama Wildlife Center. 9–5.
MAR. 16–29, MOBILE MOBILE AZALEA TRAIL FESTIVAL
mobileazaleatrailfestival.com. 251479-9970. Admission. Visit website for event locations and schedule.
MAR. 20–22, FAIRHOPE FAIRHOPE ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL
fairhopeartsandcraftsfestival.com. 251-229-1874. Free. Downtown. 10–5.
MAR. 20–22, FAIRHOPE OUTDOOR ART SHOW
esartcenter.org. 251-928-2228. Free. Eastern Shore Art Center. 10–5.
MAR. 20–22, MOBILE SPRING PLANT SALE
mobilebotanicalgardens.org. 251-342-0555. Free. Mobile Botanical Gardens. F–Sat. 9–4, Sun. 11–4.
MARCH, MOUNDVILLE KNAP-IN AT MOUNDVILLE ARCHAEOLOGICAL PARK
moundville.ua.edu. 205-371-2234. Admission. Moundville Archaeological Park. 9–3. Call or visit website for exact event date.
MAR. 1–APR. 30, DAUPHIN ISLAND SPRING BIRD MIGRATION
dauphinisland.org/audubon-birdsanctuary. 251-861-3607. Free. Audubon Bird Sanctuary. Daylight hours.
MAR. 1–31, STATEWIDE ALABAMA ANTIQUE TRAIL SALE
alabamaantiquetrail.com. 256-797-5640. Free. Statewide. Visit website for more information. March 7–8 Jerry Brown Arts Festival, Hamilton
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MAR. 20–21, SELMA HISTORIC SELMA PILGRIMAGE
April Selma Walking Tour
selmapilgrimage.com. 334-412-8550. Admission. Vaughan-Smitherman Museum. Visit website for tour schedule.
MAR. 28, ELBERTA ELBERTA GERMAN SAUSAGE FESTIVAL—MARCH
MAR. 21, DOTHAN SPRING FARM DAY
MAR. 28, GREENVILLE CAMELLIA CITY FEST
MAR. 21, FOLEY GULF COAST MUSTANG & MEGA CAR SHOW
MAR. 28, MONTGOMERY SOUTHEASTERN LIVESTOCK EXPOSITION RODEO
MAR. 21, GULF SHORES CIVIL WAR GARRISON DAY
MAR. 28–29, OPP THE OPP RATTLESNAKE RODEO
landmarkparkdothan.com. 334-794-3452. Admission. Landmark Park. 10–4.
visitowa.com/events. 251-923-2111. Admission. OWA. Visit website for event schedule.
fort-morgan.org. Admission. Fort Morgan State Historic Site. 9–3.
Community leaders will guide these free tours through the historic districts or courthouse square areas of their hometowns. The hour-long tours start at 10 a.m. on April 4, 11, 18 and 25. Athens—Athens Visitor Center Attalla—Gazebo at 4th St. and 5th Ave. Bayou La Batre— Mariner Park Birmingham—Birmingham Civil Rights Institute Courtland—Courtland Heritage Museum Cullman—Cullman County Museum Decatur—Old State Bank Building Elba—Chamber of Commerce Elkmont—Elkmont Depot Enterprise—Pea River Historical Society Eufaula—Carnegie Library
Livingston—McConnell Field, University of West Alabama campus Madison—Madison Roundhouse (April 18 and 25 only) Mobile—Welcome Center at The History Museum of Mobile Monroeville—Old Courthouse Museum Montgomery—Montgomery Area Visitor Center Mooresville—Post Office Moulton—Lawrence County Archives Pell City—City Hall Prattville—Prattaugan Museum Selma—Selma-Dallas County Public Library
Eutaw—Prairie Avenue
Sheffield—Sheffield Municipal Building
Fairhope—Fairhope Welcome Center
Shelby—Shelby Iron Works Park
Florence—Various locations
Springville—Springville Museum
Foley—Welcome Center Huntsville—Confectionary Shop at Constitution Village (April 4 and 11 only)
Tuscumbia—ColdWater Bookstore
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wilcoxhistoricalsociety.org. 334-882-1538. Admission. Various locations in Wilcox County. 10–5.
MAR. 21, DOTHAN SOUTHEAST ALABAMA HIGHLAND GAMES
wiregrasshighlandgames.com. Admission. Houston County Farm Center. 9–4.
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MAR. 28, CAMDEN WILCOX HISTORICAL SOCIETY TOUR OF HOMES
MAR. 21, MOBILE MOBILE CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL
mobilechocolatefestival.com. 251-342-2809. Admission. 1035 Cody Rd. N. 10–3.
MAR. 25–28, MONTGOMERY “A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM” asf.net. 334-271-5353. Admission. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Visit website for event schedule.
MAR. 26–29, MOBILE FESTIVAL OF FLOWERS
festivalofflowers.com. 251-266-2050. Admission. Providence Hospital Campus. Th–Sat. 10–5, Sun. 11–5.
MAR. 27–28, CLANTON MARCH GOURD MADNESS & TRADITIONAL ARTS marchgourdmadness.com. 205-245-9441. Free. Clanton Conference & Performing Arts Center. 9–4.
MAR. 27–29, HUNTSVILLE NORTHEAST ALABAMA CRAFTSMEN ASSOCIATION SPRING SHOW neaca.org. 256-880-7987. Free. Von Braun Center. F–Sat. 9–6, Sun. noon–5.
MAR. 27–29, OPELIKA OPELIKA SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL
elbertafire.com/#!sausage-festival/ p6s0c. 251-986-5805. Free. Elberta Town Park. 8–5.
greenvilleal.gov/248/communityevents. 334-382-3251. Free. Downtown. 9–3.
slerodeo.com. 334-265-1867. Admission. Garrett Coliseum. Visit website for event schedule.
opprattlesnakerodeo.com/content/ default/7/7/0/rattlesnake-rodeo/ rattlesnake-rodeo.html. 334-493-2122. Admission. Channell-Lee Stadium. 8–6.
MAR. 28, WETUMPKA PLEIN AIR DAY
jasminehill.org. 334-567-6463. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. 10–3.
MAR. 31–APR. 11, SYLACAUGA SYLACAUGA ‘MAGIC OF MARBLE’ FESTIVAL
bbcomerlibrary.net/marblefestival. 256-249-0961. Free. Visit website for locations & schedule.
APRIL APRIL, CHILDERSBURG COOSA FEST
childersburg.org. 256-378-5482. Free. Childersburg Kiwanis Park. 10–5. Call for exact event date.
APRIL, IRONDALE ALABAMA ASIAN CULTURES AND FOOD FESTIVAL
alabamaasiancultures.org. 205-903-5569. Admission. Zamora Shrine Temple. 10:30–4. Visit website for exact event date.
APRIL, SELMA CENTRAL ALABAMA CRAWFISH FESTIVAL
aotourism.com/event/19478/ 2nd-annual-opelika-songwritersfestival. Admission. Downtown. Visit website for event schedule.
facebook.com/centralalabama crawfishfestival. 334-267-6189. Admission. Lion’s Club Fair Park. 9–6. Visit website for exact event date.
MAR. 27–29, SCOTTSBORO MCDONALD’S BIG BASS SPLASH
APR. 1–30, WETUMPKA SPRING FLOWER SHOW
sealyoutdoors.com. 888-698-2591. Admission. Goose Pond Colony Resort. 6–4.
jasminehill.org. 334-263-5713, 334-328-8917. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. F–Sat 9–5, Sun. noon–5.
APR. 2–5, BIRMINGHAM ALABAMA AUTO SHOW
alabamaautoshow.com. Admission. Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex. 10–9.
APR. 2–11, BRUNDIDGE “COME HOME, IT’S SUPPERTIME”
piddle.org. 334-670-6302, 334-344-9477. Admission. We Piddle Around Theater. Visit website for event schedule.
APR. 3–5, BIRMINGHAM HONDA INDY GRAND PRIX OF ALABAMA
barberracingevents.com. 205-298-9040. Admission. Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum. Visit website for event schedule.
APR. 3–5, BRIDGEPORT SIEGE OF BRIDGEPORT RE-ENACTMENT
siegeatbridgeport.com. 256-495-3614. Admission. 2361 CR 255. 9–3.
APR. 3–5, EUFAULA 55TH ANNUAL EUFAULA PILGRIMAGE
Right: courtesy of Barber Motorsports; opposite: ATD/Chris Granger
eufaulapilgrimage.com. 334-687-3793. Admission. 340 N. Eufaula Avenue. Daytime tours 9–5, Candlelight tours 6–9 p.m.
APR. 3–4, MARBURY CIVIL WAR LIVING HISTORY & SATURDAY SKIRMISH ahc.alabama.gov/properties/ confederate/confederate.aspx. 205-755-1990. Admission. Confederate Memorial Park. F 9–4, Sat. 9–4, Skirmish at 1 p.m.
APR. 3–4, MOBILE MOBILE CHALLENGE OF CHAMPIONS TRACK MEET
mobilechallengeofchampions.net. 251-639-0303. Admission. UMS Wright/St. Pauls Episcopal. F 3–10 p.m., Sat. noon-6:30.
APR. 3–4, TUSCALOOSA DRUID CITY ARTS FESTIVAL
druidcityartsfestival.com. 205-391-9200. Free. Government Plaza. F 6–9 p.m., Sat. 10–5.
APR. 4, DAUPHIN ISLAND DISCOVERY DAY AT THE DAUPHIN ISLAND SEA LAB
disl.org/estuarium. 251-861-7500. Admission. Aquarium of Alabama at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab. 10–2.
APR. 4–5, ENTERPRISE PINEY WOODS ARTS FESTIVAL coffeecountyartsalliance.com. 334-406-2787. Free. Enterprise State Community College. Sat. 9–5, Sun. noon-4.
APR. 4, MONROEVILLE HIPPY’S BIG BUTT BBQ BASH facebook.com/hippybbqcookoff. 251-564-1437. Admission. 271 Park Dr. 11–5.
APR. 4, NATURAL BRIDGE HWY. 13 YARD SALE
facebook.com/naturalbridgealabama. 205-269-9208. Free. Delmar to Natural Bridge. 7–4.
APR. 4, ROANOKE HIGHWAY 22 YARD SALE
randolphcountyal.com. 334-8636612, 334-863-1402. Free. AL Hwy. 22 from Alexander City through Roanoke to the state line. 6–5.
APR. 4, YORK YORK HOMECOMING
facebook.com/yorkalabama. 205-392-5231. Free. 1st Ave. 10–4.
APR. 4, ORRVILLE CIVIL WAR WALKING TOUR OF OLD CAHAWBA
APR. 5–OCT. 11, MULTIPLE CITIES JAZZ IN THE PARK
APR. 4, OZARK OZARK CRAWDAD AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
APR. 10–11, DEMOPOLIS ROOSTER DAY
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/ cahawba/cahawba.aspx. 334-872-8058. Admission. Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. 10 a.m.
ozarkalabama.org. 334-774-2618. Free. Downtown on the Square. 9:30–4.
APR. 4–5, PRATTVILLE WILSON PICKETT MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL prattvilleal.gov. 334-595-0854. Free. Pratt Park. 10–8.
magiccitysmoothjazz.com. 205-616-1735. Free. Various sites in North and Central AL. Visit website for weekly location. 6–9 p.m.
roosterdaydemopolis.com. 334-289-9644. Admission. Public Square. 8–4.
APR. 11, FOLEY SPRING FLING AT OWA
visitowa.com/events. 251-923-2111. Free. OWA. Visit website for event schedule.
APR. 11, GADSDEN SMOKE ON THE FALLS
noccalulafallspark.com/events/ smokeonthefalls. 256-549-4663. Admission. Noccalula Falls Park and Campground. 10–5.
April 3–5 Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama, Birmingham
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APR. 18, ANNISTON NOBLE STREET FESTIVAL
April 24–26 Magic City Art Connection, Birmingham
facebook.com/noblestreetfestival. 256-689-5479. Free. Downtown. Visit website for event schedule.
APR. 18–19, ANNISTON SUNNY KING CRITERIUM AND THE PIEDMONT ROAD RACE
annistoncycling.com. 239-961-1902. Free. Downtown. Visit website for event schedule.
APR. 18, BIRMINGHAM CAHABAQUE BBQ COOK-OFF
cahababrewing.com. 205-996-5463. Admission. Cahaba Brewing Company. 1–5 p.m.
APR. 18, CAMDEN HOG WILD FOR ART FESTIVAL bbtcac.com. 334-682-9878. Free. Black Belt Treasures Cultural Arts Center. 10–3.
APR. 18–19, CULLMAN BLOOMIN’ FESTIVAL
bloominfestival.com. 256-739-6682. Admission. St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School. 9–5.
APR. 18, FAIRHOPE MOBILE BAY EARTH DAY
earthdaymobilebay.org. 251-990-8662. Free. Fairhope Municipal Pier. 10–6.
APR. 11, LAFAYETTE LAFAYETTE DAY FOR VALLEY HAVEN
valleyhavenschool.org. 334-756-2868, 334-219-1890. Free. Courthouse Square. 8–3.
APR. 11–30, MOBILE ROSE BLOOM OUT AT BELLINGRATH
bellingrath.org. 251-973-2217. Admission. Bellingrath Gardens and Home. 8–5.
APR. 16–26, MONTGOMERY “THE COMEDY OF ERRORS”
asf.net. 334-271-5353. Admission. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Visit website for event schedule.
APR. 16–19, UNION SPRINGS “ERMA BOMBECK: AT WIT’S END”
APR. 17–18, MOBILE DIXIE DIVISION MILITARY VEHICLE SHOW
ussalabama.com. 251-433-2703. Admission. USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park. 9–4.
APR. 17–MAY 16, MONROEVILLE “TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD” THEATRICAL PRODUCTION, 30TH YEAR
tokillamockingbird.com. 251-743-2879. Admission. Old Monroe County Courthouse. 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.
APR. 17–18, STATEWIDE STATEWIDE US 80 HI-WAY SALE
334-412-0263, 334-875-3147. Free. Alabama counties along U.S. Hwy. 80. All day.
reddoortheatre.org. Admission. Red Door Theatre. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m.
APR. 17–18, CAMDEN MARK CURL MEMORIAL BBQ COOK-OFF
wilcoxareachamber.com. 334-6824929. Admission. 100 Broad St. Visit website for event schedule.
APR. 17–18, GARDENDALE GARDENDALE MAGNOLIA FESTIVAL
magnoliafestival.org. 205-514-6799. Free. Gardendale Civic Center. F 5–10 p.m., Sat. 10–5.
calicofort.com. 334-227-8589. Admission. 1 Spirit Club Dr. 9–5.
APR. 18, FORT MITCHELL FORT MITCHELL PIONEER DAY AND QUILT SHOW
visitfortmitchell.org. 706-577-3327. Admission. 561 AL Hwy. 165. 9–4 EDT.
APR. 18, FRANKVILLE FRANKVILLE FIDDLER’S CONVENTION
251-513-1499. Admission. 2302 CR 31. Music at 4 p.m., Competition at 7 p.m.
APR. 18, GULF SHORES WATERWAY VILLAGE ZYDECO AND CRAWFISH FESTIVAL
gulfcoastartsalliance.com/zydecoand-crawfish-festival. 251-968-1174. Free. 225 E. 24th Ave. 10–6.
APR. 18–19, GUNTERSVILLE ART ON THE LAKE
APR. 17–18, BIRMINGHAM LEBANESE FOOD AND CULTURAL FESTIVAL
stelias.org. 205-252-3867. Free. St Elias Maronite Catholic Church. 10–9.
APR. 18–19, FORT DEPOSIT CALICO FORT ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR
artonthelake-guntersville.com. 256-505-3009. Admission. Guntersville Recreation Center. Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–4.
APR. 17–18, TALLADEGA APRIL IN TALLADEGA
aprilintalladega.org. 256-362-9075. Admission. 210 East St. S. Talladega, 35160. Visit website for locations and schedule. Tour antebellum homes. Attend the best family block party in the state, a wine and cheese party or a luncheon at one of the city’s oldest churches. Don’t miss the Tales of Talladega tour.
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APR. 18–NOV. 21, HUNTSVILLE CAR BOOT SALE
lowemill.net/event/car-boot-sale. 256-533-0399. Free. Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment. Noon–4.
APR. 18–19, HUNTSVILLE HUNTSVILLE COMIC & POP CULTURE EXPO
hsvexpo.com. Admission. Von Braun Center. Sat. 11–6, Sun. 10–6.
APR. 18, LIVINGSTON SUCARNOCHEE FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL
cityoflivingstonal.com/culture. 205-652-5545. Free. Courthouse Square. 9–4.
APR. 18, MOBILE CAMELLIA CLASSIC OPEN CAR SHOW
bellingrath.org. 251-973-2217. Admission. Bellingrath Gardens and Home. 9–3.
APR. 18, MOBILE USS ALABAMA CREWMEN’S REUNION ussalabama.com. 251-433-2703. Admission. USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park. 10–3.
APR. 18, MONTEVALLO MONTEVALLO ARTS FEST
montevalloartscouncil.com. 205-665-3766. Free. Orr Park. 10–5.
APR. 18, MONTGOMERY ALABAMA BOOK FESTIVAL/ ANABRANCH
alabamabookfestival.org. 888-240-1850. Free. Old Alabama Town/Union Station Train Shed. 10–4:30.
APR. 18, MONTGOMERY HERB DAY alabamaherbsociety.org. 334-245-3508. Free. Grace Presbyterian Church. 8–3.
APR. 18–19, MONTGOMERY ZOO WEEKEND AT THE MONTGOMERY ZOO
montgomeryzoo.com. 334-240-4900. Admission. Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. 9–6.
APR. 18, NEW SITE KLASSIC KRUISERS CAR SHOW
256-234-2049. Free. 12791 AL Hwy. 22. 8–2.
APR. 18, OWENS CROSS ROADS EARTH DAY AT HAYS NATURE PRESERVE
facebook.com/operation-greenteam-250717955681. 256-564-8077. Free. Festival will be at 7161 U.S. Hwy. 431S. Look for signs for parking locations. 10–2.
APR. 18, SCOTTSBORO MARKET ON THE SCOTTSBORO SQUARE
cityofscottsboro.com. Free. Courthouse Square. 9–4.
APR. 18, WAVERLY WAVERLY “OLD 280” BOOGIE, 20TH ANNIVERSARY standarddeluxe.com. Admission. 1015 Mayberry Ave. 11–8:30.
APR. 18–19, WETUMPKA FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR ENCAMPMENT
fttoulousejackson.org. 334-567-3002. Admission. Fort Toulouse-Fort Jackson Park. 9–4.
APR. 18, WETUMPKA TULOTOMA ART TRAIL
thekelly.org. 334-567-3343. Free. Downtown. 10–5.
APR. 23–MAY 3, MONTGOMERY “I AND YOU”
asf.net. 334-271-5353. Admission. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Visit website for event schedule.
APR. 23–25, ORANGE BEACH BAMA COAST CRUISE
bamacoastcruisin.com. 205-655-4950. Free. The Wharf. Th noon–4, F 9–5, Sat. 9–4.
APR. 24–26, ALEXANDER CITY RUSSELL MARINE - IN WATER BOAT SHOW russellmarine.net. 256-397-1300. Free. 450 Ridge Marina Way. 9–5.
APR. 24–25, BERRY BERRY HERITAGE FESTIVAL
townofberryalabama.org. 205-689-4562. Free. Downtown. F 5 p.m. until; Sat. 9–3.
APR. 24–26, BIRMINGHAM MAGIC CITY ART CONNECTION magiccityart.com. 205-595-6306. Admission. Linn Park. F–Sat. 10–6, Sun. 10–5.
APR. 24–25, FLORENCE SMOKE ON THE WATER FESTIVAL
smokeonthewaterfestival.com. Free. McFarland Park. 10–8.
APR. 25, ARAB BACK WHEN DAYS
arabcity.org/index.php/living_ in_arab/historic_village. 256-550-0290. Free. Arab Historic Village. 9–3.
APR. 25, AUBURN AUBURN CITYFEST
auburncityfest.com. 334-501-2936. Free. Kiesel Park. 9–4.
APR. 25, AUBURN BO BIKES BAMA
bobikesbama.com. 334-887-8747. Admission. Visit website for event locations and schedule. 7:30 a.m.
APR. 25, BESSEMER BOB SYKES BBQ & BLUES FESTIVAL
bobsykes.com/blues-festival. 205-426-1400. Admission. DeBardeleben Park. Gates open 11 a.m., Festival noon–8.
APR. 25–26, BIRMINGHAM CORKS & CHEFS: A TASTE OF BIRMINGHAM
corksandchefs.com. 205-595-6306. Admission. Linn Park. Noon–3.
APR. 25–26, COURTLAND WINGS OVER COURTLAND
wingsovercourtland.com. 256-3666796. Free. Downtown. 10–10.
APR. 25–26, DAUPHIN ISLAND THUNDER ON THE BAY
dauphinisland.org. 251-861-6992. Admission. Historic Fort Gaines. 9–5.
APR. 25, SPANISH FORT DELTA WOODS AND WATERS EXPO
deltawoodsandwatersexpo.com. 251-625-0814. Free. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center. 9–4.
APR. 25, THOMASTON PEPPER JELLY FESTIVAL
MAY MAY, ARLEY ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL, CAR SHOW & PARADE
ruralheritagecenter.com. 334-627-3388. Free. Rural Heritage Center. 10–3.
facebook.com/arley-womensclub-Inc-167423083305189. 205-489-1445. Free. Hamner Park. 8:30–3. Visit website for exact event date.
APR. 25–26, TROY TROYFEST
MAY, HELENA BUCK CREEK FESTIVAL
troyfestarts.com. 334-674-2455. Free. Downtown. Sat. 9–5, Sun. 10–4.
APR. 25, WEOGUFKA WEOGUFKA MULE DAY
facebook.com/weogufkacenter. 256-249-8885. Admission. Weogufka Center. 9–4.
APR. 26, MOBILE MUD BOTTOM REVIVAL MUSIC FESTIVAL
dogriver.org. Admission. Bender Point on Dog River. Visit website for event schedule.
APR. 30–MAY 2, TUSKEGEE GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER COMMEMORATIVE FESTIVAL
carverfestival.org. 334-727-7798. Free. Downtown on the Square. 10–6.
buckcreekfestival.com. 205-296-6153, 205-410-4496. Free. Helena Amphitheater Park. Fri. 6–10 p.m., Sat. 10–10. Visit website for exact event date.
MAY 1–2, FOLEY GULF COAST HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL
gulfcoastballoonfestival.com. 251-943-3291. Free. 210 Cater Lee Way. F 2–10 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–10 p.m.
MAY 1–SEPT. 30, HUNTSVILLE PURDY BUTTERFLY HOUSE OPEN hsvbg.org. 256-830-4447. Admission. Huntsville Botanical Garden. 9–6.
MAY 1–2, HUNTSVILLE WHISTLESTOP WEEKEND
whistlestopweekend.com. 256-426-2350. Admission. Historic Huntsville Depot. F 4–11 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.–11 p.m.
APR. 24–26, GENEVA GENEVA FESTIVAL ON THE RIVERS
genevariverfestival.com. 334-313-8177. Admission. Robert Fowler Memorial Park. F 1–6 p.m., Sat. 8–6, Sun. 1-6 p.m.
April 25–26 Corks & Chefs: A Taste of Birmingham
APR. 24–26, HUNTSVILLE PANOPLY ARTS FESTIVAL
artshuntsville.org/panoply-artsfestival. 256-519-2787. Admission. Big Spring Park. F 5–9 p.m., Sat. 10–9, Sun. 11–6.
This page: courtesy of Corks & Chefs. Opposite: courtesy of Magic City Art Connection
APR. 24–25, JEMISON ANTIQUES IN THE GARDEN
petalsfromthepast.com. 205-646-0069. Free. Petals from the Past. 9–5.
APR. 24–26, LINCOLN GEICO 500 WEEKEND
talladegasuperspeedway.com. 256-761-4976. Admission. Talladega Superspeedway. Visit website for event schedule.
APR. 24–26, ORANGE BEACH INTERSTATE MULLET TOSS AND GULF COAST’S GREATEST BEACH PARTY
florabama.com. 251-980-5118. Admission. Flora-Bama. F starting at noon, Sat.–Sun. starting at 10 a.m.
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MAY 1–2, TROY SPRING PLANTIN’
pioneer-museum.org/events. 334-566-3597. Admission. Pioneer Museum of Alabama. 9–4.
MAY 1–31, WETUMPKA ANNUAL FLOWER SPECTACULAR
jasminehill.org. 334-263-5713, 334-328-8917. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. F–Sat. 9–5, Sun. noon–5.
MAY 2, ABBEVILLE YATTA ABBA DAY
facebook.com/yattaabbaday. 334-585-2273. Free. Downtown. 9–3.
MAY 2, ATMORE MAYFEST
atmorechamber.com. 251-368-3305. Free. Tom Byrne Park. 9–4.
MAY 2–3, BAYOU LA BATRE BLESSING OF THE FLEET fleetblessing.org. 251-824-2415. Free. 13790 S. Wintzell Ave. Visit website for event schedule.
MAY 2, CHILDERSBURG KYMULGA GRITS FESTIVAL
kymulgagristmill.com. 256-378-7436. Admission. Kymulga Grist Mill & Covered Bridge. 9–4.
MAY 2, CULLMAN CULLMAN STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
facebook.com/cullmanstrawberry fest. 256-734-9157. Free. Festhalle Market Platz. 9 a.m.–midnight.
MAY 2, ENTERPRISE CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL IN THE PARK
Mar. 14, Foley BBQ & BLUES COOK-OFF 251-943-5550 foleybbqandblues.net Mar. 14, Semmes HEAVENLY HOG THROWDOWN 251-660-4804 semmeschamber.org Apr. 4, Monroeville HIPPY’S BIG BUTT BBQ BASH 251-564-1437 hippyofmc.org Apr. 11, Gadsden SMOKE ON THE FALLS 256-549-4663 noccalulafallspark.com/ special-events Apr. 17–18, Camden MARK CURL MEMORIAL BBQ COOK-OFF 334-682-4929 wilcoxareachamber.com
Apr. 18, Birmingham CAHABAQUE BBQ COOK-OFF 205-578-2616 cahababrewing.com
July 24–25, Hartselle COTTON PICKIN’ BBQ COOK-OFF 256-773-4370 hartsellechamber.com
Apr. 24–25, Florence SMOKE ON THE WATER FESTIVAL 256-710-5407 smokeonthewaterfestival.com
September, Decatur RIVERFEST BARBECUE COOK-OFF 256-353-0157 facebook.com/riverfestbbq
May 1–2, Huntsville WHISTLESTOP FESTIVAL & ROCKET CITY BBQ 256-564-8100 whistlestopweekend.com
Oct. 9–10, Butler BUTLER FEST & BBQ COOK-OFF 205-459-3795 butleralabama.org
Jun. 12–13, Huntsville REELIN’ N SMOKIN’ BACKYARD BBQ COMPETITION 256-882-1057 dittolanding.org
Oct. 10, Scottsboro SCOTTSBORO BBQ COOK-OFF FESTIVAL 256-259-0454 scottsborobbqcookoff.com
Jun. 26–27, Elkmont SMOKIN’ RAILROAD STREET BBQ COOK-OFF 256-431-0277 facebook.com/ SmokinRailroadBBQ
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Dec. 4, Demopolis CHRISTMAS ON THE RIVER BARBEQUE COOK-OFF 334-289-0270 visitdemopolisarea.com/ events
enterpriseal.gov. 334-347-1211. Free. Enterprise Recreational Complex. 2 p.m.
MAY 2, FORT PAYNE WILDFLOWER SATURDAY
facebook.com/desotosp. 256-845-0051. Free. DeSoto State Park. Sat. hikes at 9, 1, & 3; presentation at 7:15 p.m.
MAY 2–3, GADSDEN ART ON THE ROCKS
256-549-4663. Admission. Noccalula Falls Park. 9–4.
MAY 2–3, LEIGHTON RECALL LAGRANGE
lagrangehistoricsite.com. 256-446-9324, 256-383-0783. Free. LaGrange College Site Park & Antebellum Cemetery. 10–4.
MAY 2, MONTGOMERY FLIMP FESTIVAL
mmfa.org/visit/flimp-festival. 334-240-4333. Admission. Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts. 10–2.
MAY 2, OPELIKA GARDEN IN THE PARK
keepopelikabeautiful.com. 334-749-4970. Free. Opelika Municipal Park. 8–3.
This page: ATD/Art Meripol. Opposite: courtesy of SEC
BBQ Events
MAY 2, TRUSSVILLE TRUSSVILLE CITY FEST
trussvillechamber.com/chamberevents/city-fest. 205-655-7535. Admission. Downtown. Visit website for event schedule.
MAY 6–10, BIRMINGHAM REGIONS TRADITION
regionstradition.com. 205-9674745. Admission. Greystone Golf & Country Club. Visit website for event schedule.
MAY 8–9, GUIN GUIN MAYFEST
guinal.org. 205-468-2242. Free. 7500 U.S. Hwy. 43. F 5–10 p.m., Sat. 8–4.
MAY 8–9, PRATTVILLE PRATTVILLE CITYFEST
prattvillecityfest.com. 334-365-7392. Admission. Main St. F 7–11 p.m., Sat. 9–5.
MAY 8–10, SPRINGVILLE HOMESTEAD HOLLOW SPRING ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL homesteadhollow.com. 205-4672002. Admission. I-59 exit 154. 9–5.
MAY 9–10, BIRMINGHAM BIRMINGHAM ROSE SHOW
birminghamrose.org. 205-5859687. Free. Birmingham Botanical Gardens. 1–4 p.m.
MAY 9–10, FOLEY FOLEY ART IN THE PARK
facebook.com/foleyartcenter. 251-943-4381. Free. John B. Foley Park. 9–5.
MAY 9, MILLBROOK PLANTS AND POLLINATORS FESTIVAL
alabamawildlife.org. 334-285-4550. Admission. NaturePlex at the Alabama Nature Center. 9–5.
MAY 9, PELHAM ALABAMA WILDLIFE CENTER’S BABY BIRD SHOWER
MAY 15–16, ATHENS LIMESTONE COUNTY SHERIFF’S RODEO
limestonesheriffrodeo.com. Admission. Limestone Sheriff ’s Arena. Gates open at 6 p.m.; Rodeo at 8 p.m.
MAY 15–17, GULF SHORES HANGOUT MUSIC FESTIVAL hangoutmusicfest.com. 251-948-3030. Admission. The Hangout. Visit website for event schedule.
MAY 15–17, LEEDS BARBER HISTORICS
barberracingevents.com. 205-298-9040. Admission. Barber Motorsports Park & Museum. Visit website for event schedule.
MAY 15–16, ORANGE BEACH ORANGE BEACH BILLFISH CLASSIC orangebeachbillfishclassic.com. 251-224-1000. Free. The Wharf Marina. F 7–10 p.m., Sat. 6–10 p.m.
MAY 15–17, PELL CITY LOGAN MARTIN LAKEFEST AND BOAT SHOW
MAY 16–17, FLORENCE ARTS ALIVE FESTIVAL
MAY 16, SCOTTSBORO CATFISH FESTIVAL
MAY 16, GLENWOOD THE FESTIVAL AT THE WELL
MAY 19–24, HOOVER SEC BASEBALL TOURNAMENT
MAY 16, LEEDS CREEK BANK FESTIVAL
MAY 20–22, GULF SHORES NAIA OUTDOOR TRACK & FIELD CHAMPIONSHIP
alabamaartsalive.com. 256-7661445. Free. Wilson Park. 9–5.
facebook.com/glenwoodalabama-123996824299880. 334-335-3426, 334-335-3165. Admission. Downtown at the Well. 9 a.m.–midnight.
creekbankfestival.com. 205-699-5001. Free. Veterans Memorial Park. 10–4.
MAY 16–17, MENTONE MENTONE RHODODENDRON FESTIVAL
facebook.com/mentonealabama festivals. 256-845-3957. Free. Mentone Brow Park. 10–5.
MAY 16, MOBILE ARMED FORCES DAY/BLUE STAR SALUTE CELEBRATION AT USS ALABAMA BATTLESHIP MEMORIAL PARK
loganmartinlakefest.com. 770-826-3524. Free. Lakeside Park. Visit website for event schedule.
armedforcesdaymobile.com. 251-471-4322. Free. USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park. 6:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
MAY 16–23, AUBURN ALABAMA’S MAGNIFICENT BICYCLE ADVENTURE 2020
MAY 16, OPELIKA EAST ALABAMA CAR SHOW AND SWAP MEET
amba1.com. 334-524-0226. Admission. Chewacla State Park. Visit website for event schedule.
MAY 16, BIRMINGHAM OPERA BIRMINGHAM VOCAL COMPETITION SEMI-FINALS
operabirmingham.org. Admission. UAB Hulsey Recital Hall. 10:30–3.
334-703-5528. Free. 1220 Fox Run Pkwy. 8–2:30.
MAY 16, PELHAM PELHAM PALOOZA IN THE PARK
scottsboro.com. 256-574-4305. Free. Jackson County Park. 9–5.
secsports.com/championship/ baseball. 877-332-7804. Admission. Hoover Met Complex. Visit website for event schedule.
naia.org. Admission. Mickey Miller Blackwell Stadium. 9–9.
MAY 22–23, ALEXANDER CITY RXR FEST
russellcrossroads.com. 256-397-1019. Free. Russell Crossroads. Visit website for event schedule.
MAY 22–23, BRILLIANT 20TH ANNUAL COALFEST
facebook.com/brilliantalabama coalfest. 205-465-2281. Free. Downtown. F 6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.
MAY 22, DECATUR DAIKIN FESTIVAL
decaturcvb.org. 800-524-6181. Free. Morgan County Fairgrounds. 6 p.m.
MAY 22–25, FOLEY MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND CELEBRATION AT OWA
visitowa.com/events. 251-923-2111. Free. OWA. Visit website for event schedule.
pelhampalooza.live. 205-620-6403. Free. Pelham Recreation Center. 10–4. May 19–24 SEC Baseball Tournament, Hoover
alabamawildlifecenter.org. 205-663-7930. Free. Alabama Wildlife Center. 11–2.
MAY 9, UNION SPRINGS CHUNNENUGGEE FAIR
chunnenuggeefair.com. 334-7388683. Free. Courthouse Square. 9–3.
MAY 14–16, FLORENCE SHOALS FRONT PORCH STORYTELLING FESTIVAL
facebook.com/visitflorenceal. Admission. The Shoals Theatre. Visit website for event schedule.
MAY 14–17, FORT PAYNE U.S. 11 ANTIQUE ALLEY YARD SALE
us11antiquealley.com. 256-8453957. Free. U.S. Hwy. 11 through Alabama. Sunrise to sunset.
MAY 15–16, ARAB POKE SALAT FESTIVAL
pokesalatfestival.com. 256-586-3138. Free. Downtown. F 2–9 p.m., Sat. 10–8.
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JUNE 5–6, GEORGIANA HANK WILLIAMS FESTIVAL
June 5–7 Crawfish Cook-off, Bay Minette
hankwilliamsfestival.com. 334-376-2396. Admission. Hank Williams Boyhood Home and Museum. Visit website for event schedule.
JUNE 5–6, GORDO MULEDAY/CHICKENFEST gordoareachamber.com. 205-364-7111. Free. Main St. F 6–11 p.m., Sat. 8–2.
JUNE 5–6, HALEYVILLE 9-1-1 FESTIVAL
haleyvillechamber.org. 205-486-4611. Free. Downtown. Visit website for event schedule.
JUNE 5, THOMASVILLE A CELEBRATION OF MEMORIES: KATHRYN TUCKER WINDHAM BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
facebook.com/kathryn-tuckerwindham-museum-163577974317. 334-637-3146. Admission. Coastal Alabama Community College. 7:30–5.
JUNE 5–6, TUSCUMBIA NORTH ALABAMA AFRICAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL MAY 22–23, LAUDERDALE CO. SHADES OF BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
facebook.com/shadesbluegrassfest. 931-629-2285. Admission. Lauderdale Co. Check website for exact event location. All day.
MAY 22, ORANGE BEACH PEPSI BEACH BALL DROP AT THE WHARF
alwharf.com/calendar/28c50157fa~ pepsi+beach+ball+drop.htm. 251-224-1000. Free. The Wharf. Visit website for event schedule.
MAY 23–24, DECATUR ALABAMA JUBILEE HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL
alabamajubilee.net. 800-524-6181. Free. Point Mallard Park. 6 a.m.–10 p.m.
MAY 23–24, ECLECTIC ART ON THE LAKE
childrensharbor.com/art-on-thelake. 334-857-2133. Free. Children’s Harbor. Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–2.
MAY 23, GULF SHORES LIVING HISTORY MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE
fort-morgan.org. 251-540-7127. Admission. Fort Morgan State Historic Site. 9–3.
MAY 23, GULF SHORES LULUPALOOZA
lulubuffett.com/gulf-shores. 251-967-5858. Free. LuLu’s Gulf Shores. Noon–9 p.m.
MAY 23, MILLBROOK HOT RODS IN THE PARK
MAY 25, MONTEVALLO MEMORIAL DAY AT THE ALABAMA NATIONAL CEMETERY
scalnc.org. 205-680-3413. Free. 3313 Hwy. 119. 9 a.m.
MAY 25, MONTEVALLO MEMORIAL DAY AT THE AMERICAN VILLAGE
americanvillage.org. 205-665-3535. Free. American Village. 10–4.
MAY 30, BRUNDIDGE SPRINGFEST IN BRUNDIDGE 334-735-2773. Free. Downtown. All Day.
JUNE JUNE, BIRMINGHAM SLICEFEST
slicefest.com. Admission. 725 29th Street S. Visit website for exact event date/schedule.
JUNE, CULLMAN ROCK THE SOUTH
rockthesouth.com. 256-737-7565. Admission. 1872 CR 469. Visit website for exact event date/schedule.
JUNE, SLOCOMB SLOCOMB TOMATO FESTIVAL facebook.com/slocombtomatofest. 334-886-2334. Admission. Centennial Park. Visit website for exact event date/schedule.
334-324-2863. Free. Village Green Park. 9–4.
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JUNE 2–JULY 28, GULF SHORES TUESDAY EVENING LIVING HISTORY TOURS AT FORT MORGAN
fort-morgan.org. 251-540-7127. Admission. Fort Morgan State Historic Site. 6 p.m.
JUNE 2–JULY 31, MONTEVALLO CELEBRATE AMERICA!
americanvillage.org. 205-665-3535. Admission. American Village. 10–4.
JUNE 3–JULY 29, THEODORE WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS AT BELLINGRATH GARDENS AND HOME bellingrath.org. 251-973-2217. Admission. Bellingrath Gardens and Home. 10:30 a.m.
JUNE 5–13, ALEXANDER CITY ALEXANDER CITY SUN FESTIVAL alexandercitychamber.com. 256-234-3461. Free. Visit website for event locations/schedule.
JUNE 5–7, BAY MINETTE CRAWFISH COOK-OFF
facebook.com/northbaldwin chamberofcommerce. 251-937-5665. Blackburn Park. 5–9 p.m.
JUNE 5–7, BIRMINGHAM BARBER SMALL BORE
barbermuseum.org. 205-699-7275. Admission. Barber Motorsports Park. 8–6.
colbertcountytourism.org. 256-381-1797, 256-335-2911. Free. Willie Green Recreation Park. 11–8.
JUNE 5–JULY 11, TUSCUMBIA “THE MIRACLE WORKER” facebook.com/pg/the-miracleworker-at-ivy-green-305529381012. 256-383-4066. Admission. Helen Keller Birthplace and Home. Gates open 6:30 p.m., play begins 8 p.m.
JUNE 6, ALABASTER ALABASTER CITYFEST
alabastercityfest.com. Free. 1921 Warrior Pkwy. 9 a.m.–11 p.m.
JUNE 6, COURTLAND PARADE, PAGEANT AND PICNIC IN THE PARK
256-637-2707. Free. Downtown. 8–8.
JUNE 6, DADEVILLE LIL CALYPSO ART FESTIVAL ON LAKE MARTIN
facebook.com/chucks-marina107437862610660. 256-825-6871. Free. 237 Marina Rd. 10–4.
JUNE 6, HUNTSVILLE FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL AND EXPO
familyfunfesthsv.com. Free. Von Braun Center. 10–5.
JUNE 6, ORRVILLE B.Y.O. (BRING YOUR OWN) BIKE TOUR
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/cahawba/ cahawba.aspx. 334-872-8058. Admission. Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. 10 a.m.
JUNE 6, ROANOKE SUMMER ON MAIN STREET FESTIVAL
randolphcountyal.com. 334-863-6612. Free. Main Street. 8–5.
JUNE 16–JULY 12, MONTGOMERY “CINDERELLA”
JUNE 20, MOBILE USS DRUM CREWMEN ASSOCIATION REUNION
JUNE 19–21, BIRMINGHAM ALABAMA STATE GAMES
JUNE 20, MONTGOMERY JUNETEENTH
JUNE 20, ANNISTON ANNISTON FAMILY HERITAGE FESTIVAL AND CONCERT
JUNE 25–27, TUSCUMBIA ART OF THE DISH EXHIBIT
annistonal.gov. 256-236-8221. Free. Zinn Park. Noon–10 p.m.
bellemontmansion.org. 256-3815052, 256-383-0783. Admission. Belle Mont Mansion. 10–4.
JUNE 20, BAY MINETTE RIDEYELLOW 2020
JUNE 25–28, TUSCUMBIA HELEN KELLER FESTIVAL
asf.net. 334-271-5353. Admission. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Visit website for event schedule.
alagames.com. 334-280-0065. Free. Visit website for event locations/schedule.
rideyellow.org. 251-937-9099. Admission. Halliday Park. 7–1. June 12–13 30th Anniversary Alex City Jazz Fest, Alexander City
JUNE 6, VALLEY HEAD MEMORIES OF MAYBERRY
Top to bottom: courtesy of Alexander Chamber of Commerce, courtesy of Florence-Lauderdale Tourism; opposite: courtesy of North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce
facebook.com/memories-ofmayberry-festival-217972635433376. 256-635-6814. Free. Downtown Square. 9 a.m.
JUNE 7, BIRMINGHAM VULCAN BIRTHDAY BASH
visitvulcan.com. 205-933-1409. Admission. Vulcan Park & Museum. 1–5 p.m.
JUNE 9–14, STEVENSON STEVENSON DEPOT DAYS
cityofstevensonalabama.com/depotdays.html. 256-437-3012. Free. Stevenson Railroad Depot Museum & Stevenson City Park. 10–9.
JUNE 12–13, ALEXANDER CITY ALEX CITY JAZZ FEST
JUNE 13, FULTONDALE BLACK CREEK ARTS FESTIVAL njartsalliance.org. 205-538-3676. Free. Black Creek Park. 10–4.
JUNE 13, ONEONTA JUNE FLING
oneontabusinessassociation.com. 205-446-0462. Free. Downtown. 9–4.
JUNE 13, RAINSVILLE SUMMER LATINO FESTIVAL
nacc.edu. 256-638-4418, ext. 2271. Free. Northeast Alabama Community College. Noon–4 p.m.
JUNE 20, BREWTON ALABAMA BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL
brewtonchamber.com/blueberryfestival. 251-867-3224. Free. Jennings Park. 8–3.
JUNE 20–26, CLANTON CHILTON COUNTY PEACH FESTIVAL
chiltonchamberonline.com. 205-755-2400. Free. Visit website for event locations/schedule.
ussalabama.com. 251-433-2703. Admission. USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park. 10–3.
334-241-8615. Admission. Rosa Parks Museum. Call for event schedule.
helenkellerfestival.com. 256-383-0783. Admission. Downtown & Spring Park. Visit website for event locations/schedule.
JUNE 26–AUG. 1, ATHENS ATHENS LIONS CLUB KIDDIE CARNIVAL
e-clubhouse.org/sites/athensal. Free. 309 E. Forrest St. Th–Sat. 6:30–9:30 p.m.
JUNE 26, CLANTON PEACH JAM JUBILEE
chiltonchamberonline.com. 205-755-2400. Free. Clanton City Park. 3–10 p.m.
JUNE 20–27, DOTHAN PRESS THORNTON FUTURE MASTERS
JUNE 26–27, COLUMBIANA LIBERTY DAY CELEBRATION
futuremastersgolf.com. 334-793-7144. Free. Dothan Country Club. Visit website for event schedule.
cityofcolumbiana.com. 205-669-5800. Free. Main St. F 6–9 p.m., Sat. 9–9.
JUNE 20, GADSDEN THE BARBARIAN CHALLENGE
JUNE 27–28, GUNTERSVILLE GUNTERSVILLE LAKE HYDROFEST
barbarianchallenge.com. 256-549-4663. Admission. Noccalula Falls Park. 8–5.
guntersvillelakehydrofest.com. 256-582-7015. Admission. Along Sunset Dr. 9–4.
alexcityjazzfest.com. Free. Strand Park. F 6–10 p.m.; Lake Martin Amphitheater. Sat. 6–10 p.m.
JUNE 12–14, GADSDEN WHEELS ON THE HILL CAR SHOW
noccalulafallspark.com/specialevents. 256-549-4663. Admission. Noccalula Falls Park. 8–5.
JUNE 12–13, HUNTSVILLE REELIN ‘N SMOKIN BACKYARD BBQ COMPETITION dittolanding.org. 256-882-1057. Admission. Ditto Landing. 11–4.
JUNE 13, BESSEMER CARIBBEAN FOOD AND MUSIC FESTIVAL
cacaoonline.org. 205-383-1726. Free. DeBardeleben Park. 11–8.
JUNE 13, EUFAULA ALABAMA CHILDREN’S CLASSIC BASS TOURNAMENT alabamachildrensclassic.org. 334-687-6266. Admission. Lakepoint Marina. 5 a.m.–3 p.m.
July 17–26 W.C. Handy Music Festival, Florence
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adsfr.com. Admission. 515 Lemoyne Dr. Visit website for event schedule.
JULY 16, MONTGOMERY CAPITAL CITY SHAPE NOTES SINGING
oldalabamatown.com. 334-242-4076. Free. Old Alabama Town. 9:30–3.
JULY 16–19, UNION SPRINGS “SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN” reddoortheatre.org. Admission. Red Door Theatre. 7:30 p.m., Sun. 2:30 p.m.
JULY 17–26, FLORENCE W.C. HANDY MUSIC FESTIVAL wchandymusicfestival.org. 256-766-7642. Free. Visit website for event locations/schedule.
JULY 17–18, TUSCUMBIA SADDLE UP FOR ST. JUDE
saddleup4kids.org. 256-383-0377. Admission. 1 Underwood Rd. Visit website for event schedule.
JULY 18, MONTGOMERY SUMMER ANIMAL ENRICHMENT DAY
montgomeryzoo.com. Admission. Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. 10–2.
JULY JULY 3–4, ALEXANDER CITY ARTI GRAS
russellcrossroads.com. 256-773-4370. Free. Russell Crossroads. 9–3.
JULY 3–4, GRAND BAY GRAND BAY WATERMELON FESTIVAL
grandbaywatermelonfestival.org. 251-865-3456. Admission. Odd Fellows Park. F 3–7 p.m., Sat. 8–4.
JULY 3, GULF SHORES WWI PHOTO EXHIBIT
fort-morgan.org. 251-540-7127. Admission. Fort Morgan State Historic Site. 9–3.
JULY 3, ORANGE BEACH INDEPENDENCE DAY STREET PARTY AT THE WHARF alwharf.com. 251-244-1000. Free. The Wharf. 5–9 p.m.
JULY 3–31, WETUMPKA CRAPE MYRTLE SHOW
jasminehill.org. 334-263-5713, 334-328-8917. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. F–Sat. 9–5, Sun. noon–5.
JULY 4, ALEXANDER CITY 4TH OF JULY BOAT PARADE
russellmarine.net. 334-857-2111. Free. 255 Kowaliga Marina Rd. 10 a.m.
JULY 4, BIRMINGHAM THUNDER ON THE MOUNTAIN
JULY 4, OXFORD OXFORD FREEDOM FESTIVAL
JULY 18, PINSON FLOAT YOUR BOAT SUMMER FESTIVAL
JULY 4, DECATUR SPIRIT OF AMERICA FESTIVAL
JULY 4, PRATTVILLE PRATTVILLE INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
JULY 24–25, HARTSELLE COTTON PICKIN’ BBQ COOK-OFF
JULY 4, FLORENCE SHOALS SPIRIT OF FREEDOM CELEBRATION
JULY 4, SCOTTSBORO 4TH OF JULY ON THE TENNESSEE RIVER
JULY 24, ROGERSVILLE ROLLING ON THE RIVER
goosepond.org. 800-268-2884. Free. Goosepond Colony Resort. 6–10 p.m.
alapark.com/parks/joe-wheelerstate-park/park-events. 256-2475461. Free. Joe Wheeler State Park Lodge. 6 p.m.
JULY 10–11, ANDALUSIA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP DOMINO TOURNAMENT
JULY 25, CLANTON CHILTON COUNTY ARTS FESTIVAL
JULY 4, CULLMAN SMITH LAKE PARK INDEPENDENCE DAY FESTIVAL facebook.com/smithlakepark. 256-739-2916. Admission. Smith Lake Park. 9–9.
spiritofamericafestival.com. 256-341-4903. Free. Point Mallard Park. Visit website for event schedule.
visitflorenceal.com. 256-740-4141. Free. McFarland Park. All day.
JULY 4, HENAGAR SAND MOUNTAIN POTATO FESTIVAL
discoverlookoutmountain.com. 256-657-6282. Free. Henagar Town Park. 10 a.m.
JULY 4, HUNTSVILLE U.S. SPACE & ROCKET CENTER JULY 4TH FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA rocketcenter.com. Free. U.S. Space & Rocket Center. 9 p.m.
JULY 4, MONTEVALLO INDEPENDENCE DAY 1776
americanvillage.org. 205-665-3535. Admission. American Village. 11–9.
JULY 4, OPP OPP JULY 4TH CELEBRATION
cityofopp.com/index.php/calendarof-events. 334-493-2122. Free. Frank Jackson State Park. 10–9.
visitvulcan.com. Free. Vulcan Park & Museum. 9 p.m.
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oxfordalabama.org. 256.831.2660. Free. 401 McCullars Lane. 8 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
facebook.com/prattvilleal.gov. 334-595-0850. Free. Pratt Park. All day.
facebook.com/world-championshipdomino-tournament-123963000982434. 334-222-2030, 334-222-5830. Free. Andalusia Kiwanis Fair Complex. Registration 6:30 a.m.; games begin 8 a.m.
JULY 11, MOBILE BATTLESHIP RUGBY 7S TOURNAMENT
ussalabama.com. 251-433-2703. Admission. USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park. 8–4.
JULY 15–19, ORANGE BEACH 2020 BLUE MARLIN GRAND CHAMPIONSHIP OF THE GULF
thewharfmarina.com. 251-224-1900. Admission. The Wharf Marina. Visit website for event schedule.
turkeycreeknp.com. 205-305-4385. Free. Turkey Creek Nature Preserve. 10–4.
hartsellechamber.com. 256-773-4370. Free. 110 Railroad St. SW. Visit website for event schedule.
chiltoncountyartscouncil.com/ chilton-county-art-festival.html. 205-245-9441. Free. Clanton Conference & Performing Arts Center. 9–4.
JULY 25, VINA VINA JULY FEST
franklincountychamber.org. 256-356-9661. Free. Vina Fire Station. 10–10.
AUGUST AUG., OPELIKA FUTRAL ARTIFACT SHOW
futralshow.com. 334-821-5823. Admission. Village Event Center. 8–3. Visit website for exact event date.
Left: courtesy of Charles Yeager; opposite: ATD/Lance Holloway
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JULY 16–19, DAUPHIN ISLAND DEEP SEA FISHING RODEO
July 18 Float Your Boat Summer Festival, Pinson
AUG. 1, BAYOU LA BATRE BAYOU LA BATRE KAYAK CLASSIC
AUG. 13–15, MONTGOMERY BUCKMASTERS EXPO
bayoulabatrekayakclassic.org. 251-824-4088. Admission. 14772 State Docks Rd. 6–5, Weigh-in 10–3.
buckmasters.com/resources/expo. aspx. Free. Montgomery Convention Center. Visit website for event schedule.
AUG. 1, DAUPHIN ISLAND 156TH COMMEMORATIVE BATTLE OF MOBILE BAY
AUG. 14–23, STATEWIDE ALABAMA RESTAURANT WEEK
dauphinisland.org/fort-gaines. 251-861-6992. Admission. Historic Fort Gaines. 9–5.
AUG. 1–2, ELKMONT PINEY CHAPEL AMERICAN FARM HERITAGE DAYS
visitathensal.com. 256-431-6226. Admission. Downtown. 7 a.m–11 p.m.
AUG. 1, GULF SHORES COMMEMORATION OF THE BATTLE OF MOBILE BAY & SIEGE OF FORT MORGAN
alabama.travel/alabama-restaurantweek. 334-242-4169. Admission. Restaurants throughout Alabama. Visit website for exact event date/locations.
AUG. 15, GADSDEN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
habitatdragonboat.com. 256-543-1898. Free. Riverwalk Park. 9–2.
AUG. 15, ROGERSVILLE ROCKIN’ THE RIVER
AUG. 22–23, EUTAW BLACK BELT FOLK ROOTS FESTIVAL
205-372-0525. Free. Courthouse Square. Sat. 11–6, Sun. 2–7.
AUG. 22, FYFFE FYFFE UFO DAY
facebook.com/FyffeUFODays. 256-845-2222. Free. Fyffe Town Park. 9–8.
AUG. 22, GUNTERSVILLE RIVER RUN CAR SHOW
riverruncarshow.net. 256-677-9763. Admission. Marshall County Park #1. 8–3.
AUG. 24–30, BIRMINGHAM SIDEWALK FILM FESTIVAL
sidewalkfest.com. 205-324-0888. Admission. Downtown. Visit website for event locations/schedule.
fort-morgan.org. 251-540-7127. Admission. Fort Morgan State Historic Site. 9–3.
facebook.com/rogersvillechamberofcommerce. 256-247-9449. Free. Joe Wheeler State Park Lodge. 8 a.m.–10 p.m.
AUG. 29, LOWNDESBORO OKRA FESTIVAL
AUG. 1, ORRVILLE TRUE CRIME WAGON TOUR OF OLD CAHAWBA
AUG. 15, UNION SPRINGS BIG DONKEY FESTIVAL
SEPTEMBER
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/cahawba/ cahawba.aspx. 334-872-8058. Admission. Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. 10 a.m.
AUG. 1–30, WETUMPKA SUMMER FLOWER SHOW
dreamfieldfarms.com. Admission. Dream Field Farms. 10–3.
AUG. 21–22, OZARK SOUTH ALABAMA PRO RODEO CLASSIC
jasminehill.org. 334-263-5713, 334-328-8917. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. F–Sat. 9–5, Sun. noon–5.
rodeosusa.com/rodeos/southalabama-pro-rodeo-classic. 334-774-9448. Admission. Dale County Ag-Plex Arena. Gates open 6 p.m., rodeo starts 8 p.m.
AUG. 6–9, FORT PAYNE WORLD’S LONGEST YARD SALE
AUG. 21–22, RUSSELLVILLE FRANKLIN COUNTY WATERMELON FESTIVAL
visitlookoutmountain.com. 256-845-3957. Free. Lookout Mountain Pkwy. Dawn–dusk.
AUG. 6–9, GADSDEN WORLD’S LONGEST YARD SALE
127yardsale.com. 256-549-4663. Free. Noccalula Falls Park. 7 a.m.–8 p.m.
franklincountychamber.org. 256-332-1760. Free. Downtown. F 6–10 p.m., Sat. 10–10.
334-730-5548. Free. 4560 Hwy 21. 11–6.
SEPT., BIRMINGHAM FIESTA 2020
fiestabham.com. Admission. Linn Park. 710 20th St. N. Noon–8 p.m. Visit website for exact event date.
SEPT., BIRMINGHAM MOTOAMERICA SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIP OF ALABAMA barberracingevents.com. 205-298-9040. Admission. Barber Motorsports Park. Visit website for exact event date/schedule.
SEPT., BIRMINGHAM SAINT GEORGE MIDDLE EASTERN FOOD FESTIVAL
saintgeorgeonline.org. 205-252-5788. Free. Saint George Melkite Catholic Church. 10:30–9. Visit website for exact event date.
SEPT., HUNTSVILLE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF NORTH ALABAMA (IFEST)
internationalsocietyofhuntsville.org. Free. 500 John Wright Dr. NW. 9–4. Visit website for exact event date.
SEPT. 1–OCT. 31, HUNTSVILLE FALL SCARECROW TRAIL hsvbg.org. 800-930-4447. Admission. Huntsville Botanical Garden. Daily 9–5, Sun. noon–5.
SEPT. 1–30, STATEWIDE ALABAMA ANTIQUE TRAIL SALE
alabamaantiquetrail.com. 256-797-5640. Free. Statewide. Visit website for more information.
SEPT. 3–7, SECTION MOUNTAIN TRAILS 50 MILE YARD SALE
256-632-2340. Free. AL Hwy. 71/73 from Section to Bryant. 8–3.
SEPT. 4–7, FOLEY LABOR DAY WEEKEND CELEBRATION
visitowa.com/events. 251-923-2111. Free. OWA. Visit website for event schedule.
SEPT. 4–27, WETUMPKA AUTUMN FLOWER SHOW
jasminehill.org. 334-263-5713, 334-328-8917. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. F–Sat. 9–5, Sun. noon–5.
August 21–22 Franklin County Watermelon Festival, Russellville
AUG. 6–23, MONTGOMERY “MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET”
asf.net. 334-271-5353. Admission. Alabama Shakespeare Festival. Visit website for event schedule.
AUG. 7–8, ARDMORE ARDMORE POLICE RESERVE RODEO
256-423-2146. Admission. John Barnes Park. 6–10 p.m.
AUG. 7–8, BIRMINGHAM SECRET STAGES MUSIC FESTIVAL
secretstages.net. Admission. Avondale Neighborhood. Visit website for event schedule.
AUG. 8, MONTGOMERY MAGICAL CREATURES
montgomeryzoo.com. 334-625-4900. Admission. Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. 10 a.m.
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SEPT. 5–6, DECATUR BATTLE FOR DECATUR
March–October First Fridays Foster Fest, Dothan
decaturcvb.org. 800-524-6181. Free. Point Mallard Park. Visit website for event schedule.
SEPT. 5, FOLEY LABOR DAY CAR SHOW
visitowa.com/events. 251-923-2111. Free. OWA. Visit website for event schedule.
SEPT. 5, GUNTERSVILLE ST. WILLIAM SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
stwilliamchurch.com. 256-582-4245. Free. Civitan Park. 7:30 a.m.
SEPT. 5, PISGAH OLD TIMER’S FESTIVAL
mountainlakeschamberofcommerce. com. 256-451-3640. Free. 15107 AL Hwy. 71. 10–6.
Downtown Celebrations Whether it’s a third Thursday or second Saturday, have fun in an Alabama city. FRIDAYS AFTER 5, (THIRD FRIDAY) IN ATHENS May–August 256-232-9040 facebook.com/fridaysafterfive Call to confirm monthly dates. SECOND FRIDAY IN CULLMAN June–September 256-734-0454 cullmanchamber.org LAST FRIDAY ART NIGHT IN DAUPHIN ISLAND January–September 251-861-3300 dauphinisland.org facebook.com/dauphinIslandarts THIRD FRIDAY IN DECATUR April–October 800-232-5449 256-350-2028 facebook.com/3rdfriday downtown FOSTER FEST IN DOTHAN (FIRST FRIDAY) March–October 334-794-6622 facebook.com/fosterfest FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK IN FAIRHOPE January–December 251-928-2228 esartcenter.org/visit/events FIRST FRIDAY IN FLORENCE March–December 877-290-8880 firstfridaysflorence.org THIRD SATURDAY SUNSET CRUISE-IN IN FORT PAYNE April–September
SEPT. 6–7, CULLMAN SMITH LAKE PARK SWEET TATER FESTIVAL
cullmancountyparks.com/smithlake. html. 256-739-2916. Admission. Smith Lake Park. 8–4.
256-996-3857 facebook.com/3rdsaturday fortpayneal
SEPT. 6, MONTGOMERY NAT KING COLE SOCIETY JAZZ FESTIVAL
FIRST FRIDAY IN GADSDEN March–December 256-547-8696 facebook.com/ downtowngadsdenfirstfriday
SEPT. 6, SCOTTSBORO ARTS IN THE PARK ARTS SUNDAY
SECOND FRIDAY ARTWALK IN HUNTSVILLE June–September 256-858-1857 facebook.com/downtownhsv SECOND FRIDAY LODA ART WALK IN MOBILE January–December 251-208-1550 facebook.com/lodaartwalk Call to confirm monthly dates. FRIDAY NIGHTS AT THE COVE (LAST FRIDAY) IN MONTEVALLO April–July, 205-597-9322 facebook.com/ montevallomainst FIRST MONDAY WEEKEND IN SCOTTSBORO January–December 256-218-0124 cityofscottsboro.com FIRST FRIDAY ART WALK IN TUSCALOOSA February–December 205-758-5195 firstfridaytuscaloosa.com SECOND SATURDAYS TUSCUMBIA May–September 256-345-0993 facebook.com/sstuscumbia
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wvasfm.org. Admission. Riverwalk Amphitheater. 5–9 p.m.
scottsborothreeartsclub.com. 256-259-1056. Admission. King-Caldwell Park. 10–6.
SEPT. 7, CHEROKEE COON DOG CEMETERY LABOR DAY CELEBRATION
coondogcemetery.com, coondawgs.com. 256-412-2149. Free. Key Underwood Coon Dog Cemetery. 10–4.
SEPT. 7, MCCALLA LABOR DAY CELEBRATION & MOON PIE EATIN’ CONTEST tannehill.org. 205-477-5711. Admission. Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park. Visit website for event schedule.
SEPT. 7, SEALE LABOR DAY FAIR
facebook.com/oldsealecourthouse. 334-298-6426. Free. Old Russell County Courthouse. 10–4 EDT.
SEPT. 7, SECTION SECTION LABOR DAY FESTIVAL
mountainlakeschamberofcommerce. com. 256-574-1330. Free. Section Community Park. 10–10.
SEPT. 7, TUSCUMBIA SHOALS LABOR DAY FESTIVAL
colbertcountytourism.org/see-do/ annual-events-festivals.html. 256-383-0783. Free. Spring Park. 8–3.
SEPT. 11–12, TUSCUMBIA OKA KAPASSA NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN FESTIVAL okakapassa.org. 256-383-0783. Free. Spring Park. F 9–2, Sat. 10–9.
SEPT. 12, ARAB ARAB COMMUNITY FAIR
arab-chamber.org. 256-586-3138. Free. Arab City Park. 9–3.
SEPT. 12–13, DAUPHIN ISLAND MASSACRE ISLAND’S PIRATE SIEGE dauphinisland.org. 251-861-6992. Admission. Historic Fort Gaines. 9–5.
SEPT. 12, FAYETTE FAYETTE ARTS FESTIVAL
fayetteartmuseum.vpweb.com. 205-932-8727. Free. Guthrie Smith Park. 9–3.
SEPT. 12–NOV. 7, GULF SHORES GCAA ART MARKET
gulfcoastartsalliance.com. 251-9482627. Free. 225 E. 24th Ave. 9–3.
SEPT. 12, HUNTSVILLE ALABAMA WOMEN IN JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL
valleyartsandentertainment.org. 256-262-7911. Admission. UAH West Lawn Amphitheater. 3–7 p.m.
SEPT. 12, LEESBURG LEESBURG DAY
cherokee-chamber.org. 256-523-8890. Free. Leesburg Town Park. 8–2.
SEPT. 12, MONTEVALLO TINGLEWOOD FESTIVAL
tinglewoodfestival.com. 205-665-1519. Free. Orr Park. 10–10.
SEPT. 12, ORRVILLE CANINES, CAMELS, CATS, & CRITTERS WAGON TOUR OF OLD CAHAWBA
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/cahawba/ cahawba.aspx. 334-872-8058. Admission. Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. 10 a.m.
SEPT. 19, BRIDGEPORT TRAIL OF TEARS COMMEMORATIVE MOTORCYCLE RIDE
al-tn-trailoftears.net. 678-743-3868. Free. Bridgeport to Waterloo. 8 a.m.
SEPT. 19–OCT. 31, FOLEY THE PARK AFTER DARK
visitowa.com/events. 251-923-2111. Admission. OWA. Visit website for event schedule.
SEPT. 19, FORT PAYNE BOOM DAYS HERITAGE CELEBRATION
boomdays.com. 256-845-3957. Free. Fort Payne City Park. 10 a.m.
SEPT. 19, GULF SHORES ALABAMA COASTAL CLEANUP alabamacoastalcleanup.com. 251-928-9792. Free. Alabama Gulf Coast Beaches. 8–noon.
SEPT. 19, HARTSELLE HARTSELLE DEPOT DAYS
hartsellechamber.com/depot-daysfestival. 800-294-0692. Free. Main St. Visit website for event schedule.
SEPT. 19–20, HUNTSVILLE MONTE SANO ART FESTIVAL
artshuntsville.org/monte-sano-artfestival. 256-519-2787. Free. Monte Sano State Park. 9–5.
SEPT. 19, LEEDS LEEDS FALL FESTIVAL & JOHN HENRY CELEBRATION
leedsareachamber.com/leeds-fallfestival-john-henry-celebration. Free. Downtown. 10–4.
SEPT. 19, MONTGOMERY HANK WILLIAMS 97TH BIRTHDAY SHINDIG
thehankwilliamsmuseum.net. 334-262-3600. Admission. The Hank Williams Museum. 8:45 a.m.–9 p.m.
SEPT. 19, RED BAY RED BAY FOUNDERS FEST
cityofredbay.org. 256-356-4473. Free. Bay Tree Park. 8–4.
SEPT. 20–26, EVA EVA FRONTIER DAYS
facebook.com/eva-frontierdays-156658684364061. Free. Visit website for event locations/ schedule.
SEPT. 25–OCT. 31, KILLEN ARX MORTIS HAUNTED ATTRACTION
arxmortis.com. 256-710-6811. Admission. 4051 U.S. Hwy. 72. Visit website for event schedule.
SEPT. 25, MONTGOMERY BALLET AND THE BEASTS
montgomeryzoo.com. Free. Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. 6–10 p.m.
Above: courtesy of Southern Aerial Drone Services. Opposite: ATD/James Champlion Photo
SEPT. 25–27, SPRINGVILLE HOMESTEAD HOLLOW HARVEST ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL
SEPT. 26–27, FALKVILLE ECHOTA CHEROKEE TRIBE OF ALABAMA FESTIVAL AND POW WOW
echotacherokee.org. 256-734-7337. Admission. 630 CR 1281. Sat. 9–5, Grand Entry at 11 a.m.; Sun. 9–4, Grand Entry at noon.
SEPT. 26, FLORENCE SHOALS DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
visitflorenceal.com. 256-740-4141. Free. McFarland Park. 8–5.
SEPT. 26, GRANT GRANT MILE-LONG YARD SALE
facebook.com/grant-chamber-ofcommerce-304075808172. 256-728-8800. Free. Main St. 7–noon.
SEPT. 26, LEEDS THE WHISTLE STOP FESTIVAL thewhistlestopfestival.com. 205-617-8247. Free. The Outlet Shops of Grand River. 10–5.
SEPT. 26, TITUS TITUS BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
facebook.com/tccbluegrassfestival. 334-235-0650. Admission. Titus Community Center. 10–4.
SEPT. 28–NOV. 29, OPP SCARECROWS IN THE PARK
alapark.com/frank-jackson-statepark. 334-493-6988. Admission. Frank Jackson State Park. 6 a.m.–7 p.m.
OCTOBER OCT., BIRMINGHAM BREAKIN’ BREAD—ALABAMA’S PREMIER FOOD, WINE & BEER FESTIVAL
breakinbreadbham.com. Admission. The Market at Pepper Place. 1–5 p.m. Visit website for exact event date.
OCT., BIRMINGHAM GREEK FESTIVAL
homesteadhollow.com. 205-467-2002. Admission. I-59 to exit 154. 9–5.
bhamgreekfestival.com. 205-716-3088. Admission. 307 19th St. S. 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Visit website for exact event date.
SEPT. 25–27, WINFIELD WINFIELD MULE DAY
OCT., CULLMAN CULLMAN OKTOBERFEST
winfieldsmuleday.com. 205-4873002. Free. Downtown Winfield. Visit website for event schedule.
SEPT. 26–27, DAPHNE JUBILEE FESTIVAL
thejubileefestival.com. 251-928-6387. Free. Olde Towne Daphne, Main St. 10–5.
SEPT. 26–27, DECATUR RIVER CLAY ARTS FESTIVAL
riverclay.org. 256-350-2028. Admission. 402 Lee St. NE. Visit website for event schedule.
October 3 Wellborn Museum Aero Warrior Car Show, Alexander City
cullmanoktoberfest.com. 256-734-0454, 256-739-1258. Free. Cullman County Museum & Festhalle Market Platz. Visit website for exact event date and schedule.
OCT., CULLMAN PEINHARDT LIVING HISTORY FARM DAY
peinhardtfarm.com. 256-734-0850. Admission. Peinhardt Farm. 9–3. Visit website for exact event date.
OCT., EUTAW EUTAW TOUR OF ANTEBELLUM HOMES
greenecountyhistoricsociety.org. 205-292-0015. Admission. Tickets sold at 310 Main St. Sat. 9–5, Sun. noon–5. Visit website for exact event date.
OCT., FLORENCE SHOALSFEST
shoalsfest.net. 256-383-0783, 256-740-4141. Admission. McFarland Park. Visit website for exact event date and schedule.
OCT., HAMILTON BUTTAHATCHEE RIVER FALL FEST
brff.org. 205-921-7786. Free. Downtown. 9–4. Visit website for exact event date.
OCT., HANCEVILLE MUD CREEK ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL
facebook.com/mud-creek360125494118896. 256-352-1214. Free. Downtown. 8–4. Visit website for exact event date.
OCT., NORTHPORT KENTUCK FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS
kentuck.org. 205-758-1257. Admission. 503 Main Ave. Sat. 9–5, Sun. 9–4. Visit website for exact event date.
OCT., OAK GROVE TOWN OF OAK GROVE FALL FESTIVAL
facebook.com/townofoakgroveal. 256-249-9971. Free. Downtown. 9–2. Visit website or call for exact event date.
OCT. 1–3, ATHENS TENNESSEE VALLEY OLD TIME FIDDLERS CONVENTION tvotfc.org. 256-233-8185. Admission. Athens State University. Visit website for event schedule.
OCT., LOACHAPOKA PIONEER DAY AT LOACHAPOKA
OCT. 1–31, DAUPHIN ISLAND FALL BIRD MIGRATION
OCT., MOUNDVILLE MOUNDVILLE NATIVE AMERICAN FESTIVAL
OCT. 1–31, DOTHAN DOTHAN BOTANICAL GARDENS SCARECROWS IN THE GARDEN
leecountyhistoricalsociety.org. 334-887-3007. Free. Pioneer Park. 7–4. Call or visit website for exact event date.
moundville.ua.edu/moundvillenative-american-festival. 205-371-2234. Admission. Moundville Archaeological Park. Visit website for exact event date & schedule.
dauphinisland.org/audubon-birdsanctuary. 251-861-3607. Free. Audubon Bird Sanctuary. All day.
dabg.com. 334-793-3224. Admission. Dothan Botanical Gardens. 7–5.
OCT. 1–4, MOUNTAIN BROOK ANTIQUES AT THE GARDENS
bbgardens.org. 205-414-3950. Admission. Birmingham Botanical Gardens. F 10–7, Sat. 10–5, Sun. 11–4.
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October 8–11 National Shrimp Festival, Gulf Shores
OCT. 1–3, SYLACAUGA MARBLE VALLEY VFD OPEN HOUSE & YARD SALE
facebook.com/marblevalleyfire. 256-404-2057. Free. 2373 Marble Valley Rd. 7–4.
OCT. 1–31, TUSCUMBIA BELLE MONT QUILT SHOW
bellemontmansion.org. 256-381-5052. Admission. Belle Mont Mansion. 10–4.
OCT. 1–31, UNION SPRINGS PUMPKIN PATCH SEASON
dreamfieldfarms.com. 334-534-6976. Admission. Dream Field Farms. M–W 9–2, Th–Sat. 9–6, Sun. 1–6.
OCT. 2–3, BOAZ BOAZ HARVEST FESTIVAL
boazareachamberofcommerce.com. 256-593-8154. Free. Downtown. 8–5.
OCT. 2–3, FAYETTE ALABAMA FROG LEVEL FESTIVAL
OCT. 2–3, SEALE RUSSELL COUNTY STAMPEDE RODEO
facebook.com/russellcounty stampederodeo. 334-298-6535. Admission. Exchange Club Arena. Gates 5:30 p.m., rodeo 8 p.m. ET.
OCT. 2–31, WETUMPKA SASANQUA CAMELLIA SHOW jasminehill.org. 334-263-5713. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. F–Sat. 9–5, Sun. noon–5.
OCT. 3, ALEXANDER CITY WELLBORN MUSEUM AERO WARRIOR CAR SHOW
wellbornmusclecarmuseum.com. 256-329-8474. Free. Wellborn Musclecar Museum. 10–4. Visit website for exact event date.
OCT. 3, CENTRE CENTRE FALL FESTIVAL
fayetteareachamber.org/froglevel. html. 205-932-4587. Free. Downtown. F 4–10 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–10 p.m.
members.cherokee-chamber. org/events/details/centre-fallfestival-10833. 256-927-5222. Free. Main St. 7–1.
OCT. 2–4, LINCOLN 1000BULBS.COM 500 WEEKEND
OCT. 3, COURTLAND COURTLAND ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC CAR SHOW
talladegasuperspeedway.com. 855-518-7223. Admission. Talladega Superspeedway. Visit website for event schedule.
OCT. 2–3, PINSON ALABAMA BUTTERBEAN FESTIVAL
alabamabutterbeanfestival.com. 205-390-1952. Free. Downtown. F 6–10 p.m., Sat. 8–4.
256-637-2707. Free. Park on the Square. 9–2:30.
OCT. 3, DOTHAN LANDMARK PARK BENEFIT CAR SHOW
landmarkparkdothan.com. 334-794-3452. Admission. Landmark Park. 10–2.
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OCT. 3, FAIRHOPE BIRD & CONSERVATION EXPO alabamacoastalbirdfest.com. 251-990-5004. Free. Coastal Alabama Community College. 9–4.
OCT. 3, GADSDEN HALLOWEEN SUPER BASH
OCT. 3, ORRVILLE OLD CAHAWBA CEMETERY WALKING TOUR
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/ cahawba/cahawba.aspx. 334-8728058. Admission. Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. 10 a.m.
noccalulafallspark.com/ events/2016/7/12/halloweensuper-bash. 256-549-4663. Admission. Noccalula Falls Park. 9–5.
OCT. 3, OXFORD OXFORDFEST
OCT. 3, HAYDEN HAYDEN DAY
OCT. 3, OZARK CLAYBANK JAMBOREE ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL
townofhayden.com. 205-590-0300. Free. 5030 AL Hwy. 160. 9–2.
OCT. 3, HOOVER BLUFF PARK ART SHOW
bluffparkartassociation.org/bluffpark-art-show. 205-822-0078. Free. Bluff Park Community Center & Park. 9–5.
OCT. 3, HUNTSVILLE GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF FIVE POINTS HISTORIC DISTRICT
huntsville.org/events/tours/guidedhistory-tours. Free. Visit website or call for tour start location. 10 a.m.
OCT. 3, MADISON 40TH ANNUAL MADISON STREET FESTIVAL
madisonstreetfestival.org. Free. Downtown. 9–4.
OCT. 3, MOODY MOODY OKTOBERFEST
moodyalchamber.com/oktoberfest. 205-640-6262. Free. Moody City Park. 10–4.
oxfordfest.org. 256-310-7500. Free. Downtown. 8–4.
facebook.com/claybankjamboree. 334-774-9321. Free. Downtown. 9–4.
OCT. 3–31, SALEM POPE’S HAUNTED FARM
facebook.com/popeshauntedfarm. 706-566-7766. Admission. 724 Lee Rd. Visit website for event schedule.
OCT. 3, ST. FLORIAN ST. FLORIAN OKTOBERFEST
townofstflorianal.com/oktoberfest. 256-767-3690. Free. City Park. All day.
OCT. 6–29, ATHENS ATHENS HAUNTS WALK
visitathensal.com. 256-232-5411. Admission. 100 N. Beaty St. Tu & Th 6:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
OCT. 7–10, SPANISH FORT ALABAMA COASTAL BIRDFEST alabamacoastalbirdfest.com. 251-625-0814. Admission. 5 Rivers Delta Resource Center. Visit website for event schedule.
OCT. 8–11, GULF SHORES NATIONAL SHRIMP FESTIVAL
myshrimpfestival.com. 251-968-6091. Free. Gulf Shores Beaches. Visit website for event schedule.
OCT. 8, SELMA ALABAMA TALE TELLIN’ FESTIVAL
artsrevive.com. 334-875-7241. Admission. 3 Church St. Swapping Ground at 6 p.m.; Tale Tellin’ at 7 p.m.
OCT. 9–11, BIRMINGHAM BARBER VINTAGE FESTIVAL
barberracingevents.com. 205-298-9040. Admission. Barber Motorsports Park. Visit website for event schedule.
OCT. 9–10, BUTLER BUTLER FEST
butleralabama.org/butler-fest.html. 205-459-3795. Free. Downtown. Visit website for event schedule.
OCT. 9–11, HUNTSVILLE HUNTSVILLE GEM, JEWELRY & MINERAL SHOW
huntsvillegms.org. 256-603-3095. Admission. Jaycees Community Bldg., 2180 Airport Rd. SW. F–Sat. 10–6, Sun. noon–5.
OCT. 9–31, MONTGOMERY ZOO BOO
montgomeryzoo.com. 334-240-4900. Admission. Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. 6–9 p.m. nightly.
OCT. 9–10, TROY PIONEER DAYS AT THE PIONEER MUSEUM OF ALABAMA
pioneer-museum.org. 334-566-3597. Admission. Pioneer Museum of Alabama. 9–5.
OCT. 10, ADDISON PAT BUTTRAM DAY FESTIVAL
northalabama.org/event/patbuttram-days-festival/61. 256-747-2779. Free. Alexander Park, CR 41. 7:30–4.
OCT. 10, ALEXANDER CITY 40TH ANNUAL ALEXANDER CITY OKTOBERFEST
alexandercityal.gov/parks-rec/ page/oktoberfest. 256-329-6736. Free. Charles E. Bailey Sportplex. 10–3.
OCT. 10, FALKVILLE FALKVILLE FALL FESTIVAL
facebook.com/falkvillefallfestival. 256-784-5922. Free. Downtown. 8–1.
OCT. 10, HEADLAND HEADLAND HARVEST DAY
headlandal.org. 334-693-3303. Free. Downtown Square. 9–3.
OCT. 10, HUNTSVILLE GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF OLD TOWN HISTORIC DISTRICT huntsville.org/events/tours/guidedhistory-tours. 256-551-2230. Free. Tour departs from Walker Ave. near Meridian St. 10 a.m.
OCT. 10, SCOTTSBORO SCOTTSBORO BBQ COOK-OFF FESTIVAL
scottsborobbqcookoff.com. 256259-0454. Free. 121 Broad St. N. 9–7.
OCT. 10, THORSBY THORSBY SWEDISH FEST
thorsbyswedishfestival.com. 205-646-3575. Free. Downtown. 9–2.
OCT. 16–17, CULLMAN ALABAMA GOURD FESTIVAL
alabamagourdsociety.org. 256-355-4634. Free. Cullman Civic Center. 9–5.
ahc.alabama.gov/properties/ cahawba/cahawba.aspx. 334-8728058. Admission. Old Cahawba Archaeological Park. 7–10:30 p.m.
OCT. 17, PINE HILL PINE HILL DEPOT DAY
facebook.com/depot-day1385956208319754. 334-963-4351. Free. Pine Hill Municipal Complex. 9–3.
OCT. 17–31, WOODVILLE HAUNTED HOLLOW CATHEDRAL CAVERNS STATE PARK
facebook.com/hauntedhollow atcave. 256-728-8193. Admission. Cathedral Caverns State Park. Sat. only, 6:30–11 p.m.
OCT. 18, GADSDEN A WALK THROUGH TIME forrestcemetery.com. 256-390-1776. Free. Forrest Cemetery. 2–5 p.m.
OCT. 20–24, ATHENS ATHENS STORYTELLING FESTIVAL
athensstorytellingfestival.com. 256-777-4524. Admission. Courthouse Square. Tu & Th 7–9 p.m., F–Sat. 9–9.
OCT. 20, DADEVILLE DADEVILLE FALL FESTIVAL
dadevillechamber.com/event/fallfestival. 256-825-4019. Free. 125 N. Broadnax St. 8–4.
OCT. 23–24, DEMOPOLIS TOMBIGBEE HAINTS & HAUNTS
334-289-9644. Admission. Tickets sold at Bluff Hall. Tours at 7, 8, & 9 p.m.
OCT. 23–25, MOBILE FALL PLANT SALE
mobilebotanicalgardens.org. 251-342-0555. Free. Mobile Botanical Gardens. 5151 Museum Dr. F–Sat. 9–4, Sun. 11–4.
OCT. 16–17, SPRINGVILLE WHITE’S MOUNTAIN CHIMNEY CORNER CELEBRATION facebook.com/whites-mountainchimney-corner-celebration160394037310188. 205-467-6927. Free. 400 Whites Mountain Lane. 9 a.m.–until.
OCT. 17, ATHENS ATHENS GREASE FESTIVAL
facebook.com/athensgreasefestival. 256-232-9040. Admission. Downtown. 11–10.
OCT. 17, ATTALLA ATTALLA HERITAGE DAY FESTIVAL
attallacity.org. 256-538-9266. Free. Downtown. 9–5.
blountsvilleal.com. 205-429-2406. Free. Downtown. 9–6.
landmarkparkdothan.com. 334-794-3452. Admission. Landmark Park. 10–4.
OCT. 10, ECLECTIC ALABAMA COTTON FESTIVAL
OCT. 17, EVERGREEN CONECUH SAUSAGE FESTIVAL
eufaulachamber.com. 334-687-6664. Free. Randolph Ave. N. 8–5.
OCT. 17–24, ORRVILLE HAUNTED HISTORY TOURS
huntsvillepilgrimage.org. 256-551-2230. Free. Maple Hill Cemetery. 2–4:30 p.m. Rain date Oct. 25.
landmarkparkdothan.com. 334-794-3452. Admission. Landmark Park. F & Sun. 1–4 p.m., Sat. 10–4.
OCT. 17, DOTHAN FALL FARM DAY
OCT. 10–11, EUFAULA EUFAULAFEST
mapamentone.com. 256-845-3957. Free. Mentone Brow Park & Downtown. 9 a.m.
OCT. 18, HUNTSVILLE MAPLE HILL CEMETERY STROLL
OCT. 16–18, DOTHAN LANDMARK PARK QUILT SHOW
OCT. 10, BLOUNTSVILLE BLOUNTSVILLE HARVEST FESTIVAL
facebook.com/acftownofeclectic. 334-541-3581. Free. Downtown. 8–2.
OCT. 17–18, MENTONE MENTONE COLORFEST
facebook.com/evergreensausage festival. 251-578-1707. Free. Evergreen Regional Airport (Middleton Field). 9–5.
OCT. 17–18, GADSDEN NOCCALULA FALLS POWWOW
facebook.com/turtleislandnative americanassociation. 256-293-6464. Admission. Noccalula Falls Park. 9–5.
October 17–18 Noccalula Falls Powwow, Gadsden
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OCT. 24, AUBURN AUBURN OKTOBERFEST
auburnoktoberfest.com. 334-321-3165. Admission. Ag Heritage Park. 3–7 p.m.
OCT. 24–25, FLORENCE ALABAMA RENAISSANCE FAIRE
OCT. 24–25, HARPERSVILLE COTTON PICKIN’ CELEBRATION AT OLD BAKER FARM oldbakerfarm.com. 205-672-7209. Admission. Old Baker Farm. 9–5.
OCT. 24, MCCALLA HALLOWEEN FAIRYLAND
alrenfaire.org. 256-740-4141. Free. Wilson Park. Sat. 10–6 p.m., Sun. 1–5 p.m.
tannehill.org. 205-477-5711. Admission. Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park. Festival 11–4, Trick or Treat 5–9 p.m.
OCT. 24, GULF SHORES BOOLU’S
OCT. 24, MOBILE BOO AT BELLINGRATH
lulubuffett.com/gulf-shores. 251-967-5858. Free. LuLu’s Gulf Shores. Visit website for event schedule.
bellingrath.org. 251-459-8864. Admission. Bellingrath Gardens and Home. 11–2.
OCT. 24, MONTEVALLO MONTEVALLO ART WALK
montevalloartwalk.com. 205-665-3766. Free. Main St. 1–6 p.m.
OCT. 24, MONTGOMERY GLASSNER AUTUMN CHALLENGE
mgmbikeclub.org/glassner. 334-625-8869. Admission. Alabama State University Stadium. 7 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
OCT. 24, ONEONTA COVERED BRIDGE FESTIVAL
facebook.com/coveredbridgefest. 205-274-2153. Free. Downtown. 9 a.m.
Bessemer BESSEMER FLEA MARKET, INC. 205-425-8510. 1013 8th Ave. N. Every Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Collinsville COLLINSVILLE TRADE DAY facebook.com/ collinsvilletradeday. 256-524-2536. 1016 U.S. Hwy. 11 S. Every Sat., 4:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Cullman CULLMAN FLEA MARKET 256-739-0910. 415 Lincoln Ave. SW. Every Sat. & Sun., 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Dothan SADIE’S FLEA MARKET facebook.com/pg/sadiesflea-market-dothanalabama-412400112156634. 334-677-5138. 7990 U.S. Hwy. 231. Every Sat. & Sun., 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Dutton TA-CO-BET TRADE DAY facebook.com/ta-co-bettrade-day-394783334224030. 256-599-2631. 2653 AL Hwy. 40. Every Sun. 5 a.m.–2 p.m. Eclectic ECLECTIC TRADE DAYS facebook.com/eclectic-tradedays-2058065991124543. 334-201-0092. 145 Main St. Second Sat., Mar.–Dec., 8 a.m.–1 p.m. Falkville LACON TRADE DAYS lacontradeday.com. 256-3031105. 22 Old Hwy. 31. Every Sat. & Sun., dawn–early afternoon.
alabamawildlifecenter.org. 205-663-7930. Free. Alabama Wildlife Center. 11–2.
OCT. 24–25, PRATTVILLE SPINNERS PUMPKIN PATCH ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW
facebook.com/prattvillespinners. Free. Spinners Park. Sat. 9–5, Sun. 11–4.
OCT. 28–31, GULF SHORES KNOWN DEATHS & BURIALS AT MOBILE POINT fort-morgan.org. 251-540-7127. Admission. Fort Morgan State Historic Site. 6 p.m.
OCT. 30–31, FORT PAYNE SPOOKAPALOOZA WEEKEND AT DESOTO STATE PARK AND LITTLE RIVER CANYON
Flea Markets Attalla MOUNTAIN TOP FLEA MARKET lesdeal.com. 800-535-2286. 11301 U.S. Hwy. 278W. Every Sun., 5 a.m.–until.
OCT. 24, PELHAM ALABAMA WILDLIFE CENTER’S OWL-O-WEEN
Fort Payne, Gadsden, Mentone WORLD’S LONGEST YARD SALE 127yardsale.com. 256-845-3957, 256-549-0351. Lookout Mountain Pkwy. Each Aug. Gadsden POOR MAN’S TRADE DAY 256-438-6380. 1705 E. Meighan Blvd. Every Fri. & Sat., 4 a.m.– early afternoon. Huntsville CAR BOOT SALE AT LOWE MILL ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT lowemill.net/carbootsale. 256-533-0399. 2211 Seminole Dr. SW. Third Sat., Apr.–Jun. & Sept.–Nov. Madison LIMESTONE FLEA MARKET limestonefleamkt.com. 256-233-5183. 30030 U.S. Hwy. 72W. Every Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.–5 p.m. McCalla TANNEHILL TRADE DAYS tannehill.org. 205-477-5711. Tannehill Historical State Park. Admission. Every third Sat. & Sun. from Mar.–Nov., 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Mobile FLEA MARKET MOBILE fleamarketmobile.com. 251-633-7533. 401 Schillinger Rd. N. Every Sat. & Sun., 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Muscle Shoals NORTH ALABAMA FLEA MARKET northalabamafleamarket.com. 256-335-8474. 65 Sportsplex Dr. Every third Sat. & Sun., Sat. 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
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Santuck SANTUCK FLEA MARKET santuckfleamarket.com. 334-567-7400. 7300 Central Plank Rd. (AL Hwy. 9). First Sat. of the month from Mar.–Dec., 6 a.m.–2 p.m. Scottsboro FIRST MONDAY TRADE DAYS facebook.com/ tradedayscottsboro. 800-259-5508. Downtown. Each month on the first Mon. and the preceding Sat. & Sun., dawn–dusk. Selma SELMA FLEA MARKET selmafleamarket.com. 334-875-0500. 606 River Rd. Every Sat., 5 a.m.–until. Smiths Station LEE COUNTY FLEA MARKET leecountyfleamarket.com. 334-291-7780. 431 Lee Rd. 379. Every Sat. & Sun., 6 a.m.– 6 p.m. EST Troy TROY SHRINE CLUB FLEA MARKET facebook.com/troyshrineclub fleamarket. 334-344-9052. 3700 U.S. Hwy. 231 (south of Troy). Every Sat., 7 a.m.–noon.
facebook.com/desotosp. 256-997-5025. Free. Little River Canyon Center & DeSoto State Park. Visit website for event schedule.
OCT. 31, ALABASTER ALABASTER FALL FEST
cityofalabaster.com/228/fall-festoct. 205-664-6840. Free. Buck Creek Park. 9:30–3.
OCT. 31, ATMORE WILLIAMS STATION DAY
atmorechamber.com/page/ event_wsday. 251-368-3305. Free. S. Pensacola Ave. 9–4.
OCT. 31, BIRMINGHAM MAGIC CITY CLASSIC
themagiccityclassic.com. 205-9674745. Admission. Legion Field. Visit website for event schedule.
OCT. 31, BRUNDIDGE PEANUT BUTTER FESTIVAL & NUTTER BUTTER PARADE
piddle.org/pbfestival.htm. 334685-5524. Free. Downtown. All Day.
OCT. 31, DAUPHIN ISLAND RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL GATALOP 37
dauphinisland.org/event/annualrenaissance-festival. 251-861-6992. Admission. Historic Fort Gaines. 9–5.
OCT. 31, ELBERTA ELBERTA GERMAN SAUSAGE FESTIVAL OCTOBER
elbertafire.com/#!sausage-festival/ p6s0c. 251-986-5805. Free. Elberta Town Park. 8–5.
U.S. Hwy. 11 through Alabama U.S. 11 ANTIQUE ALLEY YARD SALE us11antiquealley.com. U.S. Hwy. 11 Corridor through AL. Each May, 8 a.m.–dusk.
OCT. 31, GREENVILLE OLD TIME FARM DAY
Valley Head I-59 FLEA MARKET facebook.com/i59flea marketmall. 256-635-6899. 11925 AL Hwy. 117. Every Sat. & Sun., 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
clarkemuseum.com/html/pioneer_ day.html. 251-275-8684. Free. Clarke Co. Historical Museum. 9–2.
334-382-2295. Admission. 2828 Sandcut Rd. 9–4.
OCT. 31, GROVE HILL GROVE HILL PIONEER DAY
OCT. 31, OPP OPP FEST
facebook.com/oppfest1. 334-493-2122. Free. Main St. 8–5.
OCT. 31, WEOGUFKA WEOGUFKA OLD FARM “N” BLUEGRASS DAY
NOV. 6–8, MOBILE ALABAMA PECAN FESTIVAL
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NOV. 6–8, TALLASSEE BATTLES FOR THE ARMORY
facebook.com/weogufkacenter. 256-249-8885. Admission. Weogufka Center. 9–4.
NOV., COLLINSVILLE COLLINSVILLE TURKEY TROT
facebook.com/turkey-trotcollinsville-al-1485851355009815. 256-996-8807. Free. Downtown. 10–2. Visit website for exact event date.
NOV. 1, LINEVILLE CLAY COUNTY CAR SHOW
facebook.com/claycountycarshow. 205-369-2856. Admission. Lineville Recreation Park. 9–4.
NOV. 1–30, MOBILE FALL OUTDOOR CASCADING CHRYSANTHEMUMS
bellingrath.org. 800-247-8420. Admission. Bellingrath Gardens and Home. 8–5.
NOV. 1–29, WETUMPKA AUTUMN COLOR SPECTACULAR
jasminehill.org. 334-263-5713. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. Visit website for event schedule.
NOV. 4–8, BIRMINGHAM CHRISTMAS VILLAGE FESTIVAL ARTS, CRAFTS & GIFTS SHOW christmasvillagefestival.com. 205836-7178. Admission. BirminghamJefferson Convention Complex. 10–8.
NOV. 4–7, WETUMPKA ALABAMA FRONTIER DAYS
fttoulousejackson.org. 334-567-3002. Admission. Fort Toulouse-Fort Jackson Park. 9–4.
NOV. 5–14, BRUNDIDGE “COME HOME, IT’S SUPPERTIME”
piddle.org. 334-670-6302, 334-344-9477. Admission. We Piddle Around Theatre. Visit website for event schedule.
NOV. 5–15, ORANGE BEACH FRANK BROWN INTERNATIONAL SONGWRITER’S FESTIVAL
fbisf.com. 850-492-7664. Admission. Visit website for venues and schedule.
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NOV. 6–15, DOTHAN NATIONAL PEANUT FESTIVAL
nationalpeanutfestival.com. 334-793-4323. Admission. National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds. Visit website for event schedule.
NOV. 6–7, GULF SHORES HANGOUT OYSTER COOK-OFF
hangoutcookoff.com. 251-948-3030. Admission. The Hangout. F 6–11 p.m., Sat. 11–6.
alabamapecanfestival.com. 251-401-5555. Free. WC Griggs Elementary School. Visit website for event schedule.
November 6–7 Hangout Oyster Cook-Off, Gulf Shores
tallasseearmoryguards.org. 334-283-4693. Admission. 19359 Rifle Range Rd. Gates open 9 a.m., battle re-enactments Sat. & Sun. 2 p.m.
NOV. 7, BEATRICE CANE SYRUP MAKIN’ DAY AT RIKARD’S MILL
monroecountymuseum.org. 251-575-7433. Admission. Rikard’s Mill Historical Park. 9–2.
NOV. 7–8, BROOKSIDE ST. NICHOLAS FOOD FESTIVAL stnicholasbrookside.org. 205-285-9648. Free. St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church. Sat. 10–4, Sun. noon–5 p.m.
NOV. 7, FIVE POINTS FREDONIA HERITAGE DAY
facebook.com/fredoniaheritageday. 706-302-1930. Free. 6160 CR 222. 10–5. ET.
NOV. 7, FORT PAYNE CANYON FEST
facebook.com/little-river-canyoncenter-167992268850. Free. Little River Canyon Center Center. 10–3.
mossrockfestival.com. 205-595-6306. Admission. The Preserve. Sat. 10–5, Sun. 10–4.
NOV. 11, MOBILE VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION AND PARADE OF FLAGS
ussalabama.com. Free. USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park. 3 p.m.
NOV. 14–15, BIRMINGHAM ALABAMA DESIGNER CRAFTSMEN CRAFT SHOW
NOV. 7, HUNTSVILLE RODS & WHEELS CRUISE-IN
NOV. 11, MONTEVALLO VETERANS DAY SERVICE AT THE AMERICAN VILLAGE
NOV. 14, DAUPHIN ISLAND WWII LIVING HISTORY EVENT
NOV. 12–15, FAIRHOPE FAIRHOPE FILM FESTIVAL
NOV. 14–15, FORT PAYNE CREATIVE SPIRIT MARKET
NOV. 12–14, WETUMPKA CHARIS CRAFTERS “HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS” CRAFT SHOW
NOV. 14–DEC. 31, GADSDEN FESTIVAL OF TREES XXX
NOV. 7–8, HOOVER MOSS ROCK FESTIVAL
dittolanding.org. Free. Ditto Landing. Visit website for event schedule.
NOV. 7, JACKSON JACKSON FALL FESTIVAL
jacksonalabama.org. 251-246-3251. Free. Downtown. 9–4.
NOV. 7, LINEVILLE LINEVILLE HERITAGE DAY FESTIVAL
facebook.com/lineville-heritageday-518038171598584. 256-396-6143. Free. Downtown. 9–4.
NOV. 7–8, MOBILE BATTLESHIP RUGBY INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT ussalabama.com. 251-433-2703. Admission. USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park. 8–4.
NOV. 7, PIKE ROAD PIKE ROAD ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR
pikeroadartsandcraftsfair.com. Admission. Historic Marks House. 9–4.
NOV. 11, GULF SHORES ARMISTICE DAY PRESENTATION fort-morgan.org. 251-540-7127. Admission. Fort Morgan State Historic Site. 2 p.m.
americanvillage.org. 205-665-3535. Free. American Village. 2 p.m.
fairhopefilmfestival.org. 251-9907957. Admission. Downtown. 10–10.
facebook.com/pages/chariscrafters/156215514402119. Admission. Wetumpka Civic Center. Th 11–7, F 9–7, Sat. 9–1.
NOV. 13–14, GARDENDALE NAC ANNUAL CHRISTMAS ARTS & CRAFTS SHOW
northartscouncil.webs.com. 205-681-8028. Free. Gardendale Civic Center. F 9–6, Sat. 9–4.
NOV. 13–15, SPRINGVILLE HOMESTEAD HOLLOW CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL homesteadhollow.com. 205-467-2002. Admission. 1161 Murphrees Valley Rd. 9–4.
alabamadesignercraftsmen.com. Admission. Birmingham Botanical Gardens. 10–5.
dauphinisland.org. 251-861-6992. Admission. Historic Fort Gaines. 9–5.
alapark.com/creative-spirit-market. 256-845-5380. Free. Desoto State Park. 10–3.
culturalarts.com. Admission. Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts. Visit website for event schedule.
NOV. 14–JAN. 31, 2021, GADSDEN LET IT SNOW!
culturalarts.com/snow. Admission. Imagination Place Children’s Museum. Visit website for event schedule.
NOV. 14, HARPERSVILLE HARPERSVILLE DAY CELEBRATION
townofharpersville.com. 205-672-9961. Free. Downtown. 8–3.
NOV. 14, ORRVILLE ORRVILLE ANTIQUE TRACTOR SHOW
facebook.com/orrvilleal. 334-996-8970. Admission. 90 Church St. 8–5.
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NOV. 21, WETUMPKA JASMINE HILL GARDENS MYTHOLOGY DAY
NOV. 19–20, MONTGOMERY GOAT HILL MUSEUM STORE HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
NOV. 22, BIRMINGHAM PRESENTATION OF HANDEL’S MESSIAH
wchandymuseum.org. Free. W.C. Handy Birthplace, Museum & Library. 11 a.m.
facebook.com/goat-hill-museumstore-446173595418357. 334-3534969. Free. Goat Hill Museum Store, Alabama State Capitol. 8–4:30.
NOV. 20–DEC. 18, DOTHAN DOTHAN BOTANICAL GARDENS AGLOW
jasminehill.org. 334-567-6463. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. 2–6 p.m.
alabamacivicchorale.com. 205-663-9046. Free. Riverchase United Methodist Church. 3 p.m.
NOV. 26–27, ATMORE 50TH ANNUAL THANKSGIVING POW WOW
dabg.com. Admission. Dothan Botanical Gardens. 5–8 p.m.
poarchcreekindians-nsn.gov. 251-368-9136. Admission. Poarch Creek Indian Reservation. 10 a.m.–until.
NOV. 20–22, LEIGHTON CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY
NOV. 26–DEC. 30, GADSDEN CHRISTMAS AT THE FALLS
lagrangehistoricsite.com. 256-446-9324, 256-383-0783. Free. LaGrange College Site Park & Antebellum Cemetery. 9–4.
NOV. 21, ALPINE ART EXTRAVAGANZA AT PLANK ROAD STATION
facebook.com/plankroadstation. 256-362-9375. Free. 22585 AL Hwy. 21. 8–2.
NOV. 21, MOBILE MOBILE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL
mobileinternationalfestival.org. 251-208-1556. Admission. Mobile Fairgrounds. 10–4.
NOV. 21, PETERMAN PETERMAN STATION FESTIVAL
facebook.com/petermanstation artscraftsfestival. 251-564-2260. Free. Downtown. 9–4.
noccalulafallspark.com. 256-549-4663. Admission. Noccalula Falls Park. 5–9 p.m.
NOV. 26, HUNTSVILLE THANKSGIVING DAY HIKE
landtrustnal.org. 256-534-5263. Free. 2442 Bankhead Pky. NE. 9–noon. Call to register for hike.
NOV. 26, MONTGOMERY TURKEY DAY CLASSIC
alasu.edu/hornet-homecoming. 334-229-4100. Admission. Alabama State University Hornets Stadium. Visit website for event schedule.
NOV. 27, ALEXANDER CITY CHRISTMAS AT THE CROSSROADS russelllandsonlakemartin.com. Free. Russell Crossroads. 9–3.
November 26 Turkey Day Classic, Montgomery
NOV. 27–DEC. 31, ARAB CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK
facebook.com/christmasinthepark arab. 256-586-6793. Free. Arab City Park. 6–9 p.m.
NOV. 27–JAN. 1, 2021, GULF SHORES COASTAL CHRISTMAS
alabamacoastalchristmas.com. 251-968-6901. Free. Alabama Gulf Coast. Visit website for event schedule and locations.
NOV. 27–DEC. 31, HUNTSVILLE GALAXY OF LIGHTS hsvbg.org. 877-930-4447. Admission. Huntsville Botanical Garden. 5:30–9 p.m. Visit website for specific dates.
NOV. 27–DEC. 23, HUNTSVILLE SANTA’S VILLAGE facebook.com/santasvillagehsv. 256-564-8100. Admission. Historic Huntsville Depot. 5–9 p.m.
NOV. 27–JAN. 3, 2021, HUNTSVILLE TINSEL TRAIL
tinseltrail.com. Free. Big Spring Park. Dusk-midnight.
NOV. 27–DEC. 31, MOBILE MAGIC CHRISTMAS IN LIGHTS bellingrath.org. 251-973-2217. Admission. Bellingrath Gardens and Home. 5–9 p.m.
NOV. 28, PINE APPLE HUNTER APPRECIATION DAY ARTS AND CRAFTS FESTIVAL
facebook.com/pine-apple-al289120941201. 251-746-2293. Free. 71 CR 59. 9–3.
NOV. 28, TUSCALOOSA THE IRON BOWL
rolltide.com. 334-887-8747. Admission. Bryant-Denny Stadium. Visit website for event schedule.
NOV. 29, GULF SHORES HOLIDAYS AT FORT MORGAN TOUR
fort-morgan.org. 251-540-7127. Admission. Fort Morgan State Historic Site. 2–4 p.m.
DECEMBER DEC., MONTGOMERY CAMELLIA BOWL
camelliabowl.com. 334-239-0546. Admission. Cramton Bowl Stadium. Visit website for exact event date and schedule.
DEC., OPELIKA VICTORIAN FRONT PORCH CHRISTMAS TOUR
opelikavictorianfrontporchtour.com. 334-887-8747. Free. Historic Downtown Opelika. Visit website for exact event date and schedule.
DEC. 1–31, ARDMORE ARDMORE TINSEL TRAIL
greaterardmorechamber.com/ tinsel-trail. 256-423-6177. Free. 26461 1st St. Visit website for event schedule.
DEC. 1–31, ATHENS ATHENS NORTH POLE STROLL facebook.com/north-polestroll-730699120398582. 256-232-5411. Free. 100 N. Beaty St. Visit website for event schedule.
DEC. 1–19, MOBILE BRAGG-MITCHELL MANSION CHRISTMAS SEASON braggmitchellmansion.com. 251-471-6364. Admission. BraggMitchell Mansion. Tu–F 10–4.
DEC. 1–31, ONEONTA CHRISTMAS LIGHTS AT PALISADES PARK
blountcountypark.com. 205-274-0017. Free. Palisades Park. 5–9 p.m.
DEC. 2–5, DEMOPOLIS CHRISTMAS ON THE RIVER visitdemopolisarea.com. 334-289-0270. Free. Downtown. Visit website for event schedule.
DEC. 3–25, MONTGOMERY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS FESTIVAL
montgomeryzoo.com. 334-240-4900. Admission. Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum. 5:30–9 p.m. nightly.
DEC. 3–6, UNION SPRINGS “DASHING THROUGH THE SNOW”
reddoortheatre.org. Admission. Red Door Theatre. 7:30 p.m. nightly, Sun. 2:30 p.m.
DEC. 4, BRUNDIDGE CHILI COUNTRY CHRISTMAS piddle.org. Admission. We Piddle Around Theater. Visit website for event schedule.
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EVENTS
NOV. 16, FLORENCE W.C. HANDY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
DEC. 4–6, MONTGOMERY 50TH ANNUAL MONTGOMERY GEM, MINERAL & JEWELRY SHOW
montgomerygemandmineralsociety. com. Admission. Tennessee Valley Museum of Art. F 9–6, Sat. 10–6, Sun. 11–5.
DEC. 4, TUSCUMBIA THE TREES OF CHRISTMAS
tvaa.net. 256-383-0533. Admission. Tennessee Valley Museum of Art. 9–5.
DEC. 4–27, WETUMPKA CAMELLIA AND WINTER BLOOMING AZALEA SHOW
jasminehill.org. 334-263-5713. Admission. Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum. Visit website for event schedule.
DEC. 5–6, BIRMINGHAM CHRISTMAS AT ARLINGTON
arlingtonantebellumhomeand gardens.com. 205-780-5656. Free. Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens. Sat. 10–6, Sun. 1–4 p.m.
DEC. 6, TUSCUMBIA BELLE MONT PLANTATION CHRISTMAS
bellemontmansion.org. 256-381-5052. Admission. Belle Mont Mansion. 1–5 p.m.
DEC. 7–11, MONTEVALLO A COLONIAL CHRISTMAS LUNCH & TOUR
americanvillage.org. 205-665-3535, ext. 1031. Admission. American Village. Visit website for event schedule.
DEC. 7–21, MONTGOMERY GOVERNOR’S MANSION CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT TOURS alabama.travel. 334-834-3022, ext. 3. Free. Alabama Governor’s Mansion. M 5:30–7:30 p.m.
DEC. 7–19, SELMA HOLIDAY FESTIVAL
selmaalabama.com. 334-412-8550. Free. Selma Performing Arts Center. M–Sat. 9:30–5:30, Sun. 1–4 p.m.
DEC. 5, COLUMBIANA ARTIST MARKET
DEC. 11–13, OPELIKA REINDEER EXPRESS
shelbycountyartscouncil.com. 205669-0044. Free. 104 Mildred St. 9–3.
334-705-5564. Free. Municipal Park. Call for event schedule.
DEC. 5–24, CULLMAN SPORTSMAN’S WONDERLAND
DEC. 11–12, TROY PIONEER MUSEUM–OLE TIME CHRISTMAS
cullmancountyparks.com/sportsman. html. 256-734-0454. Admission. Sportsman Lake Park. Visit website for event schedule.
DEC. 5, DOTHAN DOWNTOWN CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
dothandowntown.org/experience/ christmas-festival. Free. Downtown on Foster St. 10–2.
pioneer-museum.org. 334-566-3597. Admission. Pioneer Museum of Alabama. 6–8 p.m.
DEC. 12, AUBURN HOLIDAY ART SALE
auburnalabama.org/parks. 334-501-2930. Free. Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center. Visit website for event schedule.
DEC. 5, EUFAULA EUFAULA CHRISTMAS TOUR OF HOMES
DEC. 12, BAY MINETTE CHRISTMAS FEST
DEC. 5, GULF SHORES CHRISTMAS ART MARKET
DEC. 12, DAUPHIN ISLAND “CHRISTMAS THROUGH THE AGES” AT FORT GAINES
eufaulapilgrimage.com. 334-687-3793. Admission. Downtown. 1–6 p.m.
gulfcoastartsalliance.com. 251-948-2627. Free. 309 E. 21st Ave. 9–3.
DEC. 5, HUNTSVILLE YULE Y’ALL: HOLIDAY MARKET AND WHISKEY TASTING lowemill.net. Admission. Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment. 2–8 p.m.
DEC. 5, MILLBROOK MILLBROOK CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
cityofmillbrook.org. 334-285-6428. Free. Village Green Park. 9–4.
DEC. 5–6, ORANGE BEACH MERRY MARKET UNIQUE GIFTS AND ARTS & CRAFTS EXPO alabamacoastalchristmas.com. 251968-6091. Free. The Wharf. Visit website for event schedule.
DEC. 6, MARION PERRY COUNTY HISTORICAL HOME TOUR
facebook.com/perrycountyalabama historicalandpreservationsociety ?fref=ts. 334-292-0319. Admission. 204 W. Monroe St. 12:30–5 p.m.
December 12 A Mooresville Holiday
251-937-5665. Free. Courthouse Square. 9–8.
dauphinisland.org. 251-861-6992. Admission. Historic Fort Gaines. 9–5.
DEC. 12, DECATUR CHRISTMAS TOUR OF HOMES decaturchristmastour.com. 256-350-2028. Admission. Bank St. NE. & Gordon Dr. SE. Visit website for event schedule.
DEC. 12, GULF SHORES BILLY CLAUS COMES TO LULU’S
lulubuffett.com/gulf-shores. 251-967-5858. Free. LuLu’s Gulf Shores. 1–4 p.m.
DEC. 12, GULF SHORES CHRISTMAS LIGHTED BOAT PARADE
alabamacoastalchristmas.com. 251-968-5349. Free. Intracoastal Waterway, Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. 5–8:30 p.m.
DEC. 12, HUNTSVILLE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS PAST HOMES AND LUMINARY TOUR weedenhousemuseum.com. 256-536-7718. Admission. Weeden House Museum. 5–8 p.m.
DEC. 12, MOORESVILLE A MOORESVILLE HOLIDAY
mooresvilleal.com. 256-355-2683. Admission. Various locations in Mooresville. 1–4 p.m.
DEC. 12, ROGERSVILLE PARADE OF LIGHTS
alapark.com/parks/joe-wheeler-statepark/park-events. 256-247-5461. Free. Joe Wheeler State Park. 6 p.m.
DEC. 12, TUSCUMBIA CHRISTMAS AT IVY GREEN
helenkellerbirthplace.org. 256-383-4066. Admission. Helen Keller Birthplace and Home. 8:30–4.
DEC. 12, TUSCUMBIA “DICKENS CHRISTMAS Y’ALL”
cityoftuscumbia.org. 256-383-9797, 256-383-0783. Free. Downtown. Visit website for event schedule.
DEC. 12, WETUMPKA CHRISTMAS ON THE COOSA cityofwetumpka.com. Free. Gold Star Park. 10–6.
DEC. 13, DOTHAN VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS
landmarkparkdothan.com. 334-7943452. Free. Landmark Park. 1–4 p.m.
DEC. 20, HOOVER ALABAMA WILDLIFE CENTER HOLIDAY CRAFT AND BAKE SALE
alabamawildlifecenter.org. 205-663-7930. Free. Veterans Park. 9–3.
DEC. 31, DOTHAN NEW YEAR’S DOWNTOWN COUNTDOWN visitdothan.com. 334-793-3097. Free. Downtown on Foster St. 7 p.m.–midnight.
DEC. 31, GADSDEN COUNTDOWN TO NOON
culturalarts.com/countdowntonoon. Admission. Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts. Visit website for event schedule.
DEC. 31, GULF SHORES NOON YEAR’S EVE AT LULU’S lulubuffett.com/gulf-shores. 251-967-5858. Free. LuLu’s Gulf Shores. 10–2.
DEC. 31, LIVINGSTON DUD PARADE
cityoflivingstonal.com/culture. 205-652-1580. Free. Downtown. 5:50 p.m.
DEC. 31, MOBILE MOONPIE OVER MOBILE NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION mobilenewyear.com. 251-208-1550. Free. Downtown. Visit website for event schedule.
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The Basics
Skim how to use this guide, the ways you can travel to Alabama, the distance between here and other major Southern cities, and a few things to keep in mind once you arrive.
DRIVING LAWS All people (driver and passengers) in a vehicle must wear a seat belt. Motorcyclists must wear helmets. Child car seats are required up to 6 years old. Cell phone use is allowed but not texting. TEXTING WHILE DRIVING IS ILLEGAL.
Amtrak has train stations in Anniston, Birmingham and Tuscaloosa. amtrak.com
AIRPORTS Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) offers more than 100 daily flights to 15 cities with American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines. Huntsville International Airport (HSV) offers daily flights on American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Silver Airways and United Airlines.
GETTING HERE
Montgomery Regional Airport (MGM) offers daily flights via American Airlines and Delta Air Lines.
Greyhound serves more than 40 cities and towns throughout Alabama, from Abbeville to York. greyhound.com Megabus currently connects with Mobile, Montgomery and Birmingham. megabus.com
Essentials ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES More and more breweries and distilleries are popping up in Alabama, but there are still some “dry counties” that don’t sell alcohol at all (although many of these have “wet” cities within them). The legal drinking age is 21. TIME The state of Alabama is in the Central Standard Zone; however, Phenix City, Lanett, Smiths Station and Valley unofficially observe the Eastern Time Zone due to their close proximity to Georgia. ALABAMA ACCESSIBILITY Disabled accessibility is noted in most listings by the icon: H. Degree of disabled accessibility may be found at www.alabama. travel. Disabled travelers may call Travelers Aid to inquire about special travel services: • Birmingham: 205-322-5426 • Mobile: 251-438-1625 • Montgomery: 334-270-4100
Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) offers daily flights aboard American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines and United Airlines.
Plan your trip by scanning this guide to learn about attractions, golf courses, outfitters and lodging.*
Each city in the listings has a location code that can be found on the maps on pages 63, 89, 114, or 138.
The map on page 197 is shaded to define the state’s four regions: North, Central, South and Gulf Coast.
Last year, the state added 659, a new area code, to its existing 205, 334, 256, 938 and 251.
* Listings information is provided by the vendor; please call individual properties to verify. No claims are made as to the quality of goods or services.
How close are you?
Mileage is for general information and may vary based on route taken.
AL Beaches
Birmingham
Dothan
Florence/ Muscle Shoals
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Atlanta, GA
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147
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252
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331
159
202
Birmingham
320
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204
118
103
260
92
59
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Mobile
Montgomery
Tuscaloosa
420
60
231
272
Huntsville
421
103
305
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156
Jackson, MS
253
244
362
274
342
196
260
191
Knoxville, TN
529
257
415
283
212
509
344
314
Memphis, TN
448
243
436
155
216
398
334
237
60
260
198
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361
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Mobile Montgomery
231
92
112
206
193
172
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Nashville, TN
512
194
396
131
116
453
284
247
New Orleans, LA
175
347
342
405
445
144
313
295
Tuscaloosa
272
58
220
125
156
213
110
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INFORMATION SOURCES ASK THE EXPERTS! Planning your visit to Alabama can be as easy as a front porch conversation with an old friend. At least that’s how you’ll feel after you reach out to our local experts. From the mountains to the metros, the beach to the back roads, these are the folks who live and work in our cities and towns. They are the ones you can rely on for great advice. COC—Chamber of Commerce
CVB—Convention & Visitors Bureau
NORTH | CENTRAL | SOUTH | GULF COAST
STATE AAA ALABAMA 800-521-8124, 205-978-7000, aaa.com ALABAMA AGRI-TOURISM TRAIL 334-844-3517, 334-663-9636 ALABAMA ANTIQUE TRAIL 256-797-5640, alabamaantiquetrail.com ALABAMA ASSOCIATION OF RV PARKS AND CAMPGROUNDS 850-562-7151, campinalabama.com ALABAMA FILM OFFICE 334-242-4195, alabamafilm.org ALABAMA RESTAURANT & HOSPITALITY ALLIANCE 334-244-1320, arhaonline.com ALABAMA SCENIC RIVER TRAIL 256-426-0558, alabamascenic rivertrail.com ALABAMA SPORTS INITIATIVE (SPORTS ALABAMA) 256-923-2119, facebook.com/SportsAlabama ALABAMA STATE PARKS 800-2527275, 334-242-3334, alapark.com ALABAMA TOURISM DEPARTMENT 800-252-2262, 334-242-4169, alabama.travel ALABAMA TRAVEL COUNCIL 334-271-0050, facebook.com/ AlabamaTravelCouncil ALABAMA WILDLIFE & FRESHWATER FISHERIES DIVISION 334-242-3465, outdooralabama.com FARMERS MARKET AUTHORITY 334-240-7247, fma.alabama.gov U.S. CIVIL RIGHTS TRAIL civilrightstrail.com
REGIONAL ALABAMA BLACK BELT ADVENTURES 334-343-6173, alabamablackbelt adventures.org ALABAMA MOUNTAIN LAKES TOURIST ASSOCIATION 800-648-5381, northalabama.org COASTAL ALABAMA BUSINESS CHAMBER 251-968-7200, mygulfcoastchamber.com
SOUTHEAST ALABAMA REGIONAL PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION 334-794-4093, searpdc.org
GREATER LIMESTONE COUNTY COC 256-232-2600, tourathens.com ATMORE ATMORE AREA COC 251-368-3305, atmorechamber.com AUBURN AUBURN AND OPELIKA TOURISM BUREAU 866-880-8747, 334-887-8747, aotourism.com BAY MINETTE NORTH BALDWIN COC 251-937-5665, northbaldwinchamber.com BAYOU LA BATRE BAYOU LA BATRE AREA COC 251-824-4088, bayoulabatreareachamber.org BESSEMER BESSEMER AREA COC 888-423-7736, 205-425-3253, bessemerchamber.com
SOUTHEAST TOURISM SOCIETY 770-542-1523, escapetothe southeast.com
BIRMINGHAM GREATER BIRMINGHAM CVB 800-458-8085, 205-458-8000, inbirmingham.com
SOUTHWEST ALABAMA REGIONAL OFFICE OF TOURISM AND FILM alabamasfrontporches.org
BOAZ BOAZ AREA COC 256-593-8154, boazareachamberofcommerce.com
TENN-TOM TOURISM ASSOCIATION 800-457-9739, 662-328-3286, tenntom.org
BREWTON GREATER BREWTON AREA COC 251-867-3224, brewtonchamber.com
LOCAL
BUTLER CHOCTAW COUNTY COC 205-459-3459, choctawcountychamber.com
ABBEVILLE ABBEVILLE COC 334-585-2273, facebook.com/Abbeville-ChamberOf-Commerce-125415157806703 ALBERTVILLE ALBERTVILLE COC 800-878-3821, 256-878-3821, albertvillechamberofcommerce.com ALEXANDER CITY ALEXANDER CITY COC 256-234-3461, alexandercitychamber.com LAKE MARTIN TOURISM ASSOCIATION & VISITORS CENTER 256-414-6099, treasurelakemartin.com
CAMDEN WILCOX AREA COC 334-682-4929, wilcoxareachamber.com CARROLLTON PICKENS CO. TOURISM ASSOCIATION 662-328-8936 CENTRE CHEROKEE COUNTY COC 256-927-8455, cherokee-chamber.org CENTREVILLE BIBB COUNTY COC 205-926-5222, bibbchamber.org
ALICEVILLE ALICEVILLE AREA COC 205-373-2820, thecityofaliceville.com/ chamber
CHATOM WASHINGTON COUNTY COC 251-847-2214, facebook.com/ washington-county-chamber-ofcommerce-136263576397771
ANDALUSIA ANDALUSIA AREA COC 334-222-2030, andalusiachamber.com
CHILDERSBURG CHILDERSBURG COC 256-378-5482, childersburg.com/contact.htm
ANNISTON CALHOUN COUNTY COC AND VISITORS CENTER 256-237-3536, calhounchamber.com, visitcalhouncounty.com
CLANTON CHILTON COUNTY COC 205-755-2400, chiltonchamberonline.com
ARAB ARAB COC 256-586-3138, arab-chamber.org ASHVILLE ST. CLAIR COUNTY TOURISM COUNCIL 205-594-2100, 205-594-2116, stclairco.com ATHENS ATHENS-LIMESTONE COUNTY TOURISM ASSOCIATION 256-232-5411, visitathensal.com
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COLUMBIANA SOUTH SHELBY COC 205-669-9075, southshelbychamber.com CULLMAN CULLMAN AREA COC 256-734-0454, cullmanchamber.org DADEVILLE DADEVILLE AREA COC 256-825-4019, dadevillechamber.com TALLAPOOSA COUNTY TOURISM 256-825-1622, tallapoosacountytourism.com
DALEVILLE DALEVILLE AREA COC 334-598-6331, dalevilleareachamber.com DAPHNE DAPHNE CVB 251-626-5300, discoverdaphne.org EASTERN SHORE COC 251-928-6387, eschamber.com DAUPHIN ISLAND DAUPHIN ISLAND COC 251-861-5524, dauphinislandchamber.com SOUTH MOBILE COUNTY TOURISM AUTHORITY 251-861-8747, dauphinislandtourism.com TOWN OF DAUPHIN ISLAND 251-861-5525, townofdauphinisland.org DECATUR DECATUR-MORGAN COUNTY CVB 800-232-5449, 256-350-2028, decaturcvb.org DEMOPOLIS DEMOPOLIS AREA COC 334-289-0270, demopolischamber.com DOTHAN DOTHAN AREA CVB 334-794-6622, visitdothan.com ECLECTIC TOWN OF ECLECTIC 334-541-4429, townofeclectic.com ELBA ELBA ALABAMA COC 334-897-3125, elbaalabama.net ENTERPRISE ENTERPRISE WELCOME CENTER, VISIT ENTERPRISE 334-389-1554, visitenterprise.com EUFAULA EUFAULA BARBOUR COC 800-524-7529, 334-687-6664, eufaulachamber.com EUTAW EUTAW AREA COC 205-372-9974, facebook.com/eutaw-areachamber-of-commerce1670188656567229 EVERGREEN EVERGREEN-CONECUH COC 251-578-1707, evergreenareachamber.com FAIRHOPE EASTERN SHORE COC AND WELCOME CENTER 251-928-6387, eschamber.com, visiteasternshorealabama.com FAYETTE FAYETTE AREA COC 205-932-4587, fayetteareachamber.org FLORALA TRI-CITIES COC 334-858-6252, tricitieschamberofcommerce.com FLORENCE FLORENCE-LAUDERDALE TOURISM 888-356-8687, 256-740-4141, visitflorenceal.com FOLEY SOUTH BALDWIN COC 877-461-3712, 251-943-3291, southbaldwinchamber.com
VISIT FOLEY 251-943-1200, visitfoley.org FORT DEPOSIT FORT DEPOSIT COC 334-227-4242 FORT PAYNE DEKALB TOURISM 888-805-4740, 256-845-3957, visitlookoutmountain.com
HODGES BEAR CREEK DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY 877-367-2232, bearcreeklakes.com HOMEWOOD HOMEWOOD COC 205-871-5631, homewoodchamber.org
MOUNTAIN BROOK MOUNTAIN BROOK COC 205-871-3779, mtnbrookchamber.org
SYLACAUGA SYLACAUGA COC 256-249-0308, sylacaugachamber.com
ONEONTA BLOUNT-ONEONTA COC 205-274-2153, blountoneontachamber.org
TALLADEGA GREATER TALLADEGA AND LINCOLN AREA COC 256-362-9075, visittalladega.com, talladegalincolnchamber.com
HOOVER HOOVER AREA COC 205-988-5672, hooverchamber.org
OPELIKA AUBURN AND OPELIKA TOURISM BUREAU 866-800-8747, 334-887-8747, aotourism.com
HUEYTOWN HUEYTOWN AREA COC 205-491-8039, hueytownchamber.com
OPELIKA COC 334-745-4861, opelikachamber.com
GARDENDALE GREATER GARDENDALE COC 205-631-9195, gardendalechamber.com
HUNTSVILLE HUNTSVILLE/MADISON COUNTY CHAMBER 256-535-2000, hsvchamber.org
OPP OPP & COVINGTON COUNTY AREA COC 334-493-3070, facebook.com/oppchamber
GEE’S BEND GEE’S BEND QUILTING COLLECTIVE 334-573-2323, quiltsofgeesbend.com
HUNTSVILLE/MADISON COUNTY CVB 800-843-0468, 256-551-2230, huntsville.org
THAT’S SEW GEE’S BEND 334-455-4315, facebook.com/pages/ category/local-business/thats-sewgees-bend-inc-429344940515264
IRONDALE GREATER IRONDALE COC 205-956-3104, irondalecoc.com
ORANGE BEACH GULF SHORES & ORANGE BEACH TOURISM 800-745-7263, 251-968-7511, orangebeach.com
FORT PAYNE COC 256-845-2741, fortpaynechamber.com GADSDEN GREATER GADSDEN AREA TOURISM 888-565-0411, 256-549-0351, greatergadsden.com
GENEVA GREATER GENEVA AREA COC 334-684-5600, 334-684-5610, genevacounty.us GORDO GORDO AREA COC 205-364-7111, gordoareachamber.com GREENSBORO EXPLORE GREENSBORO ALABAMA facebook.com/exploregreensboro alabama GREENVILLE GREENVILLE AREA COC 334-382-3251, greenvillealchamber.com GROVE HILL CLARKE COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP 251-275-4254, clarkecountyal.com GROVE HILL AREA COC 251-275-4188, facebook.com/ grovehillareachamberofcommerce GULF SHORES GULF SHORES & ORANGE BEACH TOURISM 800-745-7263, 251-968-7511, gulfshores.com GUNTERSVILLE LAKE GUNTERSVILLE COC & WELCOME CENTER 256-582-3612, lakeguntersville.org MARSHALL COUNTY CVB 800-582-6282, 256-582-7015, marshallcountycvb.com HALEYVILLE HALEYVILLE AREA COC 205-486-4611, haleyvillechamber.org HAMILTON HAMILTON AREA COC 205-921-7786, hamiltonchamberofcommerce.org HARTSELLE HARTSELLE AREA COC 256-773-4370, hartsellechamber.com
JACKSON JACKSON AREA COC 251-246-3251, jacksonalabama.org JASPER THE COC OF WALKER COUNTY 205-384-4571, walkerchamber.us LANETT GREATER VALLEY AREA COC 334-642-1411, greatervalleyarea.com LEEDS LEEDS AREA COC 205-699-5001, leedsareachamber.com LINCOLN LINCOLN VISITORS CENTER 205-763-7777, lincolnalabama.com LINEVILLE CLAY CO. COC 256-396-2828, alabamaclaycounty.com
OZARK OZARK AREA COC 800-582-8497, 334-774-9321, ozarkalchamber.com PELHAM GREATER SHELBY COUNTY COC 205-663-4542, shelbychamber.org SHELBY COUNTY TOURISM 205-620-6631, discovershelby.com PELL CITY GREATER PELL CITY COC 205-338-3377, pellcitychamber.com PHENIX CITY EAST ALABAMA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 334-298-3639, ealcc.com, visitphenixcity.com PRATTVILLE PRATTVILLE AREA COC 334-365-7392, prattvillechamber.com
TALLASSEE GREATER TALLASSEE AREA COC 334-283-5151, tallasseechamber.com THOMASVILLE THOMASVILLE ALABAMA COC 334-636-1542, thomasvillealchamber.com TROY CITY OF TROY PUBLIC RELATIONS/TOURISM 334-670-2283, troyal.gov PIKE COUNTY COC, INC. 334-566-2294, pikecoc.com TRUSSVILLE TRUSSVILLE AREA COC 205-655-7535, trussvillechamber.com TUSCALOOSA TUSCALOOSA TOURISM AND SPORTS COMMISSION 205-391-9200, visittuscaloosa.com TUSCUMBIA COLBERT COUNTY TOURISM AND CONVENTION BUREAU 256-383-0783, colbertcountytourism.org TUSKEGEE TUSKEGEE AREA COC 334-727-6619, tuskegeeareachamber.org TUSKEGEE HISTORY CENTER 334-724-0800, tuskegeecenter.org UNION SPRINGS TOURISM COUNCIL OF BULLOCK COUNTY 334-738-8687, unionspringsalabama.com
LIVINGSTON ALABAMA BLACK BELT HERITAGE AREA 205-652-3828, alblackbeltheritage.org
ROANOKE RANDOLPH COUNTY COC 334-863-6612, 334-863-1402, randolphcountyal.com
SUMTER COUNTY COC 205-652-3618, 205-391-8769, sumteralchamber.com
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Attraction Index For information on golf courses, please turn to page 55. For details on the state’s marinas, please turn to page 170.
10th Cavalry Buffalo Soldier’s Memorial ........................ 144 5 Rivers - Alabama’s Delta Resource Center ...................77 “A Celebration of Reading” Sculpture ...............................96 A Personalized Tour of Historic Mobile..............................72 A.G. Gaston Gardens ............................................................. 115 AAA Charters............................................................................66 The Abroms-Engel Institute for Visual Arts .................... 115 Action Outdoors Sightseeing Cruises ................................63 Adventure Island ....................................................................76 Adventureland Theme Park.................................................94 African-American School Museum ....................................63 Air Adventure Powered Parachutes.................................. 115 Airboat Adventures................................................................77 Airboat Express .......................................................................77 Alabama Adventure & Splash Adventure ....................... 115 Alabama Aviation College at Ozark .................................100 Alabama Band Statues ........................................................ 141 Alabama Civil Rights Freedom Farm Museum ............. 120 Alabama Constitution Hall Historic Park & Museum ... 144 Alabama Contemporary Art Center ...................................72 Alabama Cruises at Hudson Marina...................................76 Alabama Department of Archives & History ...................96 Alabama Extreme Watersports ..........................................76 Alabama Fan Club and Museum........................................ 141 Alabama Firefighter Memorial ...........................................124 Alabama Gold Camp............................................................. 121 Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo........................................................66 Alabama Gulf Divers/Drippin’ Wet Charters ....................76 Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind ..............................124 Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame/Carver Theatre.................... 115 Alabama Judicial Building/Supreme Court & State Law Library ...............................................................96 Alabama Law Enforcement Memorial.............................. 115 Alabama Men’s Hall of Fame.............................................. 115 Alabama Mining Museum ..................................................140 Alabama Museum of Natural History...............................124 Alabama Music Hall of Fame ............................................. 150 Alabama National Cemetery (ALNC) ................................122 Alabama Rural Heritage Center........................................ 102 Alabama Safari Park ..............................................................95 Alabama Shakespeare Festival ...........................................96 Alabama Sports Hall of Fame Museum ........................... 115 Alabama State Capitol...........................................................96 Alabama State University....................................................138 Alabama Veterans Memorial Park .................................... 115 Alabama Veterans Museum And Archives......................138 Alabama War Memorial........................................................96 Alabama Wildlife Center......................................................122 Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF)/ Alabama Nature Center (ANC)........................................95 Alabama Women’s Hall of Fame.......................................122 Alamuchee-Bellamy Covered Bridge ...............................122 Albertville Museum...............................................................138 Aldrich Coal Mine Museum, Inc. 1908 Farrington Hall...122 Aldridge Botanical Gardens ................................................ 121 Aliceville Museum, Inc. ......................................................... 114 Alligator Alley ..........................................................................77 The Altar of the New Testament And Founders Hall ....138 Altitude Trampoline Park ................................................... 144 Altitude Trampoline Park ....................................................122 American Sport Art Museum & Archives (ASAMA) ........63 American Village ...................................................................122 Anchors Away Scuba .............................................................94 Ancient Africa, Enslavement, & Civil War Museum.......101 Ancient Wars Museum ........................................................ 149 Anniston Civil Rights and Heritage Trail: Freedom Riders Murals.................................................... 115 Anniston Downtown District............................................... 115 Anniston Freedom Riders Murals ...................................... 115 Anniston Museum of Natural History ............................... 115 A-Pair-A-Dice Charters ..........................................................64 Aquarium of Alabama at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab ....64 Arab Historic Village .............................................................138 Archaeology Museum, University of South Alabama ...72 Arena the Next Level .............................................................76 Arlington Antebellum House and Gardens..................... 115 Artists Incorporated .............................................................. 121 Ashville Museum and Archives ..........................................138 Auburn University Historic District .....................................89 Audubon Bird Sanctuary ......................................................63 Autauga Creek Canoe Trail ................................................101
Autobahn Indoor Speedway .............................................. 115 Ave Maria Grotto ....................................................................139 Aviator Monument .................................................................94 Axtion Air: Jump & Sports ..................................................94 Back Bay Charters...................................................................76 Back Bay Sailing Adventures ...............................................76 Baldwin County Bicentennial Park .....................................77 Baldwin County Courthouse ................................................63 Baldwin County Heritage Museum ....................................64 Ballard House ......................................................................... 115 Bama Belle Paddlewheel Riverboat .................................124 Bankhead House & Heritage Center ................................ 149 Bankhead National Forest ..................................................140 Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum .............................. 115 Barrett’s Park at Lake Mitchell ............................................122 Bartram Canoe Trail ...............................................................77 Bates House of Turkey ...........................................................95 Battle-Friedman House........................................................124 Bay City Convention & Tours, Inc.........................................72 Bay Minette Water Tower .....................................................63 Beach ’N Buggys ....................................................................64 Beach Bike Rentals .................................................................76 Beachflight Aviation ..............................................................66 Beachnriver Kayak Rentals ..................................................64 Bear Creek Canoe Run ......................................................... 144 Bear Creek Floatway ............................................................. 121 Bear Creek Lakes ................................................................... 150 Beaver Creek Trail .................................................................94 Belle Chevre Cheese Shop & Tasting Room ...................140 Belle Mont Mansion .............................................................. 150 Bellingrath Gardens and Home ..........................................72 Benjamin Fitzpatrick Bridge ...............................................101 Benton H. Wilcoxon Municipal Ice Complex................... 144 Berman Museum of World History ................................... 115 Bessemer Hall of History Museum .................................... 115 Bham Eat Drink Ride Food Tours ....................................... 115 Bicentennial Park.................................................................. 102 Bienville Bites ..........................................................................72 Big Beach Adventure Rentals ..............................................66 Big Spring Park.......................................................................138 Big Spring Park...................................................................... 144 Big Wills Outfitters ................................................................139 Big Zion AME Zion Church.....................................................73 Bird Dog Statue ..................................................................... 102 Birmingham Botanical Gardens......................................... 115 Birmingham Boulders .......................................................... 115 Birmingham Civil Rights Heritage Trail............................ 115 Birmingham Civil Rights Institute ..................................... 115 Birmingham Holocaust Education Center ....................... 115 Birmingham Museum of Art............................................... 115 Birmingham Pedal Tours ..................................................... 115 Birmingham Zoo .................................................................... 115 Black Belt Museum ................................................................122 Black Belt Treasures Cultural Arts Center......................... 90 Black Belt Treasures Preview Gallery.................................95 Black Creek Mountain Bike Park......................................... 121 Black Creek Trails....................................................................142 Blackberry Hill Alpacas......................................................... 115 Bladon Springs State Park................................................... 90 Blount County Memorial Museum.................................... 149 Blountsville Historical Park..................................................139 Blue Bell Creameries .............................................................124 Blue Dolphin Cruises, LLC ......................................................76 Blue Sky Parasailing and Watersports ..............................66 Blue Springs State Park........................................................ 90 Blue Water Park .....................................................................122 Bluff Hall .................................................................................. 90 Boggs And Boulders Off-Road Adventure Park..............89 Boll Weevil Monument..........................................................94 Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge ................................66 Booker’s Mill .............................................................................94 Booth Sculpture Park.............................................................63 Boundary Line Bison Ranch ................................................122 Bragg-Mitchell Mansion ........................................................73 Breakout Games .................................................................... 121 Breakout Games .....................................................................96 Breakout Games .....................................................................73 Breakout Games Orange Beach ..........................................76 Breakout Tuscaloosa ...........................................................124 Bridgeport Beach................................................................... 90 Bridgeport Depot Museum .................................................139 Brierfield Ironworks Historical State Park ...................... 120 Brown Bear LLC Canoe and Kayak Rentals ..................... 144 Brown Chapel AME Church ..................................................101 Brown Pottery & Sons ......................................................... 144 Brownfield House .................................................................100 Buck’s Pocket State Park......................................................143 Buena Vista .............................................................................101 Bullet & Barrel ................................................................. 144 Bullock County Courthouse ................................................ 102 Burritt on the Mountain ...................................................... 144 Butler Chapel AME Zion Church......................................... 102
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Butler County Courthouse ....................................................95 Butler-Harris-Rainwater Museum .................................... 120 Butter and Egg Adventures ............................................... 102 Cahaba River National Wildlife Refuge ...........................125 Cahaba River Park ................................................................. 121 Cahulga Creek Park .............................................................. 120 Camp McClellan Horse Trails ............................................... 115 The Camp at MidCity District .............................................. 144 Campus No. 805 .................................................................... 144 Canary Gallery ........................................................................ 118 Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve ............................... 150 Canoe the Cahaba ................................................................. 121 Canyon Mouth Park ..............................................................139 Capitol Park ............................................................................124 Caribe Marina & Watersports— Dolphin & Mermaid Cruises .............................................76 Carillon And Bell Tower .......................................................100 Carl Elliott House Museum ................................................. 149 Carnegie Visual Arts Center ...............................................140 Carnival Cruise Lines ..............................................................73 Cathedral Caverns State Park .............................................143 Cathedral of Immaculate Conception................................73 Cedar Point Fishing Pier ..................................................63 Centennial Memorial Park ................................................... 115 Central-Carver Legacy Museum .........................................142 Cetacean Cruises .....................................................................76 Chambers County Courthouse ........................................... 121 Chambers County Lake......................................................... 121 Chambers County Museum ................................................. 121 Cheaha State Park ................................................................ 120 Chelsea Recreational Park ..................................................120 Cherokee County Historical Museum ................................139 Cherokee Kayak Trail .............................................................139 Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trails ............................................. 114 Cherokee Rock Village ......................................................... 149 Chewacla State Park ..............................................................89 Chickasaw State Park.............................................................95 Chief Ladiga Trail.................................................................... 115 Chief Ladiga Trail Eubanks Welcome Center ..................122 Children’s Hands-On Museum of Tuscaloosa..................124 Children’s Museum of the Shoals .....................................140 Choccolocco Mountain Off-Road Vehicle Park ................ 121 Choccolocco Park ...................................................................122 Choctaw County Courthouse .............................................. 90 Choctaw County Historical Museum ..................................95 Choctaw National Wildlife Refuge .................................... 90 Chunnenuggee Garden Site ........................................... 102 Church Street Cultural Arts Centre......................................89 Chute for the Skye Parasail ..................................................76 Citronelle Depot Museum .....................................................63 City of Lineville Museum......................................................122 The City of St. Jude Interpretive Center and Garden .....96 Civil Axe Throwing................................................................ 144 Civil Axe Throwing................................................................. 118 Civil Rights District................................................................. 118 Civil Rights Heritage Trail “The Other Bus” .................... 115 Civil Rights Memorial .............................................................96 Clarke County Historical Museum .......................................95 Clarkson Covered Bridge And Park ...................................139 Claude Peteet Mariculture Center/ Marine Resources Division ...............................................66 Clay County Museum ............................................................ 115 Cleburne County Courthouse.............................................. 121 Cleburne County Mountain Center .................................. 121 Cloudmont Ski Resort .......................................................... 149 CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park ..................................124 Coastal Alabama Community College Regional Art Museum....................................................................... 102 Coastal Arts Center of Orange Beach/ Clay Studio/The Hot Shop................................................76 Coastal Kayak Excursions, LLC ..............................................76 Coastal Segway Adventures ................................................70 Coastal Textile Center.............................................................64 Cobb High Sports Museum.................................................. 115 Coffee County Courthouse....................................................94 Coffee County Lake.................................................................94 Colbert County Courthouse ................................................ 150 Coldwater Covered Bridge/ Oxford Lake Park ................122 Coldwater Falls/Spring Park............................................... 150 Coldwater Mountain Bike Trails .......................................... 115 Coldwater Stagecoach Stop ............................................... 150 Coleman Center for the Arts ...............................................125 Commodore Museum.......................................................... 102 Condé-Charlotte Museum ...................................................73 Conecuh National Forest .......................................................89 Confederate Memorial Park ................................................122 Confederate Officers Quarters ............................................101 Confederate Park ....................................................................95 Cook Museum of Natural Science .....................................140 Cook Sound Studios .............................................................. 141 Coosa Outdoor Center.......................................................... 102 Coosa River Adventures ...................................................... 102
Coosa Trail................................................................................122 Coosa Wildlife Management Area.....................................122 Cooters Pond Park .................................................................101 Cornwall Furnace Park..........................................................139 Courtland Heritage Museum ..............................................139 Courtland Historic District ....................................................139 Crawford Park/Tuckabatchee Masonic Lodge................100 Creekside Mini Golf & Arcade ...........................................64 The Creekwalk .................................................................101 Crenshaw County Public Lake..............................................95 Crooked Creek Civil War Museum......................................139 Cruise Orange Beach Dolphin Cruises ...............................76 Cullman County Museum ....................................................139 Cullman Depot........................................................................139 Cypress Moon Studios.......................................................... 150 Daniel Pratt Historic District/Prattvillage .........................101 Daphne Art Center ...............................................................63 Daphne Bayfront Park/Pavilion ..........................................63 Daphne Central Park Disc Golf .............................................63 Daphne History Museum ....................................................63 Dauphin Island Kayak & Bicycle Rentals ...........................63 Dauphin Island Pier................................................................64 Dauphin Island Public Beach ...............................................64 Debardeleben Park ............................................................... 115 Decatur Civil War Walking Tour ........................................140 Deibert Park ...........................................................................140 DeKalb County Public Fishing Lake .................................. 150 Delano Park ............................................................................140 Delta Explorer ..........................................................................77 DeSoto Caverns ..................................................................... 120 DeSoto State Park/DeSoto Falls ......................................... 141 The Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church ........96 The Dexter Parsonage Museum ..........................................96 Dismals Canyon..................................................................... 150 Dive Land Park........................................................................142 Dollhouse/Little Nadine’s Grave Site ................................ 121 Dolphin Cruises Aboard the America II .............................76 Dolphin Cruises Aboard the Cold Mil Fleet .......................76 Dolphin Fun Dolphin Cruises................................................76 Dolphin Tales Dolphin Cruises .............................................76 Dolphins Down Under—Glass Bottom Dolphin Tours ....76 Don Kresge Memorial Radio Museum .............................. 118 Donald E. Davis Arboretum..................................................89 Donnell House ........................................................................138 Dora Franklin Finley African-American Heritage Trail ...73 Dothan Area Botanical Gardens..........................................94 Doublehead Resort .............................................................. 150 Dowling Museum/Ann Rudd Arts Center .......................100 Down Under Dive Shop .........................................................70 Downtown Bessemer National Historic District ............. 115 Downtown Gadsden, Inc......................................................142 The Downtown Gallery.........................................................124 Downtown Historic District - Monroeville.........................96 Downtown Historic District - Opelika...............................100 Downtown Huntsville Craft Beer Trail.............................. 144 Downtown Huntsville Craft Coffee Trail .......................... 148 Downtown Mentone ........................................................... 149 Downtown Oneonta............................................................. 149 Downtown OWA/The Park at OWA ...................................66 Dr. Francis’ Medical Museum............................................... 121 Dr. George Washington Carver Monument ......................94 Durbin Farms Market ........................................................... 120 Earl “Peanutt” Montgomery Music Museum ................. 150 EarlyWorks Children’s Museum ........................................ 148 Easley Covered Bridge ......................................................... 149 Eastern Shore Art Center ......................................................64 Eastern Shore Trail .............................................................64 Echota Cherokee Interpretive Center...............................140 Ed Lisenby Public Lake, Walking & Birding Trail, Sam Dale Park and Ozark Community Archery Range ...100 Edith Newman Culver Memorial Museum ..................... 150 Edmund Pettus Bridge .........................................................101 Elberta Veterans Memorial...................................................64 Elmore County Museum...................................................... 102 Emma Sansom Monument .................................................142 Enlisted Heritage Hall ............................................................96 Escape Dothan.........................................................................94 Escape House Waterville ......................................................70 Escapology Montgomery......................................................96 Eternal Word Television Network—EWTN........................ 118 Etowah Heritage Museum...................................................142 Eufaula National Wildlife Refuge .......................................94 Evelyn Burrow Museum .......................................................139 Explore Playground & Splash Pad ..................................... 121 The Factory Gadsden ............................................................142 The Factory Gulf Shores ........................................................70 Fairhope Municipal Pier ........................................................64 Fairhope Museum of History ...............................................64 Fame Recording Studio....................................................... 149 Fat Daddy’s Arcade ................................................................76 The Faulk Property .................................................................96 Fayette Art Museum.............................................................140
Fayette Historical Society and Depot Museum .............140 Fendall Hall...............................................................................94 Field Trial Mural ................................................................ 102 First (Colored) Baptist Church .............................................101 First African Baptist Church.................................................124 First Avenue Rocks ................................................................ 118 First White House of the Confederacy ..............................96 Five Mile Creek Canoe & Company ................................... 120 Five Points South Historic District...................................... 118 Flagg Mountain ......................................................................125 Flat Rock Park .........................................................................125 Floating Fun ............................................................................122 Flora-Bama Marina & Watersports ..................................76 Florala City Wetlands Park ...................................................95 Florence Indian Mound Museum ......................................140 Foley Art Center ......................................................................64 Foley Depot Museum & Archives and Model Train Exhibit ............................................................64 Folsom Birthplace/The Old Coffee County Jail ................94 The Flowing Well ....................................................................95 Forrest Stand Up Paddling ................................................. 148 Fort Cusseta............................................................................ 120 Fort Hampton Outfitters .....................................................140 Fort Mims State Historic Site ................................................77 Fort Mitchell National Cemetery .........................................95 Fort Morgan State Historic Site............................................70 The Fort of Colonial Mobile...................................................73 Fort Payne Depot Museum .................................................142 Fort Rucker Riding Stable .....................................................95 Fort Sinquefield..................................................................... 102 Fort Toulouse-Fort Jackson Park....................................... 102 Fort Tyler .................................................................................. 121 Forty South Farm & Zoo ........................................................77 Foscue Creek Park...................................................................94 Foster Auditorium .................................................................124 Foundations of Faith Trail ................................................... 148 Four Seasons Gallery ............................................................ 121 Fox Creek Birding Trail ..........................................................122 Frank Jackson State Park ....................................................100 Frank Lloyd Wright Rosenbaum House Museum .........140 Frank M. Johnson, Jr. Federal Courthouse Complex ......96 Freedom Hills Wildlife Management Area ......................139 Freedom Rides Museum/Historic Montgomery Greyhound Bus Station ....................................................96 Friends of Army Aviation......................................................95 Fun Zone Skate Center...........................................................94 Funzone...................................................................................140 G.W. Carver Interpretive Museum ......................................94 Gadrock Microgym ..............................................................142 Gadsden Museum of Art ......................................................142 Gainesville Reservoir ........................................................... 120 Gaineswood National Historic Landmark .........................94 Gallery 905/Artsrevive .........................................................101 Gantt Lake Recreation Area .................................................89 Gator Boardwalk .....................................................................63 Gee’s Bend Ferry.................................................................... 90 Gees Bend Welcome Center ............................................... 90 Gen. Andrew Jackson’s Oak at Village Park Preserve ...63 Gene Jones Antique Tractor Museum................................95 The Georgine Clarke Alabama Artists Gallery .................96 German Italian POW Memorial .......................................... 115 Gilliland-Reese Covered Bridge .........................................142 Go Go Kayaks ...........................................................................70 Goat Hill Museum Store-Alabama State Capitol...........100 Goat Island On Lake Martin ..................................................94 Golden Eagle Syrup..............................................................140 Golden Flake ........................................................................... 118 Goldsmith Schiffman Wildlife Sanctuary ....................... 150 Goose Pond Colony .............................................................. 150 Gorgas House Museum ........................................................125 Governor’s Mansion .............................................................100 Governor’s Mansion Gift Shop ...........................................100 Graham Creek Nature Preserve...........................................66 Greenville Historic Train Depot ...........................................95 Grove Hill Cultural Arts Center .............................................95 Guin Hayden Riley Park/Guin Waterpark ........................143 Gulf Adventure Charters ....................................................76 Gulf Bay Adventures ..............................................................64 Gulf Beaches ............................................................................70 Gulf Coast Arts Alliance Art Gallery ....................................70 Gulf Coast Ducks......................................................................73 Gulf Coast Escape Room, Inc................................................70 Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center and Digital Dome Theater........................................................73 Gulf Coast Luxury Yacht Charters .....................................76 Gulf Coast Paddle Company ................................................76 Gulf Coast Paddle Sports ......................................................66 Gulf Coast Tours, Inc. ..............................................................73 Gulf Island Charters ................................................................76 Gulf Shores Beach Rentals....................................................70 Gulf Shores Museum ..............................................................70 Gulf State Park.........................................................................70
Gulf State Park Pier ................................................................70 GulfQuest National Maritime Museum of the Gulf Of Mexico .....................................................................73 Guntersville City Harbor ...................................................... 144 Guntersville Haunted History Tours ................................. 144 Guntersville Lake and Dam ................................................ 144 Guntersville Museum ........................................................... 144 Guy Hunt Library And Museum......................................... 144 H. Neely Henry Lake..............................................................122 Hall of Heroes .........................................................................124 Hank Aaron Childhood Home and Museum ....................73 Hank Williams Memorial Gravesite ..................................100 Hank Williams Museum ......................................................100 Hank Williams Statue ..........................................................100 Hank Williams, Sr. Boyhood Home & Museum ...............95 Happy Harbor Watersports .............................................76 Harmony Park Safari ........................................................... 148 Harold Banks Canoe Trail ................................................... 114 Harriott II Riverboat .............................................................100 Harris Barrett School............................................................ 102 Harrison Brothers Hardware .............................................. 148 Harrison Galleries ..................................................................125 Hartselle Downtown District .............................................. 144 Hartselle Military Museum & Foundation, Inc. .............. 144 Hatchet Creek Canoe/Kayak Trail ...................................... 120 Hawk Pride Mountain Offroad........................................... 150 Heart of Clarke Outdoor Mural ............................................95 Heart Of Dixie Railroad Museum ...................................... 120 Heaton Pecan Farm.............................................................. 120 Helen Keller’s Birthplace And Home ............................... 150 Helena Museum ..................................................................... 121 Heritage Village .....................................................................101 High Falls Park ........................................................................143 High Point Climbing and Fitness Birmingham .............. 118 High Point Climbing and Fitness Huntsville .................. 148 High Pressure Dive Charters ................................................76 High Pressure Dive Shop ......................................................77 Historic Alabama Theatre .................................................... 118 Historic Autauga County Courthouse ...............................101 Historic Bank Street..............................................................140 Historic Bethel Baptist Church ............................................ 118 Historic Blakeley State Park .................................................77 Historic Depot Building ....................................................... 144 Historic Dothan Downtown ..................................................94 Historic Downtown Arab......................................................138 Historic Downtown Athens .................................................138 Historic Downtown Attalla ..................................................139 Historic Downtown Court Square & Silk Stocking District .........................................................124 Historic Downtown Pell City............................................... 150 Historic Evergreen Train Depot ............................................94 Historic Fairfax Depot ...........................................................125 Historic Fort Gaines ................................................................64 Historic Fort Mitchell/Visitor’s Center/ Chattahoochee Indian Heritage Center ......................95 Historic Huntsville Depot .................................................... 148 Historic Jacksonville Train Depot ....................................... 121 The Historic Lowry House ................................................... 148 Historic Magnolia Cemetery.................................................73 Historic Main Street Oxford .................................................122 Historic Mort Glosser Amphitheater .................................142 Historic Oakleigh .....................................................................73 Historic Railroad Depot Museum ......................................140 Historic Sheffield & Walking Tours ................................... 150 Historic Tuscumbia & Walking Tour.................................. 150 Historic Water Avenue..........................................................101 The History Museum of Mobile ...........................................73 The Holman House ...............................................................100 Holmes Medical Museum .....................................................66 Holt Street Memorial Baptist Church .............................100 Holy Ground Battlefield Park ...............................................95 Honda Manufacturing of Alabama ................................... 121 Hoover Climbing & Adventure .......................................... 121 Horace King Memorial Bridge and Garden .....................125 Horse Pens 40 Park And Campgrounds.......................... 150 Horseshoe Bend National Military Park ........................... 114 Horton Mill Covered Bridge ................................................ 149 The Hosiery Museum ............................................................142 Hospital Boulders ..................................................................142 Houston Memorial Library and Museum .........................138 The Howell House ...................................................................95 The Huey Helicopter and Wall of Freedom ......................94 Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail ....................................76 Hummingbird Zipline Course at The Wharf.....................76 Huntsville Botanical Garden .............................................. 148 Huntsville Escape Rooms ................................................... 148 Huntsville Museum of Art................................................... 148 Hurricane Creek Park ...........................................................140 Hut Of Elberta ..........................................................................64 Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama........................100 Ibeach Service .........................................................................70 Idlewild Adventure Company ............................................ 118
Ike’s Beach Service Parasail .................................................70 Ike’s Beach Service, Inc. ........................................................70 Imagination Place Children’s Museum.............................143 Infinity Bikes ............................................................................76 Innovative Virtual Realms ...................................................143 Insanity Complex .................................................................. 149 International Motorsports Hall of Fame...........................124 Iron And Steel Museum Of Alabama ................................122 Irondale Cafe........................................................................... 118 Isabel Anderson Comer Museum & Arts Center ............124 Island Boat Excursions ........................................................76 J.C. Bates Children’s Educational Museum ......................101 Jackson House Historic Site.................................................101 Jackson-Community House ...............................................100 Jacksonville State University .............................................. 121 James Bros Bikes ..................................................................100 James Bros. Bikes ...................................................................89 James D. Martin Wildlife Park.............................................143 James E. Grimes River Walk.................................................94 James P. Nix Center ................................................................64 James S. Clark Interpretive Center .....................................94 Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center ..............................89 Janice Hawkins Cultural Arts Park and International Arts Center ............................................... 102 Janney Furnace Civil War and Native American Museum ..............................................122 Jasmine Hill Gardens and Outdoor Museum .................100 Jemison-Carnegie Heritage Hall Museum ......................124 Jemison-Van De Graaff Mansion........................................125 Jesse Owens Memorial Park and Museum..................... 149 Jet Boat Orange Beach ..........................................................76 Jimbo’s Delta Excursions ......................................................77 Joe Louis Statue ..................................................................... 121 Joe Wheeler State Park....................................................... 150 John Godwin’s Grave ...........................................................100 John Looney Pioneer House Museum ..............................138 Johnson Center for the Arts ............................................... 102 Johnston Peanut Butter Mill................................................ 90 The John W. Inzer Museum, Inc. ........................................138 Jonathan B. Lovelace Hall of Honor .................................. 90 Joseph Statue ..........................................................................94 Judson College .......................................................................122 Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art at Auburn University........................................................ 90 Karl C. Harrison Museum of George Washington......... 120 Katherine Lee Rose Garden & War Memorial Gazebo ...96 Kathryn Tucker Windham Museum ................................. 102 Kayak Choccolocco Creek .....................................................122 Kelly Fitzpatrick Memorial Gallery.................................... 102 Kelly Ingram Park .................................................................. 118 Kenan’s Mill .............................................................................101 Kennedy-Douglass Center for the Arts ............................ 141 Kentuck Art Center & Festival of The Arts .......................122 Key Underwood Coon Dog Memorial Cemetery........... 150 Kiesel Park ............................................................................... 90 Kimbell House .........................................................................95 King’s Bend Scenic Overlook...............................................139 The Kissing Bridge .................................................................125 Kreher Preserve & Nature Center ...................................... 90 Kymulga Grist Mill & Covered Bridge ............................... 120 L & N Railroad Station............................................................63 Laac Gallery ....................................................................89 Lagrange College Site Park & Antebellum Cemetery.. 149 Laird Cottage/Geneva Mercer Museum .............................94 Lake Guntersville State Park .............................................. 144 Lake Harding .......................................................................... 102 Lake Jackson RV Campground and Park At Florala .......95 Lake Jordan ............................................................................ 102 Lake Lu and Nature Trails.....................................................122 Lake Lurleen State Park .......................................................125 Lake Martin .............................................................................. 114 Lake Talisi .................................................................................101 Lake Tholocco...........................................................................95 Lake Tuskegee ....................................................................... 102 Lake Wedowee/R.L. Harris Reservoir................................125 Lakepoint Resort State Park ................................................94 Lakeside Park......................................................................... 150 Land Trust of North Alabama ............................................ 148 Landmark Park/Digitarium Planetarium..........................94 Landmark Tours ......................................................................64 Lawrence County Archives and Historical Building...... 149 Lazer Zone Mobile...................................................................73 Leavellwood ............................................................................125 Lee County Courthouse .......................................................100 Leeds Scenic Byway—Downtown...................................... 121 Leeds Theatre and Arts Center ........................................... 121 The Legacy Museum ............................................................100 Leroy Brown Statue ..............................................................94 Limestone County Canoe & Kayak Trail............................139 Limestone Tubing ................................................................. 120 Lincoln Memorial Museum ..................................................122 Literary Capital Sculpture Trail ...........................................96
Little River Canyon Center ...................................................142 Little River Canyon National Preserve ..............................142 Loachapoka Historic District.................................................95 Local History Room and Museum .................................. 150 Locked In: The Birmingham Escape Game...................... 118 Longleaf Botanical Gardens ................................................ 115 Lookout Mountain Parkway ................................................143 Loranz-McCrary House...........................................................95 Lost Bay Helicopters...............................................................70 Lowe Mill Arts & Entertainment ........................................ 148 Lucky Duck Scavenger Hunt............................................... 148 Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s ..............................................................70 Lyon Hall....................................................................................94 Lyons Share ..............................................................................64 Mabson Community Education Forest ............................100 Macon County Courthouse ................................................. 102 Magic City Pedicab ............................................................... 118 Magnolia Branch Wildlife Reserve .....................................89 Magnolia Grove ..................................................................... 120 Making Waves Charters, Inc. ................................................77 Malbis Memorial Church........................................................63 Manny 12 ½-Ft Bass Statue .............................................94 Maplesville Railroad Depot .................................................122 Marengo County History & Archives Museum .................94 Marietta Johnson Museum...................................................64 Marion Female Seminary Building....................................122 Marion Military Institute/Alabama Military Hall of Honor ..............................................................................122 The Market at Pepper Place ................................................ 118 Martin Luther King Jr. Street Historic Walking Tour ......101 Martin-Lett Gallery Of Art ....................................................122 Mary Elizabeth and Charles Bernard Rodning Gallery of Art.......................................................................73 Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts............................143 Max Drag Charters ...............................................................76 May Day Park & Pier...............................................................63 McAdory House ...................................................................... 115 McWane Science Center ....................................................... 118 Meaher State Park ..................................................................77 Mercedes-Benz Visitor Center ............................................125 Merchants Alley..................................................................... 102 MidCity Huntsville ................................................................. 148 Mildred Westervelt Warner Transportation Museum .............................................................................125 Miles College ........................................................................... 118 Military Order of the Purple Heart Memorial................. 144 Miller’s Pottery .................................................................... 120 Minooka OHV Park ................................................................. 121 Miracle Pottery ...................................................................... 149 Mobile Bay Ferry .....................................................................64 Mobile Botanical Gardens .....................................................73 Mobile Carnival Museum ......................................................73 Mobile Medical Museum .......................................................73 Mobile Museum of Art ...........................................................73 Mobile Mystery Dinners.........................................................73 Mobile Police Museum ..........................................................73 Mobile Segways ......................................................................73 Monroe County Museum.......................................................96 Monroe County State Public Lake ...................................... 90 Monroeville Murals ...............................................................96 Monroeville Veterans Park....................................................96 Monroeville Walking Tour ...................................................96 Monte Sano State Park ........................................................ 148 Montgomery Area Visitor Center......................................100 Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts ..................................100 Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum ............................................................100 Monument to Atticus Finch ................................................96 Moon Lake ..............................................................................100 Moore-Webb-Holmes Plantation C. 1819..........................122 The Mooseum ........................................................................100 More Than Tours ....................................................................100 Morgan County Archives .....................................................140 Moss Rock Preserve............................................................... 121 Moundville Archaeological Park ........................................125 Mountain Longleaf National Wildlife Refuge ................. 115 Mowa Choctaw Cultural Center ...........................................73 Mural At Idle Hour Park .......................................................100 Mural: Removal of the County Seat ...................................63 Murals of the Wiregrass ........................................................94 Murphy African-American Museum .................................125 Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area ............................. 141 Muscle Shoals Sound Studio .............................................. 150 Museum of Alabama ...........................................................100 Museum of Black History .................................................... 102 Museum of Collinsville History ...........................................139 Museum of East Alabama ..................................................100 Nascar Racing Experience ...................................................124 Nat King Cole Home .............................................................100 Natchez Trace Parkway ........................................................139 National African-American Archives & Multicultural Museum .......................................................73
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National Center for the Study of Civil Rights & African American Culture at Alabama State University .......100 The National Memorial for Peace and Justice ...............100 National Voting Rights Museum & Institute ...................101 Natural Bridge of Alabama ................................................ 149 Negro Southern League Museum ..................................... 118 Neversink Preserve ...........................................................140 New Life Art Gallery .............................................................. 121 Next Levl Extreme Air Sports .............................................. 121 Nichols Memorial Library .....................................................143 No Worries Kayak Rentals ...................................................122 Noccalula Falls Park...............................................................143 North Alabama Canoe & Kayak ....................................... 148 North Alabama Railroad Museum .................................. 148 North Main Street Historic District .................................... 102 Northport Heritage Museum .............................................122 Nunn Winston House............................................................ 90 Nunnally’s Noble Street Framing & Gallery .................... 115 Oak Hill Cemetery .................................................................. 118 Oak Hollow Farm, Inc.............................................................64 Oak Mountain State Park .....................................................122 Oakville Indian Mounds Education Center .....................140 The Oaks—Home of Booker T. Washington ................... 102 Oates-Reynolds Memorial Building/ Dale Co. Agricultural Museum ......................................100 OB Watersports .......................................................................76 Octagon House ....................................................................... 90 Off The Beaten Path ............................................................. 120 Ola Lee Mize Patriots Park ...................................................142 Old Alabama Town ...............................................................100 Old Ashville Masonic Lodge and Mattie Lou Teague Crow Museum .....................................................138 Old Cahawba Archaeological Park ....................................101 Old Creek Town Park ...........................................................94 Old Decatur and Albany Historic Districts.......................140 Old Depot Museum ...............................................................101 Old Lock One Park...................................................................95 The Old Marion Depot ..........................................................122 Old Railroad Bridge .............................................................. 150 Old Rock Jail and Museum ..................................................122 Old Russell County Courthouse ..........................................101 Old Shoe Shop Museum....................................................... 90 The Old State Bank ...............................................................140 The Old Tavern Museum.......................................................125 Old Town Helena .................................................................... 121 Old Town Historic District .....................................................101 Old Union Crossing Covered Bridge ................................. 149 Omussee Creek Park ............................................................. 90 One World Adventure...........................................................142 Orange Beach Boat Rentals .............................................76 Orange Beach Cat Boat Tours ..............................................76 Orange Beach Indian & Sea Museum ................................76 Orange Beach Marina Watersports ...............................76 Orange Beach Parasail ..........................................................76 Orange Beach Pirate Ship Cruise ........................................76 Orange Beach Private Dolphin Family Safaris.................76 Orange Beach Sailing Adventures......................................77 Orbix Hot Glass .......................................................................142 Orr Park & Tinglewood Trail ................................................122 Overlook Memorial Park/Fragrance Garden ...................101 Owen House............................................................................ 115 Paddled by You .......................................................................77 Palisades Park ....................................................................... 150 Parasail Sky Surfer..................................................................77 Pathways: Walk Through the History of Muscle Shoals.................................................................... 149 Paul M. Grist State Park ........................................................101 Paul R. Jones Gallery.............................................................125 Paul W. Bryant Museum ......................................................125 Pauly Jail Museum................................................................ 102 Pea River Historical Depot Museum ..................................94 Pea River Outdoors ................................................................94 Peach Park.............................................................................. 120 Peanuts Around Town ...........................................................94 Pedego Electric Bikes .......................................................77 Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena...............................122 Pepper Place ........................................................................... 118 Perdido Beach Services .........................................................77 Perdido Queen Cruises .........................................................73 Perdido River Canoe Trail .............................................77 Perry Lakes Park & Barton’s Beach Cahaba River Preserve....................................................................122 Phenix City Motocross .........................................................100 Phoenix Fire Museum ............................................................73 Phoenix Wings Mural...........................................................100 Pickens County Courthouse/Face in the Window ........ 120 Pickwick Lake ......................................................................... 150 Piedmont Museum................................................................122 Pike County Lake................................................................... 102 Pinhoti National Recreation Trail .......................................125 Pioneer Museum of Alabama ........................................... 102 Pioneer Park ............................................................................95
Pirate’s Island Adventure Golf.............................................70 Pisgah Gorge.......................................................................... 150 Pleasure Island Divers ...........................................................77 Pleasure Island Parasail ........................................................77 Point A Lake Recreational Area...........................................89 Point Clear Promenade .........................................................77 Point Mallard Park ................................................................140 Pond Spring, The General Joe Wheeler Home.............. 144 Pope’s Tavern Museum ........................................................ 141 Pottery Central World Headquarters .................................70 Prattaugan Museum & Heritage Center...........................101 Prattville Creative Arts Gallery ...........................................101 Priester’s Pecans ...................................................................100 Pursell Farms: ATV Tours, Horseback Riding & Orvis Sporting Clay ...........................................................124 R & R Watersports ..................................................................77 Railroad Park .......................................................................... 118 Rails to Trails ...........................................................................125 Range351 .................................................................................139 Rattlesnake Saloon .............................................................. 150 Red Bay Museum.................................................................. 150 Red Dot Gallery ...................................................................... 118 Red Dot Gallery ...................................................................... 121 Red Eagle and Sehoy III Grave Sites ..................................77 Red Hill School House...........................................................101 Red Mountain Park................................................................ 118 Redneck Yacht Club Canoe & Kayak Rentals...................122 Reed Books and the Museum of Fond Memories ......... 118 Reynolds-Finley Historical Library at UAB ....................... 118 Rhodes Ferry Park/Cherokee Trailhead ........................140 Richard Martin Rails to Trail................................................140 Richards-DAR House Museum.............................................73 Rickwood Caverns State Park ............................................ 150 Rickwood Field ....................................................................... 118 The Ridge Macon County Archaeology Project ............. 102 Riverchase Galleria ................................................................ 121 Riverfront Park - Sheffield ................................................. 150 Riverfront Park - Montgomery..........................................100 The Riverwalk - Tuscaloosa.................................................125 The Riverwalk at Coosa Landing ....................................143 Rock Bridge Canyon Equestrian Park .............................. 150 Rock of Ages Trail ................................................................. 149 Rockaxe City Throwing Club............................................... 148 Rockin’ Jump Trampoline Park..........................................100 Roland Cooper State Park.................................................... 90 Rosa Parks Museum and Children’s Wing......................100 Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve ................................... 118 RushSouth Whitewater Park .............................................100 Russell Cave National Monument......................................139 Russell Crossroads ................................................................. 114 Rusty the Iron Man and Family Statues...........................125 Sacred Way Sanctuary ......................................................... 141 Sacs Gallery ............................................................................100 Sadler House...........................................................................122 Safe House Black History Museum................................... 120 Sail the Daedalus ....................................................................77 Sail Wild Hearts.......................................................................77 Sailaway Charters ...................................................................77 Samuel Ullman Museum ..................................................... 118 Sand Castle University...........................................................72 SanRoc Cay ...............................................................................77 Sarah Moody Gallery of Art.................................................125 Sauta Cave National Wildlife Refuge .............................. 150 SCLC Magnolia House ........................................................... 120 Scott And Zelda Fitzgerald Museum ................................100 Scottsboro Boys Museum & Cultural Center .................. 150 Scottsboro-Jackson Heritage Center................................ 150 Screaming Eagle Aerial Adventure ...................................142 Screaming Eagle Aerial Adventure ................................... 114 Screaming Eagle Ziplines ................................................... 144 Secret History Tours ...............................................................73 Self-Guided Walking Tour of Historic Districts ............ 148 Selma Art Guild Gallery........................................................101 Selma Interpretive Center ..................................................101 Selma to Montgomery Trail/ Lowndes Interpretive Center ..........................................95 Selma’s Riverfront Park .......................................................101 Service Park at Coffeeville Lake ......................................... 90 Seth Lore and Irwinton Historic District ............................94 Shady Grove Dude Ranch ................................................... 149 Shark Tooth Creek Outdoor Adventures .......................... 114 Shelby County Arts Center at Old Mill Square ............... 120 Shelby County Museum & Archives ................................. 120 Shelby Iron Works .................................................................124 Shell Mound Park....................................................................64 Shiloh Community Historic Sites: The Shiloh Rosenwald School, The Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church and The Shiloh Cemetery ................................100 Shoal Creek Church Historic Site ........................................ 121 Shooting Star Kayaks.............................................................72 Shorter Mansion......................................................................94 Shrimpy’s Mini Golf & Arcade ..............................................72
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Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament ...........................140 Sipsey Wilderness Area ......................................................140 Sixteenth Street Baptist Church National Historic Landmark .......................................................... 118 Skipper “J” Boat Tours ..........................................................77 Skydive Alabama ..................................................................140 Skydive the Gulf ......................................................................77 Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark .................... 118 Smith Dam ............................................................................. 149 Smith Lake Park ....................................................................140 Smith Mountain Fire Tower and Trails ............................. 120 Southern Environmental Center ........................................ 118 Southern Museum of Flight/ Alabama Aviation Hall of Fame ................................... 120 Southern Rose Parasailing & Dolphin Cruises .................77 Southern Union State Community College Birding Trail.........................................................................125 Spirit Of American Citizenship Monument......................143 Sportsman Lake Park...........................................................140 Spring Haven Stables ...........................................................138 Spring Hill College .................................................................73 Spring Valley Beach Water Park ........................................139 Spring Villa Park....................................................................100 St. Stephens Historical Park ................................................101 Stacey Rexall Drugs & Olde Tyme Soda Fountain...........66 State Black Archives Research Center & Museum ........ 148 Steel Bridge.............................................................................125 Steel City Jump Park ............................................................ 120 Stephens Gap Callahan Cave Preserve............................ 150 Stevenson Railroad Depot Museum ................................ 150 Stillman College .....................................................................125 Stockton Heritage Museum .................................................77 Stonehenge Gallery .............................................................100 Stony Lonesome OHV Park ................................................140 Stovehouse............................................................................. 148 Sturdivant Hall Museum ......................................................101 The Sunny Lady Dolphin & Sunset Tours @ The Wharf.......................................................................77 Sunshine Canoes.....................................................................73 Surf’s Up Dolphin Cruises .....................................................77 Surge Trampoline Park......................................................... 121 The Susan N. McCollough Gallery and Studio..................72 Swann Covered Bridge .........................................................139 Swayback Bridge Trail ......................................................... 102 Swift-Coles Historic Home ....................................................63 Tabernacle Baptist Church ..................................................101 Taking Off Hot Air Balloon Company and Boat Tours....72 Talladega Creekside Resort .................................................124 Talladega Historic District: Talladega College & Savery Library ................................................................124 Talladega National Forest ....................................................124 Talladega National Forest (Oakmulgee District) ........... 120 Talladega National Forest (Shoal Creek District)............ 121 Talladega Superspeedway ..................................................124 Talladega Walk of Fame/ Davey Allison Memorial Park .........................................124 Tallapoosa County Tourism ................................................. 114 Tallapoosee Historical Museum ........................................ 120 Tallassee Confederate Armory ...........................................101 Tallassee Historical District ................................................. 102 Tanger Outlets .........................................................................66 Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park ........................122 Ten Islands Historical Park.................................................. 150 Tennessee Valley Museum of Art ..................................... 150 Tenn-Tom Waterway.............................................................122 Terrapin Creek.........................................................................139 Terrapin Outdoor Center ......................................................122 Thomas E. Mcmillan Museum & Alabama Room........... 90 Thomasville Sports Hall of Fame ...................................... 102 Three Notch Museum.............................................................89 Tiger Trail of Auburn ............................................................. 90 Tigers for Tomorrow at Untamed Mountain ...................139 Tiki’s Mini Golf & Bike Shack .................................................72 To Kill a Mockingbird Production Set ..............................96 Todd Farms Living Museum .................................................95 Tom Bevill Visitor Center/ U.S. Snagboat Montgomery ...........................................122 Toomer’s Corner ..................................................................... 90 Top Trails ..................................................................................124 Topgolf Huntsville................................................................. 149 Topgolf Birmingham............................................................ 120 Tours by Linda........................................................................ 120 Town of Mooresville ............................................................. 149 The Track Family Fun Park ....................................................72 Train Depot Mural ................................................................. 102 Trains on Main Scavenger Hunt ........................................ 149 Troy Arboretum ..................................................................... 102 Troy University....................................................................... 102 True Adventure Sports T.A.S................................................142 Turkey Creek Nature Preserve ........................................... 120 Turtle Point Environmental Science Center......................95 Tuscumbia Depot and Roundhouse ................................ 150
Tuskegee Airmen National Historic Site.......................... 102 Tuskegee Confederate Monument ................................... 102 Tuskegee History Center ..................................................... 102 Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site— George Washington Carver Museum.......................... 102 Tuskegee National Forest ................................................... 102 Tuskegee University ............................................................. 102 TVA Reservation .................................................................... 149 U.S. Army Aviation Museum ................................................95 U.S. Space & Rocket Center................................................. 149 U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum ...................................... 149 Unclaimed Baggage Center ............................................... 150 Unity Point Park ......................................................................73 University of Alabama..........................................................125 University of Alabama Arboretum....................................125 University of Montevallo ......................................................122 University of Montevallo’s Ebenezer Swamp Ecological Preserve...........................................................122 Unphiltered Kayaking.......................................................... 144 Uptown Entertainment District ......................................... 120 Urban Air.................................................................................. 121 Urban Dream Fine Arts Center ..........................................100 USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park .........................73 Vaughan-Smitherman Museum........................................101 Veteran’s Park ..................................................................... 121 Veterans Memorial Bridge..................................................100 Veterans Memorial Park......................................................140 Veterans Memorial Park........................................................94 VF Outlet ...................................................................................96 Vulcan Park and Museum................................................... 120 W.A. Gayle Planetarium ......................................................100 W.C. Handy Birthplace, Museum and Library ................. 141 Wade Ward Nature Park .......................................................72 Wahoo Water Sports .............................................................77 Waldo Covered Bridge..........................................................125 Wales West Light Railway ....................................................77 Walker County Lake ............................................................. 149 Wallace Boat Rentals .............................................................77 Walls of Jericho ..................................................................... 150 Walnut Gallery........................................................................143 Walter F. George Lake (Lake Eufaula)................................94 Washington County History Museum............................... 90 Washington County Public Lake .........................................95 Water World.............................................................................94 Waterville USA.........................................................................72 Wave Watersport Rentals.....................................................77 Weeden House Museum .................................................... 149 Weeks Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve..........64 Wehle Nature Center at Blakeley........................................77 Wehle Nature Conservation Center.................................. 102 Weiss Cottage ........................................................................140 Weiss Lake ...............................................................................139 Wellborn Musclecar Museum ............................................. 114 Welti Falls ...............................................................................140 Weogufka Creek Canoe Trail ...............................................125 West Point Lake ..................................................................... 121 Wetumpka Impact Crater ................................................... 102 The Wharf .................................................................................77 Wheeler Lake Scenic Cruises ............................................. 150 Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge/Visitor Center ........140 Whippoorwill Park ............................................................... 150 Whitewater Express/Blue Heron Adventure Zip Line & Aerial Course ..................................................101 Wilbourne Antique Rose Trail..............................................66 Wilcox Female Institute ....................................................... 90 Wilderness Park/Bamboo Forest.......................................101 Wildnative Delta Safaris .......................................................77 Wildnative Tours .....................................................................72 William Travis House ...........................................................100 Wilson Dam............................................................................ 149 Wilson Lake ............................................................................ 149 Wind & Water Learning Center ...........................................77 Wind Creek Casino & Hotel...................................................89 Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Montgomery .......................100 Wind Creek Casino & Hotel Wetumpka .......................... 102 Wind Creek State Park.......................................................... 114 Winston County Confederate Soldiers Monument....... 149 Wiregrass Museum of Art.....................................................94 Woodville Historical Museum............................................ 150 World’s Smallest City Block..................................................94 The Wormhole.........................................................................66 X-Golf ....................................................................................... 149 Xit Escape Room .....................................................................72 Xtreme Air: Trampoline and Ninja Course ......................94 Yellow Creek Falls ................................................................. 149 Yoholo Micco Walking Trail ...................................................94 Zack Rogers Park ................................................................... 90 Zinn Park.................................................................................. 115 Zion United Methodist Church ............................................122
City Index Abbeville ........................103, 167, 182, 198 Addison......................................................191 Adger .................................................167, 170 Akron ......................................................... 167 Alabaster ..........................14, 126, 184, 192 Alberta ......................................................166 Albertville....................15, 57, 138, 151, 198 Alexander City ...... 56, 114, 126, 130, 131, .......................167, 170, 173, 181, 183–186, ........................................190, 191, 194, 198 Aliceville................................... 114, 126, 198 Altoona .......................................................57 Alpine ........................................ 56, 167, 194 Andalusia ... 55, 89, 103, 107, 166, 186, 198 Anderson....................................................57 Anniston ...................... 14, 15, 56, 114, 126, .......................130, 167, 177, 180, 185, 198 Arab............................ 57, 138, 151, 154, 181, ....................................... 183, 188, 194, 198 Ardmore ...........................................187, 194 Arley ............................................168, 171, 181 Ashland ...............................................56, 114 Ashville.............................. 138, 151, 171, 198 Athens ...... 57, 138, 151, 154, 168, 171, 178, .......................183, 185, 188–191, 194, 198 Atmore ............................89, 103, 107, 166, ....................................... 182, 192, 194, 198 Attalla ... 15, 57, 139, 151, 168, 178, 191, 192 Auburn .....................56, 89, 103, 107, 166, ...............175, 176, 181, 183, 192, 195, 198 Bay Minette ...................... 55, 63, 78, 165, ...............................176, 184, 185, 195, 198 Bayou La Batre ..... 78, 178, 182, 187, 198 Bear Creek ...............................................168 Beatrice............................................. 90, 193 Berry ........................................................... 181 Bessemer ...56, 114, 126, 181, 185, 192, 198 Birmingham .....14, 56, 114, 126, 130, 131, ................................ 167, 174, 175, 177–187, ........................................ 189, 191–195, 198 Bladon Springs .......................................90 Blountsville ...................................... 139, 191 Boaz ...........................57, 151, 168, 190, 198 Bon Secour ............................................... 63 Boykin.........................................................90 Brent ................................................. 120, 124 Brewton ..................90, 103, 107, 185, 198 Bridgeport ..............................139, 179, 188 Brierfield ...................................120, 131, 167 Brilliant ......................................................183 Brookside ........................................120, 193 Brundidge ......................90, 174, 179, 184, ................................................ 192, 193, 194 Bryant ..................................................57, 155 Butler ........................90, 103, 182, 191, 198 Calera...........................15, 56, 120, 127, 167 Calvert .......................................................166 Camden ..........................90, 103, 107, 166, ....................................... 178, 180, 182, 198 Camp Hill .....................................................15 Carrollton ........................................120, 198 Castleberry ..............................................166 Cedar Bluff.............. 139, 151, 155, 168, 171 Centre ................................ 57, 139, 151, 155, ........................................ 168, 171, 190, 198 Centreville ........................................ 56, 198 Chatom ............................. 56, 90, 176, 198 Chelsea................................................15, 120 Cherokee ........................139, 155, 168, 188 Childersburg .......................... 56, 120, 127, ........................................ 167, 178, 182, 198 Citronelle ................................... 55, 63, 165 Clanton..............................56, 120, 127, 171, ........................................178, 185, 186, 198 Clayton .......................................................90 Cleveland..................................................139 Clio ......................................................90, 166 Coffeeville ........................................90, 166 Collinsville ......................139, 155, 192, 193 Columbia ...................................................90 Columbiana ............. 15, 56, 120, 127, 130, .................................167, 171, 185, 195, 198 Cottondale ........................................167, 171 Cottonton................................................. 167 Cottonwood ............................................103 Courtland ...............139, 178, 181, 184, 190 Crane Hill .........................154, 155, 168, 171 Creola ...............................................165, 170 Cropwell..................................................... 171 Cullman .......................14, 57, 139, 151, 155, ......................168, 171, 178, 180, 182, 184, .............. 186, 188, 189, 191, 192, 195, 198
Cusseta .....................................................120 Dadeville ..................56, 120, 127, 130, 131, ..........................................171, 184, 191, 198 Daleville ...........................................103, 198 Danville ............................................140, 168 Daphne......55, 63, 78, 170, 176, 189, 198 Dauphin Island ........... 55, 63, 78, 80, 81, ....................... 165, 170, 175–177, 179, 181, ......................186–189, 192, 193, 195, 198 Decatur ...............14, 57, 140, 151, 168, 171, .............................. 174–176, 178, 182–184, .............................. 186, 188, 189, 195, 198 Delta ...................................120, 127, 131, 167 Demopolis.......................56, 90, 103, 166, .......................170, 179, 182, 191, 194, 198 Dora.....................................................57, 140 Dothan ...................... 14, 56, 94, 103, 166, .......................177, 178, 185, 188–195, 198 Double Springs .............................140, 168 Dozier ........................................................166 Dutton .......................................................192 Eclectic ............94, 170, 184, 191, 192, 198 Elba...........................94, 104, 107, 178, 198 Elberta ..............55, 64, 165, 170, 178, 192 Elkmont................... 140, 151, 178, 182, 187 Empire ........................................................ 56 Enterprise......94, 104, 178, 179, 182, 198 Equality ...................................................... 171 Eufaula ........... 56, 94, 104, 107, 166, 170, ...............175, 178, 179, 185, 191, 195, 198 Eutaw.....120, 128, 130, 178, 187, 189, 198 Eva ..............................................................189 Evergreen ........56, 94, 104, 166, 191, 198 Fackler ...................................................... 140 Fairfield .....................................................128 Fairhope ........14, 55, 64, 78, 80, 81, 165, ....170, 176–178, 180, 188, 190, 193, 198 Falkville ....................140, 151, 189, 191, 192 Fayette ....140, 151, 154, 168, 188, 190, 198 Fitzpatrick ................................................107 Five Points ...............................................193 Flat Rock ............................................57, 155 Flomaton ................................................... 95 Florala ....................................... 95, 166, 198 Florence ..... 14, 57, 140, 151, 155, 168, 171, .......................177, 178, 181–183, 186, 188, ....................................... 189, 192, 194, 198 Foley ........... 55, 64, 78, 81, 165, 176–179, ................................ 181–183, 187, 188, 198 Forkland ................................................... 167 Fort Deposit ...................................180, 198 Fort Mitchell .................................... 95, 180 Fort Payne ......57, 141, 152, 155, 169, 182, .......................183, 187, 188, 192, 193, 199 Fort Rucker...............................56, 95, 166 Franklin ..................................................... 167 Frankville ..................................................180 Fruithurst ....................................................15 Fultondale ....................................... 128, 185 Fyffe ........................................................... 187 Gadsden .................. 57, 142, 152, 169, 171, ...............................179, 182, 185, 187, 188, ................................................190–195, 199 Gainesville ................................................120 Gardendale ........... 128, 177, 180, 193, 199 Gee’s Bend...............................................199 Geneva ............................. 56, 104, 181, 199 Georgiana ........................................ 95, 184 Gilbertown ................................................ 95 Glenwood ..........................................95, 183 Goodwater...............................................120 Gordo ................................................184, 199 Grand Bay ................................................186 Grant .................................143, 169, 171, 189 Greensboro................... 120, 128, 130, 199 Greenville .. 56, 95, 104, 167, 178, 192, 199 Grove Hill ........................ 95, 104, 192, 199 Grove Oak ................................................143 Guin ...........................................143, 152, 183 Gulf Shores ................... 14, 55, 66, 78, 81, ............ 165, 170, 173–178, 180, 183, 184, ............................... 186–188, 191–195, 199 Guntersville .....14, 57, 144, 152, 154, 156, ...... 169, 171, 174, 180, 185, 187, 188, 199 Hackleburg ..............................................144 Haleyville ....................... 152, 154, 184, 199 Hamilton ................ 144, 152, 177, 189, 199 Hanceville ........................................ 152, 189 Harpersville .............................. 15, 192, 193 Hartselle...........................57, 144, 152, 169, ....................................... 182, 186, 189, 199 Hayden ..................................................... 190 Hayneville.................................................. 95 Headland .....................14, 56, 95, 191, 199 Heflin..........................15, 120, 128, 167, 199 Helena ........................................ 121, 167, 181 Henagar ....................................................186
Hillsboro...........................................144, 169 Hodges .............................................. 121, 199 Hokes Bluff .................................................15 Holly Pond ...............................................144 Homewood ..............................121, 128, 199 Hoover ......................56, 121, 128, 168, 183, .......................................190, 193, 195, 199 Hope Hull .................................................. 95 Hueytown.................................................199 Huntsville........................... 14, 57, 144, 152, ......154–156, 169, 171, 173, 174, 176–178, .............................. 180–182, 184–195, 199 Irondale ........................... 128, 174, 178, 199 Jackson ....................56, 95, 104, 193, 199 Jackson’s Gap ......................................... 171 Jacksonville ......................................121, 128 Jasper ................14, 149, 153, 169, 171, 199 Jemison................................15, 121, 168, 181 Killen .........................................153, 174, 189 Lafayette ..........................................121, 180 Lanett ........ 56, 121, 128, 131, 168, 171, 199 Langston ..................................................169 Leeds .......................121, 128, 183, 189, 199 Leesburg................149, 155, 156, 169, 188 Leighton .................. 14, 149, 155, 182, 194 Lillian ..........................................................165 Lincoln ......................121, 128, 181, 190, 199 Linden......................................................... 95 Lineville ........... 121, 128, 168, 171, 193, 199 Livingston ...............................122, 128, 131, ....................................... 178, 180, 195, 199 Loachapoka..................................... 95, 189 Lowndesboro ..........................95, 167, 187 Loxley .................................................. 79, 83 Luverne .............................. 15, 95, 104, 107 Madison .......... 14, 149, 153, 178, 190, 192 Magnolia Springs ..............................72, 81 Maplesville ............................................... 122 Marbury ........................................... 122, 179 Marion........................56, 122, 128, 131, 195 Mathews ......................................................15 McCalla.............56, 122, 131, 168, 188, 192 Mentone......... 149, 155, 156, 183, 191, 192 Meridianville ..............................................57 Midland City ............................................. 95 Millbrook ...........................56, 95, 104, 167, ...............................176, 183, 184, 195, 199 Millry....................................................95, 167 Mobile .....................14, 55, 72, 79, 81, 165, ...................... 170, 173–181, 183, 185, 186, ........................................ 188, 191–195, 199 Monroeville ..............................56, 96, 104, ....................................... 178–180, 182, 199 Montevallo ... 56, 122, 130, 175, 180, 184, ......................186, 188, 192, 193, 195, 199 Montgomery ............14, 56, 96, 104, 107, ..... 167, 170, 173–175, 177, 178, 180–182, ..............185–189, 191, 192, 194, 195, 199 Moody ..............................................154, 190 Mooresville............................. 149, 178, 195 Morris .......................................................... 56 Moulton ....................57, 149, 154, 178, 199 Moundville ..............................168, 177, 189 Mountain Brook ............................189, 199 Mt. Vernon ........................................73, 165 Muscle Shoals ...........................57, 149, 154, .............................................157, 169, 171, 192 Natural Bridge ............................... 149, 179 New Site ...................................................180 Newton .................................................... 100 Northport ......... 57, 122, 128, 171, 173, 189 Notasulga.......................................... 15, 100 Oak Grove ................................................189 Oakville .....................................................149 Ohatchee .................................................. 122 Oneonta ...57, 149, 154, 185, 192, 194, 199 Opelika ............14, 56, 100, 105, 168, 178, ......................182, 183, 186, 194, 195, 199 Opp........................ 100, 106, 167, 178, 186, ................................................ 189, 192, 199 Orange Beach ............ 55, 76, 80, 81, 83, ...............165, 170, 174, 176, 177, 181, 183, .............................. 184, 186, 193, 195, 199 Orrville....................174, 179, 184, 187, 188, ................................................. 190, 191, 193 Owens Cross Roads ...........150, 154, 180 Oxford ......................57, 122, 128, 186, 190 Ozark ...............................56, 100, 106, 167, ........................................179, 187, 190, 199 Pelham ..................... 57, 122, 129, 131, 168, ........................................ 177, 183, 192, 199 Pell City ..................150, 154, 155, 169, 171, ................................................ 178, 183, 199 Perdido.........................................................15 Perdue Hill .............................................. 100 Peterman..................................................194 Phenix City ............. 14, 56, 100, 106, 199
Phil Campbell .........................................150 Pickensville ..................................... 122, 168 Piedmont.........................122, 129, 131, 168 Pike Road .................................................193 Pine Apple ...............................................194 Pine Hill ......................................................191 Pinson ........................................57, 186, 190 Pisgah ...................................... 150, 155, 188 Point Clear .................................. 55, 77, 80 Prattville ..................56, 101, 106, 107, 167, ..... 175, 176, 178, 179, 183, 186, 192, 199 Ragland.....................................................150 Rainbow City ........................................... 171 Rainsville ...................................57, 154, 185 Ramer ........................................................107 Red Bay .................................... 57, 150, 189 Riverside .................................................... 171 Roanoke ...57, 122, 129, 130, 179, 184, 199 Robertsdale............................. 77, 165, 199 Rockford ................................. 122, 168, 199 Rogersville ......57, 150, 154, 157, 169, 171, ........................................186, 187, 195, 199 Russellville ..... 57, 150, 154, 169, 187, 199 Salem ........................................................ 190 Samson .....................................................107 Santuck .....................................................192 Saraland............................................ 80, 176 Scottsboro ............. 57, 150, 154, 157, 169, .............. 171, 173, 174, 178, 180, 182, 183, ................................186, 188, 191, 192, 199 Seale..........................................101, 188, 190 Section ..............................................187, 188 Selma ...............56, 101, 106, 107, 167, 170, ............... 173, 177, 178, 191, 192, 195, 199 Semmes ............................................177, 182 Sheffield.................................. 150, 154, 178 Shelby ...............................124, 168, 171, 178 Shorter ..................................................... 106 Silverhill.............................................. 77, 166 Slocomb....................................................184 Smiths Station........................................192 Spanish Fort ..... 77, 80, 83, 166, 181, 190 Springville .............. 178, 183, 189, 191, 193 St. Florian ................................................ 190 St. Stephens .................................... 101, 167 Steele ........................................150, 157, 169 Stevenson .......................................150, 185 Stockton ............................................ 77, 166 Summerdale..................................... 77, 166 Sylacauga......................... 57, 124, 129, 131, ................................................178, 190, 199 Sylvania.....................................................150 Talladega ..................15, 124, 129, 131, 168, .........................................171, 176, 180, 199 Tallassee ..................................101, 193, 199 Tanner ........................................................169 Tensaw ........................................................77 Theodore .........................................166, 184 Thomaston ...................................... 102, 181 Thomasville .......... 56, 102, 106, 184, 199 Thorsby ......................................................191 Titus...................................................170, 189 Town Creek ..................................... 150, 157 Troy ..................102, 106, 167, 174, 181, 182, .........................................191, 192, 195, 199 Trussville .................... 14, 57, 129, 183, 199 Tuscaloosa ............... 14, 57, 124, 129, 130, .......................131, 168, 179, 188, 194, 199 Tuscumbia..............57, 150, 154, 169, 178, ..................... 184–186, 188, 190, 195, 199 Tuskegee .........................102, 107, 181, 199 Union Grove ..................................... 57, 186 Union Springs ..................... 102, 106, 180, ......................183, 186, 187, 190, 194, 199 Valley .............................. 102, 125, 130, 168 Valley Grande .......................................... 56 Valley Head ............................155, 185, 192 Verbena ..................................................... 171 Vernon ..............................................150, 154 Vestavia Hills ...........................................130 Vina ............................................................186 Wadley ...................................................... 125 Waldo ........................................................ 125 Warrior .............................................150, 169 Waterloo ..........................................150, 170 Waverly ............................................ 173, 180 Wedowee .................................125, 130, 171 Weogufka.................................125, 181, 193 West Blocton .......................................... 125 West Greene ........................................... 125 Wetumpka .....................56, 102, 106, 167, ..................... 174, 176–178, 180–182, 186, ...............................187, 190, 193–195, 199 Whatley ....................................................102 Winfield............................................154, 189 Woodville ................................ 150, 170, 191 York .......................................... 125, 130, 179
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