Top Things to do in Alabama Mountain Lakes
Top Hotels in Alabama Mountain Lakes
- 1. Drury Inn & Suites Huntsville at the Space & Rocket Center
- 2. Hampton Inn & Suites Huntsville Research Park Area
- 3. Hampton Inn Decatur
- 4. Sleep Inn & Suites Huntsville Near U.S. Space & Rocket Center
- 5. Hampton Inn & Suites Athens-I-65 (Huntsville Area)
- 6. Hyatt Place Huntsville/Research Park
- 7. Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa
- 8. Hampton Inn Huntsville / Village of Providence
- 9. Best Western Athens Inn
- 10. Hilton Garden Inn Huntsville/Space Center
The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Alabama Mountain Lakes, Alabama Mountain Lakes
Discover the best top things to do in Alabama Mountain Lakes, United States including Brow Park, SNAP Playground, Lake Guntersville, Little River Canyon National Preserve, William Bankhead National Forest, Cathedral Caverns State Park, Noccalula Falls Park & Campground, Huntsville Botanical Garden, Wilson Lock & Dam, DeSoto State Park.
Restaurants in Alabama Mountain Lakes
1. Brow Park
2. SNAP Playground
3. Lake Guntersville
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 94 reviews
Alabama's largest impoundment of 69,000 acres with more than 900 miles of shoreline. Noted as an excellent bass lake and resort area. Stretches from Scottsboro to Guntersville.
Reviewed By Shotgunab - Birmingham, United States
This is is one of the nicest places to visit, from high upon the park you can look down on to the river and the scenery is spectacular, and at night the sunset looking down the river is spectacular. If you like to look at the wildlife a drive through the park will make the drive worth it, plenty of deer to look at and take pictures.
4. Little River Canyon National Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 538 reviews
The deepest canyon east of the Mississippi is surrounded by the scenic beauty of Lookout Mountain.
Reviewed By TKinney - Mount Pleasant, United States
Great weekend getaway for beautiful scenery close to the small town of Fort Payne Alabama. Gorgeous falls and rock formations. Easy to take pictures and railings for safety along the walks.
5. William Bankhead National Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
This unique ecosystem is perfect for winter hiking.
Reviewed By roadrunner_in_texas - The Woodlands, United States
About a 1.5 mile hike, off the beaten path hidden within the Bankhead National Forest is a hidden waterfall along Caney Creek! It is not an easy find, but so worth the walk! Be prepared to play under the waterfall
6. Cathedral Caverns State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 428 reviews
This beautiful cave system features unique rock formations and ancient relics.
Reviewed By Y654TAmarkw - Little Rock, United States
These caverns were an unexpected surprise! They are huge. The guide Stephanie was extremely knowledgeable and made the 90 minute tour fun. The caverns go about 3 quarters of a mile into the mountain. Do not miss this if you are in the area.
7. Noccalula Falls Park & Campground
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 663 reviews
Large park featuring waterfalls.
Reviewed By pirate013
Saw the sign for the falls & campground.... Free entry.... $6 to visit the park area with petting zoo, animal displays, historic buildings, train ride around park! Found the gorge trail & down I hiked! Suspension bridge, roaring river, dramatic waterfall, statue, chapel, playground, campground..... absolutely breathtaking scenery! Highly Recommend
8. Huntsville Botanical Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 871 reviews
The 112-acre Huntsville Botanical Garden is open year-round and contains a diverse ecosystem of meadows, upland and bottomland forest, and wetlands, as well as a variety of specialty gardens and native plant collections. The Mathews Nature Trail contains the largest accredited trillium collection in the U.S. and the Anderson Education Center is home to the nation’s largest open-air butterfly house. The Native Plants Teaching Garden is a public space that highlights the way local plants, soil, pollinators, and birds create distinct communities and how they interact to form a diverse, sustainable, and attractive landscape. A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the Garden is a member of the American Public Gardens Association, the North American Plant Collections Consortium, and the American Horticultural Society, as well as an ArbNet-accredited arboretum.
Reviewed By 532serenityj - Sterlington, United States
This place was amazing had something for everyone. hammocks, rock areas (painted rocks) playgrounds for various ages, lovely gift shop, amazing art work thru out the gardens and various places.
9. Wilson Lock & Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Engineering marvel built in 1924 spans 4,541 feet in length at a height of 137 feet.
Reviewed By 373MarkW - Muscle Shoals, United States
Wilson Lock & Dam is a very impressive structure. The Dam was begun during WW1 and completed in the 1920’s. It was one of the first dams built on the Tennessee River and was one of the largest public construction projects in the nation employing some 10,000 workers. For many years the 90’ lift from Pickwick Lake to Wilson Lake was the largest single lift lock in the world. It no longer has that title but it is very impressive to watch a barge lock through. Great views can be had by walking out onto the bridge to look below at the lock and spillways. Visitor access is also frequently available by driving to the Lock on the North end of the dam. A great view of the dam is also available by driving to the rock pile access area on the South end of the dam. You can park and walk East almost to the dam. Abundant waterfowl can be seen, pelicans, herons, eagles, etc. Great place!
10. DeSoto State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 376 reviews
In the rustic tradition of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), mountainous Desoto State Park is accented by many rushing waterfalls and fragrant wildflowers. The park was developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s and the atmosphere of the CCC enhances many areas, including the Lodge, restaurant, and Cabins. Lodging to choose from: Log Cabins, Rustic CCC cabins, Chalets, Motel Rooms. Camping options: Camping Cabin Improved campground with full hookup campsites (for RVs & tents) Primitive Camping, Backpacking Campsites. Amenities include a restaurant, meeting rooms, pavilions, picnic area,playground, swimming pool (seasonal), Benefield Nature Center, a CCC museum, and much more. A large selection of events are available such as campfire talks, classes, demonstrations, etc. DeSoto State Park is located eight miles northeast of Fort Payne, Alabama. DeSoto Falls, a 104ft waterfall, is one of DeSoto's biggest attractions, located about 7 miles north near Mentone, AL
Reviewed By cman477 - Spring Hill, United States
This is a beautiful area, great scenery. Only thing finding your way around is not easy, the park is very poorly signed. I also it had information about the history of the area. But it was a great place to hike.
