Location: Mentone
Top Things to do in Mentone
The 7 Best Things to Do in Mentone, United States
Mentone is a town in DeKalb County, Alabama, United States. Mentone, located atop Lookout Mountain, has the highest elevation of any incorporated town in Alabama, narrowly over Hytop.
Restaurants in Mentone
1. Desoto Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By EldaP - Lula
Very serene and incredibly beautiful. The fall colors just made it that much more beautiful. The final fall is a 104ft drop and it can make you feel a little light headed when you're standing next to the rail. Watch small children VERY CLOSELY!! It would be easy for one to slip through..
2. Miracle pottery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Bernardo F - New York City, New York
Some very unique pieces in this little shop in the woods. Definitely a lot more use of color in pottery that I've seen in lots of other places it's definitely a little bit of a drive from 59 but if you're on the way to DeSoto park it's on the way
3. Sallie Howard Memorial Baptist Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Lisa P
I have been researching the history on Mentone/Ft. Payne since this is where my Dad was from. Heard about the church and the sense of peace you get when visiting so I had to go. One of the MOST amazing things I've seen. It's amazing how it is built around a rock so many years ago before. You just don't see this kind of thing anywhere.
What is even more amazing, the door is always unlocked for visitors and this day and age you don't normally find that. Truly a step back in better days.
4. DeSoto State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 291 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), a nature center featuring interpretive programs and live animals, a CCC museum, and more than 30 miles of hiking and mountain biking trails; including an ADA-accessible boardwalk trail. DeSoto Falls, a 104ft waterfall is one of DeSoto's biggest attractions. Park is 1 hour from Chattanooga, 2 hours from Atlanta, Birmingham, & Huntsville
Reviewed By Sam36527 - Daphne, Alabama
Beautiful wooded mountains with river running throughout. We rented a log cabin for 4 adults, two teen girls. Great set up with stone, wood burning fireplace, kitchen, moderately stocked with cooking implements and dishes. Central heat and air, two rooms with another pull-out couch. Near many trails, falls and outdoor activities. Fairly low cost for everything. TVs in living room and both bedrooms (cable) but we never actually turned them on. It snowed !
5. Cloudmont Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 23 reviews
This mountainous ski and golf resort is also home to a dude ranch.
Reviewed By missmollymae - Houston, Texas
Its not Snowshoe but its a good place for beginners to get their feet wet. Its about $50 to ski/board, that fee includes gear, lift pass, and basic instruction. Cloudmont has a lot of beginning skiers/snowboarders so its a welcoming environment and you won't need to feel bad about inexperience (like you might at a bigger resort). The staff for the most part was friendly. The ski instructors were wonderful and knew what they were doing. The ski gear is in decent condition for the most part. I do have a warning about the lift (and it isn't really Cloudmont's fault). It is a pulley system rather than a chair lift or a conveyor belt. Other ski lifts have these (usually to get up the bunny hill) but Cloudmont has them exclusively up their main hills (only one of which was open). I fell more times trying to get the hang of the pulley lift than I did on the snow. Plus the top 1/4 of the hill is rather steep and its tiring to go up multiple times in a row (several people would stop at the top to catch their breath after the ride up). It takes some upper body strength to get up (remember you are holding onto something pulling your entire body weight up a hill). Like I said it isn't Cloudmont's fault, the hill is too little for a chair lift and too steep and long for an conveyor belt. Its not awful once you get the hang of it (and there are some tricks that the ski lift operators can show you if they have the time) but I saw several people become frustrated. Other than that there was about a 10 minute wait for the lift, which did allow for a short rest but could be frustrating if you fell at the bottom of the hill and had to wait in the line again. Its not anything that ruined my day at all but something to be aware of.
One complaint is that they adverted that they had 2 hills open (via a link that yo click on their website that is 'updated regularly'), that was not true unless they were counting the 20 feet run of the training area as a 'hill'. There was a lift (not operating) that went up to the top of what appeared to be another run but the top didn't have any snow on it. So that was a bit misleading. There is also no changing area other than the small bathroom. We also stood in the line to get our tickets and gear for over 30 minutes, it was extremely slow. One last thing is that they have limited sizes in very small and very large skis/boots/snowboard gear. So if you have little kids or big feet in your party you'll want to show up right at opening as they can't reserve the gear in advance (more information is on there website under 'ski conditions' instead of the rental info page oddly enough).
The best things about the resort is that its close, relatively affordable, and geared to beginners. Most people were not experienced skiers so there is no need to feel bad about going to the ski class or falling on the slope. Plan for at lest 3-4 hours on the ski slopes to really get your feet wet. The one run might eventually get boring to those more experienced but it is decent for a day or a weekend trip.
6. Mentone Wedding Chapel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By preacherman58 - Fort Payne, Alabama
At Mentone Wedding Chapel, Ms. Linda will take care of your every need. No matter if you are planning a quick informal ceremony, or a formal wedding with all the trimmings, She has the ability to prepare a classy wedding reception for up to 100 guests, (see website for details) . This hidden Gem is located in a beautiful wooded setting and the staff is professional and courteous. 256-634-4181
7. The Gourdie Shop
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 9 reviews
This store features a unique collection of hand-painted and dressed gourds.
Reviewed By eng311 - N. Atlanta
Who choses these "Attractions" anyway? This is not an attraction, it's a store in Mentone with, what can best be described as neo-hippy womens clothes, beads and accessories. At least they have something, most all of the shops in Mentone have nothing but schlock, trashy souvenirs and little bottles of extract of things I've never heard of. There is one wood working shop offering a few interesting items. Beyond that, if you're looking for some type of arts and crafts you have to travel a mile or so down the hill to 'Miracle Pottery' or a few miles the other way to Inca Connection. That's it.
As for actual attractions, don't expect to find any such thing in Mentone. DeSoto falls is very nearby with a waterfall just a few steps from the parking lot. Also, DeSoto state park with some nice hiking trails is close.
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