"Wake up to breathtaking mountain views and the peaceful beauty of North Alabamaβwhere camping meets unforgettable adventure."
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Find the best place to throw a line. Get the scoop on a can't-miss play. Relive the history of this rich region. Your perfect adventure awaits. North Alabama boasts majestic natural wonders, picture perfect waterfalls, sparkling rivers and lakes, fun-filled festivals, colorful and vibrant art scenes, internationally-acclaimed music and food, a diverse cultural scene and rich and compelling history. Whether you’re gazing at a hot air balloon, enjoying a local delicacy, or shaking it to some soul music, there’s always something festive happening in North Alabama.
Our Trails
Plot your North Alabama journey today to experience the blue waters, soaring mountains, rich cultural history, and amazing attractions that millions of travelers enjoy every year.
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Tigers for Tomorrow
The Preserve is open all year long on the weekends and we do add additional hours during holidays and Spring-Summer -Fall.
You can visit the preserve by purchasing general admission- allows you to spend as much time as you want on a walk about of the preserve
Cook Museum of Natural Science
20% off one full price item from the Museum Store
The Museum Store has the perfect gift for any occasion. Located inside the Cook Museum, the Museum Store is open to the general public without an Exhibits admission ticket. Choose from a wide range of items with price points for every budget. Whether you’re looking for a locally inspired souvenir, a special piece of jewelry, nature-inspired home décor, fun science experiments, books, toys, or more you’ll find something for everyone.
Unexpected Adventures
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Events
See All EventsA Homecoming: The American Signature Quilt
In October, Historic Huntsville Foundationβs (HHF) American Signature Quilt will make a triumphant…
McGee Farms
- McGee Farm
- Recurring daily
Experience a real pumpkin patch! Each year, McGee Farm welcomes thousands of visitors to its pumpkin…
Spellbound
Spellbound at the Garden is a thoughtfully curated nighttime experience designed for adults (21+)…
3rd Fridays in Downtown Decatur
Be a part of Decaturβs downtown street festival each third Friday from April to October. The stores…
Alabama Gourd Festival
Please join us for our Annual Gourd Show at the Sparkman Civic Center. You are sure to enjoy the…
Attalla Heritage Day
ππΆ ATTALLA HERITAGE DAY is BACK & bigger than ever! πΆπ π Saturday, October 18, 2025 β° 9:00…
La Famiglia Vineyard
- Recurring weekly on Saturday
Join us every Saturday for an unforgettable evening filled with live music and mouthwatering eats…
Athens Storytelling Festival
Oct. 21-25, 2025 Imagine a crisp fall weekend spent listening to stories of adventure and…
Halloween History Hike: Kings Chapel Cemetery
Grab a lantern and join the Park Naturalist on a guided hike to Kings Chapel Cemetery to learn about…
Buttahatchee River Fall Festival
- Recurring on the last Saturday of October
Everyone is invited to join the Hamilton Area Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the fall season with…
River Clay Fine Arts Festival
The River Clay Fine Arts Festival welcomes local and national artists who will bring their works of…
Meow-o-ween
Calling all cool cats and their humans! Meow-o-ween is a purrrfectly spooky twist on our regular…
41st Annual Mid-South Woodcarving Show and Competition
The Mid-South Woodcarving Show and Competition is one of the Southeast's largest woodcarving events…
Canyon Fest
- Little River Canyon Center
- Recurring on the 1st Saturday of November
Canyon Fest is an annual celebration of art and nature featuring local art, crafts, live animal…
the Wall That Heals
The Wall That Heals is a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and a mobile…