A Walk in the Park

Named after a Creek Indian princess, Noccalula Falls stands 90 feet tall and is one of the most visited natural attractions in the state. When rain conditions are normal, the waterfall is around 20 feet with a smaller waterfall located a little to the right of the higher fall. While heavy rains cause the two falls to merge into one wider waterfall.

Noccalula Falls Park
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1. Noccalula Falls Park

Nestled among the trees in the park is a pioneer village, a group of rustic, hand-hewn log buildings representing a display of pioneer living conditions, included in the village is a country store, grist mill, covered bridge, pioneer home, smokehouse, blacksmith shop and more. Other park attractions include a War Memorial and Museum, botanical gardens, hiking trails, a sightseeing train, a playground, carpet golf, picnic pavilions, wedding chapel and honeymoon cabins, and meeting facilities. Wheelchair accessible.

Gadsden Cultural Arts Foundation, Inc.
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2. Mary G. Hardin Center for Cultural Arts

Includes three art galleries, the Imagination Place Children’s Hands-on Museum, a 72-foot working model railroad, and the Gadsden Community School of the Arts.

3. The Gadsden Museum of Art

Strives to support and maintain a museum of local history of the Gadsden and Etowah County area and to support and maintain a museum dedicated to Southern artists. The museum is committed to the acquisition, collection, and preservation of paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, artifacts, and items of historical significance deemed worthy for view by the public.

Wills Creek Winery
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4. Wills Creek Vineyards & Winery

Discover a tranquil world nestled in the Appalachian foothills of the Duck Springs Valley. Enjoy wine tastings from over 20 varieties of wine. Relax on the deck or the newly enclosed and heated/AC room overlooking the vineyard and duck pond with wine by the glass or bottles, cheese and salami platters, available daily on Saturday. Brunch is served Sunday 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Call the winery for the menu of the day. Winery tasting room and gift shop, home winemaker’s corner and much more. Groups Welcome. M-Sa 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Su 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Su brunch 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Jules J. Berta Vineyards
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5. Jules J. Berta Winery

We are a winery where Old World meets the Heart of Dixie! We have a heritage moving through the generations which was born through the love of a Hungarian refugee. We are all about Southern hospitality! The tasting room serves award winning wines grown from grapes in our vineyard such as Cabernet and Chardonnay, sweet muscadine wines, and locally sourced sweet fruit wines. Al fresco dining is the perfect way to try our wood fired pizza oven, charcuterie basket, and wine slushies! Gift shop, wine supplies, tours, tastings. Please call (256) 891-5115 for hours.

Maraella Winery
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6. Maraella Winery

Located in the picturesque foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in Hokes Bluff, Ala. Established in 2005, their vineyards include estate grown and bottled Cabernet Sauvignon. Offers visitors a choice between classic viniferous varietals and traditional Alabama fruit wines. Gift shop has a great selection of cheeses and wine novelties. Stop in for a complimentary wine tasting and tour. BUSINESS CLOSING January 31, 2026

Tigers For Tomorrow
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7. Tigers for Tomorrow

Looking for a unique experience? Take a trip to Untamed Mountain. Tigers for Tomorrow is a wild animal park and environmental education center that’s home to over 130 animals. See 70 big cats, wolves, and bears. Children can interact with barnyard animals at their contact yard.

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