Shhh... These 9 Hidden Places Are Alabama's Best Kept Secrets
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Jennifer Young
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Alabama is home to many incredible attractions, and some of the best ones are hidden away. Unless you’re a local, you might not know about the following nine hidden places. They’re among Alabama’s best-kept secrets.
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Located in a town with the same name, Natural Bridge is one of Alabama's most magnificent gems. It's the longest natural bridge east of the Rockies, measuring 60 feet high and 148 feet long.
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Rattlesnake Saloon, which is located inside a cave in Tuscumbia, is quite possibly Alabama's most unique restaurant. It's been featured in music videos, magazines and on several television shows.
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Dismals Canyon is a breathtaking spot that's quite popular among the locals. It's a sandstone gorge that's home to dismalites, which are very rare insects. Several famous outlaws have used this canyon for a hideout, including Jesse James and Aaron Burr.
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Turkey Creek Nature Preserve is one of Alabama's most beautiful places. Its "Blue Hole" is one of the state's most popular swimming holes, and it's a great place to visit on a hot summer day.
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The William B. Bankhead National Forest is located in North Alabama. Nestled within this beautiful forest is the Sipsey Wilderness and several breathtaking waterfalls.
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Without a doubt, Wilderness Park is one of Alabama's most unique parks. The one thing that makes this park truly special is the towering bamboo forest that's hiding within it.
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In 1937, the Bangor Cafe Club opened for business. It was located inside Bangor Cave and was America's only underground nightclub. Before closing in 1939, Al Capone was a frequent visitor of the Bangor Cafe Club.
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Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve is an incredible nature spot in North Alabama. This beautiful area offers more than 15 miles of hiking trails and incredible views.
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DeSoto Falls is located atop Lookout Mountain near the charming town of Mentone. At 104 feet high, DeSoto Falls is one of Alabama's tallest waterfalls.
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What’s your favorite hidden spot in Alabama?
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