It’s no secret that Alabama mountain towns are perfect for a quick getaway, especially during the fall season. Listed below are seven of the best mountain towns in Alabama – each of which offers incredible outdoor attractions, colorful foliage this time of year, and, of course, access to Alabama mountains. You’ll want to visit them all!

1. Mentone
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Mentone, AL, USA
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Among the most beautiful mountain towns in Alabama, Mentone is (not surprisingly) one of Alabama's top fall getaway destinations. Located atop Lookout Mountain, one of this town's most popular attractions in DeSoto Falls.
2. Birmingham
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Birmingham, AL, USA
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Birmingham, which is one of Alabama's largest cities, is home to a variety of outdoor attractions. One, in particular, is Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve. Covering approximately 1,040 acres, this nature preserve offers the most stunning views of "The Magic City."
3. Huntsville
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Huntsville, AL, USA
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Huntsville has been ranked one of the best cities to live in the U.S.; however, it's also a great place to visit, and that's partly due to the fact that it's home to Monte Sano State Park, which is one of Alabama's most popular hiking spots. During the fall season, the views from Monte Sano Mountain are spectacular!
4. Fort Payne
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Fort Payne, AL, USA
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Fort Payne is one of Alabama's most beautiful mountain towns. Little River Canyon National Preserve, which receives thousands of visitors each year, is this town's most popular outdoor attraction and is partly the reason the town is ranked among the best day trip destinations in Alabama.
5. Oneonta
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Oneonta, AL 35121, USA
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Oneonta is a lovely town that's located near three mountains in Blount County: Red Mountain, Sand Mountain, and Straight Mountain, making it one of the best places to experience fall in Alabama. However, because of its historic covered bridges, the town is best known as Alabama's Covered Bridge Capital. One of Oneonta's most popular outdoor attractions is Palisades Park, which is quite gorgeous during the fall season.
6. Delta
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Delta, AL 36258, USA
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One of the most beautiful small towns in Alabama, the tiny town of Delta is home to Cheaha State Park. The beautiful state park, which happens to be Alabama's oldest continually operated state park, is located atop Cheaha Mountain (also Mount Cheaha) - Alabama's highest natural point. The views are incredible!
7. Pelham
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Pelham, AL, USA
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Pelham is home to Oak Mountain State Park. Covering nearly 10,000 acres, it's the biggest state park in Alabama. During the fall season, Pelham, which is located at the foothills of Oak Mountain, is covered in colorful foliage. Peavine Falls is one of Oak Mountain State Park's most popular features.

Have you ever visited any of these Alabama mountain towns? If so, what do you think? Are they the best mountain towns in Alabama? Or, maybe you know of some other must-visit mountain towns in Alabama? Whatever it is, feel free to share your comments with us.

There’s no doubt about it: When it comes to the best mountains in Alabama, Mount Cheaha ranks pretty high up there. It is the tallest mountain in Alabama, after all.

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