It’s no secret Alabama is a nature lover’s dream come true. There are several incredible nature spots just waiting to be discovered, including parks and preserves. Listed below are seven of Alabama’s most beautiful parks and preserves. You’ll most certainly want to add them to your 2020 bucket list.
Cheaha State Park opened in 1933, which makes it Alabama's oldest state park. It's located atop Cheaha Mountain and offers the most incredible scenic views.
Turkey Creek Nature Preserve covers nearly 500 acres and is one of Alabama's top outdoor destinations. Its main purpose is protecting some of the Southeast's most beautiful scenery.
Perry Lakes Park covers approximately 600 acres and features four oxbow lakes, which were formed nearly 150 years ago. It also features several interpretive trails and primitive trails that'll bring out the nature lover in you.
Covering nearly 10,000 acres, Oak Mountain State Park is Alabama's largest state park. One of its main features is Peavine Falls, which can be reached by hiking a scenic trail. Because of its variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, and camping, Oak Mountain State Park is the perfect destination for anyone who loves the outdoors.
5. Little River Canyon National Preserve - Fort Payne
Little River Canyon National Preserve is located atop Lookout Mountain. Its main features are Little River Canyon and Little River Falls. This scenic preserve is one of Alabama's most beautiful places.
Wilderness Park, which covers more than 26 acres, is one of Alabama's most unique parks. What makes it so unique is its bamboo forest that's tucked away inside it. that there's a towering bamboo forest hidden within it. It was also the first wilderness park to ever be developed inside city limits in the United States.
Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve covers approximately 700 acres and is one of North Alabama's most scenic, natural areas. It's open year-round and features more than 15 miles of hiking trails.
Have you ever been to any of these parks or preserves in Alabama? If so, please share your experience(s) with us in the comments below.
For a list of more amazing places in Alabama that are perfect for anyone who loves the outdoors, be sure to take a look at the following article: 11 Places That Make Alabama An Outdoors Paradise.
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