The Ultimate And Definitive Bucket List For Everyone In Alabama
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Jennifer Young
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With so many great things to do here in Alabama, why are we always in a rush to travel elsewhere when we’re looking to have a good time? Whether you’re currently a resident or you’re just visiting, these 20 places should definitely be on your Alabama bucket list:
1. Little River Canyon National Preserve
Little River Canyon National Preserve, 4322 Little River Trail #100, Fort Payne, AL 35967, USA
Little River Canyon National Preserve is located near Fort Payne, on top of Lookout Mountain. It's known for protecting the Little River, the nation's longest mountaintop river.
2. Ave Maria Grotto
Ave Maria Grotto, 1600 St Bernard Dr, Cullman, AL 35055, USA
Located in Cullman, Ave Maria Grotto is a 4-acre park on the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey, featuring a garden of 125 miniature reproductions of famous religious sculptures.
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3. Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Birmingham Botanical Gardens, 2612 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223, USA
With more than 12,000 different plants, Birmingham Botanical Gardens is Alabama's largest living museum.
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4. U.S. Space & Rocket Center
U.S. Space & Rocket Center, 1 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 35805, USA
Located in Huntsville, the U.S. Space & Rocket Center is sometimes referred to as "Earth's largest space museum." It's also home to Space Camp for some fun in Alabama.
5. Rattlesnake Saloon
Rattlesnake Saloon, 1292 Mt Mills Rd, Tuscumbia, AL 35674, USA
Rattlesnake Saloon, located in Tuscumbia, is one of Alabama's most unique restaurants. What makes it so unique is the cave-like "watering hole under the rock."
6. Noccalula Falls Park
Noccalula Falls Park & Campground, 1500 Noccalula Rd, Gadsden, AL 35904, USA
Noccalula Falls Park is located in Gadsden and its main feature is a beautiful 90-ft waterfall.
7. Unclaimed Baggage Center
Unclaimed Baggage, 509 W Willow St, Scottsboro, AL 35768, USA
Unclaimed Baggage Center, located in Scottsboro, is one of Alabama's top tourist attractions. What makes it unique is the fact that it's the only lost luggage store in the world. Coming here is one of the best things to do in Alabama.
8. Fame Recording Studios
Fame Recording Studios, 603 Avalon Ave, Muscle Shoals, AL 35661, USA
Fame Recording Studios is located in Muscle Shoals and has produced hit records by artists such as Aretha Franklin and The Osmonds.
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9. Gulf Shores
Gulf Shores, AL, USA
Gulf Shores is located on Alabama's Gulf Coast and is one of the state's top vacation destinations.
10. Dismals Canyon
Dismals Canyon, 901 County Rd 8, Phil Campbell, AL 35581, USA
Located in Phil Campbell, Dismals Canyon features two waterfalls (Rainbow Falls and Secret Falls) and six natural bridges.
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11. Birmingham Zoo
Birmingham Zoo, 2630 Cahaba Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223, USA
The Birmingham Zoo is home to approximately 950 animals of 230 species.
12. Satterfield's
Satterfield's Restaurant, 3161 Cahaba Heights Rd, Birmingham, AL 35243, USA
Located in the Cahaba Heights of Birmingham, Satterfield's is a fine dining establishment, featuring delicious menu items such as steaks, fresh seafood, veal and quail.
13. Oak Mountain State Park
Oak Mountain State Park, 200 Terrace Dr, Pelham, AL 35124, USA
At 9,940 acres, Oak Mountain State Park is Alabama's Largest park. It's located in Pelham.
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14. Ivy Green
300 N Commons St W, Tuscumbia, AL 35674, USA
Located in Tuscumbia, and built in 1820, Ivy Green is the childhood home of Helen Keller.
15. Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail
The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail is a collection of championship golf courses spread across Alabama. There are a total of 468 holes at 11 sites.
16. DeSoto State Park
DeSoto State Park, 7104 Desoto Pkwy NE, Fort Payne, AL 35967, USA
DeSoto State Park, located near Fort Payne, offers miles of hiking trails and beautiful waterfalls.
17. Coon Dog Cemetery
Coon Dog Cemetery, 4945 Coondog Cemetery Rd, Cherokee, AL 35616, USA
The Coon Dog Cemetery is reserved for the burial of coon dogs. It's located in Cherokee and is the only cemetery of its kind in the world.
18. Lake Guntersville
Lake Guntersville State Park Campground, 24 State Campground Rd, Guntersville, AL 35976, USA
At 69,000 acres, Lake Guntersville is Alabama's largest lake.
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19. Fort Morgan
Fort Morgan, AL 36542, USA
Fort Morgan is a historic fort located at the mouth of Mobile Bay. Some say it's haunted.
20. Cheaha Mountain
Cheaha Mountain, Alabama 36258, USA
Last but not least on the ultimate Alabama bucket list is Cheaha Mountain. With an elevation of 2,407 feet, Cheaha Mountain is Alabama's highest natural point.
What do you think? Have you visited any of these well-known places in Alabama? What places would you add to your Alabama bucket list?
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