Alabama's Duffie Oak Is One Of The Oldest Living Oak Trees In America
Jennifer Young
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Our state is home to several living landmarks that are some of the oldest in the country. One in particular is the Duffie Oak in Alabama. It is a unique tree that belongs at the top of everyone’s bucket list. To learn all about the Duffie Oak, including the features that make it such a unique tree, take a look below. We know you’ll be amazed!
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Have you ever seen this, one of the oldest oak trees in America, up-close and in person? If so, what did you think about it? If not, what do you think of these photos? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments below! Did you know another Alabama tree, the amazing Constitution Oak, is another one of America’s oldest living oak trees?
Those who love hiking can find some great trails in and around the area on the AllTrails website.
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More Adventures In Alabama
Where can we find haunted cemeteries in Alabama?
- The Bass Cemetery in Irondale is a 200+ year old cemetery and recognized as one of the most haunted cemeteries in Alabama.
- The Church Street Graveyard in Mobile was founded in 1819 and is believed to be haunted by a man that was wrongly accused of murder and hung outside the cemetery.
- The Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville is also known as the Dead Children's Playground because people have said they have seen the ghosts of children playing on swings.
Read on to learn more about some of the many other fascinating haunted cemeteries in Alabama.
Where can we find state parks in Alabama?
- Cathedral Caverns State Park in Woodville) features cathedral-like walls which give it its current name, but it was originally called the "Bat Cave."
- Gulf State Park in Gulf Shores is a very popular vacation destination because of its gorgeous white-sand beaches stretching for 2 miles along the Gulf of Mexico.
- Chewacla State Park in Auburn is an expansive 696-acre park featuring hiking, fishing, camping, and swimming.
Read on to learn more about some of the many other fantastic state parks in Alabama.
Where can we go for a weekend getaway in Alabama?
- Daphne is known for its quaint shops, inviting bed and breakfasts, delicious eateries, and beautiful art galleries.
- The Little River Canyon National Preserve in Fort Payne covers more than 15,000 acres and offers a variety of recreational activities including beautiful waterfall hikes.
- Cheaha State Park offers hiking, camping, fishing, and swimming and is Alabama's oldest continuously operated state park.
Read on to learn more about some of the many other wonderful places to go for a weekend getaway in Alabama.