North Alabama has the perfect spot for nature lovers and hikers looking to experience the beauty of the great outdoors."- Cherokee Rock Village
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Find the best place to throw a line. Get the scoop on a can't-miss play. Relive the history of this rich region. Your perfect adventure awaits. North Alabama boasts majestic natural wonders, picture perfect waterfalls, sparkling rivers and lakes, fun-filled festivals, colorful and vibrant art scenes, internationally-acclaimed music and food, a diverse cultural scene and rich and compelling history. Whether you’re gazing at a hot air balloon, enjoying a local delicacy, or shaking it to some soul music, there’s always something festive happening in North Alabama.
Our Trails
Plot your North Alabama journey today to experience the blue waters, soaring mountains, rich cultural history, and amazing attractions that millions of travelers enjoy every year.
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Rickwood Caverns State Park
State Park with a mile long cave tour, swimming, hiking, camping, gem mining, picnic areas, and a playground
Tigers for Tomorrow
The Preserve is open all year long on the weekends and we do add additional hours during holidays and Spring-Summer -Fall.
You can visit the preserve by purchasing general admission- allows you to spend as much time as you want on a walk about of the preserve
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Events
See All EventsBelle Mont Celtic Festival
Celebrating the historical significance of the Scottish heritage of people for whom Belle Mont was…
Golden Hour at the Garden
Step into an evening of laid-back elegance at Golden Hour, set against the natural beauty of Cedar…
Springfest
Held annually in May Springfest (formerly known as Mayfest) transforms downtown Guin into a venue…
Mom & Me Tea at the Garden
Gather the people who mean the most—moms, children, grandmothers, aunties, partners, and all the…
Roots & Shoots Farmers Market
Discover the freshest bounty from our region’s finest growers, artisans, and makers, as they come…
3rd Fridays in Downtown Decatur
Be a part of Decatur’s downtown street festival each third Friday from April to October. The stores…
Limestone County Sheriff's Rodeo
Plenty of rodeo action is expected to hit the dirt the third Friday and Saturday when the annual…
Annual Arley Day Festival, Car Show and Parade
ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL, CAR SHOW & PARADE May 17, 2025 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Hamner Park, Helicon…
Global Rhythm & Blooms
Travel the world without leaving the Garden. Global Rhythm & Blooms is a bi-weekly event series…
Coalfest
The North Alabama community of Brilliant pays tribute to its roots in the coal mining industry with…