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
Unexpected Adventures
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Events
See All EventsGlobal 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…
Golden Hour at the Garden
Step into an evening of laid-back elegance at Golden Hour, set against the natural beauty of Cedar…
Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic
More than 60 big, beautiful hot-air balloons will fill the sky above Decatur, Ala., the last weekend…
Memorial Day at the Garden
In honor of Memorial Day and in recognition of those who have served, Yulista is proudly sponsoring…
Roots & Shoots Farmers Market
Discover the freshest bounty from our region’s finest growers, artisans, and makers, as they come…
9-1-1 Festival
In 1968, Alabama Speaker of the House Rankin Fite placed the first 911 emergency call from City Hall…
First Friday in Downtown Gadsden
April - October & December Downtown Gadsden is the place to be the First Friday of the Month!…
Guntersville Lake Hydrofest
Alabama is known for fast cars and a NASCAR superspeedway, but the southern state has also developed…
Miracle Worker Play
An outdoor drama depicting the life of America’s first lady of courage attracts thousands of…