Etowah
Etowah County boasts an abundance of outdoor activities for those wishing to stay active. Situated along the banks of the Coosa River and only 60 miles from Birmingham, Etowah County is the perfect place to retire. The county is home to the communities of Gadsden, Rainbow City, Glencoe, Southside, Attalla, Hokes Bluff, Sardis City, and Altoona.
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NATURE PARKS & TRAILS
Gadsden and Etowah County is home to numerous outdoor venues for biking, hiking, paddling, climbing, golf, tennis, and more.
Nestled along the banks of the Coosa River, Etowah County is the perfect location for retirees looking to stay active after retirement.
FISHING AND CAMPING
The Coosa River and H. Neely Henry Lake are home to some of the best fishing in the South with beautiful mountain views. Spotted bass, crappie, largemouth bass, striped bass, and catfish make Gadsden fisheries a year-round playground for fisherman. Creeks along the Coosa are growing in popularity for both kayak and fly fishing.
The lake was formed by the Neely Henry Dam (57 ft high), built in 1966 by Alabama Power Company for hydroelectric power and recreation.
Marvelous Quality of Life
I have lived all over the country, and I must say that living in the Gadsden, AL area is the best ever. Beautiful mountains, lakes, and friendly people all add up to a marvelous quality of life!

- Dave Tumlin
Attractions for Senior Living
Etowah County has a wide-range of leisure, cultural, historic, and recreational activities to offer. In addition, the Coosa River and Noccalula Falls combine to give the county abundant natural beauty and outdoor fun.

Noccalula Falls Park
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Upcoming Events
Art on the Lake
Held alongside beautiful Lake Guntersville, this event features over 100 fine artists and craftsmen…
Bloomin Festival
Arts and crafts will be on display for two days in April when the St. Bernard Abbey and Prep School…
Cruise & Croon
Presented by the All American Cruisers, Cruise and Croon welcomes locals and visitors to the…
Cullman Strawberry Festival
- Cullman Strawberry Festival
- Recurring on the 1st Saturday of May
Alabama’s longest-running strawberry festival, the Cullman Strawberry Festival promises plenty of…
Koe Wetzel
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Limestone Sheriff's Rodeo
MAY 19-20, 2023 Considered the largest outdoor rodeo east of the Mississippi, the Limestone…
Annual Arley Day Festival, Car Show and Parade
ARLEY DAY FESTIVAL, CAR SHOW & PARADE Typically the 3rd Saturday in May 8:00 am – 2:00 pm…
Coalfest
The North Alabama community of Brilliant pays tribute to its roots in the coal mining industry with…
Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic
More than 50 big beautiful hot-air balloons will fill the sky above Decatur, Ala., the last weekend…
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