Franklin
Between Birmingham, Memphis, and Nashville, Franklin County anchors the southern edge of the Appalachian Mountain foothills and with that comes an abundance of spectacular outdoor leisure opportunities. If you are looking for a comfortable, safe, and affordable place to live, Franklin County may be the place for you. Some of the friendliest people in the world are from Franklin County!
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FISHING, CAMPING, & OUTDOORS
The Bear Creek Development Authority is a system of four lakes and their surrounding woodlands near Russellville, Alabama. The lakes offer trophy fishing, boating, sand beaches, group pavilions, designated swimming areas, hunting, developed camping, picnicking and hiking. A 30-mile canoe float stream is located between Upper Bear and Big Bear Reservoirs. Rated as one of the best floatways in Alabama.
Our temporary escape is now our home.
“We came to Franklin County for years to enjoy its natural beauty, outdoors and lifestyle…always welcoming, peaceful, and relaxing. Our temporary escape is now our home. A mile equals a minute here so we have access to all our needs, the area’s attractions and anywhere we want to go is stress-free. My wife and I are happy, healthy, and relaxed here in Sweet Home Alabama.”

- Scott Mugno
purchased property/home 13 years ago and retired to Franklin County 2 ½ years
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Upcoming Events
Back to 80's Party
Head out to Redstone Harley-Davidson on Saturday, September 30, from 12 to 3 pm for Live Music from…
Cullman Oktoberfest
- Cullman Oktoberfest
- Recurring daily
The town of Cullman celebrates its German beginnings with a family-friendly festival offering all…
Eva Frontier Days
- Recurring daily
The North Alabama town of Eva is gearing up for their annual family-friendly festival which is set…
McGee Farms
- McGee Farm
- Recurring daily
Experience a real pumpkin patch! Each year, McGee Farm welcomes thousands of visitors to its pumpkin…
Ride & Seek Scavenger Hunt
- Redstone Harley-Davidson
- Recurring daily
BEGINS SEPTEMBER 1: Ready to play Ride & Seek!? Here's the rules: 1. RIDE to the following 5…
The Great Alabama 650
Twenty-one of the fiercest paddlers from across North America and Europe will converge on Alabama…
Thunderstruck
- Looney's Tavern Entertainment and Cultural Center
- Recurring daily
Thunderstruck gives fans so much more than the sound of AC/DC, they truly capture the high voltage…
Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention
Athens State University welcomes old-time music lovers of all ages to the campus from October 4-7…
Boaz Harvest Festival
October 6-7, 2023 During Harvest Festival, an assortment of arts and crafts vendors for shoppers to…
Little River Orchard, LLC
- Little River Orchard
- Recurring weekly on Friday
Join us in beautiful Mentone for U-Pick Apples events! Little River Orchard will have U-Pick days…
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