Fort Payne, Alabama
Top Spots in and near Fort Payne
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Woodville, Alabama
Rappel Through the Keyhole at Stephen's Gap
5.0Stephen's Gap is a 150 foot cave in North Alabama protected by the Southeastern Cave Conservancy. It is important note that a free permit is required to visit Stephen's Gap. Directions, parking instructions, and safety tips are distributed after your permit request is granted, but the Google addr...Read more -
Scottsboro, Alabama
Stephens Gap
4.51.38 mi / 381 ft gainThe hike is 2 miles round trip. It starts from the open space where you park. (Details on where to park when you email in the permit). There is a sign labeled as the trailhead. Trail is easily visible, but just in case you can't follow it, they have marked it with yellow flags on trees. The trail...Read more -
Gadsden, Alabama
Photograph Noccalula Falls
5.01.4 miNoccalula Falls is definitely beautiful from the top, however, you can really get an idea of the pure power of this waterfall by finding your way to the bottom. One way to get to the bottom is to go through the park entrance and pay the $6 admission fee to be able to reach the bottom.Another opti...Read more -
LaFayette, Georgia
Hike to Keown Falls
1.8 mi / 450 ft gainKeown Falls Trail is a moderate loop perfect for a Spring day (especially after those April showers). The trailhead is located in the Keown Falls picnic area which is very spacious spotted with several picnic tables. This would be a great place for a family gathering and is spacious enough that ...Read more -
Lookout Mountain, Georgia
Lula Lake Land Trust
3.53.4 mi / 459 ft gainLula Lake Land Trust may only be accessible on the first and last Saturday of every month, but a visit to this North Georgia park is well worth planning for. It offers a small, but beautiful lake, a large waterfall, and over 6 miles of trails for hiking or biking. The 1-mile level gravel road fro...Read more -
Orme, Tennessee
Paddle South Pittsburg to BridgeportAlabama
Take a leisurely 6.2-mile paddle along this stretch of the Tennessee River. River access via boat ramps at both ends makes this a beginner-level paddle with breathtaking views and plenty of wildlife along the way. Be sure to have a shuttle car parked at the takeout.Read more -
Estillfork, Alabama
Walls of Jericho via Alabama Trailhead
4.05.8 mi / 1417 ft gainAround 5pm, we hiked down the only clearly marked trail that departs from the parking lot. The path begins with gentle switchbacks and great views of the forest, occasionally passing by small waterfalls, sinkholes, and caves; and arriving at the Hurricane Creek crossing (log with handrail) after ...Read more -
Guild, Tennessee
Climb Lake Nickajack
4.0Lake Nickajack has an incredible stretch of 50' limestone that is only accessible by water. The beauty of this wall is that a majority is vertical to slightly overhung, so you can ascend and at any time and just drop into the deep waters below. The limestone is covered in tufas, so plenty of op...Read more -
Sherwood, Tennessee
Walls of Jericho via Tennessee Trailhead
5.07.74 mi / 1667 ft gainWalls of Jericho via Tennessee Trailhead is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Belvidere, Tennessee.Read more -
Chief Ladiga Trail, Alabama
Run the Chief Ladiga Trail
33 miAt 33 miles long, the Chief Ladiga Trail is a popular destination for walkers, runners, and cyclists alike. Formerly a railroad track, the trail is now paved and mostly flat. The Ladiga trail runs through the cities of Anniston, Weaver, Jacksonville, Piedmont, and eventually connects to Georgia’s...Read more -
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Relax at Sunset Rock
4.3Sunset Rock provides spectacular access to the Bluff and Gum Spring Trails for hiking, is home to some of the top trad climbing routes in the area, and is perfect for residents and visitors alike who are seeking a great view of the Chattanooga area. Parking is allowed in a tiny lot provided on We...Read more -
Lookout Mountain, Tennessee
Photograph Moccasin Bend From Point Park
4.0Located in Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park, Point Park is a ten acre memorial park that overlooks the Lookout Mountain Battlefield and the city of Chattanooga. There is a paved walking path around the park that takes visitors by several historic tablets, monuments, confederat...Read more -
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Mountain Bike Raccoon Mountain
5.0Raccoon Mountain is an extensive, yet newer system of singletrack that circle the TVA Raccoon Mountain pumped storage facility, just 15 minutes east of downtown. The 30 miles of trails primarily span from intermediate to advanced levels, but a few beginner friendly routes can be found as well.Gra...Read more -
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Bike or Run the Tennessee Riverwalk
4.013 miThe Tennessee Riverwalk is a part of the Tennessee Riverpark System that features the Coolidge Park, Renaissance Park, Ross's Landing, and the Walnut Street Bridge, all jewels of downtown Chattanooga. It is a networks of boardwalks, bridges, and paved pathways that runs alongside the Tennessee Ri...Read more -
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Photograph Snoopers Rock
5.0To hit one of the best panoramic views of the Tennessee River Gorge, head into Prentice Cooper State Forest and head straight for Snoopers Rock. This 6,000+ acre protected park is home to over 35 miles of trails, campsites, and so much more.To access Snoopers Rock, you can drive through Prentice ...Read more -
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Park Day at Renaissance Park
4.0Renaissance Park is a 23-acre urban wetlands park, snuggled between the Market Street Bridge and Cherokee Blvd. on Chattanooga's North Shore. This pet-friendly park features nature trails, an outdoor pavilion, public art, and more. If you're smart, you'll bring some broken down cardboard and slid...Read more