From state and national parks to preserves, national forests and more, Alabama is filled with places to enjoy the state’s natural beauty. Sometimes though, that can make deciding where to spend a day ...

Join Alabama's National Trails Day on June 6, 2026, for a fee-free adventure and help preserve public trails. Discover how to ...

For the third year in a row, USA Today readers have said an Alabama state park has the best recreational trails in the country. The Hugh S. Branyon Backcountry Trail, a network that connects Gulf ...

Alabama is well known for its amazing hiking opportunities. Trails of all lengths are located throughout the Yellowhammer State and are perfect for both beginner and advanced hikers. Listed below are ...

One of the great things about hiking in Alabama during the winter is that we don't experience the brutal winters that our friends up north do. We can hit the trails pretty much year-round, and don't ...

One of the best ways to enjoy the summertime is to grab a paddle and check out one of the many kayak trails in Alabama.

Are you a nature lover looking for an underrated gem to visit? This Alabama city offers a mix of charming Southern comfort and scenic outdoor experiences.

GUNTERSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A beloved walking trail in Guntersville is getting some new recognition. The Sunset Drive walking trail, which stretches four miles around the city of Guntersville, was ...

Pulling into downtown Birmingham for a late Friday afternoon check-in at the Tutwiler Hotel, the realization hit that — for the first time in my life — I was a tourist in my own hometown. Born in a ...

The Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge — a.k.a. “Alabama Swamps” — is not lacking in things to do for the nature lover, ...