Outdoors & Hiking
Cathedral Caverns State Park
Woodville, AL
A guided walk into a cave with one of the largest commercial cave entrances in the world.
About 45 min A Few Hours
Lake Guntersville State Park
Guntersville, AL
Lakes & Water ActivitiesOutdoors & HikingDay Trip
About 1 hr 10 min one way from downtown Huntsville
Lake Guntersville State Park overlooks the Tennessee River reservoir with a lodge, cabins, campground, hiking trails, and access to the water.
The lake is a well-known fishing destination, and winter brings bald eagle viewing programs to the area.
Highlights
- Lodge and overlooks above Lake Guntersville
- Hiking and biking trails
- Fishing, boating, and winter eagle viewing
Planning Tips
- Book lodge rooms and cabins early for weekends.
- Check the park site for eagle-viewing event dates in winter.
Related Experiences
Outdoors & Hiking
Little River Canyon National Preserve
Fort Payne, AL
A National Park Service preserve with a scenic canyon rim drive, overlooks, and waterfalls.
About 1 hr 40 min Day Trip
Outdoors & Hiking
Huntsville Botanical Garden
Huntsville, AL
Themed gardens, a seasonal butterfly house, children’s garden, and holiday light events a few minutes from downtown.
About 10 min A Few Hours
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