Outdoors & Hiking
DeSoto State Park
Fort Payne, AL
Waterfalls, rock formations, and wooded trails on top of Lookout Mountain.
About 1 hr 50 min Weekend Getaway
Little River Canyon National Preserve
Fort Payne, AL
Outdoors & HikingLakes & Water ActivitiesDay Trip
About 1 hr 40 min one way from downtown Huntsville
Little River Canyon National Preserve protects a river that flows almost entirely atop Lookout Mountain, forming the canyon the preserve protects.
The canyon rim parkway links overlooks, and Little River Falls is a short walk from the parking area.
Highlights
- Little River Falls
- Canyon Rim Parkway overlooks
- Little River Canyon Center visitor facility
Planning Tips
- Swimming and river conditions change quickly — follow posted guidance.
- Check the NPS site for alerts and road conditions.
Related Experiences
Lakes & Water Activities
Lake Guntersville State Park
Guntersville, AL
A ridge-top lodge, trails, and shoreline on Alabama’s largest lake.
About 1 hr 10 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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