From the mountains in the north to the nearly endless lakes and rivers found throughout, you’ll discover natural resources like nowhere else.

Joe Louis Statue

See an 8 foot statue of boxing great Joe Louis, who was born in Lafayette, and visit Chambers County Museum nearby to see related a exhibit and other memorabilia. Joe Louis, whose given last name was Barrow, was born in rural Chambers County and lived …

West Point Dam

The woods surrounding the lake are rather open, consisting of mostly mature pine and mixed oak. These woods offer up a variety of songbirds and raptors. The major attraction here is panoramic views of the lake, notable for winter gulls and terns. Look for loons and other waterfowl in colder months, swallows and Purple Martins in the warmer ones. Bald Eagles and Ospreys nest in the vicinity. This is a spot for rarities, including Great Cormorants. Watch the easy-to-see gulls carefully, as numerous unusual gulls can be present along with more common varieties.

Cider Ridge Golf Club

Situated at the base of Alabama’s tallest mountain, Mt. Cheaha, Cider Ridge Golf Course is a par 72, 18 hole regulation golf course that is rich in views and history. Cider Ridge was originally home to an apple orchard and still features some of the re …