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The Foothills of the Appalachian Mountains: Off the Beaten Path in Alabama's Scenic Paradise

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    Bennett Farms

    Agri-Tourism | Heflin in Cleburne County  

    Bennett Farms is a fourth generation farm with activities for the whole family.  Their hayride takes you by the pumpkin patch where every pumpkin seed is planted by hand.  They also have an animal petting farm with a donkey, miniature horses, chickens, …

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    Lake Point Disc Golf

    Recreational | Heflin in Cleburne County  

    It is true that you can find beauty and relaxation all in one place.  When you visit Lake Point Park Disc Golf Course you will experience a get away from the busy hectic world. Lake Point Park Disc Golf Course was established in 2008 in Heflin, Alabama …

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    Loyd Owens Canoe Trail

    Recreational, Trails | Heflin in Cleburne County  

    The Lloyd Owen’s Canoe Trail on the Tallapoosa River offers access to some of the most beautiful undisturbed scenery in Alabama. The river is mostly flatwater with many small shoals. This section of the Tallapoosa offers paddlers of all skill levels an …

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    Talladega Mountains Natural Resource Center

    Birding Trail Sites, Parks, Recreational, Trails | Heflin in Cleburne County  

    The Talladega Mountains Natural Resource Center (a partnership between Jacksonville State University, the Cleburne County Commission and the Talladega National Forest) opened in November, 2012. The Mountain Center houses the JSU Field Schools and will …

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    The Talladega National Forest

    Birding Trail Sites, Parks, Recreational, Trails | Heflin in Clay, Cleburne, Randolph, Talladega County  
    Talladega National Forest

    The Talladega National Forest offers a peaceful atmosphere that is filled in wild game, camping, and hiking utopias. The forest also features picturesque scenic waterfalls throughout its striking setting. The total Forest covers 392,567 acres (613.39 s …

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Welcome to East Alabama

From the mountains in the north to the nearly endless lakes and rivers found throughout, you’ll discover natural resources like nowhere else. Outfitters in our area will gladly help you plan your own trip or take you to some of the most beautiful and hidden places in the region.
Outfitters are also a great way to see if you are ready to go all in, get the equipment you need and become a nature fanatic! While you are here, visit our historic downtowns, relax in one of the many bed and breakfasts, inns or more traditional hotels and enjoy some of our food, from old-fashioned Southern cooking and the best BBQ anywhere to fine dining.

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