East Alabama Travel Destinations

Lake Howard

With approximately 180 acres, Lake Howard borders the Talladega National Forest, with some of the most pristine scenery in the state.  There is an abundance of game fish, including bass, bream, and crappie, or you may try your hand at catfishing.  This …

Lake Martin

Located on the outskirts of Alexander City in Central Alabama, Lake Martin is a 44,000-acre impoundment on the Tallapoosa River with an astounding 750 miles of shoreline. Lake Martin is arguably the most popular recreational reservoir in Alabama attrac …

Lake Point Disc Golf

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 …

Lake Wedowee

Harris Reservoir, locally known as Lake Wedowee, is located in east-northeast Alabama near the town of Wedowee. The reservoir was formed by completion of R.L. Harris dam in 1983. The major rivers supplying water for the reservoir are the Tallapoosa and …

Lineville City Park

There are multiple ball fields, best for Killdeer, Eastern bluebirds, Common nighthawks (in the evenings, over the park lights from spring through fall,) and possible Loggerhead shrikes and American kestrels, especially in the colder months. The small …

Loyd Owens Canoe Trail

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 …

Morris Mountain Off-Road Vehicle Park

One of the premier Off Road Vehicle, rock-crawling parks in the nation. ORV enthusiasts and fans come to MMORV Park from around the nation for the challenging trails and bone-jarring fun. Address:       1524 Henry Davis Rd. Delta, Al  36258 Phone: 256- …

Mountain Longleaf National Wildlife Refuge

More than 6,000 acres of the former military base is designated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as a National Wildlife Refuge to protect a unique and endangered ecosystem described as the mountain longleaf pine forest. Mountain Longleaf National …

Nubbin Creek Trail

This little-known hike is quickly becoming well known. Located just south of Cheaha Mountain, Alabama’s highest peak, the Nubbin Creek Trail is a true classic, showcasing what makes the Talladega National Forest a true treasure for Alabama. For day-hik …

Pinhoti Hiking Trail

The Alabama Pinhoti Trail, a national recreation trail, is the pride of Alabama hikers. This 100+ mile long path is the backbone of a trail system second to none in the state as it meanders through rolling hillsides, up rocky crags, past mountain strea …

RTJ GOLF TRAIL AT SILVER LAKES

Located in Northeast Alabama, between Anniston and Gadsden, Silver Lakes is set on rolling terrain with stunning views of the surrounding Appalachian foothills. Following the April 2011 devastating EF-4 Tornado, which ravaged the golf course and the su …

Talladega Mountains Natural Resource Center

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 …