Nature and parks in Alabama

Nature & Scenic Parks

Alabama’s diverse landscapes range from the 90-foot drop of Noccalula Falls to the massive cave formations at Cathedral Caverns State Park. This collection features the Mississippian culture archaeological site at Moundville and the Civil War-era structures of Tannehill Ironworks. Coastal highlights include the historic Fort Gaines on Dauphin Island and the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park. For botanical enthusiasts, the list includes the 65-acre Bellingrath Gardens on the Fowl River and the Birmingham Botanical Gardens at the foot of Red Mountain.