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We all know about the natural beauty of Alabama but sometimes its fun to see which parts amaze outsiders who come through our state to visit + explore.

WorldAtlas is known for its lists of best ways to find adventure across the world and recently, it selected the five best natural wonders in the Yellowhammer State.

“A big chunk of this part of Alabama feels untouched, molded by time to create some unforgettable natural wonders. As you move deeper into the state’s wilder regions, the noise of everyday life drops away, and the land feels fresh and raw and more rooted. It is a rugged place with slow-moving water and sandstone walls, where the trails follow the shape of the land.”
World Atlas

Keep reading to see what made the list + let us know what else you think should have made the cut.

Alabama’s natural wonders

The WorldAtlas list including a handful of our own personal favorites. The five it settled on included:

Dismals Canyon in Phil Campbell
Noccalula Falls in Gadsden
Cheaha Mountain in Delta
Sipsey Wilderness
Little River Canyon National Preserve in Fort Payne

“Alabama’s natural wonders remind its visitors and residents that wildness still thrives close to home. From glowing canyons to mountaintop views, these places offer more than beauty; they offer quiet and a sense of returning to nature. There truly is no feeling like it.”
WorldAtlas

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