Amanda's Guidebook
Sightseeing
You’ll start your journey at Little river falls parking lot located off Highway 35. There you will find a path that leads down to the board walk, that takes you to a perfect vantage point to get pictures. There are several trailheads to explore, one goes up stream and across the bridge, the other is located across the parking lot that leads to the infamous Hippie Hole
42 locals recommend
Little River Canyon
4322 Little River TrailYou’ll start your journey at Little river falls parking lot located off Highway 35. There you will find a path that leads down to the board walk, that takes you to a perfect vantage point to get pictures. There are several trailheads to explore, one goes up stream and across the bridge, the other is located across the parking lot that leads to the infamous Hippie Hole
Check out the wildlife room next to the general store, public pool is located across the street, check out Indian falls trail and bird watchers trail
9 locals recommend
Desoto State Park
Desoto State ParkCheck out the wildlife room next to the general store, public pool is located across the street, check out Indian falls trail and bird watchers trail
The Canyon center has a theater room where you’ll get to experience Little River Canyon like never before. You’ll start off in space and zoom in to our little slice heaven, you’ll learn about our river system, the fragile aquatic animals, and wild life that call Little River Canyon home
13 locals recommend
Little River Canyon Center
4322 Little River Canyon Rim PkwyThe Canyon center has a theater room where you’ll get to experience Little River Canyon like never before. You’ll start off in space and zoom in to our little slice heaven, you’ll learn about our river system, the fragile aquatic animals, and wild life that call Little River Canyon home
Choo-Choo!! All aboard!! Step back in time as much of Fort Payne’s history is found inside. From the Boom days of 1891 to the last freight service train in 1983, this museum is filled with timeless relics.
Fort Payne Depot Museum
105 5th Street NortheastChoo-Choo!! All aboard!! Step back in time as much of Fort Payne’s history is found inside. From the Boom days of 1891 to the last freight service train in 1983, this museum is filled with timeless relics.
A picturesque drive around the Canyon rim. You will not want to miss touring this eleven-mile scenic drive located on the western side of the canyon along AL Highway 176 (off AL Highway 35). If you are short on time, take the quick route (30 minutes or so). Begin on AL Hwy 35 and end just past Canyon View Overlook (turn sharp right on County Road 255). Follow County Road 255 (stay right) to the stop sign (by the Church), turn right onto Adamsburg Road and follow back to AL Hwy 35.
The scenic drive begins with Little River Falls Boardwalk Overlook and ends at Eberhart Point Overlook.
The Scenic drive allows the visitor to view the splendor of the canyon from a series of overlooks. Each overlook has a pull-off to park and enjoy the scenery; very little walking is required.
Touring the scenic drive and the overlooks is free of charge. Overlooks are open during daylight hours only. The road is narrow and has many curves and turns. Obey the speed limit and watch out for other vehicles, bicycle riders, and wildlife in the road.
Little River Canyon Rim Parkway
Little River Canyon Rim Parkway A picturesque drive around the Canyon rim. You will not want to miss touring this eleven-mile scenic drive located on the western side of the canyon along AL Highway 176 (off AL Highway 35). If you are short on time, take the quick route (30 minutes or so). Begin on AL Hwy 35 and end just past Canyon View Overlook (turn sharp right on County Road 255). Follow County Road 255 (stay right) to the stop sign (by the Church), turn right onto Adamsburg Road and follow back to AL Hwy 35.
The scenic drive begins with Little River Falls Boardwalk Overlook and ends at Eberhart Point Overlook.
The Scenic drive allows the visitor to view the splendor of the canyon from a series of overlooks. Each overlook has a pull-off to park and enjoy the scenery; very little walking is required.
Touring the scenic drive and the overlooks is free of charge. Overlooks are open during daylight hours only. The road is narrow and has many curves and turns. Obey the speed limit and watch out for other vehicles, bicycle riders, and wildlife in the road.
Unlike other tourist sites, The Congo is newly opened to the public. The falls are beautiful and a great swimming area surrounded by nature. You do have to purchase a permit 12 hrs in advance online
Congo Falls Park
4220 County Rd 275Unlike other tourist sites, The Congo is newly opened to the public. The falls are beautiful and a great swimming area surrounded by nature. You do have to purchase a permit 12 hrs in advance online
Also known as Martha Falls, the hippie hole is a local favorite swimming hole. The hike starts at the back of Little River falls parking lot, there you will find the trail head that starts your journey, the path is clearly marked, before you reach the Hippie hole you will have several flights of stairs to make it down to the river bed.
Not recommended for young children
The hike on the path can become narrow, ledges, roots exposed, this is not a causal walk in the woods, so bring extra water-especially on hot days.
Warning-Never swim along-just know several rescues happen here every year due to under estimating the power of the river. Even good swimmers can drown. Follow & respect all park warnings and rules, it might save your life.
6 locals recommend
Hippie Hole
Little River Canyon Rim ParkwayAlso known as Martha Falls, the hippie hole is a local favorite swimming hole. The hike starts at the back of Little River falls parking lot, there you will find the trail head that starts your journey, the path is clearly marked, before you reach the Hippie hole you will have several flights of stairs to make it down to the river bed.
Not recommended for young children
The hike on the path can become narrow, ledges, roots exposed, this is not a causal walk in the woods, so bring extra water-especially on hot days.
Warning-Never swim along-just know several rescues happen here every year due to under estimating the power of the river. Even good swimmers can drown. Follow & respect all park warnings and rules, it might save your life.
Randy Owen’s (Of the group Alabama) homestead. He holds his bi annual cattle sales, Fan club concerts and other events out in the barn.
Tennessee River Music
4518 County Road 255Randy Owen’s (Of the group Alabama) homestead. He holds his bi annual cattle sales, Fan club concerts and other events out in the barn.
Alabama fans flock to get their photos taken with the boys that put Fort Payne on the map. Jeff Cook, Randy Owen, Teddy Gentry, & Mark Herndon share their biography at the foot of each statue located just outside the Fort Payne city park.
Alabama Band Statues
Alabama fans flock to get their photos taken with the boys that put Fort Payne on the map. Jeff Cook, Randy Owen, Teddy Gentry, & Mark Herndon share their biography at the foot of each statue located just outside the Fort Payne city park.
You can truly feel the power of the waterfall as it descends 104 feet to the bottom on the canyon, there is a trail that leads to the river below, where you will find spectators along the rocky boulders. During the summer time it’s a favorite swimming hole
38 locals recommend
DeSoto Falls
You can truly feel the power of the waterfall as it descends 104 feet to the bottom on the canyon, there is a trail that leads to the river below, where you will find spectators along the rocky boulders. During the summer time it’s a favorite swimming hole
Brow Park
200-286 N Cool Stgreat place to watch gorgeous sunsets
Cloudland Canyon State Park
122 Cloudland Canyon Park RdBeautiful place to take amazing pictures
Buck's Pocket State Park
393 Co Rd 174Great trails, easy water access
Amazing rock climbing experience, a photographer’s dream , and great hiking area
15 locals recommend
Cherokee Rock Village
2000 County Rd 70Amazing rock climbing experience, a photographer’s dream , and great hiking area
Beautiful park and falls, also has a kiddie Train coming this fall 2024
41 locals recommend
Noccalula Falls Park & Campgrounds
1500 Noccalula RdBeautiful park and falls, also has a kiddie Train coming this fall 2024
Unique things to do
Glass blowing
Create your own masterpiece, this unique shop gives you the opportunity to create your own glass sculpture
19 locals recommend
Orbix Hot Glass
3869 County Rd 275Create your own masterpiece, this unique shop gives you the opportunity to create your own glass sculpture
Let’s hit the slopes at Alabama’s only ski resort. Great place for beginner and intermediate skiing skills.
*Open seasonally, weather permitting
Call to verify hours and operation
15 locals recommend
Cloudmont Ski & Golf Resort
721 Co Rd 614Let’s hit the slopes at Alabama’s only ski resort. Great place for beginner and intermediate skiing skills.
*Open seasonally, weather permitting
Call to verify hours and operation
Are you an adrenaline junky? This is right up your ally, zip-lining, repelling, caving, nature hikes, kayaking they have something for every adventurous spirit.
Which will you dare to do?
11 locals recommend
True Adventure Sports
13102 AL-176Are you an adrenaline junky? This is right up your ally, zip-lining, repelling, caving, nature hikes, kayaking they have something for every adventurous spirit.
Which will you dare to do?
Bring out your inner lumberjack with a friendly competition of throwing axes. You never know who will have the skill to be named top lumberjack
Green Axes, LLC
112 Gault Ave NBring out your inner lumberjack with a friendly competition of throwing axes. You never know who will have the skill to be named top lumberjack
At the Dekalb theater in downtown Fort Payne, where you can find concerts, plays, and other events
Fort Payne Dekalb Theatre
306 Gault Ave NAt the Dekalb theater in downtown Fort Payne, where you can find concerts, plays, and other events
If you have little ones who aren’t yet ready for the river, then check out this place!! Let the kids run free, completely fenced park area with a splash pad just for the little ones. There is several sidewalk trails for evening strolls, several different age range swings, slides and play grounds.
Alabama Walking Park
151 Williams AveIf you have little ones who aren’t yet ready for the river, then check out this place!! Let the kids run free, completely fenced park area with a splash pad just for the little ones. There is several sidewalk trails for evening strolls, several different age range swings, slides and play grounds.
Shady Grove Dude Ranch
3391 County Rd 165Great fishing here in the crappie capital of the world, but also great fishing for stripped bass & small mouth bass
Weiss Lake, Alabama 36075, USA
Great fishing here in the crappie capital of the world, but also great fishing for stripped bass & small mouth bass
Food scene
I love good food!! So here’s a list of some must visits to feed your hunger
Best ice cream ever!! They have more selections of ice cream than I knew ever existed. It is by far the best place to stop in and get a frozen treat, A huge hit with the kids
Parkway Ice Cream
2003 Desoto Pkwy NEBest ice cream ever!! They have more selections of ice cream than I knew ever existed. It is by far the best place to stop in and get a frozen treat, A huge hit with the kids
Best Food on the mountain!! Make sure to call or visit their Facebook page for hours and reservations
49 locals recommend
Wildflower Cafe
6007 AL-117Best Food on the mountain!! Make sure to call or visit their Facebook page for hours and reservations
Great place to get gas, some essential groceries, and a bite to eat
7 locals recommend
Rim of the Canyon Cafe & Grocery
477 AL-35Great place to get gas, some essential groceries, and a bite to eat
F.C. Wiess
212 Gault Ave NGreat food & beer specials, Amazing pie!!
They have Comedy nights, Live music & karaoke.
Santa Fe Cattle Co
305 Ruby Tuesday LnAmazing food, nice atmosphere
A cool place to grab a bite to eat with local artists crafts on display.
31 locals recommend
Mentone Market
5872 AL-117A cool place to grab a bite to eat with local artists crafts on display.
Seabolt's Street Tacos
5172 Alabama 117Who doesn’t love great street tacos
Gather with your friends, family, and co-workers in our relaxing atmosphere, enjoy each other’s company while experiencing our version of southern comfort food.
12 locals recommend
The Hatter Cafe
4277 Alabama 117Gather with your friends, family, and co-workers in our relaxing atmosphere, enjoy each other’s company while experiencing our version of southern comfort food.
Vintage 1889 Cafe
151 8th St NEGreat music and fun atmosphere
Southern Harvest
Great southern cuisine
Lookout Mountain Creamery and Desserts
2612-D Gault Ave NGreatest desserts on the mountain
The Spot
101 Gault Ave NGreat Coffee, sandwiches in a funky moody atmosphere
Shopping
Antique, handcrafted, memorabilia, souvenirs
Great place to purchase exclusive Alabama Band merchandise and souvenirs. Take a stroll through 50 yrs of the greatest country music band in history
14 locals recommend
Alabama Fan Club and Museum
101 Glenn Blvd SWGreat place to purchase exclusive Alabama Band merchandise and souvenirs. Take a stroll through 50 yrs of the greatest country music band in history
This place is loaded with antiques, upcycled, hand painted furniture, & farmhouse decor
Myrtle Jane's
1030 Grand Ave SWThis place is loaded with antiques, upcycled, hand painted furniture, & farmhouse decor
Triple G Tradin post is now open on weekends! The store hours are Saturday 10-5 & Sunday 12-5. Come check out all their vintage pieces from the past and collectibles! they specialize in Antique’s, collectibles, Farmhouse and cabin home furnishings and decor, and vintage accent furniture! Located at 215 county road 649, Mentone Alabama 35984. Just 1 mile behind Mentone Market on left!
215 Co Rd 649
215 County Road 649Triple G Tradin post is now open on weekends! The store hours are Saturday 10-5 & Sunday 12-5. Come check out all their vintage pieces from the past and collectibles! they specialize in Antique’s, collectibles, Farmhouse and cabin home furnishings and decor, and vintage accent furniture! Located at 215 county road 649, Mentone Alabama 35984. Just 1 mile behind Mentone Market on left!
If you are looking for herbs, oils, brews and everything wholesome, it’s here. A Huge line of alternatives for the naturalist
The Cornerstone Market
105 1st StIf you are looking for herbs, oils, brews and everything wholesome, it’s here. A Huge line of alternatives for the naturalist
Bleu River Home Accents & Candle Bar
204 Gault Avenue North
Relics
104 Gault Ave N
Tiger Lily
Gift shop with cool local artist goods, convenience store with nice cafe
31 locals recommend
Mentone Market
5872 AL-117Gift shop with cool local artist goods, convenience store with nice cafe