Auburn, Alabama
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Auburn
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Dadeville, Alabama
Hike the Deadening Alpine Trail
3.6 mi / 580 ft gainThe Deadening Alpine Trail, that name just reeks of adventure. It is about half way between Birmingham to the north, and Montgomery to the south, (The Deadening Alpine Trailhead, 354 Long Branch Dr. Dadeville, AL 36853). It runs through an isolated area on Lake Martin, which is a popular playgrou...Read more -
Jacksons' Gap, Alabama
Smith Mountain Fire Tower (Lake Martin)
4.40.8 mi / 215 ft gainThe Smith Mountain Fire Tower is the perfect location to get a glimpse of the vastness of one of the largest man made lakes in the United States. From the parking lot, the stroll up to the base of the fire tower follows a steep pathway for about a half mile. The hike is very easy to follow and th...Read more -
Pine Mountain, Georgia
Hike and Camp the Big Poplar Loop , F.D. Roosevelt SP
5.07.8 miWe camped a few nights in the F.D. Roosevelt campground in our Airstream before setting out for two nights in the backcountry. Our first stop was at the Visitor Center to talk with the ranger and plan our route. Some of the campsites are limited and must be reserved in advance with the ranger, so...Read more -
Wetumpka, Alabama
Hike Swayback Bridge Trail
4.6 mi / 272 ft gainJust 15 miles and 20 minutes north of central Alabama’s capital city, Montgomery. You will usually meet someone, but rarely find Swayback Bridge area crowded. It is a classic compact hiking and biking trail in central Alabama. Designed as a single track biking trail system bikers and hikers mingl...Read more -
Wetumpka, Alabama
Fishing Trail in Jordan Dam
2 mi / 99 ft gainThis is an iconic spot in central Alabama. It is below the great fishing lake Jordan, and above the most common entry for the Coosa River kayaking adventure. Approximately a one mile hike from the dam to the boat launch. However, the rock formations you have to cross are not for the faint of hea...Read more -
Wetumpka, Alabama
Fort Toulouse & Fort Jackson
Historic Fort Toulouse and Fort Jackson feature views where the Coosa and Tallapoosa Rivers meet along the William Bartram Loop walking trail. At this historic site, you can see a Native American burial mound and a small cemetery. Additionally, there is a hiking tour that takes you through the ...Read more -
Lumpkin, Georgia
Canyon Loop
4.42.15 mi / 236 ft gainMiniscule compared to the Grand Canyon, this vibrant-colored canyon offers a unique adventure unlike any other in Georgia. The most popular way to explore the canyon is through the 4.8 mile Canyon Loop Trail in the Providence Canyon Outdoor Recreation Area. ($5 for parking) The White Blaze Canyo...Read more