Jacksons' Gap, Alabama
Top Spots in and near Jacksons' Gap
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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 -
Dadeville, Alabama
Cliff Jump at Acapulco Rock (Chimney Rock)
5.0Acapulco Rock is a great spot for cliff jumping for all ages. There are plenty of spots to jump from varying heights. Acapulco Rock (also referred to as Chimney Rock) is accessible only by water. Following the pin provided will lead you straight to the rock.In summer, you can expect a good crowd ...Read more -
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 -
Auburn, Alabama
Mountain Bike in Chewacla SP
5.027 mi / 1000 ft gainFew places in the southeast have as wide a range of mountain biking as CSP, which includes standard XC trails, a well groomed and extensive dirt jump area, flow trails, and a wicked feature area complete with a massive wall ride and Oregon-downhill-style 2x4 ramp features. Everything is ridable o...Read more -
Sylacauga, Alabama
Fish Little Lake Willis
2.04 mi / 100 ft gainLittle Lake Willis in the Talladega National Forest is lost in time. It was built in 1954. This place has few visitors. It is a stream fed 22-acre lake. Lost in the forest. Great fishing hole (bass, bream, and catfish) in a narrow southern Appalachian valley. No motorized boats permitted. It is ...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 -
Sylacauga, Alabama
Hike to the Flagg Mountain Tower and Cabins
4 mi / 400 ft gainFlagg Mountain lookout tower and the cabins are inside the Weogufka State Forest. The state forest also has around 4 miles of hiking trails plus the entire Coosa WMA trails. The cabins and tower were built by the CCC to be part of a state park that was never finished, but the Alabama Forestry Com...Read more -
Wetumpka, Alabama
Kayak the Coosa River in Central Alabama’s River Region
Fun kayaking in central Alabama about 20 minutes north of Montgomery. There are several places to rent kayaks locally costing around $25 for a good sit on top. The journey starts below Walter Bouldin Dam and finishes around Wetumpka Alabama. That makes the trip about seven miles. The Dam relea...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 -
Lineville, Alabama
Hike the Pin-Chin-Sky Loop Trail
5.017.7 mi / 3149 ft gainThis 17.7 mile loop trail is actually the combination of three separate trails, the Chinabee Silent Trail, the Skyway Loop Trail, and a piece of the Pinhoti Trail. There are several places on the trail that are near vertical and are demanding, especially on the Pinhoti. Primitive campsites are lo...Read more -
Lineville, Alabama
Chinnabee Silent Trail to Cheaha Falls
1.98 mi / 210 ft gainThe valley at the base of Mount Cheaha is home to several picturesque waterfalls flowing out of Cheaha Lake. Many of these small waterfalls are accessible on the Chinnabee Silent Trail, including Cheaha Falls. Following SR 281 further down the mountain from the park offices, you’ll come to the ...Read more -
Lineville, Alabama
Hike Lake Chinnabee to Devil's Den Falls
1 mi / 120 ft gainDevil's Den Falls is a beautiful waterfall in Cheaha State Park. This is a state park within Talladega National Forest. The easiest access is from Lake Chinnabee which is about one mile round trip from the parking area. It can also be accessed from Turnipseed campground, but that is about six mil...Read more -
Delta, Alabama
McDill Point via Cheaha Trailhead
4.66.78 mi / 1024 ft gainStart hiking at Cheaha Trailhead, located at the far end of a parking area just before you get to Cheaha State Park on Highway 281. Follow the Cave Creek Trail until you reach the Pinhoti connector, and hang a right to take the Pinhoti Trail northbound. Look for a sign that points to McDill overl...Read more -
Delta, Alabama
Cave Creek/Pinhoti Trail Loop
6.78 mi / 1024 ft gainThe Cave Creek Trail is a very comfortable, three-mile trail with some amazing views and relatively little elevation gain. At roughly two miles along the trail, you’ll come to a rocky overlook facing the south. This area provides a nice place to stop and rest or even eat a nice picnic lunch. Roug...Read more -
Delta, Alabama
Hike to Pulpit Rock
5.02 mi / 100 ft gainAtop a rocky perch on the side of Mt. Cheaha (the highest point in Alabama), you'll have a breathtaking view and ample opportunities for photography. The trail to Pulpit Rock in Cheaha State Park, near Anniston, AL is a mere mile. The terrain is not too challenging, but it is a bit steep on the w...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Jacksons' Gap
Lanett, Alabama
Amity
Overview
Amity Campground is a waterfront facility on the western shore of West Point Lake, which spans parts of Alabama and Georgia. Thi...
LaGrange, Georgia
Whitetail Ridge
Overview
Whitetail Ridge Campground is a waterfront facility on the western shore of West Point Lake, which spans parts of Alabama and Ge...
LaGrange, Georgia
R Shaefer Heard
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R. Shaefer Heard Campground is a waterfront facility on the southern shore of West Point Lake, which spans parts of Alabama and ...
LaGrange, Georgia
Holiday
Overview
Holiday Campground is a waterfront facility on the western shore of West Point Lake, which spans parts of Alabama and Georgia. T...