MONTGOMERY – Kick off 2026 with fresh air and a sense of adventure while enjoying some of Alabama’s most scenic views by participating in a First Day Hike at an Alabama […]

FLORENCE — Accessibility is a key initiative spreading throughout the region with a focus on the outdoors at Alabama State Parks, where a recent donation expanded the possibilities for those […]

ROGERSVILLE – A new state-of-the-art, accessible playground will be built at Joe Wheeler State Park in Rogersville, adding anamenity to one of the Tennessee Valley’s most popular parks. The playground will […]

TUSCUMBIA — What do you do after you plan a trip to north Alabama to get in the fall crappie bite and you’re greeted with bluebird skies the day after […]

When I think about fall in Alabama, I do not just think about the cooler mornings or the changing leaves. I think about the way the season feels. One of […]

Educators expanded their education this summer in a rather unusual class setting – Alabama State Parks. The Teacher-Educator Workshop Adventures series took 25 educators on a first-come basis to visit […]

GUNTERSVILLE — Most people are aware of the stunning natural beauty, the hiking and biking trails and upgraded accommodations at Alabama State Parks, but some Alabamians and visitors may not […]

MONTGOMERY – Spring breakers often flock to beaches along the Alabama Gulf Coast in search of sand and sun, landing them on the sugar-white beaches at Gulf State Park in […]

GUNTERSVILLE — The holidays are here and it’s time to celebrate at Alabama’s state parks. From enjoying holiday treats while waiting for pictures with Santa to making Christmas decor, prepare […]

FORT PAYNE — North Alabama is beautiful throughout the year, but especially in the fall. As the greens of summer surrender to glittering yellow poplars, scarlet dogwoods, orange maples and […]

ROGERSVILLE — When about 100 first graders from Brooks Elementary School in Lauderdale County excitedly stepped off three yellow school buses for an educational program at Joe Wheeler State Park […]

ROGERSVILLE – Officials with the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Alabama Department of Environmental Management cut a ceremonial ribbon Friday for resurfaced roads at Joe Wheeler State […]

HUNTSVILLE – It won’t be long before the green summer forests give way to fall foliage featuring shades of yellow, gold, orange, scarlet and crimson. The Alabama State Parks System […]

DECATUR – Hospitality workers from the Lauderdale County lodging industry completed the Flawless Delivery customer service training program last month. Offered by the Alabama Mountain Lakes Tourist Association, the program […]