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 […]

GUNTERSVILLE — An overflow crowd is expected to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Eagle Awareness Weekends at Lake Guntersville State Park in January, and no one will be more excited about […]

MONTGOMERY – The nomination process for the 10th annual Eagle Awards has now opened for the prestigious program that recognizes noteworthy contributions to Alabama State Parks. The Alabama State Parks Division […]

GUNTERSVILLE – A new kayak launch at Lake Guntersville State Park will make it easier for campers to ply the waters of the lake. “We are excited to have expanded […]

GUNTERSVILLE – Let’s do launch! Today, kayakers at Lake Guntersville State Park will be able to hit the water from a new location. A ceremonial ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremony is […]

DECATUR – As the school year concludes, families are seeking engaging and enriching activities to fill the summer months. From enriching camps to vibrant festivals and outdoor adventures, the North […]

BIRMINGHAM – Alabama’s outdoor recreation industry is an economic engine, supporting more than 65,000 jobs and generating some $3 billion in wages and salaries. To support those numbers, Innovate Alabama […]

MONTGOMERY – Chad Davis began working as a seasonal employee for Alabama State Parks as a 19-year-old college student at Joe Wheeler State Park in Rogersville. More than 20 years later, Davis is […]

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 — When the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies staff scheduled their annual Wildlife Diversity Program Managers Meeting at Lake Guntersville State Park, they didn’t realize the potential distraction just […]

GUNTERSVILLE – A Huntsville Eagle Scout and two North Alabama lawmakers were among those honored by Alabama State Parks as Eagle Award winners The Eagle Awards, sponsored by the Alabama […]

GUNTERSVILLE — Witness the awe-inspiring beauty of America’s symbol this winter at Lake Guntersville State Park. The much-anticipated Eagle Awareness Weekends are set to return in late January and early […]

MONTGOMERY – The Alabama State Parks Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has begun accepting applications for its prestigious Eagle Awards, which recognize special contributors to the 21 […]

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 […]

DECATUR – North Alabama is for the birds. Well, actually, the area is for birding. And to help celebrate our feathered friends during the Alabama Tourism Department’s Year of Birding, […]

GUNTERSVILLE – Officials unveiled and cut a ceremonial ribbon to dedicate Lake Guntersville State Park’s newest feature, a picturesque eagle statue at the park’s lodge.  The statue, created by artist […]

GUNTERSVILLE – America’s national symbol will be celebrated at the Eagle Awareness Weekends in Lake Guntersville State Park. The 38th annual event runs weekends from Jan. 19 through Feb. 4. Visitors […]

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 […]

GUNTERSVILLE — America’s national symbol, the bald eagle, will be celebrated in January and February when Lake Guntersville State Park hosts Eagle Awareness Weekends. The annual event gives wildlife enthusiasts […]