Northwest Alabama Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The current made a spectacular swirl in the water during the long exposure shot #BVS100K #Waterfall #explore #travel #outdoors #alabama #hike #water #river #autumn #landscapes
The current made a spectacular swirl in the water during the long exposure shot #BVS100K #Waterfall #explore #travel #outdoors #alabama #hike #water #river #autumn #landscapes
It is a really short trail of about one mile (one way) to the waterfall.
Footbridge.
Kayaking down Bear Creek

Where to stay in Northwest Alabama

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East Florence

If you're spending some time in East Florence, Wilson Lake and Tennessee River are top sights worth seeing.

East Florence
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Wheeler

While there might not be top attractions in Wheeler, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pond Spring and Courtland Heritage Museum.

Wheeler
The ColdWater Inn

The ColdWater Inn

3.5 out of 5
712 Hwy 72 W Tuscumbia AL
The price is 2.104.387 ₫ per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
2.104.387 ₫
2.335.871 ₫ total
20 Jan - 21 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tuscumbia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (674 reviews)
The property is EXACTLY as pictured online. The staff was very friendly. They went above and beyond to ensure that our stay went well. My companion was recovering from knee surgery, do they already had a handicap room ready when we arrived. Barbara was great. I really enjoyed chatting with her at ...

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

The ColdWater Inn
The Stricklin Hotel

The Stricklin Hotel

3.5 out of 5
317 N Court St Florence AL
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florence. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (811 reviews)
Parking was simply

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

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The Stricklin Hotel
Days Inn by Wyndham Muscle Shoals Florence

Days Inn by Wyndham Muscle Shoals Florence

2 out of 5
2701 Woodward Ave Muscle Shoals AL
The price is 1.743.410 ₫ per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
1.743.410 ₫
1.935.185 ₫ total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Muscle Shoals. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
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Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Muscle Shoals Florence
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Florence Family Home w/ Dog-friendly Yard

Florence Family Home w/ Dog-friendly Yard

3 out of 5
Florence AL
Stay at this cottage in Florence. Enjoy a marina and air conditioning. Popular attractions Regency Square Mall and Blackberry Trail Golf Course are located ...
Florence Family Home w/ Dog-friendly Yard
Muscle Shoals Home < 3 Mi to Recording Studios!

Muscle Shoals Home < 3 Mi to Recording Studios!

3 out of 5
Muscle Shoals AL
Stay at this cottage in Muscle Shoals. Enjoy free parking, a marina and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Fame Recording Studios and Nature Trails Trailhead ...
Muscle Shoals Home < 3 Mi to Recording Studios!
stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier

stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier

4 out of 5
26800 Success Dr SW Madison AL
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Madison. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Wheeler National Wildlife ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (247 reviews)
Nice to have a real kitchen, cookware and dishwasher! Poinsettia was very helpful and welcoming. All this and pet friendly.Would stay here again.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

stayAPT Suites Madison-Greenbrier
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Popular places to visit

Waterfall at Dismals Canyon.

Dismals Canyon

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Dismals Canyon during your travels in Phil Campbell. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Dismals Canyon
This historic park dates back to the early 1800s when then first settlers to the area arrived. It features the what is said is the worlds largest man made waterfall and a fountain dedicated to Princess Im-Mi-Ah-Key wife of Chickasaw Indian chief Tuscumbia for whom the town is named. Oka Kapassa is a special Native American gathering that is held here and is dedicated to celebrating the culture and traditions of American Indians who once thrived in Alabama. The gathering is a coming home of sorts for the tribes that were forcibly removed from their homes in the Southeast. There's also a stature that reflects the Indians forced March to the west called "Sacred Tears, The Exit to the West."

Spring Park

Explore the great outdoors at Spring Park, a lovely green space in Tuscumbia. Take in the live music in this walkable area.

Spring Park

University of North Alabama

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of North Alabama during your trip to Florence. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

University of North Alabama

Shoals Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Muscle Shoals at Shoals Golf Club. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

Shoals Golf Club

North Alabama Medical Center

If North Alabama Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Florence.

North Alabama Medical Center

Muscle Shoals Sound Studios

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Muscle Shoals Sound Studios during your trip to Sheffield. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

Muscle Shoals Sound Studios

Cities near Northwest Alabama

This historic park dates back to the early 1800s when then first settlers to the area arrived. It features the what is said is the worlds largest man made waterfall and a fountain dedicated to Princess Im-Mi-Ah-Key wife of Chickasaw Indian chief Tuscumbia for whom the town is named. Oka Kapassa is a special Native American gathering that is held here and is dedicated to celebrating the culture and traditions of American Indians who once thrived in Alabama. The gathering is a coming home of sorts for the tribes that were forcibly removed from their homes in the Southeast. There's also a stature that reflects the Indians forced March to the west called "Sacred Tears, The Exit to the West."

Tuscumbia

Nothing I "discovered". Just thought y'all would enjoy the sunrise on the lake where we live.

Russellville

Nestled in the Bankhead National Forest, Pine Torch was built in 1850. Made from poplar logs with oak shingles and a tin roof, it's the perfect example of a log building from that era. It served as both church and school for the area. Nondenominational services are held every Sunday still. Pine Torch is part of the Hallelujah Trail of North Alabama which is a collection of churches over 100 years in age, still residing in the original church site and still holding services today. What a great view back in time prior to electric services for light and heat. You can smell the "oldness" in this one room structure.

Moulton

#abandoned Funny how you drive along and all of a sudden there's an old vehicle just left where it last stopped. Love anything old.

Town Creek