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OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Experience your next adventure at Lake Guntersville

Experience your next adventure at Lake Guntersville. The Lake is home to 69,000 acres of water and outdoor activities including hiking, paddling, zip lining, golfing and so much more. The Lake Guntersville area is home to three state parks including: Lake Guntersville State Park, Cathedral Caverns State Park and Buck’s Pocket State Park. Experience Sand Mountain Park in Albertville for concerts, disc golf and a state of the art water park.

LIVE LIFE ON THE EDGE

Just a few miles from the lake’s shoreline, you can experience the new ORV (Off-Road Vehicles) trail at Buck’s Pocket State Park. It’s fast and it’s gritty. Not your momma’s choice for Sunday afternoon fun, but we promise you’ll come back for seconds.

Miles of trail, some challenging, some peaceful. Grab your boots or your wheels and head to the lake. With over 30 miles to choose from, your options are open and the views are spectacular.

Click here to Download the ultimate outdoors guide for trails and other activities in Marshall County.

Is there a thrill seeker hiding inside you?  A visit to Screaming Eagle Ziplines at Lake Guntersville State Park is just what you need. View the lake from 190 feet in the air as you zip through the treelines. This course features 10 zips and 7 super zips guaranteed to make your heart pound.

Lush fairways and mountain views are what you can expect if you venture onto the greens near the lake. Golfers will find the scenery as majestic as the courses are challenging, although you don’t have to be a pro to find your fit.

Download information about the courses in Marshall County.

Sand Mountain Park & Amphitheater offers the perfect break from the lake. Cruise down the lazy river or plunge into the pool from two waterslides. Play a game or two. Catch a concert. This 130-acre park offers a little something for every member of the family.

Explore scenic state parks

Cathedral Caverns State Park

Cathedral Caverns makes a lasting impression as you enter the 126-foot wide, 25-foot-high entrance and descend into the natural cave. Experience the beauty of stalagmite formations, a frozen waterfall and the peaceful sounds of Mystery River. Guided tours are wheelchair accessible and are offered daily.

Lake Guntersville State Park

Lake Guntersville State Park boasts over 6,000 acres of natural woodlands and overlooks 69,000-acre Lake Guntersville. The park has an 18-hole championship golf course, a beach complex, zip lines, fishing center, boat rentals, hiking trails, nature programs and a modern campground. Lake Guntersville State Park’s Eagle Awareness Program is an annual favorite in January and February. 

 

Buck’s Pocket State Park

Buck’s Pocket State Park is 2,000-acres of secluded land tucked into a natural pocket of the Appalachian Mountains in northeast Alabama and features a campground, a new ORV trail and some of the best whitewater around. Kayakers and adventure enthusiasts come for the challenges offered both on land and water. The breathtaking views from the scenic overlook provide the perfect selfie spot.