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Our Happy Place: Celebrating National Travel & Tourism Week

Posted in Accommodations, Entertainment, On the Lake, Outdoors, Restaurants, Uncategorized.

Dig deep. Think of that smell, sound or sight that makes you happy. We hope that maybe one of those is here in Marshall County, Alabama. It could be seeing jet skis gliding on Lake Guntersville, the smell of a fresh wood fired pizza at Jules J. Berta Winery. Or maybe it’s the laughter of people at any of our fabulous festivals. We think that...

Discover the Hambrick Bat Cave by Kayak

Posted in Blog, On the Lake, Outdoors.

The Hambrick Bat Cave is a once in a lifetime experience if you want to really #explorelakeguntersville. Thousands of bats emerge at sunset just below the Guntersville Dam giving viewers a chance to see this endangered species. What is the Hambrick Bat Cave? Gray bats emerging from the Hambrick Bat Cave on Lake Guntersville. Video taken...

Why You Need to Visit the Arab Historic Village

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Step back in time at the Arab Historic Village. It is filled with history and artifacts of the early 1900s. History buffs and visitors alike will enjoy taking a walk through this village nestled by the Arab City Park. There are several buildings that each represent stores, homes, churches and more just like the old days. They even have special events...

5 Ways to Spend Spring Break at Lake Guntersville

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Whether you want a week-long getaway or a short overnight stay, we have fun things for you and your family to do this Spring Break. Head inside a cave! Cathedral Caverns State Park is remarkable treasure we are happy to call ours in Marshall County, Alabama. This cave once housed Native...

Spend Valentine’s Day at Alabama’s Great Natural Attraction

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Looking for a quick getaway with your significant other? Or maybe you need the ultimate girl’s trip. The Lake Guntersville area has everything you need to spend your Valentine’s Day right this year! Book a Room From hotels to camping to vacation rentals, there is a place to stay perfect for you with views of the lake that are dreamy...

Conquer Your Fear at Eagle Awareness

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Do you have ornithophobia (a fear of birds)? Our President, Katy, does too, but that didn’t stop her from enjoying Lake Guntersville State Park’s Eagle Awareness! Looking for prey. Photo by Terry Shell While birds are some of God’s most beautiful creatures, they tend to dislike me. I am unsure why but after years of dive bombs,...

Check Out What Is Happening When You’re in Town

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Stop by to see our new Visitor Center! We are located at 1601 Gunter Avenue in Guntersville, and we will be open from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Untitled-1 Untitled-1 Downtown-Arab2-blog City-Harbor-aerial Events Happening: Catch Trace Adkins live at Sand Mountain Amp tonight! You...

6 Reasons to Visit the Lake Guntersville Area this Christmas

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Featured image by Ron Atchison Christmas in Marshall County, Alabama is a magical time. From stunning Christmas lights to shopping local crafts, you can enjoy a weekend well spent this Christmas season in the Lake Guntersville area. The activities are plentiful, and you and your family will leave with memories that will last a lifetime. Christmas...

Spend Thanksgiving Break at Lake Guntersville State Park

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Looking to spend your Thanksgiving Break a little different this year? Well, Lake Guntersville State Park should definitely be on your radar! With specials, Thanksgiving dinner and outdoor activities galore, you will make the most perfect memories spending time with your family (or friends!) exploring Lake Guntersville...

6 Reasons Why You Should Visit Lake Guntersville this Fall

Posted in Blog, Entertainment, On the Lake, Outdoors.

The Lake Guntersville, Alabama area is a hot spot in the summer filled with lake activities galore. But Lake Guntersville in the Fall should definitely be on your bucket list! From pumpkin patches to Fall colors to hiking in the cooler weather, there is something for everyone this Fall. 1. Cornutt Farms Sunflower Fields at Cornutt Farms Cornutt...