It’s no secret that Alabama is such a great place for hiking. In fact, some of the nation’s best trails are located right here in the Yellowhammer State. What makes our trails extra special is the amount of beautiful natural scenery. One of Alabama’s most scenic trails is the Cutchenmine Trail, which you can learn all about below.
The Cutchenmine Trail is located within Lake Guntersville State Park near Guntersville, Alabama.
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Situated off Alabama Highway 227, this out-and-back trail has a distance of 4.4 miles.
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The Cutchenmine Trail follows an old coal mine road along Short Creek. Even though there are a few minor inclines along the way, this trail, which has an easy level of difficulty, is a great hiking destination for the entire family.
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While exploring the Cutchenmine Trail, you’ll encounter many beautiful pieces of nature, including colorful wildflowers.
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You’ll also come across some pretty unusual rock formations, including this one where a tree has grown into it.
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The Cutchenmine Trail leads to a babbling brook, which will eventually flow into…
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…Lake Guntersville, Alabama’s largest lake.
alltrails/Miranda Tinker To find out what else Lake Guntersville State Park offers, you can take a look at the Alabama State Parks website.
Do you and your family have a favorite Alabama trail you enjoy exploring? If so, please share it with us in the comments section along with any of your other favorite family-friendly activities.
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To find out what else Lake Guntersville State Park offers, you can take a look at the Alabama State Parks website.
For more information about Lake Guntersville State Park and Lake Guntersville, be sure to take a look at the following article: This Alabama Lake Was Recently Named The Best Place To Spend A Weekend. Find out why it makes such a wonderful weekend trip destination.
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Address: Lake Guntersville State Park, 1155 Lodge Dr, Guntersville, AL 35976, USA
