The Coon Dog Cemetery in Cherokee, Alabama was started in 1937 and is one of those strange and quirky oddities that I love coming across in my travels. To get to the Coon Dog Cemetery, you turn off of the highway and drive approximately twenty minutes through empty, lonely roads before reaching this unique cemetery for coon dogs. As I said, the road is extremely desolate. Like the kind of desolation that hits somewhere deep in your soul. Eventually, I came to the cemetery and walked amongst the graves. Some of the graves had professional headstones, but many were handmade and some were simply two pieces of wood nailed together. Another part I found touching was that many of the graves had the collar attached to it. The place somehow reminded me of the Stephen King novel "Pet Semetery." As i said, I love finding these unique places read more

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For the casual viewer or passerby this cemetery dedicated to the burial of coon dogs might seem to be an oddity. But for those who love and cherish these wonderful hounds, and all they do for their owners during their lifetime, this place is a special way to say thanks to those coon dogs now departed from this earth. The cemeteries interesting place to visit even for just a few minutes. If you're in the area under curious go and enjoy. read more

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If you are in the area- the cemetery is a must. This is the only one in all the world. The first dog buried here was Troop back in 1937. His marker is still here- his info is chiseled in an old chimney. Many other markers are not legible anymore. This is still an active cemetery. Only coins may be buried here- with permission. Several burials had the collar and tags from their beloved dogs. There is a guest book to sign. Looks like most people who come are local. We didn't see any other California people. read more

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Very interesting Cemetery, full of history and unique tombstones. Just down the road from the rattlesnake saloon, it is definitely worth visiting read more

It's different, it small and down a very long winding road but how many people can say they have been to a coon dog cemetery. If your close but not worth going out of your way. read more

What a cool place. Stopped by here before fishing Wilson Lake and being the dog lover I am, I got a little knot in my throat after looking at the head stones and dog collars. Only actual coon dogs are allowed to be buried here. When the founder of the cemetery was asked why by a reporter from California, he stated, "You must not know much about coon hunters and their dogs, if you think we would contaminate this burial place with poodles and lap dogs," LOVE it. Get directions from the website. It's about a 20 minute ride from hwy 72 to get there and there are plenty of signs to guide you along the way so you won't get lost. Coon Dog Cemetery Rd is very windy/twisty and absolutely lovely during the fall. Plus, it's the only one of its kind in the world! read more

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I'm a big pupper lover. I don't have any pups but the lab next door obviously loves me and my husband so much that it will make you cry. I have visited this cemetery before and I'm so impressed. I'll be visiting again next week and I'm bringing painted rocks to put on the least decorated Graves. I'm bringing a friend that loves pups as well but has never been there. Can't wait to see her reaction.​ read more

The cemetery is a bit over five miles off the highway but the road is paved and the ride is enjoyable. The grounds of the Coon Dog Cemetery are nice and the grass kept neat. There are picnic tables, a small pavilion, guest register and outdoor toilets for visitors to use. read more

Coon Dog Cemetery - Headstone marking the grave of Trooper, the first buried here. Nice, quiet place. As dog lovers, we recommend it. - Funeral Services & Cemeteries Near Me - Cherokee, Alabama

Rest In Peace Rover! I have never really cared about going to cemeteries and should have realized that I would like a dog cemetery even less. I don't think the long country drive was worth the reward of getting to see Rover's final resting place. I know they like there dogs so I would say, just let them rest in peace. read more

Since we don't own any pets, I didn't know what to expect at a dog cemetery, but my first impression was that this is very sweet. I am so glad we drove out here to visit....and it is a hike...about 12 miles down Hwy 247 and another 5 miles on Coon Dog Cemetery Road. But it was well worth the trip - highly recommend. Seeing the memorial to Troop is worth the trip but there are about 200+ other great coon hounds buried in this little piece of heaven on earth! We wanted to stay longer but it started to rain, so said our goodbyes and headed out. read more

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If you go and it is worth getting off the expressway, go to the museum as well. They are not together. This is a beautiful place where these dedicated companions were laid to rest. I love the markers and reading all the dog names the cemetery is free read more

Coon Dog Cemetery - Funeral Services & Cemeteries Near Me - Cherokee, Alabama

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