This is a great place to get outside. I've seen eagles here, big ones. Research the history on the…read moreten islands I have. Ft. Strother and Andrew Jackson are synonymous to the area. Wait... There's a beach. Places to fish. You can put your boat in and use a public restroom. Wait... There a mile walking path through the woods. Keep your eyes open for wildlife. There has been a bear seen in the area about a year ago. Wait... The water is safe for swimming. Low ecoli, sn ideal place to cool off during the hot summer months. Cook out under a covered picnic area. Wait.... I go here all the time for my namaste moments. Lots of people with there little gold finders. Epic place 4 real!

Day use park in Ragland, Al. When we came out here there were tons of cars/people here on a Sunday…read moreafternoon. Several people had used this as a launch point for their boat (boat ramp available). In addition there were some people there to picnic and enjoy the nice day. In addition to that there is swimming, a nature trail as well as fishing. Lot's of parking and some good views of the area if you hike up the hill to the gazebo on the far end of the parking lot area. Also, there are some interesting reads about the historical relevance of this area and the ties it has with General Jackson and Davey Crockett. Google search Ten Islands in Alabama if you'd like to learn more about this cool place.

This is one of the coolest parks I have ever been to! There's a lot of Good trails and great levels…read morefor beginners to expert. There is a famous obstacle called boat ramp that is a very hard obstacle to make it up. You can spend a weekend here and never hit the same trail twice. ROCKSTARGARAGE on YouTube did a great video on the park, check it out.

It's a fun park. Not well kept however. The playground can…read moreuse a paint over. The water area is cool for the kids.

Beautiful lake to take a stroll, feed the wildlife, sit and chat, eat a snow cone or take in a…read morepicnic. No cost to enter and plenty of parking. Stop for a visit!

I visited big Canoe Creek for the first time this last weekend for an easy kayaking trip…read more My friends and I typically go to Coosa River adventures, but I've heard for so many years from friends that big Canoe Creek is really relaxing and a great time and I need to check it out. We were really looking for something a little closer and something a little more low-key and that wouldn't be an all day adventure. Big canoe Creek in Springfield was just that. It was really close to Birmingham and the paddle took about two hours with little to no stops. When we arrived, you park in a field, and then you have to walk a little bit of the way to the outfitter building. Let me tell you, this is not what I expected at all. This was so cute and quaint, and decorated with bistro lights through the trees! I felt like I was so much further away from Birmingham than I was and it really was a true family operation. The mom and son duo quickly got us checked in and told us to get our lifejackets and paddles, and then meet down by the van and we would head off for the put in. At the top where you checked in there was a food cart with fresh baked sourdough items and a sheet to send Venmo or cash app. The mom and daughter make them and it was just such a special touch. You bet that whenever we got back I purchased two things of sourdough. It was so good! You ride in a van to the put in and it was a tight fit, but it was a pretty close drive so it wasn't bad. The creek/paddle itself was so easy and really great for families and beginners. Me and my friends have kayaked a lot but we really wanted something relaxing and this was absolutely perfect. As you walk back to the outfitter from the creek, there are multiple campsites, which is a really cool option if you want a fun weekend trip away. Thank you all for such a great experience. We'll definitely come back!

Had a great time,water a little low ,not their fault staff as always was great, 4th time there,I…read morewould and have recommended it

Nice little park next to the police station. It has a few pavilions, picnic tables and a nice area…read morefor the kids to play in It also has a veterans memorial and a basketball court. All in all, this is anice small town park.

Best place for your first dives. Can get murky as the day progresses with more people but get in…read moreearly and lots to see and do for a quarry dive.

Fun place to dive and run by good people who appreciate your business. There are many things to…read moresee throughout the quarry along with several different types of fish. Good for beginners and advanced divers.

I went with my Neese's it was absolutely fine and we're actually going back today no Problems at allread more

I love this course, small but challenging. It's well maintained and always in great shape! I play…read morehere 2-3 times per week weather and work permitting!