This is a river float that can last all day if you plan your stops out right great place to hangout…read morewith friends and stay cool although not very kid friendly

Excellent trip on the scenic Cahaba River! Charles Williams has always done a great job in hosting…read morepeople from all over.

Beautiful trail in a scenic setting. There are some moderate hills, but nothing too tough. There…read moreare several tunnels under roadways that allow for a continuous path. I cycled the trail from end to end and absolutely loved it!

So happy we found this trail. It's my new favorite! The directions on Yelp will take you right to…read morethe parking area. From there you walk on the sidewalk till you get to where the trail goes off to the right and down the hill. The trail is wide and flat and paved. On this particular day, we saw walkers with and without dogs and joggers and someone with a stroller. Very shady through a lot but not all of it. Benches here and there to take a break. A few cool tunnels to walk through that the kiddos will love. Round trip from the parking area was 3 miles. Can't wait to come back. The dogs loved it!

Ruffner Mountain was a great stop during our four‑day girls hiking trip in Alabama. Since we…read moreplanned to tackle a big 23‑mile hike the following day, we decided not to hike the entire park and instead kept it to about three miles. Even with a shorter hike, we were still able to experience and enjoy the park and its trails. My favorite part was Cambrian Overlook. Even though I'm scared of heights, I knew I had to push myself to the edge of the cliff to take in the view--and I'm so glad I did. The scenery was absolutely gorgeous and worth every bit of bravery it took to snap a photo. If I find myself back in the area, I would definitely be open to returning and exploring more of what the park has to offer. It's a beautiful spot and a great option for hikers of all levels.

Ample parking close by trail ($5; can pay by Park Mobile app). The there multiple trails to choose…read morefrom that are well marked and well maintained. There are restrooms on site.

We love Orr Park!! It's a great place to go see famous Tinglewood art. The river running through is…read moreclean and beautiful. Nice walking trails and clean bathrooms.

This is such a beautiful park! I recently heard about the faces carved into the trees and decided…read moreto check this wonder out. First, I don't live in this town but this park kept popping up on my feed as an uncommon wonder in Alabama, only 45 minutes from my house...how did I not know this?! Anyways, I took a nice ride to the town of Montevallo. Immediately, I saw families playing in the water, walking their dogs, sitting on the colorful swings, fishing and playing volleyball. What a great park to play, exercise and just enjoy yourself. There are plenty of benches and tables to sit, eat a meal, play board games, cards and/or relax and watch the flowing water or the bubbling waterfall. Now, let's get to the wonder of these tree carvings. Each tree is a unique piece of art. I can only imagine what goes through the minds of children as they walk through and see the faces and creatures that are so pronounced in these carvings...the stories that are formed in their little minds. Such a place to stretch your imagination! Anyone living in the area should definitely check out this park. I can only imagine the fun that takes place on this beautiful property.

Well well well. Finally made it to the Vulcan walking trail. This trail did not disappoint. I was…read moresurprised at the number of people on the trail, but all seemed pleasant. I thought that it was interesting that the apartments below the trail had stairs leading up to the trail. Nice benefit to living in the area. I noticed a few of the residents heading up and down the trail with their dogs. Yes, this is a pet friendly trail with waste bins along the trail. The trail seems well maintained without being manicured. The overgrowth of brush is seen along the path without impeding the trail. The views over the city is great when walking, running or walking is nice. Great trail for bike riding, leisurely walks or increased cardio workouts. Bring your kids, pets and or family to capture some city views and get in a good workout. I will be back, definitely wearing a hat! The sun is bright up there!!

I'm a recent transplant to Alabama and have been wanting to check out the Vulcan Trail. It's paved…read moreand flat (or at least the one mile i walked up and back was). I saw several people walking along, a couple joggers and one person with a dog. Everyone was polite and respectful. I did have a gentleman stop and warn me about a man that was up the trail a bit that could potentially be troublesome or make me uneasy. I really appreciated him warning me and telling me to be safe. Aside from that, I had no concerns walking the trail alone. I took in all the beautiful city views and the random flowers along the way. I do wish it was kept up a bit better, however. There are downed trees that have been cut but not cleared, a trash can fallen over, etc It's a great place to get some movement in and take in the views!

Nice park. It has a dog park, a couple of playgrounds for the kids, a great place to walk…read more Bathrooms are available near both playgrounds. Plus there are playing fields for area teams to play sporting events. Handicap accessible.

Veteran's Park in Alabaster is such a great outdoors venue!…read more I use the walking track around the park as often as I can. The park is a large, multi-use area with trails, playgrounds, and a dog park, with amenities like pavilions, restrooms, and concessions. It hosts baseball/softball tournaments, has a skatepark, disc golf, pickleball courts, and a memorial area with inscribed bricks for veterans. The park is ADA accessible and offers activities for all ages, including fishing in its ponds. There's so much here, I haven't yet explored all of it! One drawback is goose droppings around the walking trails so walk/run carefully! Altogether I can bear with all that as long as I get to share the park with the Canadian Geese!

I have always been a big fan of Lakeshore Trail since my now 20+ year olds were little. The trail…read moreis long and paved and perfect for bikers, walkers, and families with young kids. Shades Creek runs along the side of the trail, so it is pretty. Along the way, there are plenty of entrances and parking lots, but because of the large, beautiful trees, the concrete and asphalt are hidden from the trail, and there is a lot of shade. My only wish is that, because of the distance of the trail, that they would put a few port a potties along the way.

I come out here a lot!! It is very shaded and the miles were marked to help you keep up! As a…read morewoman, I feel completely safe coming out here alone. There are always lots of people out! If you are looking for a safe, long walking trial then this is it!

Professional horse care ! 80 acres of peace. Solid barn made of concrete, stays cool in the summer…read moreand warm in the winter. Pastures are lush with generally two horses in each, so they are not over grazed. Large stalls, huge outdoor arena with professional dressage arena, round pen and lots of safe unobstructed trails. Family lives on site so horses are monitored 24/7. If you want the best care for your horse this is the place.

Well it is clear the owners live for the care of the horses, there are currently 8 horses between…read more20 and 35 that are in excellent shape. The 20 stall barn is concrete and safe during storms, large clean stalls with plenty of fresh sawdust, water troughs are always clean. huge safe pastures with only 2 horses per pasture,. There are lovely maintained trails, through woods and across fields with wonderful wildlife and flowers to see. After 3 years I would not think of moving my two horses , by far the best barn in Shelby County and only 15 mins from Chelsea.