The charming and eclectic Wiregrass region of Alabama is named for the native Aristida stricta, known as “wiregrass” due to its texture. Dothan is the heart of the area and claims the title "Peanut Capital of the World." The town is also home to the the world's smallest city block, colorful murals depicting the area's musical history, a collection of kooky peanut statues and the Wiregrass Museum of Art. Nearby Enterprise is famous for its Boll Weevil Monument and extensive U.S. Army Aviation Museum.
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What To See & Do
U.S. Army Aviation Museum
See the largest collection of military airplanes and helicopters in the United States and check out extensive U.S. Army archives.
Highland Oaks on the RTJ Golf Trail
The gently rolling terrain at Highland Oaks in Dothan features numerous creeks, wetlands, tall pines and beautiful oaks.
Boll Weevil Monument
The world's only monument to a pest was erected in 1915 after two-thirds of the area's cotton was destroyed by the insect.
Landmark Park
The natural and cultural heritage of the Wiregrass abounds at this park with an 1890s farmstead, planetarium, trails and more.
George Washington Carver Interpretive Museum
Get a historical overview of the life of George Washington Carver.
Lake Tholocco
Fort Rucker's Lake Tholocco is a 640-acre facility offering a range of activities, including swimming, boating, camping, fishing and hiking.
Dothan Opera House
Built in 1915, dance, music and theatrical performances still take place at this landmark.
Wiregrass Museum of Art & Conference Center
Explore colors, lines, shapes and textures through interactive exhibits.
Abbeville Old Pioneer City Cemetery
See more than 900 graves, including those of a local named Cinderella and the man who gave the order to fire the last shot of the Civil War.
Peanut Monument
You'll see plenty of peanut statues around town, but don't miss the giant gold sculpture at the Dothan Visitor Information Center.
Where To Stay
The Historic Rawls Hotel
Built in 1903, the Rawls in downtown Enterprise now houses a bed and breakfast and a popular restaurant.
Marley House Bed & Breakfast
Stay in a charming Victorian bed and breakfast, circa 1906, that serves up Southern hospitality and a delicious breakfast.
Dothan National Golf Club and Hotel
The hotel has an indoor natural hot springs spa fed from a depth of more than 3,000 feet.
Hardridge Creek Park
Hardridge Creek Park offers 77 campsites, including 57 with water and electrical hookups, available March through October.
Where To Eat
Huggin' Molly's
Named for legendary Abbeville ghost Huggin' Molly, this soda fountain serves sandwiches, soups, burgers and chicken fingers.
Cutts Restaurant
A family-owned local favorite, Cutts serves buffet-style and short-order breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Basketcase Café
A popular lunch spot, Basketcase Café is known for its pastas, hearty entrees and homemade soups.
The BBQ Shack
The only place serving North Carolina-style barbecue in the Wiregrass region, The BBQ Shack takes pride in its secret sauce recipe.