Things To Do
Highlights
Top Events
- Jan 1-Feb 28, 2012
Winter Camellias - Jan 3-Feb 28, 2012
Can We Move Beyond Stereotypes: Dedicated to Improving Human Relations - Jan 22-Mar 2, 2012
Art of the State Exhibition - Jan 27-Dec 2, 2012
Culinary Boot Camp - Feb 10-12, 2012
Mercedes-Benz Marathon Weekend - Feb 11, 2012
Millbrook Mardi Gras Festival and Parade
Hunting and Fishing
Hunting
Alabama is one of the premier states in the nation for hunting white-tailed deer and Eastern wild turkey. Other species provide good hunting as well, including feral hogs, waterfowl, rabbits, squirrel, mourning doves and bobwhite quail.
Our generous hunting seasons and bag limits are the envy of other states. Here, hunting enthusiasts enjoy more than 1.3 million acres of public hunting land, including 37 Wildlife Management Areas as well as 17 areas designed for physically disabled hunters.
Fishing
Whether you prefer saltwater or freshwater, we can all agree on one thing: Alabama has some pretty darn good fishing spots. Take Alabama's Gulf Coast, for example. There you can charter a boat and, within minutes, sail off after blue marlin, yellowfin tuna, amberjack, cobia, red snapper and more.
If it's wide-mouth bass you're after, there's a reason Alabama has been selected as a host for the Bassmaster Classic. Freshwater fishing destinations abound, though you can’t miss a chance to visit Lake Guntersville. It's Alabama's largest impoundment, and there you'll find 69,000 acres to roam for that perfect fish tale. If you're looking to find your own spot, Alabama is home to thousands of serene fishing spots that'll help you get away from it all.
Guides & Trails
For a listing of hot spots, guide services, outfitters and more, click here. Or try exploring one of our fantastic trails on your own.
Alabama Bass Trail
A must for any avid angler, the Alabama Bass Trail takes you from the scenic mountains of North Alabama to the pristine delta near the southern tip of the state.
West Alabama Hunting and Fishing Trail
In the sweet spot where the Appalachian Mountains meet the coastal plain and the Black Warrior River lies world-class bass fishing as well as the longest deer-hunting season in the country.
Alabama's Hunting & Fishing Trail for People with Physical Disabilities
A network of public and private recreational sites throughout the state provides accessible fishing, shooting, and hunting opportunities for individuals with physical disabilities. The trail has been developed by the Division of Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources in cooperation with a broad range of sponsors.
