Bankhead & Sipsey Wilderness

Bankhead & Sipsey Wilderness

Located 45 miles north of Birmingham, this region offers visitors a small-town atmosphere and a selection of attractions, including Ave Maria Grotto, the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament of Our Lady of the Angels Monastery, and Clarkson Covered Bridge. The longest natural bridge east of the Rockies is also in this area. A wide variety of recreational opportunities are available as well as access to Smith Lake.

Bankhead & Sipsey Wilderness
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Average Temps

summer

High
Low
88°F / °C
66°F / 19°C

fall

High
Low
73°F / 23°C
49°F / 9°C

winter

High
Low
53°F / 12°C
32°F / 0°C

spring

High
Low
73°F / 22°C
48°F / 9°C

Area Cities

Courtland
Courtland
Crane Hill
Crane Hill
Cullman
Cullman
Dora
Dora
Double Springs
Double Springs
Fayette
Fayette
Guin
Guin
Haleyville
Haleyville

Where to Stay

Smith Lake Rental

4 Bedroom/3 Bath - Lakefront Rental - Sleeps 10

Key West Inn of Hamilton

Clean, Secure, Reasonable. Hairdryers, microwave, refrigerators, Free Wi-Fi, 24-hour front desk, Flat screen HD TVs, on the interstate, next door to 24-hour Huddle House.

Motel 6 Hamilton

Visit website for information

Budget Inn Russellville

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Hodges Equestrian Park

Hodges Equestrian Park is a campground that caters to the needs of horseback riders and nature enthusiasts, but all campers are welcome. The park has many miles of scenic trails winding through acres of woodlands and canyons, overlooks waterfalls, a ...

Appalachian Foothills RV Park

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Comfort Inn & Suites

Book a room at the Comfort Inn & Suites hotel in Jasper, AL

Sleep Inn & Suites

Book a room at the Sleep Inn & Suites hotel in Cullman, AL
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What to See & Do

Brown Pottery & Sons

Jeff Wilburn is a 10th-generation potter who makes traditional hand-tuned pottery, including face jugs and other items.

Quail Valley Hunting Preserve

Half- and full-day quail hunts.

Bankhead House & Heritage Center

The Heritage Center features: Congressional Library and Living Room: Honors the incredible story of 111 years of continuous service in the U.S. Congress by 7 men from small towns in Walker County. The Gallery and Dining Room: Serves as the main exhi...

Skydive Alabama

Alabama's #1 Drop Zone premier skydiving center, offering only most advanced and proven training methods for skill levels varying from beginners to experienced.

Festhalle Market Platz

The Festhalle Market Platz is the home of the Cullman Farmer’s Market, open April-October each year and also during an extended off-season from November-March. The large structure is the largest timber-framed building in Alabama.

Freedom Hills Disc Golf Course

Freedom Hills Disc Golf Course is a 9 hole course located at the Dixie Youth Park. The course is located at 900 Waldrep Drive and is open to the public free of charge!

Courtland Heritage Museum

Settled in 1818, Courtland is one of a few places in Alabama to experience 175 years of history in both a museum and its architecture. Museum temporarily closed for repairs. Will reopen in late summer 2023.

Cullman Depot

Restored Pueblo-style stucco building contains displays of vintage railroad-related items. Exit 308, turn left on 278, left on 1st Ave. SE, go 4 blocks.
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Where to Eat

Leo and Susie's Famous Green Top Bar-B-Q

What makes your basic 60 year old concrete building a truly special establishment? History, memories, and a little old fashioned hickory smoke do.

Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q

Known for its slow-smoked meat, cheese biscuits and scratch-made sides, the restaurant consistently receives accolades from local and national publications like Saveur and Bon Appétit.

Williams Barbeque

Barbecue, steaks and more are expertly prepared.

Dodge City Restaurant

Located inside the Dodge City Travel Center and gas station, Dodge City Restaurant is a favorite among locals and travelers alike. Truck drivers swear by the hospitality and regulars highly recommend the restaurant's fried cheeseburger.

Guthrie's

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Johnny's Bar-B-Que

Serving barbecue pork, chicken and more.

Sam's Smokehouse

Barbecue restaurant in Fayette, Alabama

Dot's

Call it Southern cooking or old-fashioned home cooking, but the preferred term, according to owner Dot Williams, is "soul food."
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