embrace nature’s playground
Explore the Outdoors
Explore the natural beauty and outdoor activities of Colbert County. Visit birding spots on the North Alabama Birding Trail, go horseback riding at Freedom Hills Wildlife Management Area and Seven Springs Lodge, cycle the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway, or fish in the peaceful waters of Pickwick and Wilson Lakes. Whether you’re into birding, fishing, or cycling, Colbert County has something for every outdoor enthusiast.
Wilson Lake
Stretching across 15,500 acres, this may seem smaller in comparison to other lakes, but make no mistake—it’s a powerhouse when it comes to jaw-dropping catches!
Pickwick Lake
Ready for an adventure that spans state lines? Dive into the action on this expansive 50-mile lake, covering 47,500 acres across Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee.
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Average annual temperature
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Sunny Days on average per year
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Fishing at sunrise on Pickwick Lake for the Fishlife Collegiate Tour bass tournament in Sheffield.
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No outdoor adventure in Colbert County is complete without a trip to Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve! Enjoy easy-to-moderate hiking, and ensure you visit the splendid overlooks, bluff shelters, and waterfalls. 😍☀
Hours: Friday-Sunday, 7 am- 5 pm
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Gulf fritillary butterflies are often seen in Colbert County during the late summer/early fall as the colorful insects head south to spend the winter in Florida.
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Tee off your weekend in Muscle Shoals! 🏌️⛳️
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With beautiful weather finally getting here we hope you’re visiting one of our wonderful #CoolColbertCo sites.
Try Spring Park with its lake, tell the geese hello, see the waterfall and enjoy the playground. #ColbertCountyAL #ShoalsAL #OutdoorsinAlabama #SpringPark #ColbertCountyOutdoors
ROBERT TRENT JONES GOLF TRAIL AT THE SHOALS
RTJ at The Shoals consists of two 18 hole championship courses, Fighting Joe and Schoolmaster, that sit high above Wilson Lake located on the Tennessee River.
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The west end of the county is really showing out this morning! We want to see all the fall foliage pics! 😍 Be sure and tag us to be featured! 🍂
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