This Alabama Town is Called One of America’s Most Stunning

Reader’s Digest rated this Alabama Town as one of the most stunning mountain towns in America.

Welcome to Mentone, AL, a breathtaking town nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Mentone is a small town full of coffee shops, southern restaurants, cozy AirBnbs, and antique shops. Waterfalls and views are hiding around every corner.

Outdoor activities rule Mentone, AL. There are dozens of hiking trails in the area full of waterfalls and views and is home to Alabama’s only Snow Skiing resort. (Yes snow Skiing).

See the full Reader’s Digest 25 Most Stunning Mountain Towns List here.

Desoto Falls is the crown jewel of the area. It is a massive 104 ft waterfall. There are several hiking trails in the area including hiking trails to a beautiful view of the canyon and the bottom of the waterfall. The river is dammed above the waterfall forming a lake. A place to rent kayaks is available above the waterfall. You can swim at the bottom or above the waterfall.

Guide: Desoto Falls

Desoto State Park

Little River Canyon is about 20 minutes south of the town of Mentone. The canyon has several waterfalls including Little River Falls and Martha Falls. There are incredible swimming holes including Hippie Hole, Blue Hole, and the bottom of Little River Falls. Several hiking trails will take you to the bottom of the canyon and you can see several lookout points driving along the canyon rim. This is the deepest canyon in the state of Alabama reaching depths over 600 ft. 

Guide: Little River Canyon

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