Huntsville, AL Adventure Stories | RootsRated

Subterranean Adventure at Cathedral Caverns State Park

Otherworldly features—huge stalagmites, "frozen" waterfalls, and a Mystery River—await exploration at Cathedral Caverns State Park.

5 Great Outdoor First Date Ideas in North Alabama

Dinner and a movie? Ho hum. Instead, prepare to really impress that certain someone with these 5 great outdoor first date ideas in Alabama.

Paddling the Flint River: A Free-Flowing Alabama Jewel

The Flint River is a spectacular paddling destination in Huntsville's backyard that offers plenty of options for beginners.

Multi-Day Adventures on the Bartram Canoe Trail

The 5 Rivers Delta in southern Alabama is paddler's paradise. Here's how to plan an overnight trip along the Bartram Canoe Trail.

How One Group Brought Mountain Biking to Northern Alabama

The Huntsville chapter of the Southern Off-Road Bicycling Association has been instrumental in bringing mountain biking to northern Alabama.

The Story Behind One of Alabama's Most Popular Crags

An inside look at Huntsville, Alabama's popular Yellow Bluff climbing crag, including a tick list of some of the more famous sport and trad routes.

How to Explore Huntsville By Bike

With surprisingly extensive routes available for every type of rider in the area, here's how to explore Huntsville by bike.

Is Turkeyfoot Falls the Best Spot in Bankhead National Forest?

Turkeyfoot Falls offers all the best aspects of Bankhead National Forest's beautiful Sipsey Wilderness—bluffs, caverns, and crystal clear streams all rolled into one.

Spring Hiking at Huntsville's Monte Sano Mountain

The perimeter loops trails at Huntsville's famous Monte Sano Mountain are perfect for exploring in early spring, when the waterfalls are rushing and the bluffs are unclothed.

A Glimpse into the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge

Most people know the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge for being a birding paradise, but it's also a hiking and paddling sanctuary for those lucky enough to visit.