
Alabama Guide Services is your way into the great outdoors of West Alabama without all the hassle. These guides have extensive knowledge of the water ways and are experts in catching several different species of fresh water fish. What differentiates them from other businesses is their ability to truly connect with customers, provide the exceptional…

A community park with many amenities! Home to many baseball tournaments, Bowers Park offers a community pool, disc golf, a playground, indoor walking track and much more. NANCIE BLEWITT SWIM COMPLEX – BOWERS POOL (5/26/22 – 9/5/22*) Monday-Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pricing: $10/person for ages 3 and…

This park was the site of the Alabama Capitol when Tuscaloosa was the seat of state government from 1826-1846. In 1847 the capitol was moved to Montgomery, and the building became the home of the Alabama Central Female College. A visible reminder of the old capitol building that burned in 1923 is the stone foundation…

Situated just minutes away from downtown and The University of Alabama, we present a marina that transcends the ordinary. Nestled in a picturesque locale, our grounds boast meticulously manicured landscaping, a charming 1840s dogtrot cabin, state-of-the-art wood docks, a dedicated fueling dock, and the forthcoming Anchor 77 restaurant in 2025. Captain’s Club, positioned at the…

The Freeman Pool, located in Freeman Park in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is an indoor pool facility available to anyone! This pool is typically open between Memorial Day and early August. While the pool is used for specific programs throughout the week, it is open for a FREE open swim from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on…

A 5-acre park located in the heart of downtown Tuscaloosa.

Harris Lake is a beautiful location that hosts high cliffs, two dams, hiking trails, a beach, and lots of water to enjoy! It even has a hidden swimming hole at the bottom of the stream coming from the waterfall of the dam – a great option for hiking and swimming in Tuscaloosa! Being located close…

Typically open between Memorial Day and Labor Day, the Harrison Taylor Splash Pad is a great spot for the kids to play! Open Monday – Saturday, noon to 5:00 p.m. and 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. on Sunday. Daily User Fee is $5 per person and children under the age of two (2) is free. Amenities…

Located nine miles northwest of Tuscaloosa and Northport, this 1,625-acre park is a scenic retreat set on the banks of Lake Lurleen and offers plenty of recreation and relaxation. Facilities include a modern campground, activity building, picnic areas, play areas, pavilions, a beach and bathhouse, fishing piers, RV storage, boat rentals and boat-launch areas. The…

Located one short drive (20 minutes or less!) from downtown Tuscaloosa, Lake Nicol is the perfect spot for locals and visitors who are seeking outdoor activities in Tuscaloosa. Offering plenty of outdoor activities and scenic views, it is definitely a spot to see! Lake Nicol is an attractive, easily accessible, well-maintained, and popular wooded park…

Lake Tuscaloosa is a reservoir in west-central Alabama, created by damming North River. It was constructed to provide water for Tuscaloosa residents and for industrial use as well. It was completed in 1970 at a cost of about $7,725,000. Since it is located just north of Tuscaloosa and Northport, the lake is also very popular for recreational activities. Lake Tuscaloosa was constructed in…

River District Park, now named Parker-Haun Park, was completed in Fall of 2022. The park includes green space, river-viewing areas along the bank of the Black Warrior River, a plaza and an outdoor stage. There are also color-changing RGB lights throughout the park. Since opening, it has served as a space to hold community events along…