Listing Tag: Parks and Lakes
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Alabama Guide Services
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…
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Alabama Lake Lodge
Alabama Lake Lodge is located outside of Aliceville, AL only 40 miles west of The University of Alabama. If you’re searching for a vacation rental to attend an Alabama Football game or BAMA event, come stay with us! Bring the entire family and enjoy the activities in Tuscaloosa and then escape to your own private…
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Bowers Park and Pool
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…
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Capitol Park
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…
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Freeman Pool in Freeman Park
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…
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Government Plaza
A 5-acre park located in the heart of downtown Tuscaloosa.
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Lake Lurleen State Park
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…
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Lake Tuscaloosa
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…
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Randall Family Park and Trailhead
The Randall Family Park and Trailhead at the Northern Riverwalk is officially open, which includes a trailhead, recreational path, playground, pavilion, and parking area. This beautiful addition to our community is a City of Tuscaloosa operated park made possible by a generous donation from the Randall family. The park also includes a public art sculpture:…
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The Riverwalk
The Riverwalk is an excellent paved trail along the southern bank of the Black Warrior River near downtown Tuscaloosa. The path is divided by a painted line making a distinct two way road for walkers and bikers. Riverwalk Bridge There are a variety of park areas that are all dog friendly sprinkled along the trail.…
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The University of Alabama Arboretum
The University of Alabama Arboretum maintains plant collections for botanical education and appreciation. The Arboretum features walking trails through a native woodland section, a wildflower garden, a collection of ornamental plants, an experimental garden, and a children’s garden. Most of the Arboretum’s land was donated by the federal government to help support the University’s goals…