Blount County, Alabama invites you to step off the interstate between Birmingham and Huntsville and settle in for a relaxed weekend surrounded by outdoor spaces, small towns, and local experiences that are easy to enjoy without rushing. While home to three of North Alabama’s most distinctive experiences—historic covered bridges, the underground beauty of Rickwood Caverns, and adventures on the Locust Fork River —there’s a lot more you can explore and experience here at your own pace.