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Plan Your Trip

First, Start with What You Want to Do

The best way to plan a visit to Blount County is to start with one experience you’re excited about—then build around it. Many attractions are just a short drive apart, making it easy to combine outdoor stops, local dining, shopping, and scenic routes into a single day.
Man and woman in forest

I love all things outdoors!

Build your trip around Blount County’s rivers, trails, and wide-open spaces. Spend the morning hiking or paddling along the Locust Fork River, explore waterfalls or scenic overlooks in the afternoon, and wrap up the day with a relaxed drive along the Locust Fork Scenic Car Trail. Rickwood Caverns State Park adds cave tours, swimming, and camping for visitors who want to stay immersed in nature.
Two women clothes shopping

Nothing beats a small downtown shopping experience!

Blount County’s downtowns make it easy to browse, dine, and explore at a slower pace. Spend time shopping and eating in downtown Oneonta, then add a stop in Blountsville for historic charm and nearby attractions. Murals, local restaurants, and walkable streets turn a simple shopping trip into a full afternoon of discovery.
Boy selecting eggs

I want to experience life on the farm!

Follow the Agritourism Trail to explore Blount County’s farms, orchards, and markets. Depending on the season, you can pick fresh produce, visit farm stands, browse locally made goods, or enjoy hands-on experiences like corn mazes and farm events. These stops are spread across the county, making it easy to pair rural backroads with meaningful, local encounters.

Boy enjoying water park

I need something fun my kids would love!

Plan a trip built around high-energy attractions and easy wins for families. Start with Spring Valley Beach Water Park, explore cave tours or swimming at Rickwood Caverns, and add a seasonal farm stop like Moody Family Farms or a corn maze in the fall. Check the events calendar for festivals, family days, and activities happening during your visit.

Blount County Memorial Museum

I love exploring the history of the places I visit!

Discover Blount County’s past through preserved sites and scenic routes that tell the story of how people lived and traveled. Visit the Blountsville Historical Park and Blount County Memorial Museum, then explore the county’s iconic covered bridges—some of the most recognized in Alabama. History here feels approachable, scenic, and easy to explore in a day. 

Swann Covered Bridge over Black Warrior River

Just give me an interesting itinerary to follow!

=Let Blount County’s self-guided trails do the planning for you. Choose from food-focused routes like the BBQ Trail, creative stops along the Mural Trail, scenic drives following the Locust Fork River, or farm-centered experiences on the Agritourism Trail. Each trail connects naturally with nearby towns, restaurants, and outdoor attractions for flexible, build-your-own itineraries.

Then, Plan the Details:

Once you’ve picked what you want to do, a few simple choices help bring the day together. Use these tools to line up what’s happening, where to eat, and the best place to stay while you explore. For more trip planning ideas, check out our social feed for current happenings, read our blog for more in-depth ideas, or contact us – we’re here to help!

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Find Upcoming Events During Your Stay

Seasonal festivals, community events, and special activities can add something unexpected to your visit—sometimes right around the corner from where you’re already planning to go.

View Event Calendar
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Plan Your Meals at a Blount County Restaurant

From local barbecue and Southern comfort food to coffee shops and casual dining, Blount County’s restaurants make it easy to refuel between stops or plan a meal around your itinerary.

Find a Local Restaurant
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Choose a Place to Stay

Whether you prefer a hotel, a cozy cabin, a campground, or a locally hosted rental, staying nearby helps you slow down and enjoy more without rushing from place to place.

Book Your Stay

Make the Most of Your Visit

Because many experiences in Blount County are locally owned or seasonal, a little planning goes a long way. Checking hours, weather conditions, and event schedules ahead of time helps ensure a smooth trip—especially for outdoor attractions, farms, and markets.

Before You Go:

Check hours for farms, markets, and seasonal attractions

Look up food trucks and pop-ups on Facebook for current locations
Review weather and water conditions for river activities
Use listed addresses to plan realistic drive times