This weekend I took a trip up to the Appalachians. Gadsden, Alabama is home to the base of the Appalachian Mountain Range, and also a photography area. Noccalula Falls is located just outside of Gadsden, and The Little River a half hour north is home to The Hippie Hole.

The Hippie Hole at The Little River in Fort Payne, AL

Noccalula Falls

Noccalula, known for its Native American heritage, offers breathtaking views from the top of the basin as the falls pour into the Niagra-esque canyon below. 

Noccalula Falls 

Weiss Lake in Leesburg, just outside of Gadsden, AL

 Weiss Lake, situated on the northern leg of the Coosa River in Alabama, is a large lake running parallel to the mountain range.

Stairs at Weiss Lake 

Weiss Lake, Leesburg, AL

Hippie Hole in Fort Payne, AL

 

Falls at Little River in Fort Payne, AL

Falls at The Little River in Fort Payne, AL

All in all, I had a great weekend of exploring some of the amazing and scenic areas in Alabama.