Welcome to

Lookout Mountain, Alabama

Where Your Appalachian Adventure Begins.

Your Gateway to the Appalachians is

Lookout Mountain Alabama

A welcoming destination since 1836, DeKalb County offers visitors exciting adventures & breathtaking landscapes that are home to majestic mountains, master artisans, and rich cultural heritage.

Let your imagination be your guide while you explore and discover our beautiful county. Whether you’re seeking an adrenaline rush from outdoor excursions or a serene retreat from everyday life, you’ll find it all when visiting Alabama’s Mountain Town.

Looking for more direction? DeKalb Tourism is here to help you plan.

Play

Take the plunge and make a splash with fun-filled escapes – indoors or outside, you’ll be able to play to your heart’s content.

Explore

Get into the wild and explore all things outdoors from camps to excursions – and so much more.

cabin rentals in Alabama’s Lookout Mountain Town

Stay

From elegant mansions to secluded cabins, find the perfect accommodations for your weekend getaway.

Parks

From trail to stream, experience adventures big and small in our area parks.

DeKalb County boasts access to two state parks & one national preserve making up 36% of the state’s protected lands within a fifty mile radius. Staying close by in our beautiful area gives visitors a chance to tour the best of our conservational efforts – from lakes, caves, mountains, and waterfalls – all leading to endless exploration and discovery on Lookout Mountain.

City & County Parks

National Preserves

State Parks

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COVID-19 UPDATE

How the Novel Coronavirus is affecting the Lookout Mountain area and what you need to know.

DeKalb County continues social distancing practices, and is adhering to the health and safety guidelines set forth by the CDC, the ADPH, as well as the Alabama State Health Officer’s mandatory health orders, which were issued by Governor Kay Ivey.

The State of Alabama and Governor Ivey have issued an amended Safer Apart Order applied Statewide. As many of the details are being updated regularly, please visit the state of Alabama’s Covid-19 Information Hub for the latest guidance

What that means for Lookout Mountain Alabama?

As the Safer Apart Order applies differently to many businesses, we encourage you to call the business directly to find out their status, hours of operation, specific procedures, and how they can continue to serve you and keep everyone safe.

Upcoming Events

Check out events that visitors and locals will be attending this month. Come join us and see what the county has to offer!

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July

9:00 am - 12:00 am

DeSoto State Park

DeSoto State Park’s Annual Independence Day Events

7104 DeSoto Parkway NE

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July

12:00 am - 4:00 pm

DeSoto State Park

DeSoto State Park’s Annual Independence Day Events

7104 DeSoto Parkway NE

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02

July

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Orbix Hot Glass

Blow Your Own Ornament at Orbix Hot Glass

3869 County Road 275

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@DeKalbTourism

Take a look at what visitors are doing across DeKalb County Alabama right now!

Lookout Mountain Alabama3 hours ago

DeSoto State Park~Fort Payne, Alabama

Load up your friends and family and come celebrate Independence Day at DeSoto �State Park! Events include:
• Flag-Making Contest - pick up materials and rules at the Campground Pavilion in the Improved Campground
• Splish & Splash Pool Party - �Friday, July...

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Lookout Mountain Alabama3 hours ago

DeSoto State Park~Fort Payne, Alabama

Load up your friends and family and come celebrate Independence Day at DeSoto State Park! Events include:
• Flag-Making Contest - pick up materials and rules at the Campground Pavilion in the Improved Campground
• Splish & Splash Pool Party - Friday, July...

1 View on Facebook

dekalbtourism3 hours ago

Load up your friends and family and come celebrate Independence Day at DeSoto �State Park! Events include: • Flag-Making Contest - pick up materials and rules at the Campground Pavilion in the Improved Campground • Splish & Splash Pool Party - �Friday, July 1, from...

dekalbtourism2 days ago

Perspective. Awe. Wonder. Experience the overwhelming glory of nature that is Little River Canyon. See for miles up and down the river from one of the many overlooks, hundreds of feet below the canyon floor. Early mornings, late evenings, and various times of day give...

Lookout Mountain Alabama2 days ago

Perspective. Awe. Wonder. Experience the overwhelming glory of nature that is Little River Canyon. See for miles up and down the river from one of the many overlooks, hundreds of feet below the canyon floor. Early mornings, late evenings, and various times of day give...

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dekalbtourism3 days ago

Cozy up in a Lookout Mountain cabin! Mentone is home to a wide selection of vacation rental cabins. What's your ideal mountain vacation? Whether tucked into the woods, perched on the edge of a bluff, nestled by the water, or situated within walking distance of...

Lookout Mountain Alabama3 days ago

Cozy up in a Lookout Mountain cabin! Mentone is home to a wide selection of vacation rental cabins. What's your ideal mountain vacation? Whether tucked into the woods, perched on the edge of a bluff, nestled by the water, or situated within walking distance of...

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Lookout Mountain Alabama4 days ago

Celebrate America's independence in Fort Payne with a spectacular fireworks show! Thursday, June 30th, at 8:45 p.m., the skies above Fort Payne will come alive with pyrotechnics in honor of Independence Day. No accompanying events are planned this year due to renovations at the Sports...

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dekalbtourism4 days ago

Celebrate America's independence in Fort Payne with a spectacular fireworks show! �Thursday, June 30th, at 8:45 p.m., the skies above Fort Payne will come alive with pyrotechnics in honor of Independence Day.� No accompanying events are planned this year due to renovations at the Sports...

Lookout Mountain Alabama4 days ago

DeSoto Falls Overlook and Picnic Area will be closed June 29th & 30th for parking lot paving...

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dekalbtourism5 days ago

DeSoto Falls is one of the tallest waterfalls in Alabama, standing at 104 feet. It's also one of most visited waterfalls in the state, and �one of Alabama's most photographed points of interest. ��Check out the renovated recreation area, complete with a beach and a...

dekalbtourism6 days ago

The perfect summer swimming hole! Swimmers, sunbathers, and adventurers alike can find the perfect cool-down spot at the Hippie Hole. This emerald pool is formed as Lookout Mountain's Little River flows over Little Falls. (Jumpers beware: rocks protrude from some areas of the pool.) This...