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.
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 three 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.
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 is currently in the initial phases of reopening. Governor Ivey has issued an amended Safer at Home Order to be 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 at Home 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.
Fall Foliage
Experience the beauty of the Fall Season in the Highlands of Alabama!
Welcome to Lookout Mountain Alabama, where Mother Nature has set the stage for a spectacular Autumn season! Autumn mountain breezes whisper through the trees in September, inviting you to sit a spell and enjoy the change in seasons. A hint of color usually begins to appear in late September or early October and lasts well into November.
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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