Lookout Mountain Parkway
A 93-mile designated scenic byway running northeast from Gadsden through DeSoto State Park, Mentone, and Little River Canyon to the Georgia border. The route stitches together AL-176 and AL-117, climbing Lookout Mountain's plateau through dense hardwood forest, canyon brow vistas, and historic small towns. Named one of America's most scenic drives by Reader's Digest.
What you'll hit along the way.
Rider-verified stops, overlooks, fuel, and the corners worth knowing about — in the order you'll meet them.
Riverdale
A small town at the start of the parkway that serves as a convenient launching point for the ride.
Camp Skyline Ranch
A longtime mountain camp and lodging spot perched on Lookout Mountain, worth noting for a rest or overnight stay.
Valley Head
A quiet historic town nestled at the foot of the mountain with local character and basic services.
Flat Rock
A midpoint community offering a natural pause along the ridge with views of the surrounding countryside.
Anderson
The town near the route's end, marking the completion of the parkway run along Lookout Mountain.
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