Little River Canyon

Alabama is home to the deepest canyon in the eastern half of the USA, Little River Canyon, most of which is a national preserve. It's a surprising and hidden gem of terrain, stretching much of the length of lookout mountain, with waterfalls, rapids, turkeys, trees, snakes, bluffs, boulders, swimming holes, the occasional very happy kayaker. (And no, despite Bear Grylls' comical claims of worry, you will not find any alligators up there). No shortage of challenging terrain but plenty that's accessible as well. Virtually no marked trails - careful with the cliffs. Recently went in search of Grace's High Falls (41m, seasonal waterfall). Found it from the top, but upon shuffling down to the canyon floor and hiking upstream, didn't quite find it again. Lovely hike, though.