MENTONE, Ala. (WSFA) - You know that old song by TLC called “Waterfalls?” The lyrics in the chorus say “don’t go chasing waterfalls.” But, we actually didn’t listen to that. In fact, we did the exact ...

Continuing in the rustic tradition of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), mountainous Desoto State Park is nestled atop beautiful Lookout Mountain in scenic Northeast Alabama and accented by many ...

Named after a famous historical figure who set out searching for gold, these falls make for an excellent quick hike into ...

MENTONE, Ala. – A teenager who jumped at DeSoto Falls on Monday died. Zach Goolesby, 18, had just graduated from Pisgah High School last month. Goolesby was at DeSoto Falls, in Mentone, with a few ...

Alabama seems obsessed with the explorer Hernando DeSoto. His name is on signs, plaques, and places. Undoubtedly, he would be pleased. He was ruthless, cruel and had a huge ego--which is why he ...

FORT PAYNE, Alabama (WDEF) – Dredging work begins this week at the DeSoto Falls State Park that will close the top of the falls for the next two months, at least. Crews will dredge the area above the ...

FORT PAYNE, Ala. (WHNT) — DeSoto Falls is now closed for a project and won’t reopen to the public for two months. The park’s picnic and overlook areas will be closed during this time. “Over the next ...

DEKALB CO., Ala. (WAFF) - Alabama State Park officials announced an area of DeSoto Falls in Fort Payne will close to visitors starting Monday. The picnic area and overlook area will be closed to all ...

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