Get in a comfortable Chevy Trax, Tahoe, or Colorado and enjoy days packed with fun and exciting outdoor activities around Decatur, AL. Play golf on one of the South’s premier courses, hike or bike down scenic nature trails to observe wildlife, boat and fish in Wheeler Lake, or picnic in beautifully manicured gardens.
1. Have a Blast at Point Mallard Park
Head to Point Mallard Park at 2901 Point Mallard Circle in Decatur for over 700 acres of outdoor fun. Play a round of golf on the 18-hole course, one of the South’s best courses, practice your swing on the driving range, play tennis, and hike down the three-mile Bill Slims Trail along the banks of the Tennessee River.
On a hot day, cool off in the Olympic-sized swimming pool and shoot down the tube slides and ride on in the wave pool. You can even pitch your tent in the wooded campground at full hookup or primitive campsites.
2. Explore Nature in Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge
The 35,000-acre Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge at 3121 Visitor Center Road in Decatur stretches 20 miles along both banks of the Tennessee River. It’s the ultimate spot in the area to get outdoors and enjoy nature down 5.5 miles of hiking and biking trails that cut through forests, meadows, wetlands, and swamps filled with over 295 bird and 47 mammal species, of which 12 are federally endangered or threatened.
You can spot white-tailed deer, coyotes, owls, hawks, and bald eagles and could encounter an array of waterfowl, beavers, otters, and alligators along the river and wetland areas.
3. Fish and Boat on Wheeler Lake
The 67,100-acre Wheeler Lake, the second-largest lake on the Tennessee River, is just the place to canoe, kayak, boat, and wet your hook with prized catches of largemouth, smallmouth, spotted bass, blue catfish, bream, and crappie. The lake hosts the annual Cabela King Cat, BASS Federation Nation, and the Bassmaster Elite Series national fishing tournaments.
You can join various guided fishing expeditions in Decatur, and there are several marinas along the lake, including the full-service Riverwalk Marina at 3755 Highway 31 North, with every amenity you need to enjoy a day on the water.
4. Admire the Beautiful Gardens in Delano Park
The beautiful 28-acre Delano Park, the jewel in Decatur’s crown at 825 Gordon Drive SE in Decatur, is over 130 years old, the oldest existing city park in the state, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In this peaceful park at the bustling heart of town, you can enjoy beautifully manicured gardens, historic structures, and numerous outdoor recreational activities.
Play volleyball, badminton, basketball, and tennis on the lighted outdoor courts, walk or jog down the one-mile trail, and stroll through the breathtaking Historic Rose Garden and Riverwild Garden to find the ideal spot for a scenic picnic.
Get out of the house and enjoy a wonderful time out in the fresh air. While having fun around town, drop by Lynn Layton Chevrolet today and find the best Chevy to take you on exciting outdoor adventures.
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