I love microadventures. It allows me to have a little getaway without a plane ride or using any vacation time. Earlier this fall, Brad & I decided to have a little microadventure by taking a day trip down to Old Cahawba Archaeological Park in Orrville, AL. I hadn't heard of this little park until about a year ago when I saw a beautifully haunting black & white photo of it on my Instagram feed. I knew I needed to check it out one day.
Old Cahawba was Alabama's first capital from 1819 - 1826. Nestled on the banks of the Cahaba River, this little ghost town is full of history. I loved that there were informational pamphlets across the park that allow you to host your own walking tour, complete with stories of some of the former residents. I'm sure a lot of the stories were tall tales, but that's really the only way I can find interest in history!
You can easily spend a day here wandering through the grounds. It'd be great to bring your bicycle & bike through the grounds & hike a few of the nature trails around the park.
I fell in love with all of the beautiful Spanish moss draped all over the trees!
The park is open daily 9 am - 5 pm. Admission is $2 & I highly recommend you bring a picnic lunch to enjoy while overlooking the beautiful Cahaba. For more information, see the park website.
What's one of your favorite local adventure spots?
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