Discover Conecuh County

Conecuh County combines quiet waterways, distinctive landscapes, regional specialties and traces of a fascinating history. Those looking for a variety of daily activities during their vacation can choose between paddling trips, nature observation, historic sites and seasonal festivals. An important landmark for travelers is the southbound rest area on I-65 at mile marker 89.

Water, Wilderness and Landscapes

The Sepulga River Canoe Trail passes through calm waters and by several sandbars suitable for camping, fishing and picnicking. The trail also offers deep water, limestone walls and some rapids for kayaking and canoeing. Bull Slough Bridge is located over the Sepulga River in southeastern Conecuh County and is part of the Sepulga River Canoe Trail. The county has five different boat launches along the Sepulga River.

The landscape is also varied away from the river. The Boggs & Boulders grounds include natural red, sandy and rocky hills, steep rocky cliffs and black mudflats. The Cool Pool at Boggs & Boulders is fed by a natural mineral spring in a rocky mountain. Those looking for a more remote wilderness experience will find another option at Murder Creek. Anglers can use the 20-acre County Lake, which has public fishing areas.

Nature Experiences for Different Daily Itineraries

Sportsman Lake Park has hiking trails and a wildflower garden. This makes it possible to combine an active stay with a more relaxing nature experience without spending the entire day on the water. Town Creek Marsh is a seasonal observation site where rails can be seen foraging on the mudflats. During hunting season, Conecuh County also offers opportunities to hunt white-tailed deer. These different focuses can help you decide whether to choose your vacation rental or vacation home based more on a nature-oriented itinerary or on cultural activities.

Evergreen: History, Food and Events

A good starting point for exploring the region is Evergreen. The settlement from which the city developed was founded around 1819. The railroad connection was completed in April 1861; Evergreen is located along the former L-&-N Railroad and along U.S. Highways 31 and 84. The New Evergreen Commercial Historic District is significant in the area of commerce. The Louisville and Nashville Depot at the southwestern end of Front Street is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

The town's history also includes the Old Paul Post Office, which served as the community's post office until 1975 and was added to the Alabama Register of Landmarks and Heritage in 2013, as well as the Old Airport Tower and Beacon west of Evergreen. The tower was built in 1931 as part of the U.S. airmail service between New Orleans and Atlanta and served as a training facility for the U.S. Navy during World War II. Booker's Mill was built in the late 1860s, supplied the surrounding community with hydropower for many years and burned down in 1982. Today, the site serves as an event venue and houses historic buildings. The former farm store is now a museum with agricultural equipment and artifacts from Indigenous American cultures.

Regional Specialties and Seasonal Events

Conecuh Sausage began in 1947 as a family-run business in Evergreen, Alabama. To this day, the tradition of smoking sausage over a pure hickory wood fire continues. At the Conecuh Sausage gift shop in Evergreen, you will find Conecuh Sausage products, special gifts, home accessories and hunting supplies. The annual Sausage Festival takes place on the third Saturday in October at Middleton Field Airport together with the South East Regional Fly-In. The annual Collard Green Festival is held there on the first Saturday in March. Evergreen also hosts an annual Fall Festival and Christmas parade; in Castleberry, the Strawberry Festival takes place every April.

When choosing your vacation rental or vacation home, you can weigh a nature-oriented itinerary against a focus on history and events.

Additional Destinations for Orientation

If you would like to compare Conecuh County with additional destinations, Fayette County, Marion County, Chambers, Chilton County, Limestone County, Escambia County and Lawrence County are also available for further orientation.

For the overarching travel overview: Alabama.