Boaz, AL*

Boaz Alabama Attractions

Boaz, Alabama lies in Marshall County in the northeast part of the state between Gadsden and Guntersville. It's 77 miles from Birmingham and 57 miles from Huntsville. This small town, nestled in the Appalachian foothills, began as a market center for the surrounding agricultural communities on Sand Mountain plateau.

It continues that tradition today as a shopper's paradise. The first outlet store was established in Boaz in 1982. There are now five large back-to-back outlet malls featuring over 100 stores. Most are within walking distance of one another. They include the original Vanity Fair, Boaz Outlet Center, Fashion Outlets, Tanger Factory Outlet Center and Factory Stores of America. Boaz now has a worldwide reputation as a shopping Mecca. The Key West Inn in Boaz is conveniently located across the street from many of the stores, making it the perfect headquarters for your shopping trip.

In addition to the outlets, there are unique local shops and many antique stores. Proud of its small town friendliness, agricultural heritage and southern hospitality, Boaz welcomes you

Tanger Outlet Center   •   0.1 Miles

Tanger Outlet Center factory outlet stores, include: Liz Claiborne, Eddie Bauer, Gap, Nautica, Reebok, VanHeusen, OshKosh, Tupperware, just to name a few.

Boaz Fashion Outlets   •   0.2 Miles

Shop for the Entire Family in one convenient location at Boaz Fashion Outlets, with discount stores including: Tommy Hilfiger, Zale's, Dress Barn, Casual Corner, Factory Brand Shoes, Petite Sophisticate, Dress Barn Women, Motherhood Maternity, Interior Alternative, to name a few.

Noccalula Falls Park   •   13.0 miles

1500 Noccalula Roadm Gadsden, AL 35904, 256-549-4663
Noccalula Falls Park features a 90-foot waterfall named for Noccalula, a young Cherokee maiden who plunged to her death rather than forsake her true love. Nestled among the trees in the park is a pioneer village, a group of rustic, hand-hewn log buildings representing a display of pioneer living conditions. Other park attractions include a War Memorial and Museum, botanical gardens, hiking trails, sightseeing train, playground, carpet golf, picnic pavilions and meeting facilities.

Lake Guntersville State Park   •   15.0 miles

Located off Highway 227, overlooking the majestic 66,470-acre Guntersville Reservoir, the park ranges over 5,909 acres of ridge tops and meadows. The park's restaurant and convention complex are located on Little Mountain, providing a magnificent view of the reservoir. The Lake is wonderful for fishing as well as swimming and other water sports activities. Recently, it has become the winter home of our national symbol, the Bald Eagle.

Wills Creek Vineyards   •   22.1 miles

10522 Duck Springs Road, Attalla, AL 35954, 256-538-5452 Off Interstate I-59, Wills Creek Vineyards is the only active winery in Northern Alabama. Open on Fridays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. to walk-in visitors.

Twin Bridges Golf Club   •   23.5 miles

901 River Bend Drive, Gadsden, AL 35901, 256-549-4866
Twin Bridges Golf Club, Gadsden's newest and finest public golf facility. The par 72, 6,800 yard, 18-hole course, designed by Gene Bates will challenge and delight golfers of all skill levels. Golfers and nature enthusiasts alike will appreciate the natural beauty and calming wildlife that surround the golf course situated on the Coosa Bend River – in addition to eight lakes and five bridges.

Weiss Lake   •   29.0 miles

Lake Weiss is known as the Crappie Capital of the World. The Weiss lake fishery is the major economic influence in Cherokee County, so the locals treat anglers very well. Four free public access areas and 37 privately run marinas service Lake Weiss.