Roanoke
Around Roanoke
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Countryside and towns · Alabama · 53k people
Roanoke
Where the pines meet the red clay.
Red ClayPine Forest Green
Welcome to the hills of eastern Alabama, where the piney woods meet the lake. Pull up a chair on a courthouse square, ask about the fishing, and you'll feel at home before the sweet tea runs out.
Clubs for Roanoke
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The room
One room for everyone around Roanoke. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
Ask the neighbours
AllA good plumber, the best tacos, a lost cat: nobody has asked yet. Be the first.
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Marketplace
Things for sale, free and wanted, and rooms for rent, from people around Roanoke. Sign in to sell something.
Things to do
- Cheaha State Park Alabama's highest point, with the Bunker Tower and scenic overlooks.
- Lake Wedowee (R.L. Harris Reservoir) Popular for fishing, boating, and lakeside camping.
- Talladega National Forest Sprawling forest with hiking, hunting, and the Pinhoti Trail.
- Pinhoti Trail Long-distance trail winding through the Talladega National Forest.
- High Falls Park Waterfall and swimming hole on the Tallapoosa River near Lineville.
- Randolph County Courthouse Greek Revival courthouse in Wedowee, anchor of the town square.
- Outdoors Hiking Cheaha Mountain
- Outdoors Fishing on Lake Wedowee
- With kids Picnicking at Cheaha State Park
- With kids Swimming at High Falls Park
- Evenings Friday night high school football
- Evenings Bluegrass jams at community centers
- Locals love Courthouse squares
- Locals love Hunting camps
Through the year
- Lineville Watermelon Festival August August celebration with watermelon eating contests and a parade.
- Heflin Heritage Festival September September festival with arts, crafts, and local history.
- Cheaha Challenge May Annual bicycle ride through the Talladega National Forest.
- Hollis Crossroads Bluegrass Festival Spring Spring gathering of bluegrass musicians and fans.
- Lake Wedowee Fourth of July July Fireworks and boat parade on the lake.
Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Best time to be out is spring and fall. Best: Spring and fall offer mild days and cool nights, perfect for outdoor activities.
Talk like a local
- “Cheaha (chuh-HAW)”
- The local pronunciation of Cheaha Mountain.
- “Wedowee (WED-oh-wee)”
- How locals say Wedowee.
- “Heflin (HEF-lin)”
- How locals say Heflin.
- “the mountain”
- Refers to Cheaha Mountain.
Getaways
- LaGrange Historic downtown and West Point Lake.
- Alexander City Lake Martin recreation and shopping.
- Auburn–Opelika Auburn University campus, dining, and sports.
- Anniston Berman Museum and Coldwater Mountain trails.
Local flavour
Rooting for Auburn Tigers (NCAA), Alabama Crimson Tide (NCAA), Atlanta Braves (MLB), Atlanta Falcons (NFL), Jacksonville State Gamecocks (NCAA)
Eat and drink
- Alabama White Sauce Barbecue Pulled pork or chicken with a mayo-vinegar sauce, a state favourite.
- Sweet Tea The essential drink, served over ice, often extra sweet.
- Fried Catfish From nearby lakes and ponds, often served with hushpuppies.
- Pecan Pie A classic Southern dessert, common at church suppers and county fairs.
Where people go
- Courthouse Squares Each county seat (Heflin, Ashland, Wedowee) has a historic square with a courthouse, local shops, and a gathering spot.
- Lake Wedowee A large reservoir popular for fishing, boating, and lakeside cabins.
- Cheaha State Park The highest point in Alabama, with scenic overlooks and hiking trails in the Talladega National Forest.
- Country Churches Small white-frame churches dot the countryside, often the heart of community life.
- Hunting Camps Deer and turkey hunting camps are a cherished tradition in the wooded hills.
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Nearby
Every areaLaGrangeGeorgiaA river valley of warm welcomesAlexander CityAlabamaWhere the lake meets the pinesAuburn–OpelikaAlabamaWhere the Plains meet Southern heartAnnistonAlabamaFoothills, friendly faces, and a slower pace.TalladegaAlabamaWhere the roar of engines meets the quiet of marble.ColumbusGeorgiaWhere the river meets the red clay.CedartownGeorgiaWhere the trail winds through friendly streetsThomastonGeorgiaWhere the red clay meets the Flint River.
Randolph, Cleburne and Clay counties, AL. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.