In 2002 Guntersville was selected as Alabama's #1 Intimate Getaway in a poll cond
ucted by the Alabama Bureau of Tourism and Travel. Guntersville is one of the most breathtaking and versatile resort areas in the South and one of the finest sport fishing lakes in America. Guntersville rests peacefully at the base of the majestic mountains of the Appalachian range. Travelers from all over the world marvel at the spectacular natural beauty and colorful panorama offered by 950 miles of winding shoreline and 69,000 acres of the sparkling, fun filled waters of Lake Guntersville. The beautiful lake offers excellent boating, fishing, skiing, and swimming. In addition to the fabulous water activities, we also offer wonderful golfing opportunities in the area. There are four golf courses located in Guntersville: Broken Arrow, Gunter's Landing, Lake Guntersville State Park and Stoney Mountain.
The Guntersville Public Lib
rary, Mountain Valley Council on the Arts, The Whole Backstage and Guntersville Museum and Cultural Center all offer programs and services that appeal to people of all ages and interests. Theater enthusiasts will marvel at the newly renovated Whole Backstage Community Theater. The Whole Backstage has built a reputation for excellence over the last thirty years. The theater is a vital part of the artistic community. The Whole Backstage presents plays throughout the year, offering something for everyone's taste. Over the last few years they have presented Camelot, Steel Magnolias, The Sound of Music, A Christmas Carol, To Kill A Mockingbird and It's A Wonderful Life.
Lake Guntersville State Park, located seven miles from downtown Guntersville, the State Park offers camping, a recently renovated hotel and conference center, lakeside cabins, or mountain chalets. The State Park also offers visitors a beautiful golf course, birding sites, and several hiking trails.
Cathedral Caverns State Park is a 15 minute drive north of Guntersville. Cathedral Caverns is home to the world's largest stalagmite, largest cavern entrance, largest stalagmite forest, and largest frozen waterfall.
BASS Fishing is big business in Guntersville. Numerous fishing tournaments are held on Lake Guntersville every year. Over the years, Guntersville has proudly hosted over 30 BASSMASTER events. In the last few years, Guntersville has received ntional publicity, as ESPN airs an hour-long program on the Guntersville tournaments.
Birding Trail - Guntersville is home to 3 sites on the North Alabama Birding Trail. On the Guntersville sites you might see Red-breasted Mergansers, Lesser Scaup, Gadwalls, as well as Common Loons, Hooded Grebes, and Red-necked Grebes. Other species to look for during the year include Double crested Cormorant, Osprey, and the Bald Eagle, all of which nest nearby.
Parks and Recreation Department - The Guntersville Parks and Recreation Department offer an Olympic-sized pool, lighted tennis courts, baseball and softball fields, a gymnasium, meeting rooms, parks, playgrounds, walking trails and bicycle trails. Guntersville offers numerous city parks totaling 175 acres along the lake. Lakeside park facilities include: a new boat docking area, a beach and designated swimming areas, a public fishing pier, boat launches, and picnic areas.
