Outdoor Activities

That feeling of the cool, smooth dirt between your toes.Maybe the sound of crystal clear water pouring over the mossy rocks as it bubbles past you.Could be the smell of a sea breeze, filling your lungs with the salty...

Strawberry season has hit Birmingham, which means now's the time to get your hands on the freshest, most delicious strawberries of the year! Whether you prefer to grab a pre-picked basket or make it a memorable u-pick experience with...

Sitting at the tailend of the Appalachian foothills, Birmingham, takes pride in its natural beauty and cultivated miles of trail systems. Hiking with kids, especially young ones, isn't always easy; but fortunately, there are many family-friendly (and dog-friendly) trails...

With our newly discovered family hobby of bike-riding came the question of where do we ride our bikes other than our neighborhood? We have a lot of hills that are difficult for me, so I know it's hard for...

If there are any other moms out there looking to get their steps in and try some new fun parks and playgrounds, there are our lots of places to walk with kiddos. Most places you can get a good,...

There are so many great places for a family to take a vacation near Birmingham, Alabama. Amazing cities await just within a short drive of our city. Here are the 8 best road trips from Birmingham... 1. Atlanta Atlanta, Georgia is...

Pack your sunscreen, your favorite swimsuit, a good read and your best floppy hat because we're going to the beach! Lucky for Birmingham residents who are already thinking about summer vacation or spring break, there are many drivable beaches from...

Welcome to the Ultimate Guide to Birmingham Parks and Playgrounds presented by Alabama Family Central! Birmingham has so many wonderful parks and playgrounds to offer. Please let us know if we've left your favorite off this list as we...