The Alabama Trails Foundation, in partnership with Alabama Power, announced the installation of a commemorative Year of Alabama Trails sign at Ten Islands Historical Park in St. Clair County.
The signage focuses on the statewide effort to highlight Alabama’s diverse outdoor recreation landscapes. The new signage serves as another invitation for residents and visitors to explore the natural beauty and historical significance of the Coosa River region and invites people to explore some of the more than 120,000 acres of land preserved and protected by Alabama Power.
Ten Islands Historical Park, situated on the shores of Neely Henry Lake, was selected because it offers an exceptional blend of recreational opportunities and a deep-rooted history. The day-use park offers walking trails, picnicking, fishing, birding opportunities and water access, making it an important place in the local community’s outdoor life. It is also a historic location. It was the Creek Indians who first named the site Oti Palin – or Ten Island – after a series of islands along several miles of the Coosa River…