Clanton is near the site of the geographic center of the U.S. state of Alabama. The area that would become Clanton was known as "Goose Pond" and nearby "Ranch" when Baker County (later renamed Chilton County) was founded on .

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These rankings are informed by Tripadvisor data—we consider traveler reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location. 1. Peach Park. The peach ice cream is creamy and full of peach chunks! 2. Clanton Peach Water Tower. It’s right off the highway and a fun little photo opportunity. It’s a little difficult to get up close to it.

The charming town of Clanton sits 52 miles south of Birmingham, Alabama. It was initially founded in 1868 and became known as “Goose Pond” by locals. In later years it was renamed after Confederate Brigadier James H. Clanton.

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The town was renamed Clanton in 1871 to honor Brig. Gen. James Holt Clanton, a veteran of the Mexican War and the Civil War, in the years when Democrats began to take control of the state from Reconstruction Republicans.

Expect a great stay at Hampton Inn by Hilton Clanton. Guests love our spacious rooms, free WiFi, free breakfast, and fitness center.

Clanton City Football is the official and only youth football program working in partnership with the City of Clanton. The goal is to provide a single, unified, positive, organized program centered on character, discipline, sportsmanship, and opportunity for every child who wants to play.