Choctaw County

Choctaw County is an administrative division in southwestern Alabama situated between the Tombigbee River and the Mississippi border. The region features dense woodlands and Bladon Springs, a natural mineral spring area that draws visitors seeking its waters.

Established on December 29, 1847, the county received its name from the Choctaw Nation that inhabited the region before American settlement. This foundation shaped the character of the territory from its earliest days.

The area carries the name of the Choctaw Nation that once lived here. Walking through the county today, visitors encounter reminders of this ancestral presence in place names and local narratives.

The county is best explored for outdoor experiences due to its extensive forested areas. Visitors should prepare for rural conditions and plan accordingly when exploring the region.

Gilbertown holds the distinction of being home to Alabama's first producing oil well, marking an important moment in the state's industrial history. The discovery of Basilosaurus Cetoides, the state fossil, at a site within the county further highlights the area's geological importance.

Location: Alabama

Inception: December 29, 1847

Capital city: Butler

Elevation above the sea: 123 m

Shares border with: Sumter County, Clarke County, Marengo County, Washington County, Wayne County, Lauderdale County

Website: https://choctawcountyal.org

GPS coordinates: 32.02028,-88.26306

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06