Leighton, AL
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- 564 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
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Leighton is a quiet town in Colbert County, set in northwest Alabama's Shoals area. It started in the 1800s as a small railroad and farming community, and it still holds onto that peaceful, rural character today. The Tennessee River flows just to the north, offering great fishing and boating close to home. With its laid-back pace and quick access to nearby Muscle Shoals and Florence, it offers plenty of open space while keeping everyday conveniences within easy reach.
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