Russell Cave in Spring — Prehistoric people continuously used Russell Cave for over 10,000 years NPS Photo / Mary Dawson

Russell Cave National Monument

National Monument · Alabama · National Park Service

Russell Cave National Monument is an archeological site with one of the most complete records of prehistoric cultures in the Southeast. In the 1950s, archeologists uncovered a large quantity of artifacts representing 12,000 years of use in a single place. Although you cannot go in the cave, the discovered artifacts help bring to light many cultural developments of phenomenal human journeys.

Plan your visit

Trails & hiking

Hiking

Know before you go

Phone: 2564952672
Official site: www.nps.gov
Managed by: National Park Service

Getting there

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Things to do

Highlights: Archeology · Native American Heritage · Animals

Activities & features: Guided Tours · Front-Country Hiking · Living History · Historic Weapons Demonstration · Junior Ranger Program · Wildlife Watching · Birdwatching · Museum Exhibits · Shopping · Bookstore and Park Store