Closure
Parking Lot Closed October 27-28, 2026
Our parking lot will be closed to the public on October 27-28, 2026.
Posted or updated Oct 13, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
National Monument
Russell Cave National Monument
Russell Cave National Monument is a National Monument in Alabama. The NPS currently lists 3 active alerts (1 closure), 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.
Alabama National Monument No entrance fee
Updated · NPS Data API
About the park
“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.”
Active alerts
3
Closures
1
Campgrounds
0
Visitor centers
1
Current alerts and closures
3 active NPS alerts as of Oct 28, 2026: 1 closure, 0 danger, 1 caution and 1 information.
Caution
Bridge Work
On Monday, October 19, work will be taking place on the bridge leading into the park. Please use caution while driving and watch for workers in the area. The park will remain accessible to visitors. Thank you for your understanding
Posted or updated Oct 13, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Information
Portion of the boardwalk is closed
The last section of boardwalk is closed for ADA accessibility. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Posted or updated Jul 10, 2025 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Entrance fees and passes
This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.
Things to do
Become a Russell Cave Junior Ranger
Work through activities to learn about Russell Cave and earn your Junior Ranger Badge today.
1-2 Hours Year-round Pets allowed
Earn Your Russell Cave B.A.R.K Ranger Badge
Bring your pet along with you and earn your own B.A.R.K. Ranger tag.
5-120 Minutes Year-round Pets allowed
Pack a Picnic and Make a Day of it
Learn about what activities are and are not permitted while visiting the park.
Year-round Pets allowed
See all 6 things to do in Russell Cave →
Activities the NPS lists for Russell Cave.
Guided ToursHikingFront-Country HikingLiving HistoryHistoric Weapons DemonstrationJunior Ranger ProgramWildlife WatchingBirdwatchingMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park Store
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Operating hours
The park is closed on New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. All operating hours are in central time and the main gate into the park closes at 4:30 pm.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Thursday | 8:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Friday | 8:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Saturday | 8:00AM - 4:30PM |
| Sunday | 8:00AM - 4:30PM |
Weather: The weather in Bridgeport, Alabama is mild. The average temperature in the winter is in the low 50's. The average summer temperature is in the high 80's. We receive about 50 inches of rain each year.
Contact and directions
- Phone
- 2564952672
- [email protected]
- Address
- 3729 County Road 98, Bridgeport, AL 35740
- Coordinates
- 34.9740, -85.8156· View on OpenStreetMap
Visitor centers
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert Grosvenor Visitor Center | Daily: 8:30AM - 4:00PM | 256-495-2672 | Yes |
Campgrounds
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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Sources
- Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
- Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/ruca/index.htm
- Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.