Russell Cave National Monument
National Monument ยท Alabama
NPS Photo / Mary Dawson
310 acres in Alabama (US) managed by the National Park Service
Russell Cave National Monument is a U.S. national monument in northeastern Alabama, United States, close to the city of Bridgeport. The monument was established on May 11, 1961, when 310ย acres (1.3ย km2) of land were donated by the National Geographic Society to the American people. It is now administered and maintained by the National Park Service. The national monument was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 15, 1966.
About Russell Cave National Monument
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.
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Operating Hours
Russell Cave National Monument
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.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| 8:00AM - 4:30PM | 8:00AM - 4:30PM | 8:00AM - 4:30PM | 8:00AM - 4:30PM | 8:00AM - 4:30PM | 8:00AM - 4:30PM | 8:00AM - 4:30PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Russell Cave National Monument?
Russell Cave National Monument is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Russell Cave National Monument?
Popular activities at Russell Cave National Monument include: Guided Tours, Hiking, Front-Country Hiking, Living History, Historic Weapons Demonstration, Junior Ranger Program, Wildlife Watching, Birdwatching.
What is the weather like at Russell Cave National Monument?
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. Snowfall varies, but only lasts a few days per event.
How do I get to Russell Cave National Monument?
Russell Cave National Monument is located at 3729 County Road 98 in Bridgeport, Alabama. It is situated in the northeast corner of Alabama, just south of the Tennessee state line.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
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. Snowfall varies, but only lasts a few days per event.
Directions
Russell Cave National Monument is located at 3729 County Road 98 in Bridgeport, Alabama. It is situated in the northeast corner of Alabama, just south of the Tennessee state line.
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