Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve
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Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve is a 1,011 acres nature park and a certified wildlife habitat located in Birmingham, Alabama. Within the park there are over 550 species of plant, 450 species of animals, and is an important stop-over for migratory birds. The visitor center offer close glimpses of snakes, turtles, owls and other wildlife. Ruffner Mountain was home to iron ore mines and stone quarries, supplying the Birmingham steel mills. The preserve contains over 12 miles of hiking trails.
Area
43560 sq-ft
1,011 acres
1,011 acres
Trails
17 trails
12 miles
12 miles
Camping
0 Sites
Park information current as of April 13, 2014
Disclaimer: We do our best to provide accurate information; however, we do make mistakes. Always check the trail, park, or place's website before starting your journey. We want you to have a safe and enjoyable trip. Due to regular changes, we cannot be held responsible for inaccuracies throughout our site.
Disclaimer: We do our best to provide accurate information; however, we do make mistakes. Always check the trail, park, or place's website before starting your journey. We want you to have a safe and enjoyable trip. Due to regular changes, we cannot be held responsible for inaccuracies throughout our site.