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Russell Cave National Monument

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Russell Cave National Monument is an archeological treasure containing evidence as to how prehistoric Indians lived in the Southeast for almost 10,000 years. Virtually, no other place in the region holds such a rich record offering clues to how prehistoric Indians fed, clothed and protected themselves.


Contact Information

3729 County Road 98
Bridgeport, AL 35740
256-495-2672 - Visitor Information


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Getting There

By Plane
Chattanooga, TN has the nearest airport and car rental possibilities.

By Car
The park is located 5 miles west of U.S. Hwy. 72. From U.S. Hwy 72 follow county road 75 north 1 mile to county road 98, then follow county road 98 north 4 miles to the park entrance.

Getting Around
You can walk to any part of the park.

Weather

Summers are generally hot and humid. Winters are generally mild.


Activities

Here are some of the activities that are offered at Mount Rainier National Park.
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  • Educational Programs
  • Hiking
  • Bird Watching
  • Nature Walks

Recommended Activities
Park Rangers give guided tours of the cave shelter. Call ahead for cultural education programming designed for, but not limited to school and scouting groups. One mile hiking trail,one half mile nature trail, a selection of videos, Prehistoric tools and weapons demonstrations including flintknapping (making of arrowheads), atlatl use (ranger will demonstrate the proper way to throw a spear with an atlatl), and fire building as the prehistoric Indians did in past.


 
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