
Overview
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.
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.
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Things to do

Work through activities to learn about Russell Cave and earn your Junior Ranger Badge today.
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Bring your pet along with you and earn your own B.A.R.K. Ranger tag.
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Learn about what activities are and are not permitted while visiting the park.
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Adventure up the strenuous 1.2-mile nature trail to see the plants and landscape that prehistoric people would have been interacting with while living at Russell Cave.
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Russell Cave Film 7 minutes
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Temporary exhibit on display
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