Gilbert Grosvenor Visitor Center
Facility · Alabama ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Russell Cave National Monument (National Monument) · Open Access
- 666 ft
- Elevation
Begin your exploration of the park in the visitor center. Pick up a park brochure for more information about the cave shelter and hiking trails. Watch a 7 minute film about the early inhabitants of Russell Cave and view the artifacts that were excavated from the cave shelter. Check out the Eastern National bookstore that has an assortment of books and souvenirs for adults and children.
Getting there
From US-72, turn left onto Co Rd 75 and follow for 1 mile. Turn right onto Co Rd 98 and follow for 3.7 miles. The entrance to Russell Cave National Monument will be on the left.
34.97865, -85.80992 · 34°58'43.1"N 85°48'35.7"W
Typical weather
Typically 88°F in Jul, down to 48°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 48 | 53 | 62 | 71 | 78 | 85 | 88 | 87 | 82 | 72 | 60 | 51 |
| Low °F | 29 | 32 | 39 | 46 | 56 | 64 | 68 | 66 | 60 | 48 | 38 | 32 |
| Precip in | 5.6 | 5.7 | 5.7 | 5.7 | 4.2 | 4.8 | 5.4 | 4.0 | 4.4 | 3.6 | 4.9 | 6.2 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 0.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Gilbert Grosvenor Visitor Center
- Can you reserve a site at Gilbert Grosvenor Visitor Center?
- No. Gilbert Grosvenor Visitor Center is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Phone (256) 495-2672
- Email RUCA_Information@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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