Vulcan Park And Museum
Vulcan Park is home to the world"s largest cast iron statue and features spectacular panoramic views of Birmingham and opportunity to hear the story of Birmingham"s past, present and promise for the future. Vulcan, the Ro... alabama.travel
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
The 67-acre botanical gardens make for an idyllic natural setting to take your grandchildren. The more than 25 individual garden settings present a feast for the senses. A terrific way to spend the day there is to bring... grandparents.com
Aldridge Botanical Gardens
A host of outdoor activities are available for you and your grandchildren at this pristine, 30-acre site. Walk the beautifully maintained gardens and marvel at all the blooming flowers and the 175 species of hydrangeas ... grandparents.com
Alabama Wildlife Refuges
- Alabama's geography can be split into three regions: the northern region, which contain the southern ranges of the Appalachian Mountains; the central highlands, which are mainly forested areas; and the southern coastal p... wildernet.com
Alabama National Forests & Parks
- Alabama's four national forests, the Bankhead, Conecuh, Talladega, and Tuskegee National Forests encompass over 664,000 acres of public land. These Forests stretch across portions of the Cumberland Plateau, Appalachian M... wildernet.com
Alabama Scenic Byways
- America's Byways in Alabama include the Natchez Trace Parkway, the Selma to Montgomery March Byway and the Talladega Scenic Drive. The Natchez Trace Parkway tells the story of people on the move, the story of the age-old... wildernet.com
Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark
Located at First Avenue North and 32nd Street, Sloss Furnace is literally the birthplace of the city of Birmingham. The furnaces, restored in 1983, were constructed in 1882 and produced steel for more than 90 years. In... mytravelguide.com
Alabama Lakes & Reservoirs
- Alabama's lakes and reservoirs includes everything from large reservoirs of thousands of acres to small several acre ponds. Most of the lakes and reservoirs listed here are managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers and t... wildernet.com
Alabama Regions
- Alabama is divided into four separate regions: North Alabama, Central Alabama, Southeast Alabama, and the Gulf Coast. The recreation attractions in the state have been divided into these regions. wildernet.com
Homewood Central Park
Birmingham Parent magazine voted this the best public park in the city, a clue that this is a terrific place to play with your grandchildren. Pick up a picnic of hot dogs and sandwiches on the way and eat outside togeth... grandparents.com
Red Mountain Park
New trail being built by "The Friends of Red Mountain" Mostly single track and some double track. Take off from the culdesac area to the right and follow the trail up about 500 feet and follow to the the sharp right. Be... singletracks.com