Alabama park closures & advisories

12 current advisories — including 8 full closures across Alabama's state parks and national parks. Confirm with the park before you go.

Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument

Closure

National Park Service

The 1954 wing of the A.G. Gaston Motel is closed for renovation. Visit the Temporary Visitor Center in the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute at 520 16th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203 open Wednesday–Friday 10 am to 4 pm. The construction is expected to take 18 months. When completed the site will increase accessibility wit…

Updated Aug 17, 2026Official notice ↗

Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

Closure

National Park Service

The Rocky Springs section is closed from the Rocky Springs campground at milepost 55 to the northern terminus at milepost 59 until further notice. Visitors should observe posted closures. The trail is unsafe due to trail erosion and deteriorated bridges.

Updated Sep 4, 2024

Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail

Closure

National Park Service

The Yockanookany section of the Natchez Trace National Scenic Trail is closed to equestrian use effective immediately, due to safety concerns with trail bridges and boardwalks. The trail will remain open to pedestrians.

Updated Oct 26, 2019Official notice ↗

Natchez Trace Parkway

Closure

National Park Service

Closures may occur due to inclement weather, construction projects, or other emergency conditions. Please visit the linked page for information about current closures.

Updated Aug 3, 2026Official notice ↗

Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail

Closure

National Park Service

Our temporary location for the Selma Interpretive Center is closed until further notice. The Lowndes and Montgomery Interpretive Centers are open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. For additional information, call us at (334)877-1983 or click "more>" below.

Updated Aug 13, 2026Official notice ↗

Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail

Closure

National Park Service

The Selma Interpretive Center will remain closed to the public due to major renovations; project completion is expected in 2028. There are two other unaffected visitor centers offering services: Montgomery Interpretive Center (1521 Harris Way, Montgomery, AL 36106) Lowndes Interpretive Center (7002 US-80, Hayneville, A…

Updated Aug 12, 2026Official notice ↗

Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site

Closure

National Park Service

The parking lot located next to The Oaks will be temporarily closed Monday, September 21, and Tuesday, September 22, due to maintenance work. Alternative parking for visitors to Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site is available at the George Washington Carver Museum parking deck, located behind the Kellogg Hotel a…

Updated Sep 18, 2026

Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site

Closure

National Park Service

The Oaks, the historic home of Booker T. Washington is closed to visitors due to an ongoing preservation and rehabilitation project. The project will be completed in phases, with Phase 1 focused on restoration and preservation, including exterior improvements to the historic home. Phase 1 is expected to be completed in…

Updated Sep 18, 2026Official notice ↗

Little River Canyon National Preserve

Alert

National Park Service

Be careful and safe while out in the canyon! Be cautious of your surroundings, don't cliff jump, don't stray off of the main trails, and don't get too close to Little River Falls or the canyon rim. These activities could result in injury or death.

Updated Mar 23, 2023

Russell Cave National Monument

Information

National Park Service

The last section of boardwalk is closed for ADA accessibility. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Updated Jul 10, 2025

Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site

Information

National Park Service

Accessible parking is available at the George Washington Carver Museum and The Oaks. For George Washington Carver Museum, after receiving your visitor pass, enter Tuskegee University through Lincoln Gates on Booker T. Washington Boulevard. Pass Margaret Murray Washington Hall and the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center…

Updated Sep 2, 2026

Tuskegee Institute National Historic Site

Information

National Park Service

All visitors to Tuskegee University, including those visiting the George Washington Carver Museum located on campus, are required to obtain a visitor pass before entering. This policy is part of the university's safety and security procedures. Visitor passes are issued by Tuskegee University Public Safety. Stop by the…

Updated Aug 31, 2026Official notice ↗

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