Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve
1214 81st St S, Birmingham, AL 35206
1,038 acres · 14 miles of trails
Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve covers 1,038 acres in urban Birmingham, Alabama, with 14 miles of trails for leashed dogs. The area provides shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans. Trails can be steep, so bring water for longer hikes.
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- Park
- Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Coordinates
- 33.5639, -86.7058
- Size
- 1,038 acres
- Trail miles
- 14
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (1,820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.8 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 1,820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 1,038 acres of room
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Dog policy
1,038-acre urban nature preserve. Leashed dogs on 14 miles of trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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