Vulcan Trail
1700 Valley View Dr, Birmingham, AL 35209
1.7 miles of trails
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- Park
- Vulcan Trail
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Coordinates
- 33.4889, -86.8128
- Trail miles
- 1.7
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Casual visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1,240 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 5.9 / 10 — Decent
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:No
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 1,240 reviewers
- · Real shade
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Gear up for Vulcan Trail
Affiliate · earns us a coffee at no cost to you- 💧Collapsible water bowl + 32oz bottle
No water on-site at this park — bring at least 32oz per dog.
- 🥾30-ft training long line
Long parks like this beg for a long line — distance freedom while still attached.
- 🗑️Compostable poop bags + clip dispenser
Trail-tested compostable bags + a leash-clip holder you'll never forget.
Dog policy
1.7-mile paved trail along Red Mountain ridge near Vulcan statue. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Parking
- Trash cans
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