Wheeler NWR - Cave Springs Truck Trail East, Decatur, AL 35603
About the Business
Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge - Cave Springs, located in Decatur, Alabama, is a beautiful park and tourist attraction that offers a variety of recreational opportunities for visitors. Please note that the gravel road between the I-65 bridges is currently closed due to bridge rehabilitation work, but other areas of the refuge remain open for foot and bicycle traffic.
The refuge is home to a diverse range of wildlife and offers a peaceful retreat for those looking to connect with nature. The Visitor Center and Observation Building are great starting points for exploring the refuge, where you can pick up information on hunting permits, regulations, maps, and trail guides.
Established in 1938 as a wintering area for migratory birds, Wheeler NWR is now a vital habitat for thousands of waterfowl and cranes each year. The refuge is also home to the endangered whooping crane, making it a special place for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.
Refuge staff work diligently to manage and enhance the habitat to support a wide variety of plants and wildlife. The refuge serves as a breeding ground for migratory birds and provides important nesting sites for neotropical migrant birds and resident wildlife.
Explore our digital library for more information on the refuge and its conservation efforts. Wheeler NWR is dedicated to conserving and protecting fish, wildlife, and their habitats for the benefit of all Americans. Please note that links to external websites do not constitute endorsement by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
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"Beautiful little cave and springs that turns into a cute little creek with beaver dams. Very easy to get to … with a short walk"
"Super cool place to check out. One of the spots left in the US that is a place that endangered Grey Bats reside."
"Really piecefull and pretty to explore and experience 2 big caves"
"It is a pleasant place just walking. It is a gravel road for cars, but you can walk in nature as much as possible. The caves are so small that they are difficult to enter, but you can feel pure just by listening to the water. As I followed the road, I arrived at the bay where the small shells were launched. The road is gravel, so a big van is advantageous."
"Very easy to get to if you take the trail on the right as you pull onto Muscle Camp Rd. About 70 to 100 yard walk to cave with terrain being well packed down and nice wide clean trail. You will have to walk both up and down hill but not horrible by no means."
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