List of National Natural Landmarks in Alabama


There are seven National Natural Landmarks in the U.S. state of Alabama.
NameImageDateLocationCountyOwnershipDescription
Beaverdam Creek SwampMadison
LimestoneFederal A tupelo gum swamp in an unusual inland location.
Cathedral CavernsGrant
JacksonStateA long cave which includes Goliath, a stalagmite.
Dismals CanyonHackleburg
FranklinPrivateThis sandstone gorge is one of few places worldwide where the dismalites gather. Their bioluminescent glow can be seen on night tours in this natural conservatory.
Mobile Tensaw River Bottom LandsSpanish Fort
Baldwin, Mobile, and WashingtonMixed- federal, state, & privateThe second largest river delta in the US, this site has a wide range of habitats and wildlife. The Bartam Canoe Trail goes through the delta.
Newsome Sinks Karst AreaUnion Hill
MorganPrivateAn area hollowed out by more than 40 caves, with over of known passages.
Red Mountain Expressway CutBirmingham
JeffersonMunicipal Part of Red Mountain Park, this expressway cut through Red Mountain and exposes a rich view into geological history.
Shelta CaveHuntsville
MadisonPrivateThis cave was a dance hall before it became the home of the National Speleological Society There are over nine species of cave dwelling animals that were first discovered here.