Discover the Natural Wonders of Wheeler NWR: Rock House Caves and Bluffs

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from Huntsville, AL, take I-565 W toward Decatur. After about 10 miles, take exit 14 for AL-20 W toward Madison. Merge onto AL-20 W and continue for approximately 5 miles. Turn right onto Refuge Rd, and you'll reach Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge within a few minutes. There is no entrance fee to visit the Refuge.

• Car

  From Birmingham, AL, take I-65 N toward Huntsville. After about 95 miles, take exit 340 for I-565 E toward Huntsville. Continue on I-565 E for about 10 miles. Take exit 14 for AL-20 W toward Madison, and then turn right onto Refuge Rd. The destination will be on your right.

• Public Transportation

  Traveling via public transport can be challenging. You can take a Greyhound bus from Birmingham to Huntsville. Once in Huntsville, you will need a taxi or rideshare service (like Uber or Lyft) to reach Wheeler NWR, as public transit options to the Refuge are limited. The taxi fare from Huntsville to Wheeler NWR is approximately $30-$40.

• Car

  If you're coming from Decatur, AL, take AL-67 S toward Hartselle. After about 15 miles, merge onto I-565 E toward Huntsville. Take exit 14 for AL-20 W toward Madison, then turn right onto Refuge Rd. The refuge should be a short drive down Refuge Rd.