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Bamahenge: Alabama's Quirky Stonehenge Replica

Discover Alabama's quirky side with a visit to Bamahenge, a full-scale replica of Stonehenge nestled in the heart of Barber Marina.

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Bamahenge is a full-sized fiberglass replica of Stonehenge located in Elberta, Alabama. Created by artist Mark Cline, it offers a unique and quirky roadside attraction for those who can't make it to the original in England.

A brief summary to Bamahenge

  • Elberta, Alabama, 36530, US
  • Monday 12 am-12 am
  • Tuesday 12 am-12 am
  • Wednesday 12 am-12 am
  • Thursday 12 am-12 am
  • Friday 12 am-12 am
  • Saturday 12 am-12 am
  • Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

  • Combine your visit to Bamahenge with a scavenger hunt for the fiberglass dinosaurs hidden in the surrounding woods for a fun family activity [5].
  • Bring your camera to capture the unique photo opportunities at Bamahenge, especially during sunrise or sunset for dramatic lighting [5].
  • Check the alignment of Bamahenge with the summer solstice to witness the monument's astronomical accuracy [5].
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Getting There

  • Driving

    From Elberta, follow US-98 East for approximately 3 miles [5, 14]. Turn right onto Old County Road 95 and continue for about 5 miles [5, 14]. Turn right onto Fish Trap Road and drive for half a mile [5, 14]. Turn left at the Barber Marina sign onto Barber Parkway [5, 14]. Bamahenge will be visible on the right within a mile, set back from the road [5, 14]. Parking is available in a small gravel lot near the entrance path [5, 14]. There is no fee to park or visit Bamahenge [3, 5].

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Discover more about Bamahenge

Bamahenge, a peculiar and captivating roadside attraction, is a full-scale fiberglass replica of England's famed Stonehenge, nestled in the woods of Elberta, Alabama [4, 9, 10]. Created by artist Mark Cline in 2012, under commission from Alabama billionaire George Barber, it offers a whimsical and accessible experience of the ancient monument [3, 4, 9]. Standing at 21 feet tall and spanning 104 feet across, Bamahenge mirrors the dimensions and orientation of the original Stonehenge, even aligning with the summer solstice [4, 5, 9]. While not an exact replica, it captures the essence of the prehistoric structure with its arrangement of fiberglass stones [4]. Visitors can freely explore the site, offering a hands-on experience that contrasts with the more restricted access to the real Stonehenge [16]. Located on Barber Parkway, near Barber Marina, Bamahenge is easily accessible and free to visit [3, 5]. The surrounding area also features other unusual art installations, including fiberglass dinosaurs, adding to the area's quirky charm [3, 16]. Bamahenge provides a unique blend of art, history, and roadside oddity, making it a memorable stop for tourists and locals alike [5, 9].

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