Three Caves: Huntsville's Limestone Legacy
Explore a historic limestone quarry transformed into a scenic hiking area and unique event venue in Huntsville's Monte Sano Nature Preserve.
Three Caves, a former limestone quarry in Huntsville, Alabama, is now a unique hiking area and event venue managed by the Land Trust of North Alabama. Despite its name, it isn't a natural cave system but rather a series of man-made caverns created by early 20th-century mining operations.
A brief summary to Land Trust of North Alabama: Three Caves
- 901 Kennamer Dr SE, Huntsville, Alabama, 35801, US
- +1256-534-5263
- Visit website
- Monday 7 am-7 pm
- Tuesday 7 am-7 pm
- Wednesday 7 am-7 pm
- Thursday 7 am-7 pm
- Friday 7 am-7 pm
- Saturday 7 am-7 pm
- Sunday 7 am-7 pm
Local tips
- Wear sturdy shoes for the gravel trails and uneven surfaces.
- Bring a bag chair if attending a concert or event.
- Check the Land Trust of North Alabama's website for upcoming events and trail closures.
- Explore the connecting trails in Monte Sano Nature Preserve for a longer hike.
Getting There
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Driving
From downtown Huntsville, head east on Governor's Drive SE. Turn left onto Kennamer Drive SE. Continue on Kennamer Drive SE until you reach 901 Kennamer Dr SE. The parking lot for Three Caves will be on your left. Parking is free and plentiful.
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Ride-Sharing
From downtown Huntsville, a taxi or ride-share (Uber/Lyft) to Three Caves will take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. The Mountain Springs Pool parking lot (905 Kennamer Dr SE), located next to Three Caves, is the designated drop-off and pick-up location for ride-sharing services. Expect to pay around $15-$25 for a one-way trip.
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