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    Did the easy hike sipsey river was easy and peaceful quiet serene loved it!! On the driving saw a few baby cayote cute

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    Valhermoso Springs Historical Marker - Historical marker

    Valhermoso Springs Historical Marker

    4.5(2 reviews)
    47.3 mi

    I found this while driving back and forth between Huntsville and Birmingham. You'd hardly notice it…read moreexcept a tiny green "historical marker 1500 feet" sign. There is a small pull over area and the marker so you can stop and read about it. It was erected in 2000 and reads, "The restorative qualities of the mineral springs here attracted settlement in the early 1800s. Variously known as Chunn Springs (after Lancelot Chunn) and Manning Springs (after Robert Manning), the spot was named for early developers of the resort where a hotel and surrounding cabins were erected between 1818 and 1823. By 1834, when the first post office was established, it was called White Sulphur Springs. Jean Joseph Giers acquired the hotel and surrounding property in 1856, renaming it "Valhermoso Springs." Into the 20th century, travelers from all over the world came to the hotel and springs seeking relief from rheumatism, insomnia, consumption, and ailments of the skin, kidneys, stomach, and liver. The hotel closed in the 1920s and was destroyed by tornado in 1950."

    This is not a restaurant. It is merely a sign/marker that i believe it is a important for the…read morehistory of this area & the ones who live here still today. A reminder of exactly what it used to be. The springs still exist to some extent. There's also a grave yard of some of the ones who inherited & lived in this area. When I visited I wasn't sure where the spring may be located at. I would have liked to visit it, if I had. Family who owns the property may have removed the exact location for privacy purposes. Just a shame, but I'm certain they have their reasons.

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    Valhermoso Springs Historical Marker - There's also a green marker on the side of rd. I'll have to get a picture of next time.

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    There's also a green marker on the side of rd. I'll have to get a picture of next time.

    Sloss Furnaces

    Sloss Furnaces

    4.6(100 reviews)
    57.0 mi

    I wish I could share more about this place, but unfortunately it was closed on Monday -- the only…read moreday we were in Birmingham. Since we couldn't go inside, I decided to walk across the nearby bridge to at least get a view from a distance. When it's closed, there really isn't a way to get much closer, so you're limited to exterior views only. From the photos and reviews others have posted, it looks like a really cool and educational spot, especially if you're interested in industrial history. It seems like the tours give you a great glimpse into what factory life looked like back when it was one of the biggest steel suppliers in the U.S. Knowing it operated for around 90 years before shutting down in 1971 makes it even more fascinating. Even though I didn't get the full experience, the scale of the structures and the history behind the site were still impressive from afar. I'd definitely plan to return on a day they're open to properly explore it -- it looks like a unique and worthwhile stop if you're in town.

    I enjoyed my recent visit to Sloss Furnaces (04/19/25). Although I wasn't here very long, I…read moreappreciated the beauty of this historical landmark. A group that I am involved with , the bham babes had their annual picnic here. The grounds are well managed and the sculptures I saw were amazing! I highly recommend planning a visit here. Per their website, they offer guided tours Tues-Sat 10:30-2:00. I definitely plan on returning to learn more about the history of Birmingham, Al.

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    Sloss Furnaces - Ty is the kind of guide every historic site needs--passionate, knowledgeable, and full of stories that make the past come alive.

    Ty is the kind of guide every historic site needs--passionate, knowledgeable, and full of stories that make the past come alive.

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    Historic Five Points South

    Historic Five Points South

    5.0(1 review)
    57.9 mi

    When I think of Five Points South, I always think of the famous Frank Fleming sculpture fountain!…read moreIt was installed in 1992 and is entitled "The Storyteller." It honors the life of pre-Columbian art dealer and anthropologist Malcolm McRae and was commissioned by his Mother, Jane. Jane had proposed dedicating a public garden in front of their church, Highlands Methodist Church at Five Points Circle, in his memory. With the encouragement of Cecil Roberts and Mayor Richard Arrington (and his assistant Ann Adams), her idea blossomed into a public commission for a sculptural fountain. The sculpture's Ram represents McRae. This area was incorporated as the Town of Highland in 1887, and today is lauded as a vibrant, retail, entertainment district, and a premier neighborhood and culinary destination. It is known for its annual St. Patrick's parade. I always thought 5 Points South was just the intersection of five streets at the sculptural fountain; however, it is more expansive than I knew! 5 Points' restaurants include Highlands Bar and Grill, Hot and Hot Fish Club, Bottega, Galley & Garden, and Ocean. I've enjoyed dining at Bottega, Hot and Hot, and Ocean. Zydeco is a fun 3-level concert venue and bar I've frequented over the years. In town for a special occasion, I got my hair blown out and styled in Five Points. There is a Historic Five Points Walking Tour that focuses on the historical and architectural nature of the area's temples, churches, apartment buildings, and more. It truly is a walkable part of Birmingham! You can download the brochure at https://fivepointsbham.com/wpcontent/uploads/2018/10/walking-tour.pdf

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    Historic Five Points South
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    Bankhead National Forest - landmarks - Updated May 2026

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