Tunnel Springs Rail Trail

•Tunnel Springs Rail Trail is located in North Monroe County connecting Tunnel Springs to Beatrice, Alabama.

•The Trail is geographically positioned between the Mobile and Montgomery metropolitan areas.

• It is in the Heart of Southwest Alabama, which is in need of outdoor recreational trails.

An Ideal Trail Location

Monroeville

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Quick Snapshot• The proposed length of the Trail is approximately 6+ miles.

• Historic railroad tunnel that spans approximately 500 ft. in length.

• Trail possesses three trestles, which span several streams, creeks, and ponds.

• Spans rural countryside that has not been accessible by the public.

• Opportunity exists to expand trail further to include other outdoor destinations and historical sites.

Tunnel Springs Rail Trail, Monroe County

Importance of Trail• Provides much-needed outdoor recreational opportunity for Monroe County and Southwest Alabama.

• Offers an opportunity to restore 100-year-old historic railroad tunnel and other sites along trail.

• Improves tourism and other economic impact factors for North Monroe County.

• Presents additional opportunities to promote environmental learning and conservation awareness.

Inside View of Tunnel, Tunnel Springs, Monroe County

Moving Forward

• Educating private property owners along the Trail for buy-in.

• Making desired physical improvements along the Trail.

• Implementing safety measures for trail users and stakeholders.

• Promoting the Trail to boost awareness and improve tourism.

• Creating a sustainability plan.

Burned Trestle, Tunnel Springs Rail Trail, Monroe County

MONROEVILLE/MONROE COUNTY, ALABAMA