Beautiful trail in a scenic setting. There are some moderate hills, but nothing too tough. There…read moreare several tunnels under roadways that allow for a continuous path. I cycled the trail from end to end and absolutely loved it!

So happy we found this trail. It's my new favorite! The directions on Yelp will take you right to…read morethe parking area. From there you walk on the sidewalk till you get to where the trail goes off to the right and down the hill. The trail is wide and flat and paved. On this particular day, we saw walkers with and without dogs and joggers and someone with a stroller. Very shady through a lot but not all of it. Benches here and there to take a break. A few cool tunnels to walk through that the kiddos will love. Round trip from the parking area was 3 miles. Can't wait to come back. The dogs loved it!

Next to a golf course and a railroad, the Ross Bridge Historical Park has an easy hiking/biking…read moretrail and a small creek covered by native plants. I visit this park once in a while to walk my dog or take photos of passing freight trains. There is limited parking space at the entrance, which deserves some attention.

This is a nice trail at Ross Bridge. You can park next to the road. Trail is paved for part of the…read moreway, then it's gravel, then grass. Well shaded, this is a good place to go for a walk with or without dogs. Very pretty. There are bridges and a stream runs in the middle. There's a little wooden train and a small play area for little ones. Quiet and peaceful except for when the train goes by. We like walking our dogs here.

Please have some good shoes and a hiking stick or trekking pole because you will need both. The…read moretrails are well maintained but quickly up in difficulty levels. I appreciate this. Everyone else may not though so it is something to be mindful of. Parking is a breeze, bathrooms are easily accessible, park is beautiful.

This was my first hike of the year and it did not disappoint It's a rather new park so everything…read moreis clean and shiny. There's plenty of parking spaces and bathrooms right at the trailhead. There's also a nice sized pavilion that can be used to have lunch or prep yourself before hitting the trails. Prepare yourself for an UPHILL trek! There's an easy peasy beginner trail that makes a small loop, but the trails begin to branch off once you make it up the initial hill. Thankfully the trails are well maintained, so the hill is pretty level, but it is very steep! People also ride horses in the park so watch out for poop.

Ruffner Mountain was a great stop during our four‑day girls hiking trip in Alabama. Since we…read moreplanned to tackle a big 23‑mile hike the following day, we decided not to hike the entire park and instead kept it to about three miles. Even with a shorter hike, we were still able to experience and enjoy the park and its trails. My favorite part was Cambrian Overlook. Even though I'm scared of heights, I knew I had to push myself to the edge of the cliff to take in the view--and I'm so glad I did. The scenery was absolutely gorgeous and worth every bit of bravery it took to snap a photo. If I find myself back in the area, I would definitely be open to returning and exploring more of what the park has to offer. It's a beautiful spot and a great option for hikers of all levels.

Ample parking close by trail ($5; can pay by Park Mobile app). The there multiple trails to choose…read morefrom that are well marked and well maintained. There are restrooms on site.

Well well well. Finally made it to the Vulcan walking trail. This trail did not disappoint. I was…read moresurprised at the number of people on the trail, but all seemed pleasant. I thought that it was interesting that the apartments below the trail had stairs leading up to the trail. Nice benefit to living in the area. I noticed a few of the residents heading up and down the trail with their dogs. Yes, this is a pet friendly trail with waste bins along the trail. The trail seems well maintained without being manicured. The overgrowth of brush is seen along the path without impeding the trail. The views over the city is great when walking, running or walking is nice. Great trail for bike riding, leisurely walks or increased cardio workouts. Bring your kids, pets and or family to capture some city views and get in a good workout. I will be back, definitely wearing a hat! The sun is bright up there!!

I'm a recent transplant to Alabama and have been wanting to check out the Vulcan Trail. It's paved…read moreand flat (or at least the one mile i walked up and back was). I saw several people walking along, a couple joggers and one person with a dog. Everyone was polite and respectful. I did have a gentleman stop and warn me about a man that was up the trail a bit that could potentially be troublesome or make me uneasy. I really appreciated him warning me and telling me to be safe. Aside from that, I had no concerns walking the trail alone. I took in all the beautiful city views and the random flowers along the way. I do wish it was kept up a bit better, however. There are downed trees that have been cut but not cleared, a trash can fallen over, etc It's a great place to get some movement in and take in the views!

I have always been a big fan of Lakeshore Trail since my now 20+ year olds were little. The trail…read moreis long and paved and perfect for bikers, walkers, and families with young kids. Shades Creek runs along the side of the trail, so it is pretty. Along the way, there are plenty of entrances and parking lots, but because of the large, beautiful trees, the concrete and asphalt are hidden from the trail, and there is a lot of shade. My only wish is that, because of the distance of the trail, that they would put a few port a potties along the way.

I come out here a lot!! It is very shaded and the miles were marked to help you keep up! As a…read morewoman, I feel completely safe coming out here alone. There are always lots of people out! If you are looking for a safe, long walking trial then this is it!

The best trail ever. Follows Yellowleaf Creak for nearly 2 miles. Mostly level and now accessible…read morefrom a new park as well as the small trailhead parking area. My favorite trail in Alabama!

This was my first time at this park. I was recently here for my nephew's soccer game versus a team…read morefrom Tennessee. The soccer field we played on was oddly designed. Parking was a little tricky but we made our own parking spot. Overall, a decent park with several fields.

This is a great neighborhood park with access to Shades Creek. It's does 2 things really well…read more Number one it is an educational historical site and secondly it serves as a connector trail. It does these two things phenomenally well. There are a few benches, trash bins, doggie bags, educational signage, and parallel parking. The trail connects to the overall system of Mountain Brook Sidewalks and Trails and is part of the Red Rock Ridge & Valley Trail System. So if you're coming to run here be prepared to do some sidewalk running as well to get decent miles in. It's a nice change of scenery, but not really a destination park.

Very quick trail 0.58 miles! Nice view! Nice atmosphere! Somewhere for a slight walk! The…read moreneighborhood is nice! The neighbors are nice!