Description: Shoal Creek Park, located near Montevallo in Shelby County, is an inviting and accessible destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The park features level, easy-to-traverse paths throughout the property, making it user-friendly for most visitors, though it may not be ideal for wheelchairs. Restroom facilities are available on-site.
A scenic creek runs through the front portion of the park, bordered by trees and opening into a spacious grassy area. The sides and back of the property feature open fields framed by additional tree lines—habitats that attract a wide variety of bird species. In fact, a recent visit by another group resulted in sightings of 50 different bird species in just a few hours!
Birds You May Encounter Include:
Eastern Bluebird
Northern Cardinal
Indigo Bunting
Red-shouldered Hawk
Carolina Chickadee
Yellow-breasted Chat
Great Blue Heron
Orchard Oriole
White-eyed Vireo
Eastern Towhee
Blue-gray Gnatcatcher
Summer Tanager
American Goldfinch
Shoals Creek Park Address: 2781 Hwy 119, Montevallo, AL 35115
*Note: Please come prepared for outdoor conditions. Sturdy shoes or sandals are recommended, along with sunscreen and bug spray. As with any natural setting, expect uneven ground, sticks, and the occasional encounter with native wildlife.
Trip Leaders: Marj Young (205-515-8394) and Susan Barrow
Please contact your trip leaders day of the event if assistance is needed. This excursion is weather dependent and will be canceled in the event of a forecast of a weather event or heavy rain. Please call or text the number listed above with any questions or concerns.
Photo Credit: Northern Cardinal // JoAnn-Graschberger