Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve - Fackler, Alabama

Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve is a nature preserve and popular tourist attraction located in Fackler, Alabama. The preserve's address is 3407 Co Rd 111, Fackler, AL 35746. While a phone number is not listed on their website, they can be contacted through their website permits.scci.org.

One of the unique features of Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve is its wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible parking lot, making it possible for everyone to enjoy the beauty of the cave and surrounding nature. The preserve also offers picnic tables for visitors to use, making it a great spot for a family outing or a day trip with friends.

When planning a visit to Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve, it is recommended to get tickets in advance to ensure entry, as the preserve has a limit on the number of visitors per day. This can be done through their website.

Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve has received many positive reviews from visitors, with a 4.8/5 average rating based on 145 reviews on Google My Business. Visitors have praised the preserve for its beauty, unique features, and accessible facilities.

Reviews of Tumbling Rock Cave Preserve

MG Phil

5/5

What a phenomenal experience! There was an "open house" supported by experienced cavers this weekend, August 10th 2024. These volunteers outfitted us with helmets and lamps (very necessary), explained a few things, then off we went! This is NOT a cultivated cave like Cathedral Caverns; it's pretty raw and wild with no lighting or "fixed" paths. There is a route through the cave where the volunteers were posted to direct and assist (assist me they did!), thankfully for us novices. There are creatures that live there, so keep an eye out to look but not touch. A huge thank you to those volunteers! Without you, we would not have been able to "tour" this cave! I want to give a big thank you to John who saved me from the creek, just a little excitement when exiting. A thank you, also, to Lily and her mom for the safety tips. And finally, besides a helmet & light, bring extra lighting (flashlights), wear boots and knee pads, and clothing you won't mind getting wet and muddy! Have fun! We sure did!

Blair Bauer

5/5

I visited this cave with a group from UAB rec center and it was such a cool experience! Very safe cave and lots of cool things to see! We were in the cave for about 5 hours and went all the way to the Christmas tree, along with a few crawls before we headed back. Kings shower was stunning, I highly recommend standing under it and looking up while shining a flashlight on the droplets. Everything slows down and it feels really surreal. I’d love to take some friends back but I’m unsure about how difficult it is to secure a permit.

Sarah Berger

5/5

Advanced Reservations Are Required. Gate code obtained with reservations. All natural cave, difficult to traverse. No tourist leveled trails or pathways. Not handicap friendly. Bring lights, and don't forget to bring the map. Not good for the inexperienced caver. Sights are great and worth the trek. Cool underground temps, great for a summer excursion! See website for details and reservations.

Leah Stacey

5/5

This cave is AH-Mazing! I went will the best guide and photographer. There is so much climbing but it its worth it to see the topless dome. You do have to crawl up through a hole to get there. If you have someone nice enough to plug the water while you climb then you have to see it. This is a cave I will visit lots of times. Not reccomended for small children. You must also get a permit to enter from the SCCI. They will provide you a code one you do that.

Lynda Gerhart

5/5

Super cave for wild cavers, not show cave tourists. You're gonna get dirty! But tons of fun and some nice pretties!

niki Pye

5/5

You must get a permit to enter this cave. Awesome views and lots of climbing! I would recommend going through with a guide.

Jamie Moon

5/5

Great cave and a fantastic idea for a group trip. We went early in the morning which was nice because we had the cave to ourselves all the way in and partway back. The cave is very clean and well maintained. The cave isn't full of lights and manmade handrails, just natural features. Some parts may be challenging for some folks but with a good group (and good flashlights and hardhats) it is great for anyone. It was a lot bigger than I thought inside. Look online and there is a cool map of the cave. You will probably get wet so make sure you bring shoes and clothes you don't mind soiling. Totally worth the drive.

Christopher Kyle

5/5

My group loved how you have to go up a little hole flowing with water to see the topless dome! This is definitely a great cave to take beginners. In most areas it seems just like an underground hike. The formations and uniqueness of each area are top knotch! I appreciate the care put in to preserve this site. Thanks SCCI for the porta-pot, coded gate and picnic tables. I will be back.