Van de Graaff Arboretum and Historic Bridge Park

Welcome to Van de Graaff Arboretum and Historic Bridge Park located right next to the Tuscaloosa National Airport in Northport, Alabama. Once the site of a gravel quarry, this place has since returned to a state of nature and has hiking trails through the forest and a few ponds. Come out and explore or grill some meats at the picnic shelter.

Camping: The campground at this park has 10 RV sites that have water hookups but electrical hookups or dump station. There are also 6 tent sites as well as 14 walk in sites. Come out and stay a few nights.

To contact the park office please call 205-799-4038.

Tuscaloosa Alabama Park Ordinances

*The following are prohibited; alcohol, climbing trees, defacing public property, harming wildlife, littering, smoking.

*The following are only allowed in designated areas; fires, fishing, motor vehicles, organized athletic play, picnicking, remote control aircraft, swimming.

*All dogs must be leashed (no longer than 10 feet) and waste removed.

*All persons ages 5 and up must use the restroom of their designated sex.

*All sales require special permit.

Please respect these rules, the parks, and all local, State of Alabama, and United States statutes.