Central Region - Hiking Alabama: A Guide to the State's Greatest Hiking Adventures - page 285

Take the left fork to the west. The trail is now blazed red and
yellow.

Start getting views to your right of the quarry, especially when
the leaves are down in late fall and winter. In 150 feet climb
down a steep set of rock stairs. At the bottom there is a Y. The
left fork is the Possum Loop. Take the right fork to the north and
follow the sign to the Cambrian Overlook. In only 50 feet come
to a short, rocky side trail on the right. Turn onto that trail to the
northwest (a small sign reads “Cambrian Overlook”).

1.3

Arrive at the Cambrian Overlook. Enjoy the view but be very
careful on the dangerous, steep bluff. Turn around and retrace
your steps to the trailhead.

1.4

Arrive back at the trailhead.

2.7

Hiking Information

Local Information

Greater Birmingham Convention and Visitors Bureau, 2200 Ninth Ave. North,
Birmingham, AL 35203; [phone]; www.birminghamal.org

Local Events/Attractions

Ruffner Mountain Nature Center Summer Programs, 1214 81st St., Birmingham;
[phone]; www.ruffnermountain.org. The Nature Center offers a wide array
of programs on nature and the environment throughout the summer for kids—and
adults—of all ages. Visit their website for the latest schedule.

Lodging