Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail
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Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- Multi-day (visit in segments)
- Don't miss
- Scenic trail segments — see Things to Do for access points
- Nearby city
- White Hall, AL
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About Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail
Established by Congress in 1996, the Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail commemorates the people, events, and route of the 1965 Voting Rights March in Alabama. Led by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Black and White non-violent supporters fought for the right to vote in Central Alabama. Today, you can connect with this history and trace the events of these marches along the 54-mile trail.
2 current NPS alerts
- Caution: Planning a Fall visit to the Montgomery Interpretive Center? Read this!
- Park Closure: Selma Interpretive Center Closed
Source: National Park Service (as of Nov 4, 2026). Official Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail page on nps.gov
Weather Information
Depending on the season, temperatures can soar from the extremes of heat and humidity
- Summer
to damp, wet cold temperatures
- Fall
visitors should have a light jacket available as temperatures can drop suddenly.
- Winter
temperatures can be range from mild to extremely cold.
in the winter. During the summer season visitors should wear light, comfortable clothing, shoes and use sunscreen. High temperatures and humidity create higher risk of heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heatstroke. During the
Operating Hours
Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail Interpretive Centers Daily Hours of Operation
The Lowndes and Montgomery Interpretive Centers are open Monday - Saturday. The Selma Interpretive Center is closed at this time for major construction. The Selma to Montgomery National Historic Trail Interpretive Centers are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day annually.
- Monday9:00AM - 4:30PM
- Tuesday9:00AM - 4:30PM
- Wednesday9:00AM - 4:30PM
- Thursday9:00AM - 4:30PM
- Friday9:00AM - 4:30PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 4:30PM
- SundayClosed
Common questions
Planning Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts for live updates.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail. See Overview on this page for fees, timed entry, and campground details before you travel.
