Dual Destiny Monument, Double Springs, Alabama

34 deg 8' 47.23"N
87 deg 24' 8.01"W
About 55 miles NW of Birmingham

We were once again lead by a post on Google Earth to the heart of Double Springs, county seat of the 'Free State of Winston'. This monument, with the Winston County courthouse in the background, is moving testimony to the pain of civil war.

Natural Bridge, Alabama

34 deg 5' 24.47" N
87 deg 36' 54.26"W
About 60 miles northwest of Birmingham

Natural Bridge is a delightful little town with an unofficial population of 28. Natural Bridge Park surprised us with its beauty. Admission of $2.50 per person is collected in a gift shop full of classic souvenirs. Past the artesian water fountains and the rock formation resembling an Indian face is a trail to the natural bridge. The trail continues under the bridge and for perhaps half a mile along the rocks to a beautiful falls. This park would be a refreshing place for a picnic during the summer heat and must be spectacular in the fall.