During the 50th Anniversary Walking Classroom event participants marched nearly 54-miles from Selma to Montgomery.
Selma To Montgomery National Historic Trail
National Historic Trail · AL
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.
Park report
Alert: Park Closure
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesSelma Interpretive Center Closed
Alert: Caution
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesPlanning a Fall visit to the Montgomery Interpretive Center? Read this!
Hours Exceptions
NoteJubilee Sunday, March 8, 2026; Veterans Day; Thanksgiving; Christmas; New Year's Day; Birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.; Washington's Birthday; Memorial Day; Juneteenth; Fourth of July; Labor Day; Columbus Day
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Campgrounds Available
How this is rated
Good: campgrounds available in this park3 campgrounds
Visitor Centers
Good3 visitor centers
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available9 activities
Park Name
InfoSelma To Montgomery National Historic Trail
Designation
InfoNational Historic Trail
State(s)
InfoAL
Phone
Info334-877-1983
SEMO_Interpretation@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe 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.
Visitor Center: Lowndes Interpretive Center
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Visitor Center: Montgomery Interpretive Center
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Visitor Center: Selma Interpretive Center
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Themes & Topics
InfoAfrican American Heritage, Reconstruction, Social Movements + 3 more
Weather Info
InfoDepending on the season, temperatures can soar from the extremes of heat and humidity in the summer to damp, wet cold temperatures in the winter. During the summer season visitors should wear light, c
Getting There
InfoMarch Route - The National Historic Trail follows the actual march route which began at Brown Chapel, A.M.E. Church in Selma, AL, located on Martin Luther King, Jr. Street. Follow the Trail markers to
Location
Info32.2708° N, -86.7282° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website