New Info Signs Installed at Irondale Canoe Launches

Freshwater Land Trust partners with local groups to improve public access and education at two Cahaba River sites.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Freshwater Land Trust has installed three new informational signs at two public canoe launch sites in Irondale, Alabama. The signs provide details about the local ecology, site history, and wildlife that can be spotted in the area. The project was a collaborative effort between the Freshwater Land Trust, Cahaba River Coalition, City of Irondale, and Alabama Scenic River Trail.

Why it matters

These new signs help make the Cahaba River more accessible and educational for visitors, furthering the Freshwater Land Trust's mission to protect and promote Alabama's natural spaces. The signage also complements the organization's broader efforts to improve public access sites along the Red Rock Trail System.

The details

The three new signs were installed at the Grants Mill Canoe Launch and the Moon River Canoe Launch in Irondale. The signs provide information about observable species in the area, as well as general welcome and safety details. The signs include QR codes that link to Spanish translations. This project was a partnership between the Freshwater Land Trust, Cahaba River Coalition, City of Irondale, and was funded through a grant from the Alabama Scenic River Trail's Waterways Enhancement Program.

  • The new signs were installed last week.

The players

Freshwater Land Trust

A nonprofit organization that works to protect and promote Alabama's natural spaces, including through the creation of public access sites and trails.

Cahaba River Coalition

A nonprofit focused on conserving and restoring the Cahaba River watershed in central Alabama.

City of Irondale

The local government of Irondale, Alabama, where the new canoe launch signs were installed.

Alabama Scenic River Trail

A nonprofit organization that works to enhance and promote Alabama's network of scenic rivers and waterways.

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The takeaway

These new informational signs are an important step in making the Cahaba River more accessible and educational for the public, furthering the conservation efforts of local nonprofits and government agencies. By working together, these organizations are enhancing outdoor recreation opportunities and environmental awareness in the Birmingham region.