Wildlife Center - The Alabama Wildlife Center is the oldest and largest wildlife rehabilitation and education center in the state. The center treats injured or orphaned native Alabama birds from over 100 different species, receiving almost 2,000 avian patients each year. Oak Mountain Interpretive Center - Oak Mountain Interpretive Center encompasses of natural history exhibits, a meeting room and teaching lab. Live displays include native species of snakes, fish, turtles, and salamanders, and other exhibits explain the area's geography and geology. The facility is a joint venture among Oak Mountain State Park, Samford University, and Shelby County. As of January 2021, a fee of $2–$5 was charged to enter the park. Annual events Bump N' Grind mountain bike race Oak Mountain 50K trail run Xterra Southeast Championship off-road triathlon Southeastern Trail Runs Race Series References External links Oak Mountain State Park Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources State parks of Alabama Protected areas of Shelby County, Alabama Nature centers in Alabama Protected areas established in 1927 1927 establishments in Alabama Mountain biking venues in Alabama