Explore the Landmarks of Bessemer
OUTDOORS & WILDLIFE
DeBardeleben Park
1623 2nd Ave N, Bessemer, AL 35020
DeBardeleben Park is a beloved centerpiece of Bessemer, Alabama, offering a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city. With its wide green spaces, walking paths, and shady trees, the park provides a perfect spot for picnics, community events, and quiet relaxation. It’s also home to local festivals, concerts, and gatherings that bring residents together throughout the year. Surrounded by the charm of Bessemer’s downtown area, DeBardeleben Park reflects the city’s spirit—welcoming, historic, and full of life.
EXPERIENCE NATURE WITH BESSEMER
Watercress Darter National Wildlife Refuge
Watercress Darter National Wildlife Refuge is a 25-acre National Wildlife Refuge located in Jefferson County, Alabama, within the city limits of Bessemer. Watercress Darter NWR consists of a .25-acre pond known as Thomas Spring which is essential to the survival of the endangered watercress darter.
