Historic Alley Mill Talk

Learn all about Alley Spring and Mill during a mill talk.

NPS Photo

Tour the iconic and historic Alley Roller Mill at Alley Spring. Alley Mill is rumored to be the most photographed mill in the state and perhaps the nation. Featured on a U.S. Quarter in 2017 as part of the America the Beautiful Quarter Series, its image is widely known. A vibrant red coat of paint bounces off the blue hue of over 81 millions gallons of water daily being discharged by Alley Spring. Alley Mill is breathtaking in any season but its doors are only open during the summer months. The historic mill is one of the most well preserved of its kind. Activities around the site include camping, hiking, paddling, swimming and fishing. However, Alley Spring is a protected area so swimming, fishing and wading are prohibited in the spring. Come see this iconic structure that has stood the test of time since 1894. Come hear rangers talk about the historic mill and community at the bottom of every hour during the summer months. 

Details

Duration

5-15 Minutes

Activity

Guided Tours

Join a park interpretive ranger for a daily bottom of the hour mill tour at the historic Alley Mill. Tours will be conducted at the bottom of the hour Memorial Day-October 31. Learn all about Alley Spring, the historic community that once existed at Alley and the roots of the commercial flour industry. Two area hiking trails start at the mill. Picnic and river access are a short distance away. Come spend the day at Alley Spring. Entrance is free.

Age(s)

Appropriate for all ages.

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Alley Spring Mill

General and Handicap parking is available at Alley Mill. 

Reservations

No

Season

Summer, Fall

Alley Mill is open for tours Memorial Day- October 31. 

Time of Day

Day

Alley Mill is open daily Memorial Day through the end of October, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Monday-Thursday) and 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Friday-Sunday-Memorial Day-Labor Day)..

Accessibility Information

An accessible parking location exists to the west of the main parking lot. To access it follow the visitor information arrow that leads to the General Store Visitor Center. The trail to Alley Mill is accessible but a cobblestone walkway and wooden bridge crossing are present. No restrooms are available at Alley Mill. Alley Mill's 1st floor is accessible to wheelchairs but turning radius is hindered by milling equipment.