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REALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, ALREALTOR® Laura Sellers, Auburn, AL

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Monkey Park — Opelika Municipal Park

Welcome to Monkey Park — Opelika Municipal Park

Located on Park Road in North Opelika, Municipal Park—affectionately known by locals as Monkey Park—is a historic and family-favorite destination offering scenic creek views, vintage charm, and community gatherings in a peaceful, wooded setting.

Historic covered bridge and playground area at Opelika Municipal Park (Monkey Park) in Opelika, Alabama

Highlights & Amenities

  • Rocky Brook Rocket Vintage Train: A 1:16‑scale miniature train, running seasonally since 1955, continues to delight visitors with scenic rides along Rocky Brook for just $1 per person on select dates.

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  • Monkey Legacy: From 1956 to around 1980, the park housed a troop of spider monkeys in “Monkey Village.” Although the real monkeys are long gone, a wooden statue and the enduring nickname serve as nostalgic reminders.

  • Salem‑Shotwell Covered Bridge: This historically rebuilt 1900s-era lattice truss pedestrian bridge spans Rocky Brook inside the park, relocated and restored in 2007 as part of preservation efforts.

  • Playgrounds, Picnic Shelter & Gazebo: Multiple play areas, creekside picnic tables, shelters, and a pavilion—perfect for family gatherings or solo relaxaton.

  • Summer Swing Concert Series: Offered every Tuesday evening over the summer, these free concerts feature live music, community gatherings, food, and complimentary rides on the Rocket during the bandstand performances.

Upcoming Train & Concert Schedule (2025)

  • Summer Swing & Rocket Rides: Complimentary train rides run Tuesdays from May 6 to July 29, 6:15–7:00 PM. Public rides also offered on specific Saturdays in May, June, September, and October ($1/person). Reservations for the train require two-week advance booking Opelika.

Park History in Brief

Established in the early 1950s, Municipal Park was the first official recreation space managed by Opelika’s Parks & Recreation. Generous land donations by local citizens allowed the park to open in 1955 as a 20-acre wooded retreat. The Rocky Brook Rocket was funded by civic clubs to ignite interest in public recreation, while the monkey exhibit quickly became a local draw. Though the animals were removed in 1980, the park today retains its nostalgic charm and sense of community heritage.

Practical Info

  • Address: Park Road, Opelika, AL 36803 (across from the Recreation Center on Denson Drive)

  • Amenities: Restrooms, ADA upgrades, playgrounds, train, covered picnic areas, shaded green spaces

  • Nearby Parking: Park parking lot, plus overflow at Northside Intermediate School and Denson Drive Recreation Center.

  • Contact: Opelika Parks & Recreation — (334) 705‑5560.

Why This Park Matters to Relocators

Monkey Park is more than just a playground—it’s a community focal point cherished by generations. For families relocating to Opelika or Auburn, it represents the type of close‑knit, historic green space found in friendly neighborhoods and adds to the city’s high quality of life. If you’re considering homes close to family‑friendly parks like this—or near Auburn University and all the local charm—I’d be glad to connect you with the best neighborhoods nearby.

Laura Sellers — Your Auburn‑Opelika Real Estate Expert

Serving as a REALTOR® with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate—official real estate partner of the Auburn Tigers—I help families relocate across town or across the country. Whether you’re moving to enjoy the community spirit of towns like Opelika or to be closer to Auburn University, I provide personalized, confidence-inspiring guidance every step of the way.

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