There are different ways of visiting Burritt on the Mountain for groups. Call us and sign up for a guided tour with hands-on opportunities or just come and meander through the park at your own pace. Our interpreters love to share their knowlege of the houses, animals, trails and mansion.
Self-guided:

Regular admission rates apply with one teacher and bus driver admitted free when accompanying 15 or more students. Advance notice is requested for groups of 15 or more.

Guided:

$8 per student with 1 adult/teacher and bus driver admitted free. Accompanying adults and siblings pay the field trip price. A minimum of 15 students is necessary for guided and hands-on tours. A reservation is required.

Helpful Hints for a Great Trip

• Dress for the Mountain! Make additional copies of the registration form as needed. Send the completed reservation form with the total fee or school purchase order to: Burritt on the Mountain, Attn: Tammy Cooney, 3101 Burritt DR, Huntsville, AL 35801, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or fax 256-532-1784.
  
• Remember to reserve your own bus.
• Students are invited to shop in Josie’s on the Mountain with a chaperone and in small groups.  (See the registration form.)
• Take your lunches to a designated onsite location upon arrival. Lunches should be packed in class coolers or containers.
• Buses should drop off by the Welcome Center, then move the bus to the designated parking area.
• Restrooms are on the outside of the Welcome Center.
• The size of the group influences the length of the stay on site.
• Instruct students to dress appropriately for the weather on the mountain, outside activities and creative projects.
• Sturdy shoes for walking are encouraged. Long socks or pants are encouraged when hiking on the trails.
• Cancellations must be made two weeks before the scheduled visit to avoid a 25 percent charge.
• Cancellations or rescheduling due to weather issues may be made if there are severe weather warnings the morning of, including: thunderstorms, tornado watches and warnings.
• Classroom teachers and bus drivers are free. Parents pay the same rate as the students.