5 fantastic summer hikes to take in the Huntsville area

green mountain — Take a look at these awesome summer hikes right here in the Huntsville area. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

Yes, we realize summer in the Rocket City is pretty darn hot (and predicted to be extraordinarily hot this summer in particular), but making it outdoors to expertise can be cathartic, regardless of the temperature.

That said, we have several guided hikes to tell you about here in the Huntsville area over the next couple of months.

Check these out:

June 22 – Green Mountain North

large boulers green mtn — One of our favorite summer hikes is at Green Mountain Nature Preserve. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

What: Beginning at the Astalot Trailhead, be prepared for a beautiful morning climb along the west side of Green Mountain.
Where: Green Mountain Nature Preserve Astalot Trailhead, 15004 Astalot Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35803
When: June 22, 9AM
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June 28 – Cane Creek Canyon

waterfall cane creek canyon — Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve provides an incredibly scenic hike. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

What: Donations to the Land Trust of North Alabama are requested to secure your place on this hike. On this summertime adventure, you will hike the east Cane Creek Trail to Devil’s Hollow.
Where: Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve, 251 Loop Rd, Tuscumbia, AL 35674
When: June 28, 10:30AM
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July 12 – Foraging Hike at Hickory Cove

hiking — Find out about the special plants you might find foraging at Hickory Cove. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

What: Forager Casey Lanier takes you through Hickory Cove Nature Preserve to show you the many special plants you might find foraging in the middle of summer.
Where: Hickory Cove Nature Preserve, 1500 Trailhead Main St, Huntsville, AL 35811
When: July 12, 8AM
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July 19 – Bethel Spring

September Hikes — The waterfall at Bethel Spring makes for a beautiful hike. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

What: Check out one of the largest waterfalls in Madison County as you hike through Bethel Spring Nature Preserve.
Where: Bethel Spring Nature Preserve, 2641 Cherry Tree Road, Gurley, AL 35748
When: July 19, 9AM
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July 29 – Night Hike at Harvest Square

Another of the summer hikes we recommend is the night hike at Harvest Square. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

What: Close out your summer fun with a night hike at Harvest Square. The group will gather at dusk and head into the preserve as the sun goes down and nature’s night creatures come out to play.
Where: Harvest Square Nature Preserve, 111 Allyson Sadie Blvd, Harvest, AL 35749
When: July 29, 8PM
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