5 hiking excursions to take this summer in the Huntsville area

PXL 20260427 160042472.PORTRAIT — There are plenty of hikes to take in the next several weeks. (Michael Seale / Hville Blast)

The Huntsville area has several cool hiking trails, and with the Land Trust of North Alabama hosting a series of guided hikes through some of their nature preserves, you are sure to find some fun hiking opportunities this summer.

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Guided Hike @ Green Mountain South: June 6

hikes — Green Mountain Nature Preserve. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

What: This hike, along Green Mountain’s Alum Hollow Trail, will take hikers to Alum Falls and the rock shelter nearby, two scenic spots on the preserve. The overhang served as a shelter for native residents and travelers over this area’s human history. The trail is relatively easy, with the exception of a steep hill leading down to the waterfall and shelter at the half-way point.
When: Saturday, June 6, 9AM
Where: Green Mountain Nature Preserve Alum Hollow Trailhead – 13800 South Shawdee Road, Huntsville, AL 35803
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Hump Day Hike @ Monte Sano: June 10

What: This is a somewhat difficult hike at the Monte Sano Nature Preserve starting at the Bankhead trailhead. The hike will start on the new Toll Gate Trail Greenway and last about three miles.
When: Wednesday, June 10, 3PM
Where: 2442 Bankhead Pkwy NE, Huntsville, AL 35801
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Hike @ Bradford Creek Greenway: June 14

One of the easier guided hikes coming up is at Bradford Creek. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

What: For the leisurely hike, this greenway is paved and wide, so this is the perfect walk for strollers or young hikers. We’ll take a nice slow pace and see what the creekside has to offer.
When: Sunday, June 14, 5PM
Where: 11775 County Line Rd, Madison, AL 35758
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Guided Hike @ Hickory Cove: June 27

hiking — One of the longer summer hikes by the Land Trust is at Hickory Cove. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

What: Hikers will walk this preserve’s primary trail, the Legacy Loop. Covering much of the preserve, this hike will show you some of the beauty this hillside has to offer.
When: Saturday, June 27, 9AM
Where: Trailhead Greenway Parking – 1500 Trailhead Main St, Huntsville, AL 35811
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Senior Saunter @ Harvest Square Nature Preserve: June 28

Harvest Square Natural Preserve places in Harvest — Harvest Square Nature Preserve (Cooper Smitherman / Hville Blast)

What: Join Lynne Weninegar for an early morning saunter along the boardwalks at Harvest Square Nature Preserve.
When: Sunday, June 28, 9AM
Where: Harvest Square Nature Preserve, 111 Allyson Sadie Blvd, Harvest, AL 35749
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