Take one of these guided hikes here in Huntsville this month

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Take one of the Land Trust’s guided hikes this weekend at Wade Mountain. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

You may not think of winter as being a great time to be out in the woods, but it really is a spectacular time to go hiking. The landscapes — especially here in North Alabama — provide quite a view while you are getting in some good exercise.

And luckily, the Land Trust of North Alabama has a few guided hikes scheduled this month that you should try.

Wade Mountain Nature Preserve – Feb. 3

If you haven’t seen the view from Devil’s Racetrack at Wade Mountain Preserve, you must sign up for this hike. This is one of the best views in the state. The hike is around three miles and should take about two hours.

Blevins Gap Nature Preserve – Feb. 11

September Hikes at Blevins Gap
One of the best local hikes to take is at Blevins Gap Nature Preserve. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

This walk is less than a mile, and will probably take well under an hour to complete. There is some climbing though, so it’s not that easy.

Harvest Square Nature Preserve – Feb. 18

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

While the exact route of the hike will be determined by the leader, participants will see nearly the entire preserve with the exception of part of Senators Trail. Much of this walk is along crushed limestone paths and recently-installed boardwalks.

Hike-A-Hound at Green Mountain Nature Preserve – Feb. 24

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Green Mountain Nature Preserve is one of my favorite local hikes. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

This hike is a partnership between the Land Trust and the Greater Huntsville Humane Society, which means you are encouraged to bring your dog. And, if you don’t have a dog and would like to adopt one, the GHHS will have adoptable pooches on site.

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Michael Seale
Michael Seale
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