Try these amazing November hikes in Huntsville

monte sano — Any of the hikes at Monte Sano Nature Preserve are breathtaking in the fall. (Hville Blast)

With autumn in full swing (at least for now), take the opportunity to get outdoors in North Alabama — it’s simply gorgeous this time of year — and to one of the many hiking trails in the area.

Here are some guided hikes you can take with a local hiking expert:

Wade Mountain – Nov. 2

November hikes — Wade Mountain is a great place to hike. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

If you haven’t seen it yet, you definitely need to try a hike up the Devil’s Racetrack Trail. The view is amazing, and this guided hike is one of the best November hikes in the area.

Where: 10130 Spragins Hollow Rd NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
When: Nov. 2, 2PM
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Foraging Hike at Blevins Gap – Nov. 9

Join forager Casey Lanier at the Fanning Trailhead of Blevins Gap to search out the late autumn plants and fungi that can be harvested and prepared at home.

Where: 2275 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35802
When: Nov. 9, 9AM
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Rainbow Mountain – Nov. 9

Participants during this hike will travel along one of the most popular trails on the preserve, Rainbow Loop Trail. This hike’s route will cover nearly the entirety of that trail with the exception of a short detour to Balance Rock Trail.

Where: 230 Stoneway Trail, Madison, AL 35758
When: Nov. 9, 2PM
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Naturalist Hike at Monte Sano

This family-friendly hike will begin at the Cleermont Trailhead and follow the trail to its end with many stops along the way to discuss the natural beauties of Monte Sano.

Where: 603 Cleermont Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35801
When: Nov. 13, 10AM
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Green Mountain – Nov. 23

hikes — A new trail has opened at Green Mountain Nature Preserve. (Land Trust of North Alabama)

Come and check out Land Trust’s newest trail on Green Mountain Nature Preserve. Beginning at the Astalot trailhead, be prepared for a beautiful morning climbing the west side of Green Mountain.

Where: 5390 Riverview Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35803
When: Nov. 23, 9AM
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