Top 7 Nature & Wildlife Areas in Huntsville, Alabama (AL)

February 28, 2022 Elouise Mccaul

Huntsville is the fourth-largest city in Alabama, located in the northernmost part of the state. A city with a 200-year Southern heritage, visitors will find activities that celebrate Huntsville’s rich history, as well as attractions that highlight the city’s scientific side. At the Alabama Constitution Village, villagers in period clothing take time from their daily chores to guide you through eight reconstructed Federal style buildings. Younger visitors will love the 150 hands-on activities at the Sci-Quest Hands-on Science Center and older kids will learn what it takes to be an astronaut at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center. Looking for outings with a cultural flair? Landmarks such as the Huntsville Botanical Garden and Huntsville Museum of Art are must sees. The National Trust for Historic Preservation named Huntsville to its "America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations for 2010" list.
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1. Monte Sano Nature Preserve

2442 Bankhead Pkwy NE, Huntsville, AL 35801 +1 256-534-5263 [email protected] http://www.landtrustnal.org/monte-sano-preserve/
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5.0 based on 23 reviews

Monte Sano Nature Preserve

Reviewed By df917 - Huntsville, United States

was a planned visit to do some geocaching ,did manage to close a few in area . there are so many more to go . if you not tried GEOCACHING give a try.

2. Madison County Nature Trail-Green Mountain

5000 Nature Trail Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35803-3802 +1 256-883-9501 http://madisoncountyal.gov/services/green-mountain-nature-trail-1594
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4.5 based on 238 reviews

Madison County Nature Trail-Green Mountain

Madison County Nature Trail The Madison County Nature Trail was constructed beginning in 1974 with completion in 1975. The construction was financed jointly by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Madison County Commission. It has been noted that the Chairman, James Record, had a special love for nature and the environment and was instrumental in the building of the Nature Trail. The Nature Trail is a Park for all seasons containing 72 acres which rests above the surrounding communities atop Green Mountain in southeast Huntsville. The Park is open free to the public each day from 7 a.m. until 30 minutes prior to sunset, closing only on Christmas Day and New Years Day, or during inclement weather. Sky Lake which consists of 17 acres of mountain water is encompassed by a 1 ½ mile trail. Other facilities include an open air pavilion, a-frame chapel, outdoor classroom, covered bridge, picnic area and accessible restrooms. Use of the Pavilion and Chapel are provided by reservation with all other areas of the Park used on a first come first served basis. Fishing is provided for children less than 16 years of age or seniors over 60. A fishing fee is charged and fishing is allowed Monday through Friday only. Since the construction of the Nature Trail, renovations consisting of trail improvements and restroom improvements were completed in 1998. Funding was provided by a National Recreational Trails Grant provided through the Alabama Department of Economic and community Affairs. In 2012 a grant was also obtained providing for a new waterfall pump and accessories. There have also been several projects improving the facilities, many of which have been accomplished through volunteers such as Boy Scouts earning various merits up to and including Eagle Scout. The Nature Trail is funded by the Madison County Commission. It is operated by a Park Manager (Bobby Cobb), Park Maintenance Worker, and two Part Time Park Attendants. During open hours there is always one employee present for safety and security reasons. The Nature Trail is recognized as a Treasure Forest by the Alabama Forestry Commission. It is also considered a Wildlife Sanctuary. The entire Park although owned and operated by the Madison County Commission lies within the city limits of the City of Huntsville. Bobby Cobb / Park Manager

Reviewed By tom16star - Madison, United States

I am guessing the trails are about 1 1/2 miles Well maintained trails and nice picnic areas. Beautiful lake with wooden covered bridge

3. Land Trust of North Alabama

2707 Artie St SW Ste 6, Huntsville, AL 35805-4769 +1 256-534-5263 [email protected] http://www.LandTrustNAL.org
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4.5 based on 44 reviews

Land Trust of North Alabama

Enjoy hiking, biking, picnicking, and horseback riding on 40+ miles of trails offered by Alabama’s first land trust: the Land Trust of North Alabama. Three Nature Preserves - each larger than Central Park and all within Huntsville city limits – are open dawn to dusk. Focusing on land preservation and conservation, fresh water resource protection, environmental education, and guided hike series outreach. Don’t miss the Moon Dance and Concerts at Three Caves!

4. Harmony Park Safari

431 Clouds Cove Rd SE, Huntsville, AL 35803-6513 +1 256-723-3880 http://www.harmonyparksafari.com/
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4.5 based on 484 reviews

Harmony Park Safari

Reviewed By lynnwB8776UL - Salisbury, United States

This place was so much fun. We laughed so hard we were crying. The animals come up to your car rather quickly once you throw food out. So it's a race to get the window up before they stick their head in your car.

5. Blevins Gap Preserve

2275 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE Blevins Gap Trailhead, Huntsville, AL 35802-2559 256-534-5263256-534-5263 http://landtrustnal.org/blevins-gap-nature-preserve/
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4.5 based on 13 reviews

Blevins Gap Preserve

6. Hays Nature Preserve

US 431 near mile marker 324, Huntsville, AL http://www.hsvcity.com/recreation/hayesnature/
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4.5 based on 34 reviews

Hays Nature Preserve

7. Wade Mountain Nature Preserve

6960 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810-6002 +1 256-534-5263 [email protected] http://landtrustnal.org/wade-mountain-nature-preserve/
Excellent
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4.0 based on 16 reviews

Wade Mountain Nature Preserve

Reviewed By barbararT7454BJ

My husband and I love to walk and hike for fun and exercise! This was a beautiful trail well marked and easy to follow.

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