Summer Hikes on Wade Mountain Perched to the north above Huntsville is the Land Trust of North Alabama property of Wade Mountain. With over 800 acres and 11 miles of trails open to hikers, bikers and horseback riding, Wade Mountain offers trails of all types, from a paved greenway to rough rocky climbs. […]
Whether you are new to the over 65 miles of Land Trust of North Alabama hiking trails or want to explore them more deeply, the spring Guided Hike Series is for you. All hikes are free and you do not need to be a Land Trust member to join in the fun. […]
Downtown Huntsville Craft Beer Trail It’s been less than six years since Alabama’s Brewery Modernization Act legalized taprooms at craft breweries in this state, and the craft brew business in Huntsville has been booming. With dozens of unique beers only available in Huntsville or the region, fans of malt fermentation have a lot to taste […]
In Huntsville and Madison County, we have some incredible scenery, whether it is our downtown or the nature surrounding us. Here, we have a collection of beautiful photos of some of our favorite places in Huntsville to photograph. Share with us your favorite Huntsville spots to capture behind the lens! […]
A Stroll Off the Beaten Path A short distance from the popular Hays Nature Preserve is its lesser known sibling, the Goldsmith-Schiffman Wildlife Sanctuary. Located along the Flint River in southeast Huntsville, the Sanctuary is 375 acres of wetlands and bottomland hardwood forest with scenic clearings and adjacent farmland. With 3 miles of wide, […]
4 Characters You’ll Meet at the Maple Hill Cemetery Stroll For more than a quarter of a century, the Huntsville Pilgrimage Association has organized the annual Maple Hill Cemetery Stroll, their biggest event each year to help fund raise and support their primary purpose: advancing the appreciation and education of Huntsville’s diverse cultural heritage and […]
To the Bat Cave Part of the Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge system, Sauta Cave is home to an estimated 300,000-400,000 endangered Gray and Indiana bats. Located on 264 acres of hardwood forest and adjacent to a wide section of Sauty Creek, these bats emerge nightly during the warm seasons and consume a BILLION insects each night. […]
Concerts on the Dock at Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment continues its biannual Concerts on the Dock free Friday night concert series. Each Spring and Fall you can hear a variety of music styles from local and regional musicians, there is something for everyone at this casual, festival-style concert series. […]
Need a relaxing summer getaway or stay-cation? Take it to the river at Ditto Landing on the Tennessee River in southern Madison County! Nestled at the confluence of Aldridge Creek and the Tennessee River, Ditto Landing offers 35 shady, quiet camping spots for both tents and RVs with plenty of outdoor activities. Connecting to […]
Creating a beautiful, inviting outdoor space like the Harvest Square Nature Preserve takes passion and dedication. Harvest Square Nature Preserve has been a community effort to bring a small jewel to northern Madison County. Aronov Realty Management donated the 69-acre property to the Land Trust of North Alabama in 2009. With the support of public […]