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Wade Mountain Nature Preserve

Wade Mountain Wildlife Preserve
January 27, 2018 by Shawn Taylor in parks

There are a wide variety of ecosystems along the trail. Biking and horseback riding are allowed on the trails.

Address: Spragins Hollow Rd NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
Cost of admission: Free
Governance: Land Trust of North Alabama and City of Huntsville
Acres: 843
Approximate miles of trails: 12
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Miles from downtown Atlanta: 180
Parking: Parking is available at both trailheads
Trailhead(s): The eastern trailhead is along Spragins Hollow Rd. The western trailhead is on Pulaski Pike (with signage for Wade Mountain Greenway).
Trail surface: The greenway trails are paved, multi-use paths. The other trails are natural surface.
Blazes/markings: The trails are blazed with metal blaze signs, attached to trees
Best time to visit: April is a good time for wildflowers

Links:

  • americantrails.org
  • Trail map
  • eBird
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Good to combine with:

  • Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge
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