Mountains of Madison County Part One - Huntsville Outdoors
WEBThe farther northeast you travel outside of Huntsville the larger the mountains get. That's because we're in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. In this article, we break down the mountains by area and try to give a little information on each.
10 Free Scenic Views - We Are Huntsville
WEBApr 22, 2022 · Nestled in the heart of North Alabama, the Rocket City is home to gorgeous mountains, riverfront views, stunning greenway trails, and iconic city landmarks. We’ve compiled this list of 10 free scenic spots in and around Huntsville to enjoy time outdoors with friends and family.
Monte Sano State Park | Alapark
WEBMonte Sano State Park is located near Huntsville in northeast Alabama. In Spanish, Monte Sano means “Mountain of Health.” In the late 1800s, visitors from across the United States came for “the season” to experience and enjoy Monte Sano’s fresh air, spectacular views and mineral springs.
Monte Sano Mountain - Wikipedia
WEBMonte Sano Mountain is a mountain located in Huntsville, Alabama. The name Monte Sano is Spanish for "Mountain of health". [2] The mountain was given its name by Dr. Thomas Fern, who along with his two brothers, founded a small colony on the mountain during an epidemic of yellow fever, malaria, and cholera.
Mountains of Madison County Part Three - Huntsville Outdoors
WEBThe most frequented trails in Huntsville are all located on Monte Sano such as Mountain Mist, McKay Hollow, and the North Plateau and South Plateau Loops. The Von Braun Astronomical Society also operates a planetarium on …
Monte Sano State Park - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go …
WEBWe visited while in Huntsville. We're charged $5 a person to get in the park which seamed high due to the fact our Alabama taxes paid for it. It is a pretty wooded area with some overlooks that were not very impressive. We live in the mountains of north Alabama and the view are much more impressive within 5 miles of our home.
Monte Sano State Park - Huntsville, AL
WEBAtop Monte Sano Mountain, the park's 340 acres feature 14 rustic cottages, picnic areas, Japanese Garden, hiking trails, planetarium, outdoor amphitheater, country store, primitive camping area with 20 sites and RV campground with 89 sites.
Monte Sano State Park - Huntsville, AL
WEBMonte Sano State Park offers 2,140 acres of gorgeous outdoor bliss, perfect for: Twenty miles of hiking trails and 14 miles of biking trails of various difficulty levels provide never-ending exploration for outdoor enthusiasts of any age.
Monte Sano State Park - Huntsville - Alabama.Travel
WEBMonte Sano, Spanish for “Mountain of Health,” rises more than 1,600 feet above sea level. The mountain has attracted visitors since the mid 1820’s with the establishment of the town of Viduta, a derivative of the Spanish word “Vida,” meaning life.
Monte Sano Preserve - Explore | Land Trust of North Alabama
WEBOnly two miles from Downtown Huntsville, this 1100+ acre natural escape features over 22 miles of free public trails for hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation. Land Trust trails on Monte Sano offer varying levels of difficulty and also connect to the trail networks managed by Monte Sano State Park and Burritt on the Mountain.