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Blevin’s Gap

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 3 miles total
Entry Fee: Free (Donation Box Available)

Blevins Gap is the saddle between Huntsville Mountain (The Ledges) and Green Mountain. The land is owned by the Land Trust of North Alabama. The main trailhead parking lot is located on Cecil Ashburn where the highway is passing over the mountain.

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Alum Hollow Trail is a 1.5 mile each way (3 miles return) hike to an eastward and westward scenic view. This trail is well marked. Follow the signs that read “Bill & Marion Certain Trail” or “Certain Trail”.

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Bill & Marion Certain Trail

This is a moderate hike to the view. It varies between flat and hilly. The trail is well marked except for after making it almost to the top of the hill before it becomes flat again. There is an unmarked fork in the trail that leads to nowhere that veers off to the left. It will feel like you are going in the opposite direction of your end destination (for those of you directionally inclined). You should follow the trail to the right uphill. In the winter, you have a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains.

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West Loop Trial/Certain Trail

There is a split in Certain Trail and West Rim Trail. This is a loop. I suggest taking 1 trail there and the other trail back!

Power Line Trail

The Power line trail connects Certain Trail and West Rim Trail and the views on the west side of the mountain and the east side of the mountain. Both are spectacular! When you are done, finish the loop and follow Certain Trail back to the parking lot.

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Devil’s Racetrack

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Distance: 3 miles round-trip
Fee: Free (Donation Box Available)

Devil’s Racetrack is a path built for walking and bikes in North Huntsville. The Path runs next to Wade Mountain and offers scenic views at the end.

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Find nearby hikes:
Wade Mountain Greenway
Chapman Mountain

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Devil’s Racetrack is located in North Huntsville 13 minutes from downtown.

Google Wade Mountain Spragins Hollow or click here for directions!

Parking

There is plenty of parking at the trailhead. The trail begins on a clearly marked trail. There are signs the entire way marking the trail “Devil’s Racetrack”. It is easy to follow.

Trail Crossing

Towards the end of the path, you come across a few paths that cross. Follow the path to the right. Within a 100 ft you should find the Devil’s Racetrack circle

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Devil’s Racetrack Circle

Devil’s Racetrack circle is a grassy circle around a hill. You can go either direction around the hill or go up on the hill and sit on the rocks.

Power Line Trail

The trail ends with a great 180-degree view of the surrounding area along the power line trail.

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Peavine Falls

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 1 mile of trail total
Entry Cost: $5 per adult, $2 ages 4-11 and 62+, free for 3 and under

Peavine Falls is a beautiful waterfall located at Oak Mountain State Park in South Birmingham Metro area. It is a short hike with a bit of a scramble to get down to the bottom of the falls.

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Peavine Falls is located in Oak Mountain State Park in Birmingham Metro 2+ hours drive south of Huntsville.

Google “Peavine Falls Parking” or look at the map above!

Parking Lot / Trailhead / Pavilion

The parking lot is massive which means there is plenty of room for parking. When you first get to the parking lot, you can turn right and find the pavilion. The trailhead we want to take is in the back right portion of the parking lot (pictured)

Trails

The trails are well marked and easy to follow. You can take White or Blue trail to get there. If you follow the White trail, you can follow it until it begins to bend into a solid turn. There are two benches with a path on the other side called “Peavine Falls Trail”. You can follow this trail or follow the White trail. Both ways down are a bit of a scramble down a steep incline. The trails are well marked with plenty of signs. Find a way down that you feel comfortable with.

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Peavine Falls

Peavine Falls is a great waterfall to dip your head under. The pool is very shallow, and if you can get your kids there, is a great place for them to play!

Bonus: Viewing area

There is a handicap accessible viewing area as well as a few other non-handicap accessible areas on the way to the waterfall parking. It is located right on the road and you will easily see it.

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Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve

Difficulty: Easy to Difficult depending on trail
Distance: 3 miles of trail total
Entry Cost: Free

Cane Creek Canyon is a beautiful park ran by Tuscumbia locals. The park offers many features including a large waterfall and a beautiful canyon view.

Find nearby hikes:
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Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve is located an hour and a half west of Huntsville.

Google “Cane Creek Canyon Nature Preserve” or look at the map above!

Parking Lot / Trailhead / Pavilion

There is plenty of parking in the parking lot area. Please be kind and leave a place for cars to drive through in order to make multiple rows. From here, you will need to check-in at the pavilion.

Pond

The pond is located right next to the parking lot. It has a pier and a few chairs for you to sit and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

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Waterfall

The waterfall is a short hike to the parking lot. You will take the trail that is perpendicular to the road and follow it into the woods, down a hill, and to the creekbed where the waterfall is located. To hike down to the bottom of the waterfall, cross the creek on the bridge and follow the ridgeline. You will switchback to go down and behind the first drop of the waterfall. Continue on the trail behind the falls until you hit the next switchback. The path is easy to find and follow but is a physically challenging trail.

The Point

The hike to the point is very short and easy. Follow the signs and you will end up with a beautiful view of the surrounding area.

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Rock City

Difficulty: Easy
Distance: Less than a mile
Cost: Rock City entrance fee is different depending on the time of year. To see the current pricing and park hours, click here.

Rock City offers incredible rock formations, magical caves, and breathtaking views. It is a great place to get outside with the kids!

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Rock City northeast of Huntsville and is an hour and 45 minute drive. Rock City is a very well known tourist attraction and is very easy to find. There are signs everywhere when you get to the top of Lookout Mountain for you to follow.

Google Maps Rock City or look at our map above!

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Rock City Maps

You can find the park map here. Though the map is a bit confusing, there are signs everywhere that direct you down the correct paths to be sure you see everything.

Attractions

Rock City is not the only thing to do on lookout mountain! Ruby Falls and the Incline Railway are both located on Lookout Mountain. You can check out the ticketing calendar for all 3 here.