Your Ideal Family Hiking Spot: Dallas W. Fanning Nature Preserve
Nestled near Madison, Dallas W. Fanning Nature Preserve is a hidden gem offering a serene escape into nature. This well-maintained park features clear trail signage and a variety of loops suitable for family strolls and casual hikes. The red trail loop, just over a mile long, provides a perfect balance of activity and relaxation for visitors of all ages.
Many appreciate the preserve’s peaceful atmosphere and convenient parking, making it an accessible destination for outdoor enthusiasts. While the preserve is quiet and refreshing, visitors are advised to enjoy it during cooler months to avoid mosquitoes common in summer. Whether you’re seeking a calm walk or an easy hike, this nature preserve is a wonderful place to reconnect with the outdoors near Huntsville.
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Michelle Cazalas
4 years agoThis little preserve is tucked away near the industrial area of Madison. The red trail was a nice mile walk with my two boys. My only complaint was the beginning and end of the trail had a lot of soft mulch around and steep drops.
Junell Shue
4 years agoExcellent trail loop perfect for a family stroll. Very well maintained with very clear trail signage, great parking area, and over all great trail conditions. The largest loop is over a mile from start to finish, but you could combine or take shortcuts to make this less/more. Would recommend this as a winter/cooler months hike as there is a lot of standing water close to the trail (the mosquitos could carry you away around here in the summer).
Queen Bean
7 months agoNice and quiet. Sometimes can be a little busy.
Lucinda Jane
2 years agoShort trail (1 mile perimeter) with a couple of short cross trails. It's not flat all the way through, but the incline isn't very steep. Dirt trail with hay on top of it makes for nice running surface and its well shaded. Great for a short, nature-filled, local run. Nice, large green area in the middle.
Desiree Gaiser
3 years agoThis trail is usually deserted. There is plenty of parking whenever I go. Lovely big field with tables. There is no shade on the field, though. There is also a lot of standing water around the raised trail. I foresee a lot of mosquitos. It's a very nice set of short trails.