Land Trust Loop
Loop along the western side of Monte Sano Mountain
Description:
The loop runs through part of the Land Trust of Huntsville, which is comprised of land that has been aquired via donations in order to “preserve nature in Madison County”.
The Land Trust Loop combines three trails: the Bluffline Trail, the Waterline Trail, and the Alms House Trail.
As its name suggests, the Bluffline Trail runs along the limestone bluffs of Monte Sano Mountain, crossing a few creeks and passing two waterfalls along the way. The scene shifts in the Waterline Trail, with the hike becoming more difficult as the path follows a streambed. An old waterline is exposed in portions of this trail, hence the name. The final portion of the loop begins when hikers reach Three Caves Quarry, where the Alms House Trail starts. The Alms House Trail is a bit smoother than the Waterline Trail, but the trail ascends steeply just before the parking lot.
State: Alabama
County: Madison
Length: 4.7 miles
Difficulty: 8
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| Miles | Trail Name | Short Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | McKay Hollow Trail | Trail down the ridge of Monte Sano Mountain to O'Shaughnessy Point |
| 1 | South Plateau Loop Trail | Trail around the southern plateau of Monte Sano Mountain |
| 1 | North Plateau Loop Trail | Trail along the northern plateau of Monte Sano Mountain |
| 1 | Stone Cuts Trail | Named for the deep cuts in the limestone walls along a portion of the trail |
| 1 | Mountain Mist Trail Loop | A loop made up of several trails through Monte Sano State Park |
