Athens-Limestone County Nature and Heritage Trails are a system of interlacing trails that provide driving, walking, and canoeing access throughout the city’s parks and recreational areas. Trails within the system include the Antebellum Trail, a driving tour trail that showcases 24 antebellum homes and a variety of 19th-century structures throughout the region, and the Civil War Trail, which traverses sites connected to the region’s Civil War history. 21.9 miles of canoeing trails are also offered along the Elk River as part of the system, along with an accessible trail created with wheelchair and stroller access in mind and a family-friendly recreation loop.

100 N Beaty St, Athens, AL 35611-2602, Phone: 256-232-5411

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