Desoto State Park

Hike with a Naturalist Series

Event Dates:
March 29, 2024, 10:30 am
March 29, 2024, 12:30 pm
DSP-JSU-Hike

*please note: This event is not hosted by DeSoto State Park, only shared in our Calendar of Events. For details please see the info above

Hike with a Naturalist

Join the JSU Field Schools staff on a beautiful outdoor adventure hike on the Beaver Pond Trail in Little River Canyon National Preserve.

Beaver Pond Trail is a 1.5 mile loop. This trail offers easy walking and is located on top of the mountain within a short walking distance of the canyon. Birdwatchers or people with kids love this trail for the quick access and easy trails. No waterfalls or steep climbs along this trail.

Things to bring: Plenty of water and/or sports drink, snacks/lunch, hiking poles/staff (optional), sturdy shoes (open toe shoes are not recommended) Please be sure to dress appropriately according to seasonal temperatures/weather.

WEATHER: As with all outdoor events, if it's raining/stormy or very poor trail conditions, we may have to cancel. If the weather is questionable, please call the number posted above before leaving home.

Date: Friday, March 29, 2024

Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm (CST).

Where: JSU’s Little River Canyon Center on AL Hwy 35 (10 miles from DeSoto State Park)

Fee: Free and open to everyone! For details, call the Canyon Center at 256-845-3548