# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Hike With A Naturalist - DeSoto Scout Trail
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Join Desoto State Park and JSU Field Schools staff on a beautiful outdoor adventure hike on the Desoto Scout Trail (DST). This hike is a challenging & steep 6.5 mile hike. The trail follows the West Fork of Little River and traverses a varied terrain of ridges, valleys, fern glades, rock formations, waterfalls, beside deep pools, riffles, through rhododendron tunnels, creek crossings, swimming holes, and sandy stretches.

About the hike:
Approx 6.5 miles round trip, moderate to strenuous along rocky mountainous terrain. We will meet & start at DeSoto State Park Lodge, hike downstream to the backcountry trailhead off Road 5 in the Little River WMA (car caravan back to lodge)

Things to bring: Plenty of water and/or sports drink, snacks/lunch, hiking poles/staff (optional), sturdy shoes (open toe shoes are not recommended)

Weather Notice: As with all outdoor programs, hikes may be canceled due to rain, storms, or unsafe trail conditions. If weather is questionable, please check with the Canyon Center before attending.

Free & open to everyone. Registration appreciated.

For details, call the Canyon Center at 256-845-3548 or email FieldSchool@jsu.edu.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/fort-payne/hike-with-a-naturalist-desoto-scout-trail/200030360576954
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, sports, trekking
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 12

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Fort Payne
- **state**: AL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Desoto Pkwy NE, Fort Payne, AL 35967, United States
- **lat**: 34.46652
- **long**: -85.65247
- **full address**: Desoto Pkwy NE, Fort Payne, AL 35967, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Hike With A Naturalist - DeSoto Scout Trail being held?
  - **A:** Hike With A Naturalist - DeSoto Scout Trail takes place on Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am to Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 10:00 am at Desoto Pkwy NE, Fort Payne, AL 35967, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Hike With A Naturalist - DeSoto Scout Trail?
  - **A:** Hike With A Naturalist - DeSoto Scout Trail is organized by JSU Field School.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at JSU Field School's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given JSU Field School a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. JSU Field School has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Hike With A Naturalist - DeSoto Scout Trail is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Fort Payne, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Hike With A Naturalist - DeSoto Scout Trail sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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