Whimsical designs in Hendersonville, North Carolina

Kellogg Nature Trails, located at 362 South Rugby Road in Hendersonville, North Carolina, is a beautiful park developed with the help of volunteers from the Carolina Mountain Club and local residents. The Perry N. Rudnick Nature Trail, which opened in May 2002, spans 50 acres around the UNC Asheville Kellogg Conference Center. The one-mile trail takes visitors through three unique ecosystems, including wetlands, hardwood forests, and wildflower meadows. Thanks to a generous grant from the Perry N. Rudnick Foundation, bridges and boardwalks were built over streams and wetlands, and a larger bridge was reconstructed. The Hendersonville Botanical Club conducted plant inventories, while the Audubon Society tracked bird populations throughout the seasons. Additionally, 14 pieces of public art can be found along the trail, adding a whimsical touch to the natural surroundings.