Johnson Nature Preserve
7 acres, 10840 Deerfield Road
- Johnson Nature Preserve - The Rebirth of a Forest (3mb pdf)
- Johnson Nature Preserve Rebirth Update, August 2006 (2mb pdf)
- Johnson Nature Preserve memorial options
The Johnson Nature Preserve is the most unique component of Montgomery's diverse park system. On April 9, 1999, an F4 tornado damaged a path .85 miles long through the City of Montgomery including this nature preserve. Over 90% of the mature trees were destroyed by uprooting, splintering or shattering caused by the violent winds of the tornado.
The recovery plan is to enhance the powerful natural reforestation process by leaving much of the fallen timber in place to provide stabilization of slopes, an enhanced wildlife habitat and to add organic content to the soil of the forest floor. The City is monitoring the recovery and natural reforestation process. The recovery plan will be modified or adapted to achieve the desired result of returning the Johnson Nature Preserve to an urban forest and point of community pride as well as an area for recreation, enjoyment and study for visitors to the preserve.
This 7 acre preserve features:
- walking trail
- creek
- nature area