5 walking trails near Atlanta

Spring is here which means we're ready to get our steps in. Here are few walking trails to add to your rotation.

Silver Comet

Make a day of exploring sections of this extensive paved path.

• Surfaces: Concrete.
• Length: 61.5 miles
• Parking: Find parking options here.

Roswell Riverwalk

Take a mostly paved long walk along the Chattahoochee River. This trail connects the Azalea, Riverside, White Memorial and Roswell Underpass parks where you pause for a picnic.

• Surfaces: Asphalt, boardwalk, concrete, dirt.
• Length: 7 miles
• Parking: Azalea Park (203 Azalea Dr.), Riverside Park (575 Riverside Rd.), Don White Memorial Park (925B Riverside Rd.), Roswell Underpass Park (under US 19).

Big Creek Greenway

Disconnect for a few hours and walk this scenic trail.

• Surfaces: Boardwalk and paved.
• Length: 11.2 miles
• Parking: Find parking options here.

Nancy Creek Trail

If you're on the hunt for an easy family-friendly trail, this 2-mile loop is completely paved.

• Surface: Concrete.
• Length: 2.3 miles.
• Parking: Murphy Candler Park (1551 W. Nancy Creek Dr. NE).

Ivy Creek Greenway

This nature-filled, scenic path features waterfalls and a 400-foot boardwalk over the creek.

• Surfaces: Asphalt, boardwalk, gravel.
• Length: 2.3 miles.
• Parking: Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center (2020 Clean Water Drive) or George Pierce Park (55 Buford Highway).