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Fun park! I'd been to Collins hill 3 years ago and completely forgot about it, so when I came back today, I explored as much as I could! Collins Hill is a decent sized park, with a couple of baseball and basketball courts, volley ball sandy court, a nice lake that's very clear to see from the first pavilion and picnic area near the entrance of the park. I was going to say the trail isn't marked, but in fact, the entrance of the trail, located on the left, slightly above the basketball court, is clearly marked. Where I went was to the right at the second parking lot. This is where the trail spits you out at. Keeping a mental image of the trail, it's very clear that if you want a nice casual walk or bike ride, take the entrance, because it seemed to be mostly uphill tackling the trail in reverse! What I love about this trail is it isn't paved, and seems almost untouched by man. Sure, there's a natural trail that you can see, but sometimes you'll come across a fork where you're not sure which way to go, until you take the wrong trail and hit a dead end! Benches are here, but they aren't placed every 2 minutes like at certain parks. In addition, while there were lots of people at the park playing baseball, basketball, and having cook outs, I only saw two people on the trail, which makes it almost a hidden jewel, but also makes me kinda sad that people just aren't trekking this 1.5 peaceful nature trail. The trail comes to a open area in two different areas, letting you see clearly into the subdivision alongside it, and for a time, the trail then spits you out onto a gravel portion that lines the softball field batting cages. I like this park, and wish i'd visited it more often. There are definitely more beautiful ones, but you'll get your exercise here in one form or fashion, and it's just as fine to take a blanket and sit opposite the lake to watch the geese swim around....just watch out for the dog poop!
4 years ago
This is another park I really do like in the Gwinnett County park chain. Located pretty hidden from the main roads on Collins Hill Park, this park is pretty close to Collins Hill High School so you'll occasionally see the high school students playing basketball (yes they do have a basketball court) or do some training. This park is huge, and it has a lot of facilities, including a basketball court and a semi-beautiful lake/creek you can look at while you're taking a jog/walk. What I really like about this park is that it has a trail that's really similar to a hike; it's not paved roads and it's kind of in the backyard-ish area, so you'll see inclines and it really feels similar to a hike. Every time I record a jog, I see that one full lap around the entire trail is 1.4 miles, so it's a pretty great place to work out. I come here with my mom pretty frequently to get jogs when I'm getting tired of Rock Springs Park (another great park), but this is another great 5-star hidden gem park that's worth checking out! read more
2 years ago
Lots of greenery and the volleyball courts are nice. There is a lot of room for kids and pets to play. There are basketball courts, batting cages and a playground. read more
3 years ago
This park offers a pleasant, albeit modest, experience that can be comfortably explored in just a day. read more
11 years ago
Fun park! I'd been to Collins hill 3 years ago and completely forgot about it, so when I came back today, I explored as much as I could! Collins Hill is a decent sized park, with a couple of baseball and basketball courts, volley ball sandy court, a nice lake that's very clear to see from the first pavilion and picnic area near the entrance of the park. I was going to say the trail isn't marked, but in fact, the entrance of the trail, located on the left, slightly above the basketball court, is clearly marked. Where I went was to the right at the second parking lot. This is where the trail spits you out at. Keeping a mental image of the trail, it's very clear that if you want a nice casual walk or bike ride, take the entrance, because it seemed to be mostly uphill tackling the trail in reverse! What I love about this trail is it isn't paved, and seems almost untouched by man. Sure, there's a natural trail that you can see, but sometimes you'll come across a fork where you're not sure which way to go, until you take the wrong trail and hit a dead end! Benches are here, but they aren't placed every 2 minutes like at certain parks. In addition, while there were lots of people at the park playing baseball, basketball, and having cook outs, I only saw two people on the trail, which makes it almost a hidden jewel, but also makes me kinda sad that people just aren't trekking this 1.5 peaceful nature trail. The trail comes to a open area in two different areas, letting you see clearly into the subdivision alongside it, and for a time, the trail then spits you out onto a gravel portion that lines the softball field batting cages. I like this park, and wish i'd visited it more often. There are definitely more beautiful ones, but you'll get your exercise here in one form or fashion, and it's just as fine to take a blanket and sit opposite the lake to watch the geese swim around....just watch out for the dog poop! read more
6 years ago
1/6/2021 Collins Hill Park has two entrances and depending on the entrance that enter you will find two distinctively different walking trials. On one side you have Collins Hill Park Aquatic Center where you will find a 1.0 mile paved trail. The trail is an easy walk through the woods with a creek flowing along the path and a small picnic area. Side note: There is also a separate walking path the runs along the main road, but sticking to the 1.0 mile paved trail is a more peaceful experience. Across the street is the actually park.... Pro: you will find lots of open area for kids to play or for your dogs to run. The park has a basketball court, volleyball net, playground, bathrooms, baseball fields and batting cages, a nice lake and more. Con: finding the trial can be confusing. First thing you will see to your right is a tiny bridge with a gravel trail. Don't be fooled. This area is not the walking trail, it's more like a cute observation area for the lakes run off. If you drive all the way to the back of the park, near the batting cages, you will find a 1.5 mile un-paved trail. For me the downside was the lack of clear signage pointing to the entrance/beginning of the trail. I entered using the path behind the batting cages. I wouldn't have known the path was even there but for seeing other people walking in that direction. Once you get pass the batting area the trial becomes clearer until you get to an open field where you will see and certainly hear the hum of major powerlines above you. If you choose to walk across this field the path continues deeper into the woods. At the time I had no idea where it ended so I decided to turn back around. I later read some of the reviews posted by others and learned that the trail leads you back out into the parking lot. Overall, I think this park offers something for everyone and is a good park to either get a workout in or just enjoy some leisure time. read more
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