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    4.5 (86 reviews)

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    Lullwater House
    Ritvik N.

    Pretty sweet park. I strolled down here with my sister, who's showing me around. I'm visiting Atlanta, so I'm not like a local or anything. First off, coming in there's an iron gate cutting through the paved asphalt road, with a sign that says "Private Entry only" -- don't remember the exact phrase. Suffice to say, I'd imagine they want to warn off traffic, but any *foot* traffic (ahem, pedestrians) are fair game here. As in, it's a free country, and it's perfectly allowed to go for a casual stroll around -- so no worries, brother. Cool views all around. Lot of light to deep- green vegetation, as is customary for all Georgia sights, as I've slowly come to learn. Saw a brotherhood or some forked trees, about human height, I'd say. A tree that seemed split in two, perhaps by the storm or such. A wide open grassy pasture, which is perfect to sit down and picnic at, maybe eat a sandwich or something for lunch. Wouldn't be a halfway bad idea. Oh, and I spotted a dear -- deer. Snapped my fingers because I'm a bit combatant for no good reason, and the deer's ears eventually perked up, and it glanced in my direction, a bit quizzically, tilting its head as if asking what the heck I was about. I just said aloud, "Hi!" and promptly waved in a genial rejoinder, and it promptly snorted (or maybe I heard it in my mind) and went back to feasting on the wondrous, glorious deep-green vegetation. Oh, well. Vegans, am I right? Anyways, strolled down a bit farther, came across a man-made waterfall. Didn't get too close, but I managed to snap some photos, as you can see. Eventually, on the right side of a road, we beheld a narrow metal bridge, which looked safe enough to cross. It was situated above a murky swamp, or maybe it was a lake. We crossed two at a time, even though I wondered if maybe one at once would've been a wiser choice. Turns off, there was enough wisdom to go around, as nothing too eventful transpired there. Ultimately, came upon a private residence, the Lullwater House -- named after the park, I'd hazard a guess. It said invited guests only, which was a bit of a bummer, and I'd assume dear Nosferatu would agree wholeheartedly with me. Anyways, we turned back or rather continued the loop to head to the path that returned to the entrance, but overall my experience is that this is a pretty nifty, out of the way and low-key park, with a sufficient amount of vegetation, trees, and wildlife if that's your sort of thing! Seems like a great and altogether unassuming location too. I'll definitely be back here, at least once more, maybe run it solo next time! Great place for a casual stroll anytime -- after all, who's there to stop you?

    Beautiful day 2/25/17
    Tiff H.

    After graduating from Emory, I really regretted not coming to this beautiful park more. Home to the President's mansion, I have only explored the edge of the park one time in my four years of undergrad here. We came here after a lunch nearby, and the day was just too beautiful not to linger outdoors. We entered through the Clairmont entrance, which is right next to the Clairmont campus. I remember I had tried to go for a jog through here one time when I lived on this campus, but didn't realize this connected to Lullwater Park; spoiler alert: it does! Parking is free on weekends at the parking deck on Clairmont Campus - park at the upper deck (not visitor's) for a closer access to the park entrance outside the shuttle traffic gate. The park is beautiful, with beautiful green lushness all around. It's every allergy sufferer's nightmare. However, the views are worth it! So get your butt outside while the weather is nice and before it gets too hot to lift a finger!

    Capturing that moment
    Sheldon B.

    As a photographer Lullwater Park is another great spot for outdoor photography,portraits and landscapes

    Entrance to Yerkes trail from Houston Mill Rd at Hahn Woods
    Robin S.

    Lullwater is a pleasant place to stroll around a small lake or through the trees on well manicured trails. If I was an Emory student or worker, I'd be here a lot. As it is, I've come here maybe four or five times. People have mentioned parking. My solution is to use the small parking area at Hahn Woods and walk Yerkes trail to Lullwater. It's not long and won't provide any kind of workout, but it's sort of a hidden gem.

    Best area to lay out a blanket
    Bianca G.

    Our favorite park in the Atlanta area. Has a gigantic green hill with soft grass and pretty trees perfect for a picnic. There's also a little sandy area with water and a "waterfall" as well as a big pond with a trail that goes around it. Great place to come and run. There are a few nice hammock spots. Parking is tricky because there isn't parking in the actual park. We always park somewhere nearby and walk. A few great trails here too.

    Sharlene M.

    Gorgeous park nearby Emory University. Perfect for running, walking, fishing, sightseeing and stunning views especially in the spring and summer. This is a also a kid friendly and dog friendly park that is has Emory security call centers for emergencies if needed. Very safe location and quite popular with locals and visitors alike.

    Pretty much perfection.
    Kristin B.

    Lullwater, why did I ever deny you that fifth star? You're pretty much perfect as parks go. Shade and sun, hills and open fields, running water and fishing ponds, serene without being creepy, you really have it all. You're the complete package, and I should have told you so to begin with. I might cheat on you sometimes with Piedmont...okay, and sometimes Grant too, but nothing can compare to you, I promise. I'll be back to picnic on your grassy slopes soon.

    Suspension bridge
    Cynthia D.

    I LOVED this place. I was looking for some light hiking in the city and didnt really think id find something in downtown atlanta. I DID! I took my 11, 10 and 8yo and had a great time. It was about 5miles all around. The only thing that i couldnt figure out is where to park. We parked at the Emory hospital and paid for parking.

    Kelly B.

    I can't sing Lullwater's praises loudly enough. It's the perfect place for walking or jogging- excellent paths (some paved, some sand, some dirt, some mulched, some gravel); a suspension bridge; a lake with geese, ducks, turtles, and a blue heron; open space for a frisbee game or a picnic; hills for running up or rolling down; an old water mill with Latin graffiti a la Dead Poet's Society; my list goes on and on... As for parking (if you don't live within walking distance to one of the park's several entrances), parking is free at the Clifton School after 6 on weekdays and anytime on weekends. The Clifton School is located at 1900 Starvine Way (the same road that runs through the Clairmont Campus- just take it to the top of the hill). Or, you can pay to park at one of Emory's guest lots (either the hospital side of Lullwater or Clairmont campus parking).

    Entrance from the Emory Clairmont campus
    Valerie N.

    I decided to head to Lullwater with a couple girlfriends to enjoy some sunny January weather and have a lovely lunch out in Emory. We researched a bit and saw that we might have the best luck parking in the visitor's parking at the VA and walking over. Well, we did just that and got super confused, and wound up walking Clairmont to the Emory campus on Clairmont, veering off to the right onto Dooley drive, and walking all the way to the back, and luckily finding a trailhead there, thanks to Google maps. We wound our way through the park, by the lake, by the old abandoned power mill, and then by the lake and onto Clifton. It is stunningly beautiful! From there, google maps took us through the Emory campus and down to Bad Dog Taqueria for a lovely lunch. On the way back, we went the opposite way we came, by the President's House and across the suspension bridge to get back to the VA. We definitely took the wrong path out as we wound up in what seemed to be a random parking garage on the VA campus. I'd recommend the full loop to exit back out through the Emory Clairmont campus and back over to the VA. We were there on the Monday MLK holiday and the park wasn't very crowded at all. There were families picnicking, dog walkers, duck feeders, bike riders, a fisherman, and even folks doing yoga. It was so peaceful; such an oasis in our city! I'm so very glad we came and got great exercise! There's a parking deck apparently at Starvine Way off Clairmont that might be worth trying next time!

    Mini falls in Lullwater Park
    Jes C.

    Since I live within walking distance, I am thankful that there isn't parking nearby. Either way, you have to work for it as what a treat it is. As long as the life flight isn't coming to CHOA, you feel as if you have left the city. An Emory protected sanctuary full of trees, trails and birds. Dogs are welcome on leashes. Bikes are OK but not on the running trails. Don't forget to check out the Lullwater House, pedestrian bridge and mini water falls!

    Waterfall at Lullwater Park

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    Beautiful walking trail. Lots of geese and we spotted a deer there recently. End to end is a fabulous walk.

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    Centennial Olympic Park - 4/10/24 FYI.

    Centennial Olympic Park

    4.0(410 reviews)
    5.4 miDowntown

    Beautiful vast park! Loads of photo ops and something for everyone! Fields to lounge or play on,…read morewater falls to sit by and drown out the city sounds, a created babbling brook that has a winding path along side it, TWO playgrounds, a visitor center with public restrooms that are well maintained, and their famous water fountain that kids play in and also performs synchronized to music throughout the day! Law enforcement is always near by and we found this park to be relatively safe! Close access to major landmarks in the area and a great spot to let kids live their best childhood moments!

    Pretty but underwhelming. Maybe that's not an entirely fair takeaway but for such an iconic park, I…read morewas expecting to leave it feeling refreshing, inspired and impressed. I left grateful for the green space but not really feeling much else. For the kids, you have to realize: the Olympics put Atlanta on the map. Prior to the games, it was a mid-to-largish Southern city without much distinction.* After the games, it turned into the crowded af bastion of Southern pop culture. Atlanta's history is divided in pre- and post- games. That's why I thought that a trip here would be akin to Central, Golden Gate or Lincoln. Nope. It had some nice intentional design. Pavers. Statues. Fun water features. The Ferris wheel. The rings (the water fountain wasn't working during my visit). But... I don't know. Like I inferred above, it fell flat. Glad I saw it but I expected more. It's smaller than you imagine. Oh, and all the bathrooms were closed/locked on a Wednesday afternoon in mid-spring. I don't know what that's about. *Taking nothing away from Dr. King.

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    Centennial Olympic Park - Olympic rings (my second Olympic rings photo - Paris last year around this time!)

    Olympic rings (my second Olympic rings photo - Paris last year around this time!)

    Centennial Olympic Park - The Fountain of Rings at night

    The Fountain of Rings at night

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    Sweetwater Creek State Park

    4.6(261 reviews)
    18.4 mi

    Today's hike at Sweetwater exceeded my expectations in every way! The weather was giving spring…read morevibes and the people were out for it ! Initially we parked in the wrong lot but that worked in our favor (where the bait and tackle shop is). There were lots of families out having picnics and fishing. We did a 1-mile loop in the area and were able to see the yurts. NOTED . Beautiful sites to take in before we ventured to the main lots with the visitor's center. Not only are the trails well marked, but there is ample parking across multiple lots. The attendant at the gate entrance was so kind, welcoming and JOYful! We ventured out on the red trail and it was gorgeous. To my surprise, the trail was full today. It seems that Sweetwater is a populated date spot!!! We saw folks of all ages out with picnic baskets, journals, coloring books, bathing suits ... it was AMAZING! We hiked to the end of the red trail and back, venturing off trail to be clear to the River only once. By far, this was one of my favorite hikes and definitely a place I'll revisit to explore some of the other trails.

    This is one of my favorite places to hike around Atlanta. There are several different trails so you…read morecan hike a couple of miles or 6 or 7 miles. The trail is really beautiful in the spring when the trees and plants are in bloom. The trailer is dog, friendly, but make sure you keep them on the leash.

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    Sweetwater Creek State Park - It was a beautiful day to be out in nature.

    It was a beautiful day to be out in nature.

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    4.8(8 reviews)
    4.9 miOrmewood Park

    Glenwood Park is a mixed-use development which opened in 2005 in East Atlanta. If traveling from…read moredowntown on I-20 eastbound, Glenwood Park is just off exit 59B (Memorial Drive, Glenwood Avenue). If traveling westboard towards downtown, take exit 60 (US 23, Moreland Avenue). This low key neighborhood, sandwiched between Grant Park and East Atlanta Village, is sort of "hidden." I think if you asked the average metro Atlantan if they've heard of Glenwood Park, they'd probably say no. Glenwood Park opened the same year as Midtown's Atlantic Station. Like Atlantic Station, Glenwood Park is all about urban and sustainable living. Unlike Atlantic Station, Glenwood Park isn't big. It's relatively small at just under 30 acres in total size. It's a lot quieter and isn't as commercialized. The property feels more residential than anything with quiet streets and wide sidewalks with nicely manicured lawns. After about a decade of existence, the development still looks great. There's a park/greenspace with a picturesque pond and a beautiful fountain. The community collects almost two-million gallons of its own well water per year in order to irrigate the park and street trees. There's a community garden where residents can reserve plots filled with high quality, organic soil. There's a dog park, playground, and neighborhood pool. One courtyard features a little stone fountain and full-sized bocce ball court. The layout was designed with pedestrians in mind, though there's plenty of free street parking and parking lots located on the development. It's clean and feels safe. The Atlanta BeltLine runs through the neighborhood in a north-south line. Food-lovers probably know Glenwood Park because of its restaurants, Gunshow, The Shed at Glenwood, and Vickery's Bar & Grill. Local celebrity chef Kevin Gillespie opened Gunshow in 2013 with fellow chefs Andreas Muller and Joey Ward. It may very well be *the* best restaurant in Atlanta. It's certainly one of the most fun and unique with it's American-style dim sum. You can read my review of Gunshow here: http://www.yelp.com/biz/gunshow-atlanta-2?hrid=_Zvxkqv86FBPQtUBysU21Q. The Shed at Glenwood is a modern farm-to-table restaurant with seasonal fare. Vickery's, known for its cocktails and burgers, opened its second Atlanta location in Glenwood Park. Drip coffee shop also has a location here.

    I'm not sure how to review a neighborhood but it shouldn't be too hard. This place is great -…read morebungalow style houses, flats, condos, townhomes and great neighbors. There are a handful of retail businesses on the south end of the neighborhood that we frequent and the usual smattering of intown amenities - proximity to downtown, Virginia Highland, Starlight Six Drive-In. You get the point. Since moving here in 2009 we have made so many good friends and really love where we live. There's a community garden, a pool/gym and a dedicated dog park free to residents (as of this writing). A brownfield redevelopment and product of Green Street properties, GWP is home to the 2005 Southern Living Idea House. Many of the homes are distinct in design, presentation and vary in style but all still flow together. Most lots are very small but we managed to eke out a wonderful front flower garden and transform the triangle shaped garden in the back into a treed and flowered sanctuary. We tried our hand at gardening in the community garden but the summer Atlanta sun and invasive weeds had us handily beat by mid July. In October each year, the Hotoberfest beer festival is held in and around the main park (now Brewer Park) drawing a few thousand people to the neighborhood. Less exciting but nearly as big a draw (maybe stretching here) is the annual garage sale. A handful of movies have been filmed here including the Blind Side and Hall Pass as is part of the Real Housewives of Atlanta (one of them lives here as of this writing). Like other neighborhoods that started mid real estate boom but not finished before the bang, there are empty lots, foreclosures and short sales. The last builder to get going has long ago gone out of business and a few independent developers have put up new homes but it remains to be seen if the original vision of Green Street and the first residents will be fulfilled. However, this remains a one-of-a-kind neighborhood south of I-20 and a great alternative to the stunning but prohibitively expensive homes in Morningside, Virginia Highland and the handful of other established intown neighborhoods. Being so close to everything available in Atlanta has spoiled us for going to festivals (Inman Park, Dogwood, Summerfest, Shade), the drive in and so much good food + drink in walking distance (you hear me $2 PBR at ten places I can walk to). The EAV and Grant Park are both short walks and great neighborhoods in and of themselves. The Zoo and Turner field are less than 3 miles away as are dozens of the best restaurants in Atlanta. The beltline trailhead is just across I-20 so you can walk off all the beer and carbs. Definitely kid friendly, we've seen at least six newborns arrive since we moved here. The little ones have a playground, a music class and no shortage of friends to grow up with. We will be adding our own in February 2012 so we're planning on being in Glenwood Park for the foreseeable future.

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    Glenwood Park - If you look very closely, you will see the rainbow going through the water...at Glenwood Park right this second.  :)

    If you look very closely, you will see the rainbow going through the water...at Glenwood Park right this second. :)

    Glenwood Park - Outdoor bocce ball court.

    Outdoor bocce ball court.

    Glenwood Park

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