We visit the silver comet often and it allows our family time to get outside and truly enjoy the beauty that is nature. My kids love to walk, run, hangout in the wagon while we enjoy a nice stroll. Morning walks are definitely the best as it super quiet and I'm able to really just take in all the peace and quiet that being on the trail brings. Of course it get busier during the weekends but because the trail extends such a long distance, I've never felt that it was overcrowded and there are plenty of places where you can park and hop on the trail. Truly a wonderful place! read more

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Went on an impromptu walk with friends on Sunday evening and had such a great time. I haven't been to the Silver Comet Trail in years, as I used to live in the area about 15 years ago. It was just as nice as I remembered, maybe even a little nostalgic for me. The trail was calm and not too busy, but there were still enough people around to feel comfortable/safe without feeling crowded. It's perfect for families out for a stroll or a casual bike ride, and also great for runners and more experienced cyclists. Fall seems like one of the best times to visit. The tall trees lining the trail were beautiful, creating a really serene atmosphere. I genuinely enjoyed every minute of it and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking to enjoy some quiet time outdoors. Being outside and taking in the beauty of it all was motivation enough to keep walking, and we ended up walking for a little over 4 miles. A great alternative for a trail in the metro area if you don't want to deal with the hustle and bustle of the beltline. Can't wait to go back! read more

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If you like quiet trails with lots of shade, this one's for you. Well-paved, pet-friendly, wheelchair- friendly and suitable for all age groups, especially those with knee troubles. I visited it with 3 different age groups & 2 dogs and we all loved it. We met so many pet owners walking their dogs and bikers but somehow it wasn't loud at all except only while crossing the busy highway. Plenty of parking spots were available and they had clean restrooms. Only reason why 4 stars because some parts of the trail seemed unsafe, especially after sunset. So, it's better to start early and come back before it gets really dark. read more

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Mavell Trailhead start ~ parking lot already full early morning, too tight for large vehicles to maneuver through. Park vehicle at neighboring Nickajack Elementary School for additional & easier parking and ride about 100 yards to entrance. Trailhead has restrooms. Starting at this trailhead on the weekend you will encounter a lot of congestion from all varieties for about 5 miles. Fun stops along the way ~ playgrounds, breweries & eateries. Grateful for this amazing ride and hope to check off the bucket list one day and ride the whole way to Alabama! read more

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This is a wonderful trail and less populated for those who want a quieter walk and/or bike ride. There is SO MUCH to explore due to the length. And although the critters are plentiful , Silver Comet is great for the summer months as many areas are well shaded. Saturday morning are BUSY. Otherwise, I find most segments of the trail to be calm, peaceful and serene. read more

I feel safe on here. The people are respectful on their bikes and with their pets. Just stay alert and mindful at all times read more

Silver Comet Trail - The Silver! - Parks Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

I'm in love with this trail! You can go miles in either direction and never get tired of the views. It's perfect for going for an easy walk, but I see people biking or rollerblading on here as well. Would definitely recommend. Hope this helps! read more

My friends and I came here on a Saturday morning so they could do a two hour bike ride while I walked their puppy. The trail was clean, direct, and shaded. It was perfect for getting the distance in without having to worry about cars or getting lost. Will definitely come again! read more

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This is a great paved trail! I've walked at the start and rented bikes further in. There are a lot of entry points here because the trail is so long. I typically look for trails with bathroom access at the start and this has them along the trail. Some a clean...some not so much...If you're looking for a paved trail, I would highly recommend this. There aren't steep inclines so it's easy to bike or have strollers. The path is wide enough for people and bikers to pass easily. You cross over a few cool bridges too. read more

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Road 20 miles east on this trail and ended up downtown Power Springs on a slight off trail road extravaganza! Downtown is just a two minute ride with signage to guide your journey. What i enjoy about the silver comet is that you have so many routes to choose from once you get started! There is plenty of wildlife on the ride from a turtle sanctuary to a horse ranch that still operates Did you know in the early 1850's Powder Springs was known as "Springsville" for the medicinal benefits that the water had to offer. It became a huge attraction and turned the town into a resort. The town of Powder Springs was reported incorporated as Springville in 1838 in the lands of two Cherokee Indian leaders. Gold had been discovered in Georgia ten years earlier, and the first European-American terrorist came to find gold. The settlers found little gold in the mines at Lost Mountain and off Brownsville Road. It was at about this time that the Cherokee people were forced off their land by colonizers and removed to Indian Territory west of the Mississippi River on the Trail of Tears. What a tragedy for the natives who lived there in peace.... But they did just elect Al Thurman for Mayor.... read more

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The Silver Comet Trail is a great part of the metro area and runs about 62 miles from Smyrna to the Alabama line where it then connects to the Chief Ladiga trail and goes for another 33 miles...so in total the trails combine for over 94 miles of paved trail for you to enjoy! Fun fact that I did not know is that both trails were created from abandoned railroads! I have been on many parts of the trail over the years, but now that I live in Smyrna I enter at the 2.6 mile point and travel pretty regularly between the 4.1 mark and the entry point at Mavell Road. This part runs well into Mableton, alongside the Nickajack Creek and crosses over East West Connector. Around the 2.6 marker there are several nature trail entrances that branch off of the paved portion of the trail. These break offs take you alongside the creek and depending on the way you walk you can see abandoned buildings and even end up at the base of the famed Concord Covered Bridge. We usually hit the trail twice a week and enter at the 2.6 mile mark as there is a small dedicated parking lot and pavilion that is part of the historic covered bridge district. Overall, the Silver Comet Trail is a great trail for all to use. You will see your standard walkers, joggers, bikers, skaters, roller bladers and apparently even catch a horse from time to time. The trail stays clean for the most part and the immediate sides remain well kept and free of debris as well. Only thing you have to watch out for are the not-so-great pup owners who do not clean up after their dogs. So, in short...we love the Silver Comet Trail! Sidenote...it is not a lit trail, so stay within daylight hours to ensure your safety! read more

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Tara Drummond Trailhead to Rockmart to grab lunch and back. Mostly canopied and even manageable in 90 degree weather with 84% humidity. read more

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Beautiful stretch to get a long bike ride on. My husband and I took in 25 miles before heading to Chateau Elan for some pampering on our anniversary. read more

A wonderful extensive trail with numerous trailheads. I was enchanted by the wooden bridges that have stood the test of time. the main trail segways into some multi-use trails that would be a nice opportunity to walk into the woods. The further you go from Atlanta, the more wooded and less populated the trail becomes. On my second trek, I started from Dallas and enjoyed biking into a quarry like path. I suggest looking up the interactive link which shows you the features of different points of the trail. read more

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Love silver comet trail! Not too crowded like belt line! Has markers a For distance and a bench about every mile if you need to take a break! Paved trail will take you all the way to Bama if you like ! Just know the restrooms are closed now so be sure to go before you leave your home!! read more

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Great trail to run, walk, or bike on. Check out their website for all of the details but important points noted below: -wide trail allows bikers to maneuver around runners and plenty of room for people to go in both directions -trail is very well maintained and I always find it to be safe as a solo female runner -very flat :) -there are a few different areas along the long trail to park that have bathrooms and water read more

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Lovely trail. We rode from Mile 0.0 marker at Marvell Road to Powder Springs, about 12 miles. And back. The trail is on a former railroad right of way so the incline is never too steep. It's the straightest bike path I've ever been on. Whoever built the RR just went dead ahead. The best thing about the trail is that it is mostly in the shade with the tree branches meeting and shading the trail. Much cooler temp feel was most welcome on a hot day. The strangest is that the straight, straight trail creates an optical illusion and I thought I was going slightly uphill when it was flat. The worst: squads of middle aged guys in their tight biking costumes going too fast for a Sunday and hogging the trail like they own it. There are kids on bikes and folks walking dogs and parents with strollers getting pushed off the trail by these guys. Share the trail please. We made the detour to 'historic' downtown Powder Springs. It looks like a great place to live and raise children but there's nothing historic to be seen. read more

FYI: the Silver Comet Trail is a paved trail over 60 miles long and actually ends at the Bama / Georgia state line, where it meets another trail. Went skateboarding here with my friend, great spot. The trail is smooth and very shaded, so it's great for walking/running/biking as well. There are rest stops every few miles with bathrooms, water fountains, and parking. Great trail overall! read more

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We came here on a weekend and parked at the Mavell Road trailhead. This location is one of the eastern entrances and has a decent amount of parking. There is also a bathroom, and some picnic tables here. Once on the trail headed west, it was a pleasant ride through some trees and other foliage. The trail was not too crowded but did have a lot of roadbikers. Some of these bikers are intense and will zoom by you at high rates of speed, also giving dirty looks, as if they have more of a right to be there than you do. With kids in tow, this was sometimes less than ideal. There were very few places to pull over and we went about 3 miles to the Floyd Road parking lot and turned around. All in all, a good trail. read more

Came with a workout buddy for a walk early in the morning. It is a very kick straight forward trail with mile markers along the route so you can keep track. We only did 2 miles then turned around. There were many bikers, joggers & walkers so it was nice. Everyone was friendly & the majority of people had on masks. Most bikers would let you know they were coming, a couple didn't so just beware. I can't wait to go again and go further. It made me want to get a bike so I can see what's further down the trail. read more

Trail is official closed. We came here for the first time. Only made it 1/2 mile before a biker said the police was stationed a mile into the trail and turning people exercising back. Too bad. Was really looking forward to getting in a nice run for an hour out and back. read more

This place is very convenient, especially when you don't want to drive downtown to ride bikes or even walk on the trail. I came here last week by myself just to get away and find peace. There was quite a few people out. This time I decided to walk on the trail instead of renting a bike. I enjoyed my alone time read more

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Love biking in the trail, also great for walks and running. I've love to see some restaurants near the trail to get a little bit of East Beltline vibe. Something around Floyd trail head, just imagine it. Some lights you get to eat, get to walk and buy some things like flowers, ice cream maybe get a drink. But aside from my vision, love the trail for the fitness/outdoor activities. read more

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We have been going here for a long time. Great trail, and seems mostly safe. We have come across a few un-rulieeeess time to time. read more

Have really been obsessing over this trail lately. I recently moved to the area and had I known how often I'd spend afternoons walking down this trail, I may have tried to move a little closer! **Note this review is based on pedestrian experience, not a biker. There are lots of bikers but that's just not my thing, ya feel? You can pop Nickajack Elementary into your GPS and just drive until Mavell Rd dead-ends into the trailhead/parking lot. It's pretty early in the season, but I haven't had an issue finding parking. I imagine on the weekend it can be a bit challenging but assuming there's no event happening at the school, that's a great backup option for parking! The trail winds through pretty scenery and some houses back up to the trail. I love the way the sun shines through the trees in the evening. The road noise isn't too bad and as other reviewers mention, you don't have to deal w/ crossing traffic. There's a great amount of shade due to the tall trees surrounding which will be awesome when we hit those Atlanta summertime temps! And they have clean bathrooms available along the trail! Wowies! Can't hate that. read more

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There are many trail heads to get on the Silver comet. I started at mile marker 0.0, the Mavell Trailhead Entrance. I love biking and have been wanting to ride this path. It did NOT disappoint. Well maintained, and smooth. Although straight, you definitely feel the incline and that's what I love. When I ride the Greenway in ALpharetta/Cumming, it's often too easy. Silver Comet was super enjoyable. Many walkers, bikers, dog walkers. Shaded trail. Plenty of rest stops along the way. Pedestrian/Biking intersections with quick changing cross button paths. The Silver Coment covers Cobb, Paulding, and Polk County and continues all the way into Alabama, y'all! read more

This is a great trail but watch out for cyclists some of them have no etiquette. It is a very long trail with so much to see. The kids love the cows on one of the paths. read more

Silver Comet Trail - Cows!!! - Parks Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

A great time to get out and walk and get some lifestyle changes in your life you can always walk the silver comet trail. Although I have realized that the bikers might seem mad and entitled to the trail more than you. read more

This is my neighborhood trail. I love it. Alright for those that need a more detailed review, it is clean, well maintained, generally flat and wide enough for two distinct lanes of traffic separated by lane markers. It runs from Smyrna, GA all the way to Alabama. It is marked with mileage guideposts and usually a water point every 2 miles or so. Great for bikers, walkers and runners. Occasional downed trees after high winds or heavy thunderstorms (but usually cleared same day). Summer runs/walks/rides are great because of the consistent shade. Occasionally see deer or small animals. My neighborhood trailhead is the one by Nickajack elementary in Smyrna (bathrooms and water fountain). It's open for runners, walkers, bikers, horses, and is wheelchair accessible but no motorized vehicles allowed. 94.5 miles of paved trail from Smyrna GA to Anniston Alabama! Enjoy! read more

This trail is conveniently close to me and I always enjoy a nice brisk stroll or bike ride there.

Great place for walking, jogging, biking, etc! I have walked many miles on the trail and highly recommend it! If you bike, you can go all the way to Alabama! read more

The silver comet trail is pretty close to cycling nirvana. The road is well maintained, and goes in forever. A 16 mile out and back netted about 600' of total elevation and kept the heart going. There is also plenty to see every mile or so there's a bridge, rest area or something different. Most cyclists out there no the general rules of the road like signaling, announcing when they are passing, etc. There's also at least one fully operational bike shop that often has a food truck out front. Overall it's worth the trip for me from midtown rather than risk a ride down Peachtree dodging all the people in Piedmont. You're able to hit speeds of 25+ here safely. read more

The only bike trail in Atlanta. Well maintained and safe. Road crossing about every mile but all have crossing lights to stop traffic. Not just for bikes but lots of runners and walkers too. Mostly shaded so great in the summer when it's super hot. No excuses, give it a try read more

Great trail for biking and walking. We are fortunate to live so near a trail like this. I usually start at the Mavell Rd. parking lot but have also started at the bike shop lot. I enjoy it. read more

I love walking and riding the SCT! I also love and recommend the Comet Trail Cycle shop if you need to rent a bicycle. It's a great space to run, jog, walk, skate, or bike! It also stretches from GA to AL! So it's a great family trail to conquer. read more

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I started coming to the Silver Comet Trail January 2017. I was hesitant at first (it's very woodsy) but I've grown to love it. I start at Nickajack Elementary school and walk/jog to the 5.3 mile marker and back...so roughly 10.5 miles. The views are spectacular!! There are clean bathrooms along the trail and I've used them several times without a problem. You can even rent bikes at the store off Floyd road. Depending on the time you're there, parking can be tight but you can always park at the school. I recommend coming here to workout: bike, run, jog, or a leisurely walk. read more

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Captain's Log.. star date 07.21.2013. The mission would not be easy, but after my last encounter with the Silver Comet I wanted to see if my success had been just a fluke or had I indeed conquered this beast. My ship, the Trek 7100 http://www.trekbikes.com/powerreviews/powerreviews/product-reviews/Bike-Path/Hybrid/Trek/p/2011_1312600-7100.html, was in for a difficult mission. To boldly go where it had not gone before. I was determined after my last ride to complete a CENTURY RIDE, which is a 100 mile or more bike ride that is completed within 12 hours. You would think this may have been easy given the fact we did 94.5 miles just a few months ago, but if anything, this was the hardest thing I've ever done. This time, I didn't have the luxury of my wife following along and providing refreshments and encouragement. Instead, I had a backpack loaded with ice, power bars, energy gels and about 8 pounds of water/powerades. The goal was simple, ride to the 50 mile marker and return. Sounds easy enough, but the real problem is between mile 40 and mile 50. There are some seriously difficult elevation changes to test the endurance of both your ship and it's power source... your legs. What's worse is after navigating it successfully, you have turn around and travel back through it. But as the saying goes, No Pain... No Gain. ------------ - - - - - - LOGBOOK 6:15am - Arrived @ Mavell Road (check supplies and stretch) 6:30am - Begin at mile marker 0.00 8:14am - Rest @ mile marker 20 9:40am - 37 miles - Rockmart, GA (nothing is open on Sunday before 11am) Eat a power bar and down 16oz water with powder energy mix) *** If you don't like hills, this is as far as you should go!!! 11:38am - 50 mile marker (5 hours and 8 minutes w/20 minute rest) NOTE: Your speed will be considerably reduced because of the elevation changes in this stretch of the ride. The area between mile 46-47 is EXTREMELY difficult! Trail goes from 875 to over 1,000 feet in 1.5 miles!!! http://pathfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/8-clarkwood-rd-to-hutto-rd.pdf 1:00pm - Arrive back in Rockmart, GA. Ate @ Frankie's Italian Restaurant. 1:45pm - Frankie's refilled our water and we restart on the trail for the final 37 miles. 4:25pm - it begins to rain HARD for the last 10 miles, which gave us incentive to ride as fast as possible. Most of the final 10 miles feels like it's downhill, so I logged my best 10 mile times here @ 13 mph. 5:10pm - Completed my first Century soaked from my cap clear down to my socks which were muddy from all the road dirt the wheels kicked up. ------------ - - - - - - STATS * Time to complete Century Ride - 9 hours : 35 minutes * Time to complete with rest stops - 10 hours : 40 minutes * Miles traveled - 100 MAP - http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/silver-comet-trail-smyrna?select=jXYV8nAed2e6u5A88Lwi6g#jXYV8nAed2e6u5A88Lwi6g ------------ - - - - - - THE VERDICT Challenge yourself!!! I am not a regular cyclist. This marks the second ride I've done this year. Prior to that, I had not been on a bike for 3 years and my longest ride ever prior to this year was 22 miles. I'm not going to fool you, this is extremely painful and you will likely want to give up several times over the course of this ride. It was my trail buddy's 1st ride on the Silver Comet and previously he had not done more than 27 miles. He actually called his wife @ Frankie's to come pick him up after 63 miles, but decided to finish after a good meal and a little rest. Your legs will be on fire with lactate acid build-up, your butt will be uncomfortably sore and you will ache in places you didn't think you were using. However, it will give you a strong sense of accomplishment. Just be sure you have a full day to rest following your ride. Bonus - I lost 4.2 pounds this ride, even though I ate/drank like a pig. Yelp100[97] read more

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There are things to love about this trail... and there are definitely some things to hate about it as well. Let's cover both aspects. This trail is my go-to workout place. For the last 4-5 years I've become a rather avid cyclist, so my review is looking at the trail from a bicycle's perspective (trust me... quite different from when you're walking/jogging). The trail starts officially at Marvel Rd, which is behind the Publix off South Cobb Drive/East-West Connector. However, in the last couple of years, the city of Smyrna has built the Silver Comet Connector, which basically makes it possible to start the SCT (that's what the cool kids call it) on Atlanta Rd. The trail goes all the way to Alabama. So, as an average cyclist, you will never run out of trail. THE BRIGHT SIDE: (1) It's flat... really flat! There are some minor elevation changes that you really only notice because you find yourself breathing just a bit harder or riding a bit slower. I think total elevation change on the trail is 2%. It's a former railroad track that was paved over. (2) It's shady (for the most part). This is especially beneficial on those 90+ degree days in the summer (3) It's pretty (minus the parts where you drive past the water processing plant... blech! (4) Lots of rest stops, well marked, bathrooms with water fountains, and even a few bike stores along the way in case you have trouble. (5) No commercial traffic and very few stop lights THE NOT-SO-BRIGHT SIDE: (1) It gets really crowded. Especially on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. It becomes almost difficult to navigate, because you're constantly slowing down and speeding up, dodging the "traffic". (2) Speaking of traffic - when you are on the Silver Comet Trail, treat it like you would any other road. It has a yellow line in the middle after all. That means - stay to your right, and LOOK over your left shoulder before you pass someone, just in case there's someone even faster coming along behind you! Also, when you're entering the trail, remember to look and don't just walk blindly into the trail. People on bikes can potentially go pretty fast and it's difficult to stop on a dime. (3) Dog walkers - this trail is great for walking your dog. As long as you have a dog that is well trained and will stay close to you. There's been more than one occasion where the owner was walking on one side, but the dog was walking on the other side of the trail, essentially creating a long trap line with the leash... not cool! (4) Inexperienced and casual users of the trail can cause problems. That goes for joggers, bicyclists, skaters, etc. If it's difficult for you to keep a straight line on your bike, you may want to practice at home first before venturing out on the trail, where you could cause someone else to fall while you swerve back and forth. Also, if someone rides behind you and calls out "ON YOUR LEFT"... that means someone is coming up on your left. It does NOT mean jump to your left (yep, that's actually happened numerous times). So, with all that said - enjoy your ride on the SCT and I will likely see you there... !! read more

Silver Comet Trail - Parks Near Me - Smyrna, Georgia

What a beautiful, well marked trail! I can't wait to visit again and again I came here on a Sunday and found the beginning (in Smyrna) quite easy. Parking was a bit busy but it too bad. The trail itself was not busy at all. I saw quite a few people in the 3 hours I biked, all friendly faces that were obeying the rules of the road. Awesome shade and beautiful bridges. The signage, although old, was useful and plentiful. The whole trail was well marked and had plenty of bathrooms/water sources. I would love to go explore some of the downtown spaces next time. Love this trail- highly recommend! read more

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I truly enjoy the Silver Comet Trail. I've walked on this trail in the snow, the rain, and hellish heat, and I've enjoyed every moment. I discovered this walking/biking track when I lived in Vinings some odd years ago and even though I've moved, I still continue going there. I find it's usually best to go during the week in the morning or before everyone gets off work (before 6pm) to get in a serious workout.(this is cancelled out for holidays during the week) Also, the weekend is more crowded with families, bikers, dog walkers, joggers, plus more... so again the week days for working out, the weekend for more hanging out. I only walk on the trail, and in staying to the far right side of the track, I've never had a run in with bikers even when walking in a pair with my mother. Anyone on a trail is suppose to announce themselves in passing, but 99.9999% of the people on this trail do not, so I look out for myself and try not to get ran over. I'm also pretty tough and bitchy and if anyone runs into me, I suggest they flee for their lives!!! I park at the Mavell Road entrance and it can get very crowded by evening, so going down toward the middle or end can aid in a faster exit when trying to back your car out. Also this trail is well shaded but can become very VERY steamy after it rains and you'll be sweating in places that weren't suppose to sweat. But other than that, the trail is rather peaceful and quiet. There's lots of nature and yes it's going to attack your face such as bugs... bugs... and BUGS. So to wrap up my tale, I've used the restrooms at the Mavell Station once..... never again....never again..... Other than that... potty at home, enjoy your walk, be courteous to others, and break for squirrels!!! read more

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