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    Silver Comet Trail

    4.6 (136 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Ben C.

    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!

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    One V.

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

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    Marni M.

    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!

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    Kemsey M.

    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.

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    Nate C.

    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....

    Jeanette N.

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

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    Doug G.

    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!

    John H.

    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.

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    Veronica J.

    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!!

    Victoria L.

    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

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    Alexis P.

    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!

    Scarlett F.

    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

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

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    Great parking friendly customer service at the bike shop. Lots of space, great vibes!

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    Ask the Community - Silver Comet Trail

    Is there a place to rent bikes for the day?

    Comet Trail Cycles does rentals.

    I saw a few years ago there were plenty of crimes. Does anyone know about the safety nowadays? I'd like to ride my bike but as a female I'm worried about being alone.

    I wouldn't ride alone at night but during the daytime there are ALOT of people out. If you stay in the main trail I wouldn't worry about crime too much.

    Taking grandsons for a day to walk, run, explore and picnic. Looks like it has picnic tables and at least one bathroom area. Are the restrooms near the entrance area near Atlanta?

    There are a few bathroom facilities along the trail, each located at the trailheads labeled on the official map for the trail. There are also picnic tables at all of the bathroom locations, some have playgrounds, and there are still other locations… Read more

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    From what I understand, it stretches 62 miles into Alabama, which makes it the second longest trail in the US.

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    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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    Oh my gosh- I forgot how lovely this trail is, and I am lucky to live in close proximity to it. A…read morefriend and I needed to get some cardio in. I made the suggestion to walk the trail instead of just walking around the neighborhood. Best decision ever! We started the trail at the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area at Paces Mills. The trail length is 3.8 miles and offers a great work out. The terrain varies from flat to slightly inclined. In addition to getting that heart rate up you get to experience what feels like the perfect place to unwind and unplug. It's the sounds and sights for me! The waves created in the Chattahoochee river, the sounds of birds chirping, the sight of plush tees, and bridges. It truly is a natural escape from a busy suburban lifestyle. A few things to note: 1. You can access this trail from two different parking areas. The lot on Interstate North Parkway is free of charge. However, it is a small lot. The larger Lot at Paces Mill is $5.00 per day. You can make the payment via an app. 2. this is a multi- use trail. As such, you can find people doing a leisure walk, jogging, biking, skating etc. motorized items are not permitted on the trail. 3. if you don't own a bike, there are rentals available. The company that is located at this trail is called Movatics. You can find them in your App Store to get started with your rental. The advertisement notes that it is free for your first hour and $3.00 per hour after that. 4. The park is open from dusk to dawn just like most trails and parks. I highly recommend stopping by this trail, it will not disappoint!

    The trailhead is located on Hwy 41 just north of the river. Parking appears plentiful, but I don't…read moreknow if it completely fills up on the weekend (as we visited on a Friday late-morning). You can access the lot from either direction on Hwy 41. You first need to pay the $5 parking fee to recreation.gov. The instructions are fairly easy to follow; the whole transaction is done via smartphone. It probably took 5 minutes or less. The paved trail heads east along the river and crosses under I-75 before turning north. The trail is well shaded for much of the way, though it gets sunny as it ascends a significant hill just before the 1-mile mark. That was about as far as we went on our initial visit, though the trail kept going for, I think, at least another mile. There are nice views of the creek as well as (early) of the river. When we went, there were a fair number of others walking or running, so it never seemed too isolated.

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    Rottenwood Creek Trail - Some tiny falls at the end of the trail before the Bob Callan trail starts

    Some tiny falls at the end of the trail before the Bob Callan trail starts

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