Cobb County Georgia Parks Nature Trails

East Cobb Park - Park Amenities: 13 Acres. 1 Picnic pavilion, nature trail and Amphitheatre.
A combination of slate and natural surface walking trails encompasses the park. Pavilions, open grass areas, creek overlooks and a playground offer the visitor hours of enjoyment. The park has become one of the most heavily used parks in our system. A combination of slate and natural surface walking trails encompasses the park. Pavilions, open grass areas, creek overlooks and a playground offer the visitor hours of enjoyment. Phone: 770-591-3160 - Address: 3322 Roswell Road, Marietta Georgia 30068

Heritage Park - Park Amenities: Hiking trails (not paved), Boardwalk, Outdoor education building, 2 Picnic pavilions, Historic cemetery and mill building. Outdoor Programs offered.
Heritage Park Trails - Heritage Park is a natural park offering a 1.7 mile soft surface walking trail winding through 105 acres with 14.3 acres of wetland on four separate sites. Visitors can follow the trail through peaceful, natural areas that are habitats for many animal and plant species. The trail crosses Nickajack Creek and leads to the remains of a woolen mill dating back to the Civil War era. Phone: 770-528-8810 - Address: 60 Fontaine Road, Mableton Georgia 30126

Silver Comet Trail

A scenic 12.8 mile multi-use paved trail that begins in Smyrna and travels west through southern parts of the county. Casual walkers, hikers, joggers, bicyclists, inline skaters and people with disabilities can all use the trail and enjoy the same sights once reserved for the train's passengers.

Silver Comet Trail - Cobb’s First Rails-to-Trails Project
Cobb’s section of the Silver Comet Trail is a scenic 12.8-mile multi-use paved trail that begins in Smyrna and travels west through southern parts of the county. The trail follows the abandoned railroad line once traveled by the Silver Comet passenger train.

The Silver Comet passenger train was introduced by Seaboard Air Line Railroad in 1947. Originally fitted with an observation car and sleep lounge cars, it carried passengers through southern cities like Atlanta and Birmingham to destinations in the north such as New York, Philadelphia and Washington.

As passengers traveled across the countryside, they were treated to a variety of scenic vistas. Today the rail has been converted by Cobb Department of Transportation into a multi-use trail that is designed for use by all. Casual walkers, hikers, joggers, bicyclists, inline skaters and people with disabilities can all use the trail and enjoy the same sights once reserved for the train’s passengers.

Traversing six trestles and bridges, the trail offers spectacular views and direct access to Heritage Park, a natural park that includes approximately 105 acres with 14.3 acres of wetland in four separate sites. Visitors can follow the 1.7-mile walking trail to the remains of a woolen mill.
The trail will ultimately extend 57 miles through Cobb, Paulding and Polk counties, and current plans call for this section to link with other trails and allow direct access between Atlanta Georgia and Birmingham Alabama.

Trailheads
Four trailheads have been constructed offering parking, restrooms, water fountains and related amenities. The trailheads are excellent places to access the trail and begin your adventure. They are open from dawn to dusk. For individuals who reside close to the trail, it can also be accessed at numerous cross streets. Nearby residents are encouraged to walk or cycle to these locations.

The Trailheads Locations:

Florence Road - 3453 Florence Road, Powder Springs

Floyd Road - 4342 Floyd Road, Mableton

Heritage Park - 60 Fontaine Road, Mableton

Mavell Road - 4573 Mavell Rd SE, Smyrna

Concord Road - 140 Concord Road, Smyrna

Oakdale Road - 4160 Atlanta Road, Smyrna

Silver Comet Depot
In a building that used to serve as the old train depot, the Silver Comet Depot now offers Bicycle/Skate rentals, accessories and concessions. The Silver Comet Depot is located at the Floyd Road Trailhead (4342 Floyd Road, Mableton). Call the Silver Comet Depot at (770) 819-3279 for more information.

Safety and Etiquitte
The Silver Comet Trail is one of the top trails in the country. What was once was used for train travel is now utilized by casual walkers, hikers, joggers, bicyclists, inline skaters and people with disabilities. With such a diverse group sharing the trail, please follow the safety tips below.

Be courteous and respectful to other users.

Stay on the trail surface.

Respect the privacy of adjacent landowners.

Travel in a consistent and predictable manner.

Stop, look and yield to traffic at crossings.

Clean up your litter - help keep the trail clean for others.

Keep pets leashed.

No alcohol, or drugs.

Cyclists and skaters should wear helmets.

Use the buddy system.

Use the trail only during daylight hours.

Keep right as you use the trail. Pass on the left and give a courteous and audible signal of your intention to pass.

Although a special bicycle unit of the Cobb County Police Department enhances trail security, visitors are encouraged to use the buddy system and ride, walk or jog in pairs or groups. Call for more information.

Phone: John Purcell at 770-528-8825.

Adopt-a-Trail - Both the Silver Comet Trail and Heritage Park Trail are sectioned for adoption. Each section is an estimated 0.25 miles. If your family, neighborhood, group or company would like information concerning adopting a portion of the trail, please contact Keep Cobb Beautiful at 770-528-1135 or John Purcell at 770-528-8825.