Canton, Georgia

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Top Running Spots in and near Canton

  • Alpharetta, Georgia

    Big Creek Greenway

    4.0
    11 mi / 213 ft gain
    The Big Creek Greenway is a roughly 8-mile stretch of paved trail that runs from its northern Marconi Drive entrance in Alpharetta down to Old Alabama Road in Roswell. There is also an extended bit of the Greenway a little further north in Forsyth County, though these two trails do not connect. T...
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  • Cumming, Georgia

    Mountainside Loop Trail

    4.0
    5.35 mi / 823 ft gain
    Mountainside Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Cumming, Georgia.
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  • Cumming, Georgia

    Indian Seats Trail

    4.4
    3.24 mi / 453 ft gain
    The Sawnee Mountain Preserve is easy to get to with a GPS and offers plenty of parking. To get to the Indian Seats Trail you will start down a short (.17 mile) trail that will take you to the trailhead. The Indian Seats Trail is a loop so once you reach the marked trail you can go either left or ...
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  • Marietta, Georgia

    Cochran Shoals Trail from Interstate North Trailhead

    5.0
    Cochran Shoals Trail from Interstate North Trailhead is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Atlanta, Georgia.
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  • Atlanta, Georgia

    East Palisades Trail

    4.6
    4.18 mi / 620 ft gain
    The East Palisades trail is one of the only real hiking trails within Atlanta's perimeter.  Although it boasts surprising beauty and great trails, relatively few people in the city are aware this trail even exists.  As part of the Chattahoochee National Recreation Area, this section of forest is ...
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  • Atlanta, Georgia

    Chastain Park Trail

    4.0
    Chastain Park Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Atlanta, Georgia.
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  • Chamblee, Georgia

    Chamblee Rail Trail

    5.0
    1.61 mi / 66 ft gain
    The Chamblee Rail Trail is a scenic, fully paved multi-use path that stretches for just under 2 miles between Keswick Park and Peachtree Road in Chamblee, Georgia. Designed with both recreation and community in mind, this hidden gem offers a relaxing green space for walkers, runners, and cyclis...
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  • Suwanee, Georgia

    Sims Lake Park Trail

    4.7
    1.17 mi / 135 ft gain
    Sims Lake Park Trail is a scenic 1.2-mile paved loop trail circling the serene Sims Lake in suburban Suwanee, Georgia. This popular community park features a well-maintained pathway that offers visitors beautiful water views and access to several recreational amenities just minutes from downtow...
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  • Atlanta, Georgia

    Blue Heron Nature Preserve

    5.0
    0.82 mi / 79 ft gain
    Blue Heron Nature Preserve is located directly off of the heavily trafficked Roswell Road in Buckhead.  The preserve boasts seven acres of greenery, wetlands, meadows, wildlife, and wildflowers.  There is even an educational facility located on the grounds for those extra curious explorers.  This...
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  • Duluth, Georgia

    Shorty Howell Park Loop

    1.33 mi / 121 ft gain
    Shorty Howell Park Loop is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Duluth, Georgia.
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  • Duluth, Georgia

    Bunten Road Park Loop

    1.66 mi / 121 ft gain
    Bunten Road Park Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Duluth, Georgia.
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  • Ellijay, Georgia

    Hike the Tumbling Waters Trail

    5.0
    1.3 mi / 160 ft gain
    Just North of Carters Lake lies one of its tributaries, Tails Creek.  The Tumbling Waters Trail follows along a scenic stretch of this creek as it cascades its way towards the lake.  This trail is moderately trafficked and considered a local favorite. The Tumbling Waters trailhead also contains a...
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  • Atlanta, Georgia

    Morningside Nature Preserve Loop

    4.2
    2.01 mi / 154 ft gain
    Park your car on the residential road and look across the street into the woods for the trail. The trail winds around through a bamboo forest with streams winding in and out. The trail splits and you can either take the high road or low road closer to the river. Both trails meet back up near the...
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  • Atlanta, Georgia

    Atlanta Botanical Garden and Storza Woods Loop Trail

    5.0
    0.87 mi / 75 ft gain
    Atlanta Botanical Garden and Storza Woods Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Atlanta, Georgia.
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  • Decatur, Georgia

    South Peachtree Creek Path Trail

    5.0
    2.23 mi / 194 ft gain
    South Peachtree Creek Path Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Decatur, Georgia.
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  • Atlanta, Georgia

    Eastside Trail of the Atlanta Beltline

    4.6
    1.93 mi / 164 ft gain
    To visit the Eastside Trail of the Atlanta Beltline, park in the paid public parking (different pricing Monday-Thursday & Friday-Sunday) at the far southeast corner of Piedmont Park, behind the Park Tavern restaurant and brewery. From there, walk to the intersection of Monroe Dr. and 10th St....
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