My body needed this work out since it's been forever since I did this. Overdue and well deserving…read morefor my body. Easy & convenient parking for hikers. While nervous, it was a no breeze hike following one of the ladies navigation. Starting out going (LEFT) on the trials, the hike round trip took 4mins (round trip) even after we took a wrong loop. Thank God only animals we seen were the 's NOT an , , nor . Thank God NEW Pro: There is now a restroom which is smarter than people so, be sure to bring your cell so, you can scan the code for entry. CON: As a aquaphile, was disappointed that there was no beautiful big waterfall.

A beautiful nature escape, in the heart of ATL…read more Location and Parking Located on Cascade Road, parking is plentiful and free. If you do go on the weekends, make sure to arrive early as the parking can fill up fast. Venue and Atmosphere The great outdoors await; enjoy the mostly paved path along the creek to a peaceful waterfall. The trail continues slightly uphill and winds through the park with beautiful foliage and more creek views. Aside from the incline, the trail is relatively easy. The waterfall wasn't very full but that of course depends on the rain level, and the past month was a dry one. It was still lovely! Verdict I'll definitely visit again!

Blue Heron Nature Preserve offers a quiet and restorative escape tucked into the heart of Atlanta…read more Parking was easy and close to the trailhead, making it a stress-free start. The walk begins on a boardwalk that winds through shaded greenery and invites you to slow down and settle into the rhythm of the space. What stood out was how quickly the city disappeared. Though the preserve sits near a major road and is surrounded by urban development, it feels far removed. Birdsong replaces traffic noise and the dense foliage wraps around you like a soft barrier. The air feels cooler and calmer, and the sounds of the city fade into the background. It is not a long hike but it is enough to reset your senses and remind you that nature still thrives in unexpected places. If you are looking for a short walk that delivers peace without a long drive, Blue Heron is worth it. It feels more remote than it is and that illusion makes the experience even better. You leave feeling refreshed and a little more connected to the quieter parts of the world. [Review 1256 of 2025 - 826 in Georgia - 24808 overall]

Stopped by here for a bit, early on a Sunday morning. Trail was very quiet and very well…read moremaintained. Easy and short. Lots to look at.

I love this park. It's at the top of my neighborhood and it has a nice little lake that you can…read morefish in. I've seen catfish, crappie and bluegill. There are also gaggles of geese who frequent this spot and one of them has a broken beak. If you see him, please feed him for me and tell him I said hello! Anyway, it's a great park for the neighborhood and locals looking for a quick jog or a nice place to eat lunch outdoors.

Not my favorite. The lake is nice. It's in a nice neighborhood. And that's about all I saw out of…read moreit. Not sure if there's another entrance I missed, the park looked fairly large on the map but I walked around the area by the pool and didn't find much structure. The trails I did come across didn't seem very well maintained and I honestly felt uncomfortable being out there alone while halfway through a pregnancy, too many fallen branches, stumps, steep inclines and very, very narrow passageways. The pool itself looks a bit gross, dirty and uncovered with broken cement and dirt around from some sort of construction or renovation. They are building a playground at another far end of the park, so maybe it'll be in better shape one day.. but there's not much to it now.

I enjoyed a very nice hike on Sunday morning with some girlfriends led by the park rangers at…read moreDavidson-Arabia Nature Preserve. The weather was perfect and the knowledgeable rangers led us on an educational flora and fauna hike. We learned about different plants and mosses growing on the mountain. We even saw a pair of ducks and their nest of eggs. It was the perfect way to spend a Sunday morning.

This is a handy stop that is not far off the highway. The area includes extensive paved trails wide…read moreenough to accommodate bikes and walkers without a huge hassle. The land is interesting, a mix of rocky and verdant terrain. Some dirt trails divert off into the woods. There are a few substantial parking areas. Some open meadows are near the bottom of the hill, while the rocks tend to be more prominent the higher you go. It's a free stop as well.

Totally cliché, but I'm going to daringly say that Henderson Park has something for everyone. When…read moreI was there, I observed a kids soccer game, picnickers, hikers, dogs being walked by their owners, Girl Scouts having a meeting, fisherpeople, photoshoots, children playing, birthday parties, and people just chilling by the lake. Seriously, that's nearly everyone who wants to be outside! Regarding hiking, the trails are not marked very clearly. The map doesn't show all the turnoffs, and it gets confusing. Maybe it's this way to give you a sense of adventure? At least it's tough to get really lost since you're often within sight of houses or the road. Beautiful woods! As for restrooms, there was a porta potty in the parking lot adjacent to the playground by Lake Erin, and the map indicates that there are other restrooms in Henderson Park too. Speaking of maps, I might recommend a quick peek at one before you go since the park can be accessed from different roads (Henderson and Livsey). Didn't get to explore the other side of the park with the native plant and wildlife walk this trip but next time!

When the shelter in place order began, I looked for places to hike that were not too far from home…read more I came across Henderson Park and decided to give it a try. This is a great neighborhood park. If I lived nearby, I'd take a walk here every chance I could. In addition to the trails, there are athletic fields, a kids play area and a great wide deck where people can look out at the lake or eat a nice lunch. There is a lot of parking and the park itself is well-maintained. I was able to find a map of the park trails online, and it was helpful but trail maps aren't perfect. I tried to walk as many of the trails as I could, but I was turned around a lot. We'd also had a lot of rain prior to my visit so a lower trail path by the lake was flooded. There is a small waterfall in the park, and I think I saw it but I'm not sure. There were a lot of rock formations in the creeks/streams, and none were labeled. I went to Henderson Park with a friend who needed to use the bathroom. The main bathrooms are located on the west end of the park by the soccer fields. On the east end of the park, there are port-a-potties. There are no bathrooms near the kids park which was a surprise and why I mention where the bathrooms are located. Overall, I'm glad that I gave Henderson Park a visit. The people who live nearby are lucky to have it.

My friends and I enjoyed the free Sunday Yoga in the Park session hosted by Ebb. Ebb has insect…read morerepellent, yoga mats, and yoga blocks available to for use during the session. We preregistered on eventbrite. Ebb was welcoming and the whole experience was the perfect way to begin the week.

A hidden gem that doesn't get a lot of traffic. The park is located in a quiet neighborhood off of…read moreJuhan Rd. It's a nice size park with a multifunctional trail that goes around the park. There are individual trails off the main trail where you walk through mud, dirt, and thick brush, so keep that in mind. For the trails less traveled, look out for the spider webs! Some of the trails lead down to the river. There are playgrounds, a bathroom area (not sure if it was open), and a one big gazebo if you want to rent the space for an event. If you want to get a nice walk or run in without a lot of people, this park is perfect.

Highlight: Sister brought me here on our exploration of the neighborhoods of East Atlanta and for…read morethose who want a hippie, whimsical, slightly grungy 1970's play hide and seek among rainbow mushrooms, peace signs, overgrown hedges, and commune like energy, you definitely want to come here. You came here to see Big Lou the Emu, see overgrown vegetable gardens, see lots of communal homes, giant bubble sticks, and feel flashbacks of going to the 80's. It feels like you stepped into some liberal city like Seattle- look forward to blue hairs, hipsters, indie spirits, elephant pants, dread locks, beards, vintage bikes, etc. Location- This place is located randomly at the end of a cul de sac in Lake Clare Community a among streets named after states like NY and Arizona. It is next to a community house and then the entrance is literally wooden signs calling this place a Land trust. I've never heard of a land trust but the theory is that a group of individuals (probs hippies from he 1970's) left a piece of land for the community to play, have meetings, to grow in, garden- but it's not some community garden either with tame gardens, etc. It is essentially a giant piece of land with playground hints, peace signs, a random sauna??, pond with peace loving turtles, a random emu, and still growing in its offers. Definitely feels very different from other parts of Atlanta (Ansley Park, Chastain, Avondale, Old Fourth Ward, Cabbage Town, etc). Things to look for 1. Big Lou the Emu- that's right- there is this giant bird that is dinosaur like who is about 20 years old roaming around this place- behind a chain linked fence of course but you definitely should see this guy with his large blue ear holes, gray blue black plumage, fierce beak, and even more fearsome claws that you can't help wonder if you'd an outrun this beast. Guarded by 2 Mallard males and a pit bull like dog 2. The Peace Pond- that's right- imagine a pond slightly untame and over grown with turtles that actually swim towards you rather than away from you (unlike other turtles I've seen)- peaceful turtles I gues 3. The overlook facing Atlanta- you get to see a hint of the skyline of Atlanta from the highest point of this place- there are these super high chairs wooden weathered but comfortable to sit there and drink a coffee and read a book. 4. The amphitheater- Apparently there's a drum night that happens a few times a week- has a very pow wow kind of feel 5. The Olympic shed- apparently this place housed Olympic athletes from the olympics in the 90's - not sure where they stayed.. maybe this was for those who were in for the hippie kinds! 6. The gnomes, bright mushrooms, playground tools, peace signs

This was such a great place to have a small adventure. Located at the end of a quaint neighborhood,…read morethis community park is filled with community gardens, chickens, trails, lots of viewing spots, and even an emu! We didn't get a chance to see the my but the trails that lead to ponds and a lookout spot were awesome. The chickens and gardeners there were also friendly. There weren't too many people there so it'd be an ideal place to have a private picnic by the pond or wander through trails throughout the afternoon. It's a lot bigger than I remember when I went years ago. What a great find!

Wide busy trails along the waterside with quite a few little foot paths to the water edge. The rest…read morerooms were less than ideal in cleanliness and function unfortunately.

I really enjoyed this park. It had great trails, lovely views, and super easy parking--definitely…read moreworth checking out!