This is a nice hiking area along the Chattahoochee River. We use this area primarily for hiking,…read morebut there are other activities on the CNRA website. This area is federal land with parking pass fee or use your annual/lifetime pass. First, the confusing part. Getting there! There is small sign or Akers Mill (see my picture) and it does not refer to it as West Palisades, even though all the markers inside the park say that. The intersections in the park on the trails are indicated as WP1, WP2, WP3, ... So to navigate go from one junction to another. There is handy wooden trail map at every junction. Trail names are non existent. Parking lot off Akers Mill is large and paved, but no bathrooms (WP12). Another large parking lot off Cobb Parkway has bathrooms (WP1). Also the park connects to county parks along Rottenwood Creek, which gives additional options. These are paved and more oriented towards bicycles. We did an 8 mile hike here. Starting at WP12. Hiking trails through the woods and along the river, back and forth with some decent elevation. When we got to WP1 we hiked along the Rottenwood Creek trail back to Akers Mill. At that point we walked along the road back to the parking area. Very nice combo of woods, paved paths, sidewalks. This was after Hurricane Zeta, so a lot of blow down on the trails but we were able to get around it. (See pics). A good workout! This was during covid and midweek, busy but not too bad. Have been here on the weekend and lots of folks, but plenty of parking and with the large size of the area plenty of space between groups hiking. Great area near the metropolitan area.

West Palisades and Palisades Cobb Natural Resource Area, Bob Callan Trail and Rotten Creek are all…read moreconnected and this review is for all 4. These natural parklands are a good place for walking, running, biking, kayaking and fly fishing! Ambiance is a natural park in the edge of a bustling city flanked by urban infrastructures...not manicured, full of bushes, trees, streams and the river with huge concrete overpasses. It's a good location to visit nature ITP. Here's the DL. About 1/3 of the paved trails and 3/4 of the unpaved trails are canopied with rolling elevation (~900 feet). Here, you could stroll a peaceful couple of miles and trail run moderate 5 - 8 miles. The paved trails are well marked and easy to navigate. But, the undeveloped trails are NOT with limited signs /blazes. Most unpaved trails are in the forest and have limited views of the river. Some parts are ridden with roots, loose rocks and boulders so wear proper shoes. When you do go on undeveloped trails, please "leave NO trace". There's a small ruin in the middle of the parklands but is unmarked, very steep with heavy over-growth. Biking is allowed ONLY on paved trails. Fly-fishing, I see when the water level is lower with slower currents. Encounters with trail blocking gumps occur here on weekends. Sunday strollers with NO self-awareness, blocking both sides, leisurewear selfie posers blocking trails and some parking themselves in the middle of an unpaved trail... :-/ Dogs on leash. There is No Maid service here to picks up your duty bag(s). There's a trash bin specifically for pets at the parking lot so pack out your 4 legged kids' mess paw-leash! Self-service...there are a few picnic tables, benches, animal proof trash bins, bathrooms, water fountains at the trail head and a boat ramp adjacent to the parking lot (off Cobb PKY / 41) for boats and kayaks. Next to the bathrooms there's a leveled grass area for Frisbees or other group games. Occasionally, I've seen CCP riding bicycles or electric motorcycles here as 2PDs are nearby. Parking is $3/day or $35/year and has about 60+ spots. Drive slowly...it's not the smoothest lot. Pay at the trailhead next to the boat ramp and the bathrooms. Be sure to display the perforated paper on your dash as rangers regularly check and ticket. These 4 nature areas are great if you are looking to workout with elevation changes in varying terrains...wood, boulders, concrete, mud, loose rocks, dirt...with views of the forest, streams and river at a nearby location. Enjoy!

Nice, quiet park with baseball and softball fields very family-oriented, featuring a large pavilion…read moreand plenty of parking.

Relaxing this Sunday afternoon at nickajack with my children and parents. I've been here too many…read moretimes to count. They've definitely updated it since I started coming back in 2002 to play flag football. I've come to do Total fitness boot camp which was great. It's a nice park, but people do speed through here and come in and out without parking, seemingly to scope the scene to do illegal activity. Too many hiding spots and areas not too well lit which I feel attract mischief. Come during the day and you'll be fine.

Plenty of trails to explore; walking, running, or biking. There is a free parking lot at 3726 Paper…read moreMill Rd SE, Marietta, GA 30067. The trails are pretty narrow so you have no choice but to say hello when crossing paths. But there are PLENTY of trails to avoid people all together. I may have gotten lost and tripped over a tree root or two but I enjoyed this park. If you are parking at the above address, it doesn't really show on the map so don't mistake that parking lot for the Powers Ferry parking lot like I did, when you are trying to find your way back to your vehicle. Definitely a great place to get a good walk in.

Beautiful walking path, biking path, and hike for all ages and abilities right here in Atlanta…read more Try to get there early for parking(day pass is $5). I found one of the last spots around10am.

Great park for a walk, run, or bike road. Wide trails and great river views. Parking is available…read moreand you need to pay or have a pass. Great addition to the area.

beautiful river side park…read more parking is no problem here for sure. the park goes along a river where people can fish and some people excessive here as well. for the more adventurers there are trails for hiking with some pretty flowers and ridges to see some amazing views. come here with time as the park closes at sun down. perfect for an lay back walk and excessive day.

The park is great for kids, parking is easy, and the bathrooms are super close--roughly a 5-minute…read morewalk to the dam. The water is brown, so everything looks different than you'd expect, but it's still enjoyable.

Such a pretty and relaxing park. Great spot to picnic, walk alone or with pets, kayak or spend time…read morewith kids. The main attractions here are the swings and the lake with a beautiful view. I love visiting it with my husband just before sunset. We saw so many kids playing in the spider web climbing thing and the play area. There was a birthday party going on and the park was filled with folks of all ages. Trails: A little walk on the left leads you to the dam(falls) and it's a very quiet and serene path to walk or jog. There are 2-3 trails around the park but a bit rugged, so I recommend going when there's plenty of daylight. Parking spots are plenty and the park is pet-friendly. Fun fact: Atlanta Astronomy Club conduct star gazing events at this park. Check their website for more information!

Great pool! A bit crowded. I don't care for lane sharing; that's why the 4 stars. Clean locker…read moreroom. Workout equipment upstairs.

After closing in 2012 because of structural concerns, former Mayer Kasim Reed rebuilt a new $23.5…read moremillion, 64,000-square-foot Recreation and Aquatic Center in the Old 4th Ward towards the end of 2017. The new facility is sparkling and definitely worth visiting if you haven't seen it yet and becoming a member if you swim work out regularly. We paid about $250 for the family to join for the year and the bonus is that it gives the whole family access to all Atlanta public pools. The building is very open, bright (lots of natural light come in through the glass), and beautifully built. While ATL isn't the Northeast, winter is still somewhat more of a period of hibernation for a lot of people and the opening of this center provides a very nice public option for continuing to be active. It seems like they offer a wide variety of classes and activities for kids. While I can't speak to the basketball gym, workout facilities, and indoor running track on the second floor, the pool is great. It's helped our toddler develop an appreciation for the water and we haven't even tried their infant swim program yet. Some highlights of the pool are that the water is very warm, they have a beach front walk-in, a separate family changing room, a variety of aquatic toys for kids to enjoy, and a few fun sprinkler type poles in the pool. For parents looking to entertain their kids this could be a great drop-in option too at just $5 a visit I believe. My only complaints are 1) We've waited months to get our membership cards and the machine that prints them is always down or unavailable for some reason. This is obviously not such a big deal but 2) As this "undiscovered" gem is no longer so undiscovered, we've seen more and more swimmers come to the pool and it can be difficult to find a free lane to swim in now (especially around peak hours weeknights after work). This may just be what happens as you become a victim of your own success. The pool is huge but it's unfortunate that the way they built it the lanes cannot be expanded or added easily because the free swim section has a giant physical barrier from the lanes part.

Beautiful busy nature trails. The rest rooms available were less than ideal in cleanliness and…read morefunction.

This was under construction for a while so this is my first time stopping by since 2024. There was…read moreample parking available and the trail signs were very clear. There were some parts where we had to duck/crawl under fallen trees but that is expected when in nature. Some parts were slippery due to recent rains as well. The path on the other side of the river probably has more paved areas if you are looking for something more accessible. I was able to do this with a mild knee injury and knee brace but I would not recommend the inclines for anyone else at risk. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this and will return.

Pretty peaceful and I enjoyed my hike. I also love how they are adding new bathrooms, water…read morefountains and upgrading the parking.

This is a nice area that is called West Palisades. First, giant parking lot with nominal fee ($5…read morecurrently or free with America the Beautiful pass). A group of 5 us headed out into the woods of West Palisades. Trail markers at all the junctions. We did about 8 miles wondering around all the trails. Some trails are by the river, but when you turn inland it is hilly. This area also connects to paved trail along Rottenwood Creek, but the wooded trails are more interesting. Everyone enjoyed our time. Bathrooms are available here near the parking lot. Well worth a stop. Enjoy the outdoors!

We came here with some kids and some parents and had a great time. Parking was easy in their large…read morelot and the staff was friendly. The rentals were clean and I was able to take the belay test and just belay the kids without paying, which is the way it should be. The kids rentals were fairly priced and the facility was clean and modern. Their selection of walls and bouldering was great and the kids area had a cool slide and tension wall. There were a decent amount of auto belay options too, which is nice and gave me a break from belaying. There is a small vending machine and there could have been more lockers/cubbies. It wasn't that crowded when we were there, but they were full.

Always enjoy the vibe at this location. Both me and my 10yr old have fun every time. Love seeing…read moresome really inspiring climbs

Kennesaw Mountain is such a great spot for families, history lovers, and anyone who enjoys the…read moreoutdoors! There are both paved and natural trails, so you can choose your adventure depending on how easy or challenging you want the hike to be. Along the way, you'll come across really interesting Civil War landmarks and historic markers that make the hike feel like stepping back in time. It's also very family-friendly and dog-friendly! I was able to hike it with my 4-year-old daughter walking beside me and my 1.5-year-old on my back, and we all had a blast. The views at the top are so worth it, and the whole mountain is filled with a sense of history and beauty. If you're looking for a hike that blends nature, family fun, and historic charm, Kennesaw Mountain is definitely worth the visit.

This was my 2nd hike at Kennesaw Mt but my first time hiking to the top (vs around). PERFECT…read morebalance of incline and flat surfaces. BEAUTIFUL views - I can't wait to visit again in the spring - and well cleared route. We started around 9am and the trail was already well populated. Other hikers and runners were courteous. This hike is definitely on my repeat list.