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    Reynolds Nature Preserve

    4.5 (15 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Cynthia N.

    I lead hikes for a group, so I'm often looking for places in different parts of town. In searching on the south side of town, I came across the Reynolds Nature Preserve. I scouted the park twice, looking for parking options and determining the trail routes that I'd like to follow. I really enjoyed my time there on both visits. I preferred the counter clock direction for an overall easier hike as well as ending the loop closer to the lake. The inner lake loop was fairly easy, but the inner mountain look made my thighs burn. One of the trail names is Burstin' Heart and they aren't kidding. It's not difficult but I was definitely huffing and puffing a bit. The scenery is typical Georgia woods with a fair number of squirrels. I noticed on the warmer day a lot of flying gnats (swarms of them) so don't forget your bug spray. Overall, a great little park and I'm glad that I found it. It's a great option for a pretty and quick walk in the woods. Yelp #13 2022

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    Lisa F.

    Great place for an easy hike, BUT there is elevation on the hike. Lots of people walking with their dogs. The Preserve is located in a neighborhood with free parking. There are bathrooms, picnic tables and a nice lake (no fishing alllowed). Be careful and watch your feet. There are lots of exposed trees roots.

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    Maddie M.

    Absolutely love this hidden gem! Extremely well taken care of and absolutely serene from the craziness of the city! Plenty of incline and decline, well marked trails, loops, benches along the trails, picnic tables & trash cans (near the parking lot), ponds, wildlife (turtles, birds, squirrels, fish), and stunning views. This has become my go-to spot for walking/hiking. You can make it as difficult or easy as you want! I can't recommend it enough. Come early on a weekend for a parking spot.

    Kandus J.

    Super peaceful, gorgeous, luscious trail! There's a few trails all running along together and it's very beautiful! Watch out for poison ivy!! It's everywhere here!

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    Janos J.

    This is a beautiful park, or as they call this place a nature preserve. I've been here quite a few times just to go hiking (4 mile trail) in the area, the preserve sits on 146 acres, it has a few ponds and creeks and is a great site to visit if you just want to walk around in nature, see a few animals (deer, squirrels, foxes, rabbits, different birds, etc...) One thing you should enjoy here is that they have guides who work inside the centre, they have different native species, snakes, birds and other things on display that they will show you and talk about. This is great for kids. Reynolds Nature Preserve is 1.5 miles away from Clayton State University. When coming here, just take Jonesboro Rd, turn onto Huie Rd and then take Reynolds Rd and go North. Park Info: Hours: Daily 8:00 a.m. until dusk INTERPRETIVE CENTER HOURS (exhibit native species) Monday through Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Dogs: You can bring them, but they MUST be on a leash.

    Old farm equipment
    Robin S.

    A shout-out to my friend Janos for making me aware of this park. Very nice, fairly small urban nature preserve. I saw no one else on the trails on a cold, early Saturday morning. It had rained just a few hours prior. But I like hiking alone in city parks - makes you feel like you're somewhere else. Reynolds' trails are the easy-to-walk sort, even after the rain. This is where you go to calm your spirit, not exercise your body. There are no trail markings. Other parks and preserves paint colored squares and such on trees along their trails. Not here. There are a few signs at intersections that denote the trail name, but none that note other information such as direction back to Nature Center. The trail map at the parking area is the only one you'll see and it isn't real clear. However, you can't get lost. The preserve is too small and the contours of the land will lead you back from whence you started. Lots of sitting benches scattered about the grounds and along the trails. Someone has built an observation tower on the east side. Not sure if it's on preserve grounds or is for something else. Closed off at present while construction is completed. I will come back sometime to see what is to be made of this structure. Reynolds Nature Preserve might not be a destination city hike along the lines of the Chattahoochee National Recreation Area sites, but it is certainly worth a visit and offers nearby residents a great option for whiling away a couple of hours among the trees. If you visit, consider donating towards the upkeep of the preserve. There's a box near the nature center.

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    The Ridge Nature Area

    The Ridge Nature Area

    4.5
    (4 reviews)
    13.8 mi

    Great hike! 3.0 miles in an hour. Kids and pets are welcomed but will need a sturdy strollerread more

    Located at the end of a road in Fayetteville, "The Ridge includes 308 acres of natural beauty which…read moreprovide a glimpse into a multitude of ecosystems, opportunities for environmental education and a diverse mix of passive recreational experiences." (Southern Conservation Trust) I visited on opening day, August 13th, 2016. This expansive nature area has many features. There's hiking, geocaching, fishing, canoeing and more! I even remember seeing a landscape painter stationed quietly along one of the hiking paths. Fayette county is really expanding. After Pine Wood movie studios moved in, things have been growing rapidly. The timing was perfect for creating a nature area. "The Ridge is a City of Fayetteville public green space project. After years of desiring to develop the nature area, the City engaged Southern Conservation Trust to develop and manage the public use nature area."(Southern Conservation Trust) "Over 200 acres of the 308 acres of the Ridge that are not wetlands were clear cut in the 1820's, and farmed up to the mid 1960's, with only a few patches remaining of "old growth" trees or vegetation." (Southern Conservation Trust) After hiking along some of the trails, you can tell the land used to be farm. There were left over tree houses, metal barrels (stills), rope swings & places where cows rubbed bark off trees and waded in the shallow creek. I went by myself because on opening day there were many people there & I felt safe. I'd never go by myself on a day unlike opening day because the park is very expansive. You can be by yourself for hours- if you'd like. This park would be perfect for a group hike & picnic. I'm happy to have this green space set aside in Fayette County especially as our county grows expansively.

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    Trail starts on the right and ends on the left
    Trail starts on the right and ends on the left
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    Front of the nature area
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    Whitewater Creek Trail

    4.3
    (39 reviews)
    19.6 mi

    This was such a beautiful hike! If you plan on hiking try arriving before 11:00am as the parking…read morelot fills up pretty quickly! Be sure to use the restroom prior to arrival as there are NO restrooms on site. If you want to see the bamboo forest there is a certain way that will take you there. The bamboo forest can be found on EP 26 (see map). If you plan on going on a hike have fun exploring and enjoying God's nature! This location is great for a day date, place to chat with friends or nice getaway for a solo trip!

    Great hiking area! The trail is more level the closer you are to the Chattahoochee River. The…read moretrails farther from the river are more challenging, as some of the trail segments are steep, few of the trail segments are wide and most of the trails have ruts and tree roots that can easily trip you up if you're not watching where you're walking. Parking at the Whitewater Creek parking lot may be challenging. When the weather is nice during the weekends, people tend to come early, and the parking lot down at the bottom near the Chattahoochee River will get full. I haven't even attempted to come here if I think parking may be tight. Oh, and many people think that parking is free, but it's not. There is currently a $5 fee for parking here, and you can pay online using the instructions at the shelter that has park info where the parking lot stops and the trail starts. Bring at least one bottle of water, and know that there aren't any restrooms. Most of the trail segments are marked on maps posted at trail intersections telling visitors where they are, and which trail segment they're on. Before you visit, check the weather forecast for the area. You don't want to be on the trail when it is raining because it gets slippery. You also don't want to be out on the trail when it's dark; the unevenness of the trails are dangerous in the dark. Go at your own pace, and enjoy your hike and the views along the way!

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