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Bear Creek Nature Center
4.9 ★★★★★ 79 Google reviews · Running trail in Chattahoochee Hills, Georgia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Bear Creek Nature Center's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Nature preserve with hiking trails, as well as educational exhibits featuring local wildlife.
What runners say about Bear Creek Nature Center
“The one mile loop is a great trail, not too intense & the scenery is beautiful.”
“Very educational and safe for all ages.”
I found this place by pure luck & I could not be happier that I did! The one mile loop is a great trail, not too intense & the scenery is beautiful. I also loved the fact that they have an information cabin and educational wildlife including bats, a gator, owls & several other creatures!
What a gorgeous hike! Be sure to come early so you can take it all in. Only $5 to park! My experience with the staff here was amazing, too. 🥰🪽
We had a nice time looking at and petting the animals here. They were super friendly and even took out the alligator for us for a little petting. It was rainy the day we went, so we didn't go on the trails, but we expect to the next time we come. Price was good without the trails and would be great with them.
We visited for the first time during the "Feathers and Flowers" event. We have a toddler who is obsessed with bees, butterflies, and birds. We had a wonderful time! The facility is in the process of making upgrades. But, what we've seen so far is a good start. The reptiles, amphibians, and bats were very cool.
Trail conditions & character
“The one mile loop is a great trail, not too intense & the scenery is beautiful.”
“The one mile loop is a great trail, not too intense & the scenery is beautiful.”
“Amazing staff and easy access to trails and parking”
Plan your run at Bear Creek Nature Center
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitebearcreeknaturecenter.org
- Phone(770) 306-0914
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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