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Big Haynes Nature Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 147 Google reviews · Running trail in Conyers, Georgia · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Mixed
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Big Haynes Nature Trail'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.

MixedScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsTrailhead parkingMile markersQuiet

Hiker's spot amid woods and wetlands offering an array of marked routes for walking and mountain biking, plus picnic areas.

What runners say about Big Haynes Nature Trail

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (147 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 6 mentions

“This is such a beautiful series of trails.”

🪧 well-marked 4 mentions

“Well marked with informational signs along the way telling you about the different plants you see.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 6 mentions

“Not crowded at all, very peaceful!”

This has multiple trails to walk on or bike. I only walked two of them. Neither was very hard but both were nice. Nice place for a stroll and maybe see some animals.

★★★★★ — Josh , Jun 2023

Great trail just make sure you got your trail shoes. Lots of rocks, tree roots and dirt but the views are amazing!

★★★★★ — Ana , Aug 2025

For the love of God do not forget bug spray. Now that that's out of the way this is probably going to be my new favorite hiking spot. I recently moved to Conyers and have been looking for hiking trails. This one did not disappoint aside from the humidity and bugs it was a lovely hike.

★★★★★ — Daniel , Aug 2022

An excellent place for a routine run, I wouldn't really say hike since the terrain is not rough. My dog really enjoyed her time through here, it appears on maps to be pretty big, but we weren't able to venture to far out. Hopefully next time we can make the whole thing.

★★★★☆ — Ang1 , Oct 2021

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 7 mentions

“Lots of rocks, tree roots and dirt but the views are amazing!”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 5 mentions

“The parking lot was gravel with one porta potty.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 5 mentions

“Not crowded at all, very peaceful!”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 4 mentions

“My dog really enjoyed her time through here, it appears on maps to be pretty big, but we weren't able to venture to far out.”

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📏 Mile markers 4 mentions

“Well marked with informational signs along the way telling you about the different plants you see.”

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🪨 Crushed gravel / limestone 3 mentions

“Couple of notes tent pads need the gravel replaced with the correct size.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“See the trail map for the location of the restrooms.”

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🪵 Boardwalk

“The wetlands are awesome and there's a nice dock and boardwalk you can see lots of birds and wildlife from.”

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Plan your run at Big Haynes Nature Trail

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
  • 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, restrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.

Hours

Monday 7:30 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM–8 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM–8 PM
Friday 7:30 AM–8 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM–8 PM
Sunday 7:30 AM–8 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Big Haynes Nature Trail

855 Costley Mill Rd NE, Conyers, GA 30013

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.