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Cauley Creek Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 343 Google reviews · Running trail in Johns Creek, Georgia · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Mixed
Loop distance
3.2 mi
Shape
Loop
Shade
Tree cover
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Cauley Creek Park'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.

Mixed3.2 miLoopShadedScenicDog-friendlyFlat & fastRestroomsTrailhead parking

Sports fields, a playground, and trails highlight this recreational area with a riverside bridge.

What runners say about Cauley Creek Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (343 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 6 mentions

“The park is well-maintained with clean facilities, and there’s ample parking nearby, though it can get a bit busy during peak hours.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“What really stood out was the beautiful sunset view—watching the sky turn colors over the fields was a treat and added a peaceful vibe to the experience.”

🌳 shaded & cool 8 mentions

“my only issue is there isn't enough shade over large sections of the path.”

🪧 well-marked 2 mentions

“It seems very well thought out and the layout is easy to follow whether you’re driving to get to a space or looking for a particular space for your team sport.”

This is the best thing that has happened to Johns Creek. What an amazing park. Every evening is nature at its best with the colors in the sky. The 5K walkway is simply amazing with soft walking surface.

★★★★★ — Darshan , Aug 2024

Spots fields, courts, and a rubberized 5k walking trail. What more could you want? There are well kept bathrooms at each parking area. Trail is easy to follow although mostly in the sun if that matters for summer months when it’s really toasty. It links up with Rogers Bridge Park and is close to Shakerag Park as well.

★★★★★ — Laney , Sep 2024

Great park with trail made of rubber for knee friendly jog and walk. Lots of parking and observatory deck. Go play, jog, relax and enjoy!

★★★★★ — Vracer , May 2024

This park is right in my Neighbourhood. It took them quite a while to get it done however it is beautifully done . There is a 3.2 mile loop Trail near Johns Creek Georgia. It takes an average of 57 minutes to complete the trail, for those who want to walk it.

★★★★☆ — Africancrab , Jul 2025

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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.

🌳 Shaded / tree cover 8 mentions

“my only issue is there isn't enough shade over large sections of the path.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 7 mentions

“The park is well-maintained with clean facilities, and there’s ample parking nearby, though it can get a bit busy during peak hours.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 6 mentions

“What really stood out was the beautiful sunset view—watching the sky turn colors over the fields was a treat and added a peaceful vibe to the experience.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 4 mentions

“Also expect doggy poo in multiple spots because unlike other pet-friendly parks there were not many stations with the disposable baggies.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 3 mentions

“Love that most of the trail is paved with a soft rubber.”

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🚻 Restrooms 3 mentions

“Great spacious and well equipped and maintained facilities ( cleanest bathrooms)!”

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🔁 Loop trail 2 mentions

“2 mile loop Trail near Johns Creek Georgia.”

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Flat & fast 2 mentions

“It’s flat, so it’s great for walking and exercising.”

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🪵 Boardwalk

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Plan your run at Cauley Creek Park

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
  • Loop distance3.2 mi back to where you parked
  • ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitejohnscreekga.gov
  • Phone+1 678-512-3200
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 6 am–12 am
Tuesday 6 am–12 am
Wednesday 6 am–12 am
Thursday 6 am–12 am
Friday 6 am–12 am
Saturday 6 am–12 am
Sunday 6 am–12 am

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 Cauley Creek Park

7255 Bell Rd, Johns Creek, GA 30097

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Running trails near Johns Creek

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

under a mile away

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under a mile away

Shakerag Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 555 reviews

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BoardwalkShadedScenic

Park featuring a track and playground, as well as athletic fields, and picnic tables.

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Abbotts Bridge Recreation Area

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Popular spot for tubing trips on the Chattahoochee River and boating, with a ramp.

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Abbotts Bridge Trail

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Shaded

Park offering tennis courts, a playground & picnic shelter, plus a community center & shaded trail.

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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.