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Cherokee Veterans Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,065 Google reviews · Running trail in Canton, Georgia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 9 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Cherokee Veterans 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.
Park featuring a playground, a skate park and walking trails.
What runners say about Cherokee Veterans Park
“With its well-maintained grounds, scenic walking trails, and abundance of recreational facilities, it's the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.”
“With its well-maintained grounds, scenic walking trails, and abundance of recreational facilities, it's the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.”
“With its well-maintained grounds, scenic walking trails, and abundance of recreational facilities, it's the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.”
Love this place, and It has a little bit for everyone! Trails and sports 🏈 Skateboard park and pickle ball courts. Gyms and climbing wall Rest areas and play areas Bathrooms and plenty of doggie bag stations Pretty good security Very clean Plenty of walking areas on flat ground for those who have issues with hills.
"Cherokee Veterans Park is an absolute gem! With its well-maintained grounds, scenic walking trails, and abundance of recreational facilities, it's the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.
Such a great park! The playground is incredible with so much to offer. I took my grandkids and they had a blast! Although not ideal for long distance runs (5+)unless you don’t mind lots of looping, the 1.09 mile trail is lovely! Some great hills to elevate your workout and I always see wildlife!
We absolutely loved the park! It was clean, well-maintained, and had plenty of space for kids to run around. My son had an amazing time—he especially enjoyed the playground and the open grassy areas where he could play freely. There were lots of families there, but it never felt overcrowded.
Trail conditions & character
“Best Christmas lights I have ever seen, and the perfect price :) the workers there were very nice and friendly and we were able to park and take pictures!”
“With its well-maintained grounds, scenic walking trails, and abundance of recreational facilities, it's the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.”
“The two sister bowls are connected with this long hill between them.”
“Only negative was the one restroom was totally plugged up & un-flushed.”
“Plenty of parking,wide walking trail and awesome kids area.”
“A multi use county park with a 1 1/2 mile paved walking trail, playground, football/lacrosse field, community center with gym, and a catch & release pond.”
Plan your run at Cherokee Veterans Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance9 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websiteplaycherokee.org
- Phone+1 770-924-7768
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 6:30 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 6:30 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 6:30 am–11 pm |
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