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Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 252 Google reviews · Running trail in Gainesville, Georgia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- 91 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve'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.
Protected woodland with hands-on activities for learning natural & cultural history.
What runners say about Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve
“We enjoyed hiking and photographing this beautiful nature trail and met friendly folks along the way.”
“The Lake Loop trail my sister and I hiked, though not paved, is well marked and easy to follow, yet quite challenging because of some inclined terrain.”
Lovely wooded nature preserve with many shaded and charming, well-kept paths to wander. This is a hilly area so be prepared for some uphill climbs depending on what hike you choose. The walk down to the suspension bridge is lovely, a 2.
Great trails for a beginner's hike. Moderate elevations and well marked trails. Several streams and one small lake near the Aquatic Center
Really cool trails to hike with maps along the way. Good chances to come across wildlife. Bugs are never bad when I go. Entry is $5.
Wow! So glad I found this place. Beautiful hiking trails. The trails are well marked. Even the trees are tagged with what color trail you're on, making it almost impossible to get lost. I can't wait to come back. Unfortunately, dogs aren't allowed, but they should be.
Trail conditions & character
“We enjoyed hiking and photographing this beautiful nature trail and met friendly folks along the way.”
“The Lake Loop trail my sister and I hiked, though not paved, is well marked and easy to follow, yet quite challenging because of some inclined terrain.”
“I had a great time hiking here, nice 5 mile round trip, you’ll get the leg burn with the elevation.”
“Lovely wooded nature preserve with many shaded and charming, well-kept paths to wander.”
“8 mile round trip that takes you through fern covered gulleys, sun dappled glens, beside a bubbling creek and more.”
“My favorite is the Lake Loop which has an awesome suspension bridge in the middle and a lovely lake at the end (or beginning depending which way you go).”
“The Lake Loop trail my sister and I hiked, though not paved, is well marked and easy to follow, yet quite challenging because of some inclined terrain.”
Plan your run at Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve
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 distance91 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- 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.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websiteelachee.org
- Phone(770) 535-1976
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8 PM |
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