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Chimney Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 381 Google reviews · Running trail in Covington, Georgia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 2.5 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Chimney 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.
Tranquil green space on a former estate with fitness trails & seasonal events & festivals.
What runners say about Chimney Park
“I didn't know that part when I went out there but it was worth the run on a beautiful day.”
“Beautiful place if you want some peace and quiet.”
This park is precious! There are so many little things made of natural or repurposed materials. Feels enchanted. You can also go on a nice walk down the east side trail. A must go place for fresh air and nature therapy.
Chimney Park is a beautiful park full of nature and serenity. I went there with my twin teens and they really enjoyed themselves. The park also leads to a walking trail. We walked, talked and sometimes we just silently enjoyed the lovely sounds of nature.
This little park is great. It's not going to have slides or swing sets, but it does have an impressive tree house. It's also a great trail-head for the paved trail, especially if your training routine requires that you do hills.
This park is small and tucked behind a health department building. Don't miss it. There are some fun things to climb on and the remnants of an old house that burned down in the 1980s. A 2.5 mile paved trail begins in the park and leads through a neighborhood and through the woods. Kids and adults enjoyed it.
Trail conditions & character
“I didn't know that part when I went out there but it was worth the run on a beautiful day.”
“Highly recommend if you need something fun and free to do that gets you, your family / kiddos, and dogs out in nature.”
“Beautiful place if you want some peace and quiet.”
“It's also a great trail-head for the paved trail, especially if your training routine requires that you do hills.”
Plan your run at Chimney 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
- Distance2.5 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitechimney-park.com
- Phone+1 770-363-1983
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–8 pm |
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