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Constitution Lakes
4.4 ★★★★☆ 556 Google reviews · Running trail in Atlanta, Georgia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- 1.5 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Constitution Lakes' 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.
What runners say about Constitution Lakes
“There were beautiful views of the lakes and I was lucky to go on a clear blue morning.”
“If you're questioning whether or not to go, it is a very welcome space for all ages.”
This place is gorgeous! So peaceful and quiet. Beautifully maintained and so much wildlife to see! I really enjoyed the trails but the boardwalk was my favorite part. I went on a Friday morning and only saw one other person the entire time I was there. True hidden gem.
The trail is a pleasant 1.8-mile loop with low to intermediate difficulty. On the day we went, there was rain, resulting in a lot of swampy areas, but it was still enjoyable. To see the dolls and all the art pieces made from garbage, you need to take a deviation and follow the signs.
We visited the Doll’s Head Trail at Constitution Lakes Park in Atlanta today. This is definitely an ultra-unique experience, a short hike through displays of bricks, toys, and tiles found at the park.
This place is AMAZING! We visited the doll head Trail and it was by far one of our favorite hikes. If you're questioning whether or not to go, it is a very welcome space for all ages. We were out there with children as young as two years old. It is a very easy hike.
Trail conditions & character
“I really enjoyed the trails but the boardwalk was my favorite part.”
“There were beautiful views of the lakes and I was lucky to go on a clear blue morning.”
“Easily accessible great walking path so much to see.”
Plan your run at Constitution Lakes
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 distance1.5 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
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitedekalbcountyga.gov
- Phone(404) 285-3756
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–9:30 PM |
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