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Freedom Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,901 Google reviews · Running trail in Atlanta, Georgia · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Confirmed from Freedom 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.

RestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

Green space on 200 acres boasting trails, sculptures & a butterfly garden, plus a farmer's market.

What runners say about Freedom Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (1,901 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 3 mentions

“Really nice and well maintained park.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 3 mentions

“Perfect to lay out a picnic blanket with your boo or friends and just melt away into the scenic beauty of this paradise.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 6 mentions

“I love it, Jimmy Carter's presidential library, its peaceful and amazing, it brings peace to your soul.”

Located at a Lively neighborhood and connects to Belt line. So many restaurants, shops around here. Events going on at here year round. Perfect place for people Walking, biking, roller skating, scooter ridding. Everyone was happy here. Such great vibe!

★★★★★ — Jenn , Oct 2024

I went on a Sunday afternoon and it was nice and quiet. There were a few people biking or walking on the trail. The trail is nice and there are sculptures along it. There’s plenty of open space to play lawn games or throw a ball/frisbee around.

★★★★☆ — Angus , Nov 2019

Located along the railroad tracks next to the Train Depot where Jimmy Carter operated his run for President. Great place to chill out under the shade and enjoy a few cold brews after a nice day touring the city of Plains, Ga

★★★★☆ — David , Jul 2024

Really nice and well maintained park. A small but fun track to bike/walk/run. Parking can be a challenge to find though there is some street parking.

★★★★★ — Jaideep , Dec 2020

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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.

🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 5 mentions

“I love it, Jimmy Carter's presidential library, its peaceful and amazing, it brings peace to your soul.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Parking can be a challenge to find though there is some street parking.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“Nice trail but no public restrooms.”

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Plan your run at Freedom Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • Websitefreedompark.org
  • Phone+1 404-546-6813
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 6 am–11 pm
Tuesday 6 am–11 pm
Wednesday 6 am–11 pm
Thursday 6 am–11 pm
Friday 6 am–11 pm
Saturday 6 am–11 pm
Sunday 6 am–11 pm

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 Freedom Park

Moreland Ave NE & North Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

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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.