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Hamilton Crossing Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 646 Google reviews · Running trail in Cartersville, Georgia · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Hamilton Crossing 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.
Amenities such as children's play areas, baseball fields, tennis courts & a walking/jogging trail.
What runners say about Hamilton Crossing Park
“It’s very well maintained and they have huge dog park areas for both small and large dogs.”
“Many different little parks for all ages of children.”
This place is AWESOME. It’s a great park not far from downtown Cartersville. It’s very well maintained and they have huge dog park areas for both small and large dogs. The people of the area can be proud to call this their local park.
This place is a community gem. I enjoy coming here for a run. The path is flat, wide, clean, and well paved. Follow it around an abundance of baseball fields and tennis courts. There are also two playgrounds, and plenty of public restrooms (usually unlocked between 8am-9am).
Awesome walking paths, pickleball, tennis, dog parks, ball fields & the best playground in Bartow.
Concession stands are great! Clean restrooms and nice fields! Excellent walking trails.
Trail conditions & character
“There are baseball fields, football fields, tennis and pickleball courts, soccer pitches, a club house and pool, several bathrooms and lots of walking paths and tons of parking.”
“Plenty of equipment to climb on, slides, swings, and puzzles for the littles.”
“Awesome walking paths, pickleball, tennis, dog parks, ball fields & the best playground in Bartow.”
“There are baseball fields, football fields, tennis and pickleball courts, soccer pitches, a club house and pool, several bathrooms and lots of walking paths and tons of parking.”
“I do wish they didn't lock it up at dusk, but had it lit as they do the rest of the park.”
Plan your run at Hamilton Crossing Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- 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
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitebartowga.org
- Phone+1 770-387-5149
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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