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Lullwater Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 518 Google reviews · Running trail in Decatur, Georgia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Lullwater 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.
Scenic walking & running trail loops nestled within Emory University’s North Decatur campus.
What runners say about Lullwater Preserve
“It was truly a pleasant surprise for me and my wife during our present stay in Atlanta, when our daughter and son-in-law took us around this stunningly beautiful area .”
“It was tranquil, peaceful, and strolling around a serene lake on semi paved pathways was a wonderful experience.”
Easy scenic walk. We're elderly and had no trouble walking the two miles around the lake as well as down some of the side trails. Beautiful nature area in the heart of the city, on the Emory campus.
It was truly a pleasant surprise for me and my wife during our present stay in Atlanta, when our daughter and son-in-law took us around this stunningly beautiful area ... a heaven for nature's lovers. We couldn't believe we were in the middle of the city within the Emory University area.
I absolutely love the Water Preserve! I visited it for the running trail while training, and the views are absolutely breathtaking. The scenery makes every step feel worth it, and it's such a peaceful spot to run or walk.
This place is a lovely walking spot. Great for walking/running routines. There’s a small water fall that adds to the aura of the preserve. I recommend coming here for little hikes, photography, picnics, even study sessions. It’s a wonderful environment.
Trail conditions & character
“It was truly a pleasant surprise for me and my wife during our present stay in Atlanta, when our daughter and son-in-law took us around this stunningly beautiful area .”
“Only gripe is the parking situation which is nonexistent, you're on your own and it's not very clear where you're allowed to park on Emory's campus and where you aren't.”
“It was tranquil, peaceful, and strolling around a serene lake on semi paved pathways was a wonderful experience.”
“It was tranquil, peaceful, and strolling around a serene lake on semi paved pathways was a wonderful experience.”
“Lovely paved loop and lots of side paths suitable for many skill levels for walking, hiking and jogging.”
Plan your run at Lullwater Preserve
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
- 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 — reported by runners
- Websiteemory.edu
- Phone+1 404-727-6123
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–9 pm |
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