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Medlock Bridge Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 311 Google reviews · Running trail in Duluth, Georgia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Medlock Bridge Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area'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.
Riverfront habitat that's popular for fishing, kayaking, tubing and hiking adventures.
What runners say about Medlock Bridge Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
“It is absolutely beautiful and a great trail to go for a walk on, but running no so much.”
Very nice and quite trail. Went here after work to whine down. Took a while to figure out the map. There’s a boat ramps for kayaks. The trails are rigorous that would require a lot of footing. Pets has to be on leash. Over all, it’s a nice place for recreational activities, especially winter to watch the leaves turn.
First time visiting this place, and I must say I liked it a lot. I went to run, but in my opinion it is not the type of trail to run on. It is absolutely beautiful and a great trail to go for a walk on, but running no so much.
Visited almost 3 years ago.. Medlock Bridge is a large recreation park to cover with plenty of trail and riverboat entry points. You can bring your pets too! Hubby and I went along one of the trails, where we were immediately engulfed by nature and other families.
Not a strenuous hike at all. Not very much elevation change. Well-marked. You can hear the traffic at some points. Pay for parking by scanning the QR code. Dog waste bins at trailhead. Not stroller-friendly (obviously). Nice, leisurely hike under cover of trees along the river.
Trail conditions & character
“It is absolutely beautiful and a great trail to go for a walk on, but running no so much.”
“Nice trails but very crowded on weekends-arrive early or try at lunch to get a parking spot.”
“Nice trail to walk with ur dog, has great maps and options for different routes.”
Plan your run at Medlock Bridge Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
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 — 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.
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- Phone+1 678-538-1200
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Hours
| Monday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–8 pm |
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