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Newman Wetlands Center
4.8 ★★★★★ 144 Google reviews · Running trail in Hampton, Georgia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Newman Wetlands Center'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.
Nature center featuring a boardwalk with benches, exhibits, and educational programs.
What runners say about Newman Wetlands Center
“Staff was super friendly and knowledgeable, the indoor part of the facility was quiet, well kept and full of information.”
“We came at a bad time of year to see a lot of wildlife, but we enjoyed strolling along the boardwalk and seeing the plants, fish, birds, and the quiet and scenic area.”
“We came at a bad time of year to see a lot of wildlife, but we enjoyed strolling along the boardwalk and seeing the plants, fish, birds, and the quiet and scenic area.”
“The Leaning Center is meticulously maintain, and holds all sorts of wonderful tidbits of information as well as some wonderful displays and hands on exhibits for kids of all ages.”
My mom and I visited for the first time today 4/19/2025. There was plenty of parking and it was easy to find the trail entrance. They have trail maps inside the visitor center as well as restrooms and water fountains. The walking trails were very beautiful.
I just wanted to leave a quick review of the Wetlands Center. My wife and I seem to be here at least once a week, and consider the MLNWC one of the best gems of the Atlanta area.
I love walking this little trail. It’s an easy walk, mostly shaded, and you get to see some cool wetlands wild life.
This place is a natural beautiful preservation of wildlife. I visited in the fall and the views were gorgeous. All of the leaves changing colors, the fog rising from the waters and the sounds of birds chirping and frogs croaking is an experience you don't want to miss.
Trail conditions & character
“We came at a bad time of year to see a lot of wildlife, but we enjoyed strolling along the boardwalk and seeing the plants, fish, birds, and the quiet and scenic area.”
“We came at a bad time of year to see a lot of wildlife, but we enjoyed strolling along the boardwalk and seeing the plants, fish, birds, and the quiet and scenic area.”
“We came at a bad time of year to see a lot of wildlife, but we enjoyed strolling along the boardwalk and seeing the plants, fish, birds, and the quiet and scenic area.”
“It is free and intentionally accessible to the public, helping people get connected to wetland sciences, animals, and the nearby wastewater treatment processes.”
“The trails were a mix of fine gravel, larger gravel and boardwalk.”
“It had a pretty steep incline but it was very short.”
“Wonderful quiet mile walk on level ground around wetlands run by Clayton County Water Authority.”
“They have trail maps inside the visitor center as well as restrooms and water fountains.”
“There was plenty of parking and it was easy to find the trail entrance.”
“They have trail maps inside the visitor center as well as restrooms and water fountains.”
Plan your run at Newman Wetlands Center
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
- 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, water — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitenewmanwetlandscenter.com
- Phone(770) 603-5606
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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