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Noonday Creek Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 195 Google reviews · Running trail in Marietta, Georgia · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Tree cover
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Noonday Creek Trailhead'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.

PavedShadedScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsTrailhead parking

Paved trail for biking, walking and running, featuring creeks and green space.

What runners say about Noonday Creek Trailhead

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (195 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 6 mentions

“The path is generally well-maintained, and the tranquil atmosphere makes it a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 3 mentions

“The trail is well-marked and offers a mix of scenic views, including beautiful stretches along the creek and wooded areas.”

🏃 great for running 5 mentions

“It’s a great choice for walking, jogging, or biking, making it accessible for all skill levels.”

Although parking is limited They have clean restrooms and bicicleta for rent. It’s a great park to come for a run, bicycle or skate. It goes all the way to town center mall. It can get crowded at the beginning of spring for sure.

★★★★★ — Julio , Feb 2024

Noon day is awesome ...great day to shed pounds with the heat...no shade tho so be prepare

★★★★★ — Miss , Jul 2023

The trailhead offers a public restroom up the hill from the parking lot and a bike share station.

★★★★☆ — Derek , Apr 2022

Great area for walking, running, biking. Can walk towards Town Center at Cobb for a quick snack, drink or just for the AC then come back 😅 Some have been fishing along the creek too. There are benches scattered throughout the trail, bikers, skateboarders, rollerbladers seen in the area too.

★★★★★ — 16 , Jul 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 195 reviews →

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.

🐕 Dog-friendly 9 mentions

“It’s marked really well and has dog stations along the way which makes it Fido friendly!”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 7 mentions

“There are restrooms at the beginning of the trailhead on Bells Ferry, and again at the Aviation Park if you so dare to run that far.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 4 mentions

“The trail is well-marked and offers a mix of scenic views, including beautiful stretches along the creek and wooded areas.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 3 mentions

“Great for cycles who want to hit the asphalt.”

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🌳 Shaded / tree cover 3 mentions

“The trail is well-marked and offers a mix of scenic views, including beautiful stretches along the creek and wooded areas.”

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🚻 Restrooms 3 mentions

“There are restrooms at the beginning of the trailhead on Bells Ferry, and again at the Aviation Park if you so dare to run that far.”

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Plan your run at Noonday Creek Trailhead

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.
  • ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websiteepd.georgia.gov

Hours

Monday 8 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday 8 am–4:30 pm
Wednesday 8 am–4:30 pm
Thursday 8 am–4:30 pm
Friday 8 am–4:30 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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 Noonday Creek Trailhead

2793 Prado Ln, Marietta, GA 30066

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Running trails near Marietta

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

Bells Ferry Trailhead at Noonday Creek

4.5 ★★★★★ 21 reviews

Marietta, GA

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Noonday Creek Trail (Access Point)

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PavedLitScenic

Paved route for biking and walking, as well as hiking and running.

under a mile away

Noonday Park

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Scenic

Location with several soccer & football fields plus a BMX track, as well as a picnic pavilion.

2.6 miles away

McCollum Park

3.6 ★★★★☆ 27 reviews

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Crushed gravelDog-friendly

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Kennesaw Mountain Drive Park

4.9 ★★★★★ 60 reviews

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MixedScenic

Park featuring kid-friendly hiking trails, picnic tables, and a public restroom.

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Kennesaw Mountain Summit

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Marietta, GA

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Trails and a parking lot are found at this park, which features hiking and scenic views.

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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.