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Overlook Deck
4.8 ★★★★★ 196 Google reviews · Running trail in Sandy Springs, Georgia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Overlook Deck'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.
What runners say about Overlook Deck
“Very beautiful view of Chattahoochee River and small part of Atlanta.”
It's a great spot to view the river and the city . Now for other new ones such as myself I would recommend going to the East Palisades Unit--Indian Trail lot, there is limited parking but people come and go, then follow the trail that says to the Overlook Deck.
Was well worth the hike to see it. Simple view of the river and forst, with the contrasting city scene of Atlanta's high rise in the background. The hike to get there would be considered "moderate". Not "easy", but also not "hard".
This spot offers a breathtaking view of the river and city, making it an ideal destination. For newcomers like myself, I highly recommend exploring the East Palisades Unit--Indian Trail lot, which has limited parking, but a steady flow of visitors. Follow the trail to the Overlook Deck for a stunning panorama.
This overlook, well built and with ample seating, provides a for lovely view of the Chattahoochee down below. Some parts of the greater metropolitan area rise above the tree line, but this is to be expected being so close to Atlanta. On this trip I viewed an Otter, Geese, Ducks and Heron, in winter no less!
Trail conditions & character
“Simple view of the river and forst, with the contrasting city scene of Atlanta's high rise in the background.”
“In the summer it's like an unofficial dog park on the river where you can let your dog off leash and play with other dogs.”
“For newcomers like myself, I highly recommend exploring the East Palisades Unit--Indian Trail lot, which has limited parking, but a steady flow of visitors.”
Plan your run at Overlook Deck
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitenpplan.com
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
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