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Skyland Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 134 Google reviews · Running trail in Atlanta, Georgia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Skyland Park'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 Skyland Park
“Great lil park with playground area, 2 different restroom spaces which were really clean, parking on site, beach volleyball and soccer field.”
“Beautiful neighborhood park with trails paths dog parks bathrooms volleyball courts slides and swings.”
“Love that they have a volleyball court, although wish there were more shady areas.”
This place offers facilities for various sports. There’s a beach volleyball court, a grassy field for playing soccer, walking trails, a playground, and hammocks for relaxing. The atmosphere is pleasant and shaded, with plenty of public restrooms. It’s a great spot to bring kids for sports and outdoor activities
Its new and clean. There are volleyball courts a place to walk your dogs and a brand new school here. Hammocks to relax in. I like it here.
It's a nice park. Had a designated small & and big dog area for of leash play. With fresh water for pets. Separate play area for younger children, restrooms, and a converted patio area. I just wish there were more shaded areas to sit and relax or grill.
We go here for the dog park! Perfect sized park, with separate areas for small and large dogs. Large dog park has enough space for several dogs to run around while not being too big to not see your dog at all times. A few seating areas are convenient
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful neighborhood park with trails paths dog parks bathrooms volleyball courts slides and swings.”
“Beautiful neighborhood park with trails paths dog parks bathrooms volleyball courts slides and swings.”
“Great lil park with playground area, 2 different restroom spaces which were really clean, parking on site, beach volleyball and soccer field.”
“Love that they have a volleyball court, although wish there were more shady areas.”
Plan your run at Skyland Park
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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitebrookhavenga.gov
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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