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Silver Comet Trail
| Location | Marietta, GA | ||
| State(s) | Georgia | ||
| Counties | Cobb | ||
| Type | Fitness Trail Urban Trail |
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| Length | 12.80 Miles / 20.60 Km | Loop Trail? | No |
| Allowed Uses | Dogs - On leash Pedestrian - Walking/Hiking/Running Roller/Inline Skating Skateboarding |
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| Agency | City, Town, or County | ||
| Entry Fee? | No | Parking Fee? | No |
Description
State Line Gateway near Cedartown, GA (Photo by Don Sullivan)
This almost 13-mile rail-trail serves as a significant connection between urban Marietta and surrounding neighborhoods, numerous side trails, and the 105-acre Heritage Park. This multi-use trail provides access to significant natural beauty that is unusual in metropolitan areas. Amidst historic woolen mills and scenic vistas, this rail-trail allows for recreational activities such as biking, jogging, hiking, and horseback riding (designated 2002).
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Date Opens: 1/1 - Date Closes: 12/31
Time Opens: Not Available - Time Closes: Not Available
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Additional InformationWidth: 127 inches. Primary Surface: Asphalt Secondary Surface: Asphalt Average Grade: 1% Elevation Low Point: 927 Elevation High Point: 1038 Year Designated: 2002 Date Last Updated: 02/22/2013
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Related Webpages and Documents
| Title | Type | Link |
| MAP of trail online with features | Website | View/Download |
| Trail website | Website | View/Download |
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