Take a Winter Walk: Trails and hiking in and near Peachtree Corners

Many people have been searching for an outdoor exercise alternative to allow for six feet or more of space between walkers, runners and families. If you are looking for a new place to get in your steps, refer to this list of nearby trails and hiking spots.

Corners Connector Multi-Use Trail in Peachtree Corners

In August, the City of Peachtree Corners unveiled the first section of its multi-use trail and announced the new name: Corners Connector. When completed, the entire trail will span 11.5 miles. In several in-person and online surveys, citizens ranked multi-use trails among the most desirable and valued community recreational assets.

The city envisions that the Corners Connector will not only serve as an alternate means of travel but will also be a linear park offering unique amenities and programs for its residents. The new 1/3-mile section of the trail runs around a portion of the 7-acre Technology Park Lake.

“This is an exciting moment for our city,” said Mayor Mason during the ribbon cutting event. “We hope our citizens, and those who work here in Tech Park, enjoy this new amenity. We look forward to celebrating each section of our “Corners Connector” trail as it is completed. We are also conducting feasibility study now to add a 3 ½-mile walking trail along Crooked Creek. We hope to have more news on that proposed section soon.”

The city also plans to install a total of six round-shaped Button Art sculptures, each depicting a theme based on the area of town in which it is located. Button Art, Inc. is a nonprofit created to further the love of art in Gwinnett County. The project was inspired by Button Gwinnett, the county’s namesake.

Simpsonwood Loop Trail in Peachtree Corners

Simpsonwood Loop Trail is named after donor Ludie Simpson who donated over 200 acres on the Chattahoochee River to a Methodist church, which was later acquired by Gwinnett County. It is a haven for birdwatchers and wildlife lovers, intended as somewhat of a reserve rather than a heavily trafficked community park.

Features of note include the Chattahoochee River and an old chapel used as a wedding venue. This trail offers activities and terrain for all skill levels.

Learn more at alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/simpsonwood-loop-trail.

W. P. Jones Park Nature Trail in Peachtree Corners

For a short, straight forward track to get in your steps and walk the dog, the W.P Jones Park Nature trail fits the bill. It’s a .7-mile loop that is accessible year-round.

Learn more at alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/georgia/w-p-jones-park-nature-trail.

Pinckneyville Park and Baseball Complex Trail in Peachtree Corners

Pinckneyville Park and Baseball Complex Trail is a 1.2-mile, lightly trafficked, paved loop trail that features a lake. It is very accessible to strollers and wheelchairs, though sometimes certain sections are closed for re-pavement.

It’s one of two trails within Pinckneyville Park, located within the park’s Baseball/Softball Complex. It travels along the complex perimeter, encircling a dog park, skate arena, picnic pavilions and ball fields. Its wooded segment crosses a brook, a steep hill, and runs alongside a pond and a railroad.

Learn more at alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/pinckneyville-park-and-baseball-complex-trail.

Pinckneyville Park Soccer Complex Trail in Norcross

The yin to the other Pinckneyville Park trail’s yang, this one is slightly longer at 1.7 miles. It’s also paved and situated in a pretty forest setting. It has many of the same offerings and much of the charm as the other, and it serves people in many ways. Another worthy point of note: there are two public restrooms situated amongst the trails that are available to visitors.

Learn more at alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/pinckneyville-park-soccer-complex-trail.

Medlock Bridge Trail — Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area in Peachtree Corners

Medlock Bridge Trail is a 1.3-mile loop trail located in Duluth; it’s great for a short stroll. It’s also kid-friendly and dog-friendly, though dogs should be kept on leash.

Jones Bridge Unit — Chattahoochee National Recreation Area in Johns Creek

Not so way-down-yonder on the Chattahoochee River is the Johns Bridge Unit Trail, which takes visitors along the river with excellent view. Round trip, it’s 4.6 miles, with mild hilliness that is suitable for most families and pets.

Learn more at atlantatrails.com/hiking-trails/jones-bridge-park-trail/.

Garrard Landing Park Loop in Alpharetta

What makes this park unique is the effort taken to truly make it accessible for nature lovers of all types and abilities. It is a 1.2-mile loop situated on mostly soft surface, but it also offers a hard surface ADA compliant portion perfect for strollers and wheelchairs that runs along a manmade lake.

The half mile segment along the Chattahoochee River is nice and shady, with an observation deck. The rest of the trail meanders through an open meadow and features a cascading stream, covered bridge and pond. You can customize your path with interconnecting segments of trail.
Learn more at alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/garrard-landing-park-loop.

Vickery Creek Trail at Roswell Mill

For beautiful greenery and your daily dose of Southern history, Vickery Creek Trail delivers. Nestled beside two historic Roswell mills, the trail features a covered bridge and a breathtaking waterfall. Part of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, the entire trail has a roundtrip span of 4.7 miles. Note that the terrain is moderate, and the area is dog friendly.

Learn more at atlantatrails.com/hiking-trails/roswell-mill-vickery-creek-trail/.