This quiet, non-motorized, paved trail is for walkers, hikers, bicyclists, rollerbladers, horses, dog walkers, and is also wheelchair accessible.
I enjoy walking on the Silver Comet Trail. It's peaceful and lined with lovely trees and flowering plants. The trail is not as nice when a lot of cyclists are riding on the trail. They are not always cordial. The trail is also relatively flat (which is why it's great for cycling).
I've been in Atlanta for 9 years now, and i still believe the Silver Comet trail is one of the best places you can go for a great run on any day. It's relatively flat, and it's a nice getaway from busy streets of metro Atlanta. There are certain sections that will get really busy on a nice spring and fall day, such as the section between Publix on the EW Connector that runs West about 4 miles. It will begin to thin at at that point. When it's crowded, it's best to keep your eyes and ears open, as bikers can begin to weave in and out of runners.
Rode just past mile marker 15 with my spouse. We are not the avid road cyclists one sees but we do like to bike in our “comfort” bikes. The course is deceptively flat. What I mean is that we were able to traverse the 15 miles one way because I kept telling myself and my wife that it was essentially flat and the trip back would be easy. Let me tell you…it was not easy and we were worn out. All total we traveled in excess of 31 miles.The scenery is nice and at times you have to be careful due to other on the trail. You cross many roadways which require common sense crossing but you also have the option of requesting a signal change. They do have water fountains and chairs along the course for needed rest stops.We spent in excess of three hours on the trail and we covered just 15 + miles one way and the trail is 60+ miles one way. So for you avid riders, you can cover the course in daylight hours which is all that the public is permitted to use on the trail.Will go back in the future as we will attempt to go further and beat our time. The fantastic thing about is…you don’t have to worry about cars coming up behind you and running you over!
This is a great outing for bicycling: no cars and pleasant scenery. Unfortunately, the Moms (walking) sometimes forget to go single file and create problems.This is a great outing and I wish Atlanta had more of this type of activity!
The silver comet is a nice paved trail for a relaxed run or bike ride. It is well maintained especially considering it is surrounded by trees for the most part. It can get crowded with people who don't respect the trail etiquette and clog up really wide path. Really the only other issue is there are very few places to get water so make sure you bring plenty of water.
Long trail with scenic views, covered bridges, biking, dogs, people... Go as far as you like or not at all. Stroll or jog it. Bike it or skate it. It's got something for everyone. City planners take note. People want to live where there are natural places and trails.
Can't beat the value since it's free. Great route for biking (also walking, running). No motorized vehicles allowed. Since it's a former railroad bed there are no steep grades. All public road crossings have traffic lights. You can get on and off the trail wherever you want to. Geocachers can find caches along the way. Trails off the main route can be explored too. Near the covered bridge in Smyrna is a ruin of a Civil War uniform factory!
Lengthy paved trail running for more than 50 miles with very scenic views. There are many entrances and exits west of Marietta, ga. Good for walking, jogging, inline skating and cycling. Often many people on the trail. When not many people consider safety risks if going solo
Walk as far as you want... ask a relative to pick you up. Better yet, get on your bike. Nice trail and setting in Smyrna. Goes all the way to Rocksmart, quite a walk. Its safe and fun. People are very friendly.