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Silver Comet Trail
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🕑 1.5 to 3 hours depending on your family's pace and distance goals👶 Best for ages 3 and up. Toddlers can ride in bike trailers or tag-alongs while older kids enjoy the independence of riding their own bikes on the flat, safe trail. Teens appreciate the longer distance options for serious cycling or rollerblading.
About
The Silver Comet Trail in Smyrna offers families 61 miles of smooth, paved paths ideal for biking, skating, and stroller walks through beautiful Georgia woodlands. The Smyrna segment is particularly family-friendly with easy parking access and gentle terrain perfect for young riders learning to bike or families looking for a safe, car-free outdoor adventure.
Highlights
- ✓61 miles of smooth, car-free paved trail perfect for safe family biking
- ✓Scenic wooded areas with shade and nature viewing opportunities
- ✓Historic railroad features including bridges and tunnels to explore
- ✓Flat, gentle terrain ideal for beginner cyclists and young children
- ✓Multiple access points with convenient parking in Smyrna
Pro Tips
- 1.Start at the Mavell Road trailhead in Smyrna for the best parking and restroom facilities, plus it's close to bike rental shops if needed
- 2.Bring plenty of water and snacks as there are limited facilities along the trail itself,pack a backpack or use bike baskets
- 3.Visit on weekday mornings to avoid weekend cyclist traffic and have more space for wobbly beginners
- 4.Download an offline map or use trail markers to track your distance,popular turnaround points for families are 3-5 miles out
- 5.Check out the historic railroad bridges and tunnels along the route for photo opportunities and lessons about Georgia history
Best Time to Visit
Early mornings or late afternoons during spring and fall offer the most comfortable temperatures and beautiful foliage. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends, making them ideal for families with young or inexperienced riders who need extra space.
What to Know
The trail is completely free to use with ample parking at multiple trailheads in Smyrna. The paved surface is stroller and wheelchair accessible, though there are no food vendors on the trail itself, so pack refreshments.
Seasonal Notes
Spring and fall offer the most pleasant temperatures and beautiful scenery with blooming wildflowers or colorful leaves. Summer can be hot and humid, so go early morning if visiting June-August. The trail is open year-round and even light snow makes for a magical winter walk.
Nearby Eats
Stop by Marietta Square (about 10 minutes away) for family favorites like Stockyard Burgers or Taqueria Tsunami, both offering casual dining with kid-friendly menus perfect for refueling after your trail adventure.
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