Resources

Find a Trail Near You
TrailLink (Rails-to-Trails Conservancy)
Search for trails by location, distance, and surface type.
https://www.traillink.com/
AllTrails
Find nearby walking routes and maps.
https://www.alltrails.com/
DeKalb County Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs
Information on parks, trails, and programs.
https://dekalbcountyga.gov/departments/recreation-parks-and-cultural-affairs/parks-and-facilities
PATH Foundations
Regional network of connected trails.
https://www.path400greenway.org
Walking Groups and Community Opportunities
Walk for Wellness with Carolyn Hartfield (Decatur, GA – Mason Mill Park)
Group Walk, Recurring Program, All Levels
Free walking group held regularly.
https://walkwithadoc.org/join-a-walk/locations/atlanta-ga/
Walk It Out Wednesdays with Ranger Doffice (Lithonia, GA – Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve)
Group Walk, Weekly, Nature-Based
Weekly ranger-led walking program.
https://arabiaalliance.org/series/walk-it-out-wednesdays-with-ranger-doffice/
Decatur Wednesday Walks (Decatur, GA – Decatur Recreation Center)
Group Walk, Weekly, 2–3 Miles
The Decatur Recreation Center hosts community walks on Wednesday mornings, typically 2–3 miles in length.
https://www.decaturga.com/parksrec/page/decatur-recreation-center
DeKalb History Center (Decatur, GA)
Guided Walks, History-Based, Downtown
Offers guided walking tours such as the East Lake Walking Tour (featuring historic homes and the golf club) and the Downtown Decatur Architecture Tour.
https://dekalbhistory.org/public-programs-dekalb-history-center/walking-tours/
Community-Led Walking Groups in DeKalb County
Group Walks, Various Locations
Several local leaders and organizations host informal walking groups throughout the county.
https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=walking+groups+DeKalb+County+GA
Meetup
App-Based, Flexible Scheduling
Find community-led walking events.
https://www.meetup.com/