OLD ROSWELL MILL
85 Milll Street, Roswell, Ga 30075
OLD ROSWELL MILL
85 Milll Street, Roswell, Ga 30075
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Trail Description: The first mile (easy to moderate) will be a loop starting at the covered bridge, passing through the old mill ruins along the creek to the waterfall. Once we have returned to the bridge, those that want to leave will be back near the parking lot. Those who want to continue for a longer hike (moderate to strenuous) can go across the bridge and up some stairs to enter the wooded area. There are trail maps in the wooded area, but you have to know the secret of reading them:
Here is an example of the maps you will find in the Vickery Creek wooded trail area. This picture was taken at map post VC 27. You have to look closely, but you can see that the box around "VC 27" has a black outline when you compare it to the other "VC" boxes. The one with the black outline is the "you are here" indication. The map legend does not tell you this!
Questions Specific To This Trail:
1. Are there restrooms? Yes, nice ones.
2. Any fees? No.
3. What if I am not sure how far I can walk? That's ok! The first 1/2 mile past the old mill ruins and the waterfall (one mile round trip) has the most beautiful scenery and is an easy walk. There are also benches along the way. You will enjoy the refreshing feeling of the outdoors even if you can't walk a long way. However, if you need assistance walking, you should make your own plans to supply the support you need. Additionally, you should be independent enough to make your way back to your car alone in case there is no one else who wants to cut the walk short.
4. What if I want a longer and more challenging hike than the rest of the group? No problem! Feel free to do your own thing. The wooded trails across the main bridge can be explored in a number of ways. If you understand how to read the trail maps, you should be fine.
DIRECTIONS:
-Take Georgia 400 to exit 6, Northridge
-From the southbound exit, continue straight to Dunwoody Place.
- From the northbound exit turn right on Northridge, cross back over GA 400 and make a right at the first light (Dunwoody Place).
-Follow Dunwoody Place 1.3 miles to Roswell Road, and turn right.
-Cross the Chattahoochee River, then climb out of the river valley on Roswell Road to Mill Street, a distance of 1.7 miles.
-Turn right on Mill Street at the entrance to Roswell Mill,
-go to the end of the street and bear right, still on Mill Street.
-The park entrance is almost straight ahead. with plenty of parking nearby.
Lunch at MOXIE BURGER after the walk if desired. The restaurant is located immediately on your right as you turn onto Mill Street at the traffic light (or on your left as you leave).
Check here for the menu:
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