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Trail construction
 -  + Had heard last year that a section of trail was closed for bridge repair, but do not recall where this was located. I’m trying to find the best trailhead to begin a trip without running into a road b...
Discussion started 05/26/2021 03:20 PM by MB - 1 reply (last reply by Bruce at 06/08/2021 11:26 AM)
MB on 05/26/2021 03:20 PM
Had heard last year that a section of trail was closed for bridge repair, but do not recall where this was located. I’m trying to find the best trailhead to begin a trip without running into a road block.

Thanks!

 
Bruce from Marietta on 06/08/2021 11:26 AM
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Shuttle needed from Smyrna to state line
 -  + I'm looking for a shuttle service one morning for myself and my bike, from the Smyrna trailhead to the state line, for a ride back. Are there any around that will not cost me $200? I was hoping to fin...
Discussion started 06/04/2021 01:17 PM by Darrell - 2 replies (last reply by Bruce at 06/08/2021 11:20 AM)
Darrell from Atlanta on 06/04/2021 01:17 PM
I'm looking for a shuttle service one morning for myself and my bike, from the Smyrna trailhead to the state line, for a ride back.
Are there any around that will not cost me $200?
I was hoping to find someone that is going to take a group of people.

 
Ray (webmaster) on 06/07/2021 06:47 PM
Surprisingly, I am not aware of any shuttle services operating around that section of trail.

However, I recently learned about a shuttle service at the other end of the Chief Ladiga Trail, based in Anniston:
Anniston Bike Shuttle 205-753-1845

I am excited to hear of shuttle service on ANY section of the trail. I have no idea how far this service will go or what they charge, but I am happy to know they are out there and wish them success.

 
Bruce from Marietta on 06/08/2021 11:20 AM
Willing to assist. Just need to get it on my calendar.
Contact me at bcoyle@paulding.gov.


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Smyrna to Rockmart ride
 -  + Starting from the Publix at the east west connector is a nice ride to Rockmart. Have someone drop you off at the Publix after lunch and pick you up 3 to 4 hours later in Rockmart. On a hot humid day...
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Jim131 from Lickskillet on 06/03/2021 06:14 PM
Starting from the Publix at the east west connector is a nice ride to Rockmart. Have someone drop you off at the Publix after lunch and pick you up 3 to 4 hours later in Rockmart. On a hot humid day it adds 15 to 20 minutes but this 65 year old averages just under 3 hours riding time with temps under 80. Stops at 10, 20, 25 and 30 miles with the 10 and 20 stops longer than 5 minutes. I find the ride easy up to 10. Hills but not too bad to 20. From mid 20s there are some long stretches of hills but I gear down and push on knowing that my goal is mile 30. Why? At mile 30 it is all downhill into Rockmart. You can average well over 15 Mph and most times I am doing over that and sometimes hit 20. I fuel up at mile 30 and have the best time going that 7.5 miles into Rockmart. If you break it up into 10, 20 and 30 miles about the only problem you’ll have is a sore backside. Great ride!


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Soli's Soups, Salads & Sandwiches in Rockmart
 -  + Riding the SC/CL 1st week of april. Camping the 1st night at Beautiful Rock. We're planning to set up cam then bike a couple miles to Rockmart and eat at Soli's. How is the traffic on S Marble St? I r...
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Rick Hancock from Grafton on 03/25/2021 08:51 AM
Riding the SC/CL 1st week of april. Camping the 1st night at Beautiful Rock. We're planning to set up cam then bike a couple miles to Rockmart and eat at Soli's. How is the traffic on S Marble St? I realize the restaurant is closer to mp 38 but we were going to take the shirt cut. Thoughts?

 
SuznH from Rockmart, GA on 05/27/2021 10:41 PM
Soli's has great sandwiches, in my experience. I especially LOVE their chicken salad with pimento cheese spread on sour dough bread. Really nice people there too.


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The Beautiful Rock RV Park and Campground in Rockmart
 -  + 2021 - Any updated information on this campground? I stayed here in 2017 and it was nice.
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Biker Deb from Blue Ridge on 05/26/2021 10:54 PM
2021 - Any updated information on this campground? I stayed here in 2017 and it was nice.


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Chief Ladiga Trail Campground in Piedmont
 -  + 2021: any updates on camping here?
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Biker Deb from Blue Ridge on 05/26/2021 10:51 PM
2021: any updates on camping here?


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Pubs, taverns, bistros
 -  + Planning a trip in June, I would love to hear about any great food and beverage opportunities along the trail.
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Anonymous from Myrtle beach on 05/11/2021 02:15 PM
Planning a trip in June, I would love to hear about any great food and beverage opportunities along the trail.


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Hilly section of the Silver Comet Trail
 -  + Hello...was planning a trip to do the out and back on the Silver Comet and Chief Ladiga trails first week of April. Wondering about the 'hilly section' and the road to ride on. Are you actually rid...
Discussion started 02/10/2021 03:30 PM by Pat - 5 replies (last reply by Robert Woodson at 05/09/2021 08:02 AM)
Pat from Greencastle, IN on 02/10/2021 03:30 PM
Hello...was planning a trip to do the out and back on the Silver Comet and Chief Ladiga trails first week of April.

Wondering about the 'hilly section' and the road to ride on. Are you actually riding on Hwy 278, and if so...how busy of a road? Looks to be about 14 miles of relatively hilly terrain?

Would appreciate comments from folks who have ridden this section. We are in better than average cycling experience and condition.

Thanks,
Pat

 
BiknJ from Orange Park, FL on 02/14/2021 12:27 AM
No, you are not riding on 278. There is trail in this area. But it isn't on the railroad bed. I think that part is still used by trains. A couple of miles after leaving Rockmart the trail runs parallel to 278 for about three miles, but it is well separated from the highway. It turns south away from the highway and sometimes parallels the railroad, crossing it several times. Here’s my map I prepared before our ride. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26398845

YES it is hilly—hillier than 278. It was a bit much for me, but I’m well into my 70s.

 
Pat from Greencastle on 02/25/2021 09:30 PM
Thanks BiknJ for the details of the hilly part of the trail. Appreciate your feedback!!

 
BiknJ from Orange Park, FL on 02/27/2021 03:27 PM
Thanks Pat. Let me know What you think of Mt. Trashmore after you ride it. I walked it. I'd like to know what a better than average rider thinks of it.

 
Jim from Carrollton Texas on 04/27/2021 02:30 PM
Hi,
The hilly section was a serious challenge for me on a recumbent trike.
At one point the GPS was showing 1.5 miles an hour(going toward Anniston). Coming back on the same stretch, I forgot about the switchback going downhill. I will not make that mistake again. That was my first and last time to be on 2 wheels on a recumbent trike.
It is a wonderful and unique trail that makes for a great ride.
Enjoy the ride!

 
Robert Woodson from Weaver on 05/09/2021 08:02 AM
Five miles of serious hills on the east side of Cedartown, GA, the remainder of the hills to Rockmart, GA are manageable. Be careful on the curves as sight is limited and riders go fast.


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Trail Closure - Chief Ladiga (CLT) 5/15/2021
 -  + The CLT will be closed from 8-12 on May 15th for time trials from Piedmont, AL to Jacksonville, AL. The CLT will reopen following the trials.
Discussion started 05/08/2021 06:41 AM by Robert Woodson - 1 reply (last reply by Robert Woodson at 05/09/2021 07:57 AM)
Robert Woodson from Weaver on 05/08/2021 06:41 AM
The CLT will be closed from 8-12 on May 15th for time trials from Piedmont, AL to Jacksonville, AL. The CLT will reopen following the trials.

 
Robert Woodson from Weaver on 05/09/2021 07:57 AM
Sorry, correction - CLT will close at 6 AM and open at 12 Noon


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Katy trail riders heading to Chief Ladiga Silver Comet Trail area late May
 -  + We are very regular riders on our hometown county trail here in Missouri, several thousand miles a year and wondering when planning a trip to the Silver Comet trail or the Chief Ladiga trail in Georgi...
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Drs D and T from Columbia MO on 05/01/2021 09:26 AM
We are very regular riders on our hometown county trail here in Missouri, several thousand miles a year and wondering when planning a trip to the Silver Comet trail or the Chief Ladiga trail in Georgia/Alabama which parts of these trails would be best to ride if we have about two days to ride (we are bringing cross bikes and are capable of some road and light Mt bike riding with these). We are thinking bringing our bikes to a central location and then heading 25 miles out and back one day and 25 miles out and back the other direction on the other day. We plan, depending on Covid at staying at Hotel or B and B for night and between the two rides Where should we start? No offence to parts west but the Piedmont area looks especially inviting with the trees etc. Any advice would be appreciated.

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Lodging easy to reach from trail by bike near Syrna or vinings
 -  + Need lodging recommendations for bike trip next weekend with easy access from trail to hotel
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Rose from Daphne on 04/24/2021 01:28 PM
Need lodging recommendations for bike trip next weekend with easy access from trail to hotel


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Nathan Dean Park in Rockmart
 -  + Last time I stopped at the park, I couldn't locate a water fountain. Is there water there? I assumed there was, based on other info on the Silver Comet trail
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Marshall Goers on 04/22/2021 10:13 AM
Last time I stopped at the park, I couldn't locate a water fountain. Is there water there? I assumed there was, based on other info on the Silver Comet trail


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Smyrna Security
 -  + Hoping to do an out and back this June. How secure is the parking at the Eastern terminus?
Discussion started 04/16/2021 06:20 AM by Ric - 2 replies (last reply by Ric at 04/20/2021 06:17 AM)
Ric from Warm Springs on 04/16/2021 06:20 AM
Hoping to do an out and back this June. How secure is the parking at the Eastern terminus?

 
Bruce from Marietta on 04/19/2021 03:13 PM
The Cobb County DOT web site says NO overnight parking at the Trail Parking lots. FYI

 
Ric from Warm Springs on 04/20/2021 06:17 AM
Thanks Bruce. I'll also look into the Publix parking.


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Highland Station Shopping Center in Smyrna
 -  + I will be bike/camping the trail, will be out there 3 nights. Will my old car be okay in the shopping center for 3 days? I don't want it to be towed.
Discussion started 04/17/2021 06:00 PM by mala - 1 reply (last reply by Bruce at 04/19/2021 03:12 PM)
mala from bainbridge, ga on 04/17/2021 06:00 PM
I will be bike/camping the trail, will be out there 3 nights. Will my old car be okay in the shopping center for 3 days? I don't want it to be towed.

 
Bruce from Marietta on 04/19/2021 03:12 PM
I have known of one person leaving a car for one night without problem. Maybe you should talk with the Publix manager about multiple nights.


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Don Williams Trailhead in Fish Creek
 -  + Don Williams trail head also offers disk golf, so much fun to play. The Manor at Becks Lake Bed & Breakfast is only 3/4 mile from trail head. The road is easily biked. We also will shuttle you to a ...
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The Manor at Becks Lake from Rockmart, Georgia, USA on 04/15/2021 07:01 AM
Don Williams trail head also offers disk golf, so much fun to play. The Manor at Becks Lake Bed & Breakfast is only 3/4 mile from trail head. The road is easily biked. We also will shuttle you to a local restaurant in Rockmart or Cedartown for dinner. Please arrange at booking. Our web is themanoratbeckslake.com


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Soli's Soups, Salads & Sandwiches in Rockmart
 -  + Many of our Bed & Breakfast guest her at The Manor at Becks Lake and ourselves have eaten with Soli. Soli's is very good food & friendly service. Eat with Soli and stay with us themanoratbeckslake.co...
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The Manor at Becks Lake from Rockmart, Georgia, USA on 04/15/2021 06:41 AM
Many of our Bed & Breakfast guest her at The Manor at Becks Lake and ourselves have eaten with Soli. Soli's is very good food & friendly service. Eat with Soli and stay with us themanoratbeckslake.com 678-685-6265. Tom & Myra


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Parking security
 -  + Hoping to do a round trip tour on the Comet and was wondering how secure the parking situation is at the Smyrna trailhead?
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Ric from Warm Springs on 04/13/2021 07:06 AM
Hoping to do a round trip tour on the Comet and was wondering how secure the parking situation is at the Smyrna trailhead?


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Places to stay/shuttle setvice
 -  + Planning to ride the trail this spring as a life list item. Recommendations on places to stay and shuttle service for senior (70+] cyclist?
Discussion started 03/05/2021 08:03 PM by DD - 2 replies (last reply by BRUCE at 03/18/2021 08:43 AM)
DD from Hot Springs Village, AR on 03/05/2021 08:03 PM
Planning to ride the trail this spring as a life list item. Recommendations on places to stay and shuttle service for senior (70+] cyclist?

 
Pat from Greencastle, IN on 03/08/2021 08:22 AM
Hello DD,
WE too are planning the ride Smyrna to Anniston and return first week of April. We have picked out a few hotels not far from the trail over the 4 days.

Our plan is to stay at:
Quality In in Cedartown, GA
Hampton Inn in Jacksonville, AL
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Rockmart, GA
Comfort Inn & Suites Smyrna, GA

So, obviously depends on how you want to break up the trip and to what may be the most logical stops along the way.

AS to a shuttle, I know that BRUCE in one of the blogs below titled
'Assist with shuttle' mentions he can shuttle people IF you get on his schedule....no charge. You might scroll down and look at that and communicate with Bruce.

Hope this helps! Enjoy the ride as we plan to

 
BRUCE from Marietta on 03/18/2021 08:43 AM
Still willing to shuttle .
contact

bcoyle@paulding.gov


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Milling of Chief Ladiga Trail (CLT)
 -  + Happy to report the CLT is in much better shape, less root issues. Piedmont has mitigated much of the root issues in the same fashion as Cleburne County, & Jacksonville. There is care needed from mile...
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Rob from Weaver on 03/17/2021 06:29 AM
Happy to report the CLT is in much better shape, less root issues. Piedmont has mitigated much of the root issues in the same fashion as Cleburne County, & Jacksonville. There is care needed from mile marker 9 to about 22, as the size of the milling teeth is much larger and creates deeper gouges in the asphalt, for small sized tires. Bottom line is a cleaner ride for 33 miles from Stateline to Michael Tucker Park.


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CLT
 -  + Is the CLT open on Sunday’s? Read somewhere it was closed.
Discussion started 11/11/2020 10:48 AM by Emory Evans - 2 replies (last reply by Scott at 02/15/2021 12:17 AM)
Emory Evans from Chattanooga on 11/11/2020 10:48 AM
Is the CLT open on Sunday’s? Read somewhere it was closed.

 
Bruce from Marietta on 11/11/2020 04:50 PM
Open

 
Scott from Jackson Michigan on 02/15/2021 12:17 AM
When I biked the chief ladiga trail and silver comet, all of the signs read open from dawn until dusk.

However, most of both trails are marked with occasional signs that say: USBR (US bike route) 21 . Witch is a US highway designation for bikes. I was told by the polk county Police that the trail closes at dusk 7 days a week for recreational uses, but if you are using the trail as a transportation route, then you aren't breaking the law if you use it at night as long as you have lights on your bike and have a clear destination that is accessible or gets you closer as a result of riding the trail.

A lot of old US highways are being modified to accommodate bikes. For example, the US highway route 2 is designated as a USBR once you cross the Mackinaw bridge, and remains a bike route until Ironwood Michigan. A good 200 miles.


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Is camp comet safe to camp?
 -  +  I have biked the silver comet and chief ladiga trail all the way through, and plan on enjoying it again this coming spring. I want to bring camping gear on my bike's cargo trailer to camp in a few pl...
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Scott from Jackson Michigan on 02/14/2021 11:58 PM
I have biked the silver comet and chief ladiga trail all the way through, and plan on enjoying it again this coming spring. I want to bring camping gear on my bike's cargo trailer to camp in a few places and break out my trusty dusty cast iron for some good old fashioned open fire cooking.

I heard rumors that the campground called camp comet can be a little shady because of the homeless population.

Is it safe to pitch a tent and camp there?


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over night parking Anniston
 -  + Planning to do a multiday trip starting in Anniston. Is there any place I could park my car for 3 nights?
Discussion started 02/11/2021 11:41 AM by Larry Lenne - 1 reply (last reply by BiknJ at 02/13/2021 05:52 PM)
Larry Lenne from Indianapolis on 02/11/2021 11:41 AM
Planning to do a multiday trip starting in Anniston. Is there any place I could park my car for 3 nights?

 
BiknJ from Orange Park, FL on 02/13/2021 05:52 PM
A similar question was asked in this forum early last year. https://bikesilvercomet.com/talk.aspx?tid=2746
The first comment should answer your question.

"There is a place to park your bike overnight at the rear of the Weaver Police Department(WPD), which is monitored by camera. Parking is availabe over night also if desired. Motel is about two miles from the WPD."

WPD, 500 Anniston St, Weaver, AL 36277


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east or west from Rockmart
 -  + Plan to stay at Beautiful Rock Campground in the Spring. Is the most scenic leisure ride to be found 20 miles or so East or West of Rockmart
Discussion started 01/06/2021 02:01 PM - 1 reply (last reply by aeroperf at 01/08/2021 02:52 PM)
Anonymous on 01/06/2021 02:01 PM
Plan to stay at Beautiful Rock Campground in the Spring. Is the most scenic leisure ride to be found 20 miles or so East or West of Rockmart

 
aeroperf from Powder Springs on 01/08/2021 02:52 PM
I suggest Rockmart to Hiram and back. It is a lovely scenic ride.


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Flooding
 -  + Will the trail be flooded or muddy this weekend due to Friday's heavy rain?
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Anonymous on 01/01/2021 07:38 PM
Will the trail be flooded or muddy this weekend due to Friday's heavy rain?


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Virtual Ride of the Chief Ladiga Rail Trail
 -  + If you're into this sort of thing, I've published on Kinomap the GPS-tagged videos of my late-Spring 2020 ride on the Chief Ladiga Rail Trail in Northeastern Alabama, from the beginning of the trail a...
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Tom M from Franklin, TN on 12/05/2020 11:41 AM
If you're into this sort of thing, I've published on Kinomap the GPS-tagged videos of my late-Spring 2020 ride on the Chief Ladiga Rail Trail in Northeastern Alabama, from the beginning of the trail at the Georga-Alabama state line to the trail terminus in Anniston, Alabama

If you have a smart bike trainer, or even a not smart trainer, or even an exercise bike or an elliptical trainer you can to do these as virtual rides.

The advantage of using a "smart" exercise device is that the Kinomap app on your Android or iOS device can control the difficulty level based on GPS data while you exercise.

Here is a link to a playlist of the three segments that make up my ride of the Chief Ladiga Rail Trail:

https://videos.kinomap.com/en/playlists/11789

There is also a single GPS-tagged video of the entire Chief Ladiga Rail Trail ride if you want to do the whole thing in one go:

https://videos.kinomap.com/en/watch/m2jzus

If you want to see all of my Kinomap bike videos and playlists you can visit my Kinomap profile here:

https://dashboard.kinomap.com/en/users/288557/videos

https://dashboard.kinomap.com/en/users/288557/playlists


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Starting in Anniston
 -  + My husband and I want to drive up to CLT and start in Anniston for a day ride. Where should we turn around and head back. Is there a good place to ride out to, stop and eat and.ride back. This is o...
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Chris from Auburn, AL on 11/10/2020 12:22 AM
My husband and I want to drive up to CLT and start in Anniston for a day ride. Where should we turn around and head back. Is there a good place to ride out to, stop and eat and.ride back. This is our first time on trail. Would love to ride only about 40-50 miles. I saw a mention of the CLT trail not being in good shape. Is this a concern? Thanks.

 
Bruce from Marietta on 11/10/2020 01:31 PM
Ride to Piedmont and back, about 40 miles.
Trail is getting bumpy with roots.
Just pay attention and slow down.

 
Mimi Buck from Alexandria Al on 11/11/2020 09:29 AM
The best ride is to put in at Piedmont and ride to the Silver Comet trail. My husband and I have done this MANY times. It’s great scenery, smooth paths and very relaxing.


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asphalt
 -  + Hi- My boyfriend is going to use the Silver comet to run his virtual 1/2 marathon this week. I'm his support crew via my bike. He wants to run on as much asphalt as possible instead of concrete. We wa...
Discussion started 11/02/2020 05:46 PM by Laura - 1 reply (last reply by Bruce at 11/04/2020 01:43 PM)
Laura from Marietta on 11/02/2020 05:46 PM
Hi- My boyfriend is going to use the Silver comet to run his virtual 1/2 marathon this week. I'm his support crew via my bike. He wants to run on as much asphalt as possible instead of concrete. We wanted to start at the 11.7 mile marker and go out 6.5 miles and then turn back.
Does anyone know if 11.7-18 is still asphalt? I know the bridge might be concrete, but hoping the rest is asphalt. We are doing it on Saturday, 11/7. Thanks all

 
Bruce from Marietta on 11/04/2020 01:43 PM
Concrete Trail starts around MP# 14


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English House Bed & Breakfast in Jacksonville
 -  + Hello, we are looking for a B&B along the bike trail and would love to hear your reviews about the English House, specifically if they are bike friendly as we prefer to bring our bikes inside to charg...
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gazellegirl on 10/28/2020 09:04 AM
Hello, we are looking for a B&B along the bike trail and would love to hear your reviews about the English House, specifically if they are bike friendly as we prefer to bring our bikes inside to charge them overnight. Do they serve breakfast? I can't seem to find a website for this inn. Thanks in advance.


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Trail Mileage
 -  + On the http://silvercometga.com/silver-comet-map/silver-comet-map.shtml the distance from the beginning of the trail in Smyrna and Rambo Road trailhead is 22.2 miles. The trip planner on this website...
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On the
http://silvercometga.com/silver-comet-map/silver-comet-map.shtml
the distance from the beginning of the trail in Smyrna and Rambo Road trailhead is 22.2 miles. The trip planner on this website has the mileage at 26.2 miles. Does anyone know if this (26.2) is the mileage to the actual town of Rambo?


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Leaving a car in Cedartown
 -  + A friend and I are planing to leave our car at Cedartown overnight but have noticed several warning about crime in the area. Anyone have recommendations about leaving the car unattended overnight in C...
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KellyAnne from Pell City on 10/24/2020 08:34 AM
A friend and I are planing to leave our car at Cedartown overnight but have noticed several warning about crime in the area. Anyone have recommendations about leaving the car unattended overnight in Cedartown?


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Rent a Truck
 -  + Hey there! I see a lot of these questions are geared towards shuttles, and inquiries about how to leave a car at one side. My spouse and I plan to leave our truck in Smyrna, rent a Nissan Frontier or ...
Discussion started 07/26/2020 09:13 AM by Landholt - 2 replies (last reply by Bruce at 10/21/2020 01:09 PM)
Landholt from Columbia, SC on 07/26/2020 09:13 AM
Hey there! I see a lot of these questions are geared towards shuttles, and inquiries about how to leave a car at one side. My spouse and I plan to leave our truck in Smyrna, rent a Nissan Frontier or something similar at the Enterprise Rent A Car in Smyrna, throw our bikes in the rental truck, drive to Anniston and drop the rental at the Enterprise there, 8 miles from the trail head. It'll cost about $150, it was the only viable solution we could think of short of enlisting someone's help with a drop off. Let me know your thoughts and I hope this idea helps y'all!

 
BiknJ from Orange Park, FL on 08/07/2020 02:08 PM
I don't know if I'll ever get a chance to use it, but I think it's a great idea. I'll share it with those who ask me about the trail.

I organized a small group to ride the Silver Comet and Chief Ladiga trails three years ago. Due to a couple of elderly riders, one with heart problems (me), we decided to forego riding loaded. I didn't know what a wise decision it was until we got to the hilly part! Our plan was to camp at the two commercial campgrounds on the trail and ride out and back in each direction. The campgrounds are nicely spaced for that... although we did shuttle to Hiram the first day to keep the first days about 30 miles.

Unfortunately our trip was cut short by nasty weather. It was November. Cycling and tent camping in the rain at 40° just didn't sound like fun. We were glad we had vehicles with us.

 
Bruce from Marietta on 10/21/2020 01:09 PM
Willing to assist with a shuttle.


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Paulding Chamber Trailhead in Dallas
 -  + There's a new sign at the Paulding Chamber exit off the Silver Comet that points to "Dallas Battlefield Trail." What's that? Do you have to ride on regular highways and roads to get there?
Discussion started 05/24/2020 04:11 PM by Ronny - 1 reply (last reply by Bruce at 10/21/2020 10:58 AM)
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There's a new sign at the Paulding Chamber exit off the Silver Comet that points to "Dallas Battlefield Trail." What's that? Do you have to ride on regular highways and roads to get there?

 
Bruce from Marietta on 10/21/2020 10:58 AM
It is about 1.5 miles away to the to the park.
All travel is on roads except the 278 piece to Hwy 61 has a paved bike trail.


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Assit with shuttle
 -  + I ride the trail all the time. Love it. I am willing to assist with a shuttle or information about the trail. You can contact me on BikeForms.net my handle is 1979schwinn.
Discussion started 09/09/2020 02:34 PM by Bruce - 8 replies (last reply by Bruce at 10/21/2020 10:47 AM)
Bruce from Marietta on 09/09/2020 02:34 PM
I ride the trail all the time. Love it.
I am willing to assist with a shuttle or information about the trail.
You can contact me on BikeForms.net my handle is 1979schwinn.

 
Tony from Port St Lucie on 09/19/2020 10:40 AM
1979Schwinn
Saw your post, Im kicking the idea of driving up to Smyrna, dropping my car and renting a car to head to Anniston..what do you charge for shuttle from Smyrna to Anniston, and if you are able to do it what is your availability?
Thanks
Skydude58@yahoo.com

 
Tony from Port St Lucie on 09/19/2020 04:25 PM
1979Schwinn
Saw your post, Im kicking the idea of driving up to Smyrna, dropping my car and renting a car to head to Anniston..what do you charge for shuttle from Smyrna to Anniston, and if you are able to do it what is your availability?
Thanks
Skydude58@yahoo.com

 
Bruce from Marietta on 10/01/2020 10:14 AM
No charge.
Just need to schedule it an get it on my calendar.

You can email me at: bcoyle@paulding.gov

 
bikemom from nc on 10/08/2020 07:45 PM
I am looking to ride the trail the week of Oct 21. Would love to get a shuttle or take a train so my husband and I can do the route in two days. What information do you have?

 
Bruce from Marietta on 10/09/2020 01:18 PM
Most of the trail is shaded and runs 2-4% grade.
Zoom into the map and more detail shows up.
The start in Smyrna is a busy commercial area.
It then blends into suburban areas but is still secluded.
Next is Hiram (good Bike Shop), then Dallas. West of Dallas is wilderness till Rockmart.
Rockmart to Cedartown is country with a 8% grade for about a mile. West of Cedartown is country and wilderness till Piedmont. Then you head to Jacksonville (collage town), mostly parallels to a road off and on. to Anniston. There are a few bathrooms and water stops along the way. Get water at Hiram, Dallas, Rockmart, Cedartown, Jacksonville and Anniston.

 
Bruce from Marietta on 10/09/2020 01:27 PM
Spending the night.
The free campsite is Camp Comet west of Rockmart (near Fish Creek). There are pay campsites before Rockmart, in Al at Chief Lagiga Camp (before Piedmont), and at the end in Anniston.
There are various hotels & BB mostly l-2 miles off the trail.
Zoom in on the map, click on them, and contact them for reservation.

 
Tony from Port St Lucie on 10/09/2020 02:57 PM
Is camping in Camp Comet West safe?

 
Bruce from Marietta on 10/21/2020 10:47 AM
Yes, no one is anywhere near you.
Middle of nowhere.


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Camp Comet in Cedartown
 -  + Any current info?
Discussion started 08/06/2020 08:32 PM - 2 replies (last reply by anonymous at 10/12/2020 11:06 AM)
Anonymous on 08/06/2020 08:32 PM
Any current info?

 
Bruce from Marietta on 10/09/2020 01:34 PM
Primitive, filter your water, no facilities.

 
Anonymous on 10/12/2020 11:06 AM
Bruce is correct. But I would like to add that there is a port-o-let at the Don Williams Trailhead, a quarter mile east of the camp. It was very clean when I was there a few years ago. Sure beats squatting in the woods for #2. The camp was well kept with two or three clear areas for tents. It also had a couple of grills and some log benches. It's back in the woods and very shady. Don't forget your favorite bug repellent.


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Mileage
 -  + First time on the trail . We began at the trail head at Heritage park and rode to Anderson Farm Road . I would like to know if anyone knows the mileage between the two points ?
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PW. from Roswell on 10/03/2020 04:25 PM
First time on the trail . We began at the trail head at Heritage park and rode to Anderson Farm Road . I would like to know if anyone knows the mileage between the two points ?

 
Ray on 10/03/2020 07:19 PM
That's a little over 6 miles, one-way.


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 -  + First time on the trail . We began at the trail head at Heritage park and rode to Anderson Farm Road . I would like to know if anyone knows the mileage between the two points ?
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First time on the trail . We began at the trail head at Heritage park and rode to Anderson Farm Road . I would like to know if anyone knows the mileage between the two points ?


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Stray Puppies
 -  + This morning while I was riding bikes with a friends we came upon 4 stray puppies right at the start of the Chief Ladiga Trail right as you enter Alabama. We were not able to take the puppies because ...
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Karen Kennington from Atlanta on 10/03/2020 11:25 AM
This morning while I was riding bikes with a friends we came upon 4 stray puppies right at the start of the Chief Ladiga Trail right as you enter Alabama. We were not able to take the puppies because we were on bikes but if anyone knows a shelter or someone who would be willing to try and rescue these adorable pups it would be greatly appreciated.


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Most Scenic Segment
 -  + Hello, my wife and I are looking for the most scenic 10 to 12 mile segment of the trail for a 20 to 25 mile R/T ride. I looked at parking at Germain Park Jacksonville and riding to Piedmont and back....
Discussion started 09/12/2020 12:12 PM by Pop - 2 replies (last reply by Bruce at 10/02/2020 12:32 PM)
Pop from Memphis on 09/12/2020 12:12 PM
Hello, my wife and I are looking for the most scenic 10 to 12 mile segment of the trail for a 20 to 25 mile R/T ride. I looked at parking at Germain Park Jacksonville and riding to Piedmont and back. I'm guessing its not the most scenic though? My wife is still rebuilding/recovering from a Tibia Plateau Fracture from 2019 and doesn't have max endurance back yet. Just want to be sure we pick the best segment for scenery, etc to make the trip from Memphis worth it.

 
Bob Woodson from Weaver on 09/19/2020 08:33 AM
A ride from Eubanks Welcome Center, Piedmont, AL to mile marker 7 is a great ride of about 14 miles with beautiful sights in the National Forest.

 
Bruce from Marietta on 10/02/2020 12:32 PM
Suggested Ride from Martin Trail Head (West side of Cedartown, GA) to Alabama State line and back. This is 16 miles round trip, flat, and scenic.


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Holiday Inn Express in Cedartown
 -  + This is no longer a Holiday Inn Express... it's an Econo Lodge...
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Jennifer Walker on 08/31/2020 11:03 PM
This is no longer a Holiday Inn Express... it's an Econo Lodge...


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Eubanks Welcome Center, Piedmont, AL
 -  + All facilities are open at the Welcome Center including the outside restroom facilities. You will need a face covering if you go into the Center. The trail (CLT) remains a rough ride in the Piedmont,...
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Robert Woodson from Weaver on 07/21/2020 09:14 AM
All facilities are open at the Welcome Center including the outside restroom facilities. You will need a face covering if you go into the Center.

The trail (CLT) remains a rough ride in the Piedmont, Bordon Springs areas, from mile marker 1 to 23, ride with caution, a helmet, and sound equipment.

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