Cauley Creek Park, situated in Johns Creek, is a recently unveiled park spanning 203 acres. It officially opened its doors in the summer of 2023 and boasts a variety of courts, fields, and a 5k trail surfaced with rubber. The park is positioned alongside the Chattahoochee River and includes a pedestrian bridge linking it to Rogers Bridge Park and Chattapoochee Dog Park. https://www.atlantaareaparks.com/parks/cauley-creek-park/
The JCBC walking club – named Let’s Walk – is a way to make new friends and build relationships while enjoying the health benefits of being on the move!
Make plans to join in on any of our organized weekend walking events held at various parks and walking trails around the area. You choose the distance. You choose the pace. We’ll just be together. You never know who you might see there! Groups often gather for coffee or brunch after a weekend walk.
We’ve also expanded the scope of Let’s Walk to include some organized HIKES for those who enjoy a tougher challenge.
Be sure to check out the Walking Resources section, too. There you will find training tips and other articles or information that Let’s Walk club members may find helpful or interesting.
We need you to JOIN THE CLUB by completing the form below so that we will be able to contact Let’s Walk club members directly to make sure you’re kept up to date on the latest news.
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Did you know that the JCBC parking lot is exactly ½ mile?
Just walk along the outermost curb all the way around. You are invited and encouraged to walk in the JCBC parking lot any time!
Too hot? Too cold? Too wet?
You are also invited to walk INSIDE JCBC any time that the offices are open. The 2nd floor offers a good, continuous, somewhat circular route.
Chattahoochee Point Park Trail
April 11, 2026 – 8:30 AM
A beautiful 3.2 mile loop trail. The trail is mostly flat, hard-packed gravel and should be good for strollers and wheelchairs. Walk as much of the loop as you choose – you set the distance. Scenic river views, covered areas for gathering and a small playground for the kids. 5790 Chattahoochee Pointe Drive, Suwanee GA. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/chattahoochee-pointe-trail
Suwanee Creek Greenway
May 9, 2026 – 8:30 AM
Suwanee Creek Park Greenway to McGinnis Ferry is a 3.0-mile multi-use trail in the city of Suwanee, Georgia. The trail is a hard surface paved and wooden boardwalk trail and meanders through three miles of wooded areas, wetlands, and wildlife habitat. 1170 Buford Highway, Suwanee GA
Read more about this trail at https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/suwanee-greenway-trail.
Cauley Park
June 13, 2026 – 8:30 AM
McDaniel Farm Park Walking Trail
July 18, 2026 – 8:30 AM
A beautiful 2.3 mile walking loop with the historic McDaniel Farm providing the backdrop. Fully paved, completely accessible with covered shelters to gather after your walk. The trail is easily stretched for longer distances or easily shortened to accommodate any fitness goal. Historic Farm sites open at 10:00 AM if you’d like to make a morning of it. 3551 McDaniel Road, Duluth GA. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/mcdaniel-farm-park-trail
Little Mulberry Park
August 8, 2026 – 8:30 AM
Easy/Intermediate. Miller Trail Loop 2.20 mile-long multi-use path.
Little Mulberry Park is a great park filled with trails and recreational areas. The Miller Trail Loop is a nice easy outing on
a well paved and marked path. Throughout the trail, there are park benches, picnic tables, and trail markers to help you identify where you are on the trail.
What is really nice about this trail is the scenic view around Miller Lake. Throughout the trail, you’ll see creeks feeding into the lake and nice views of the beautiful lake. Approximately two-thirds of the trail is shaded with nice overhanging hardwood trees. The other one-third of the trail is open space (field view/dam view of the lake) where you often feel a nice breeze coming off the lake.
The trail has mostly walkers and joggers. However, there are sometimes cyclists sharing the same path. Most of them are courteous and give you a warning that they are coming up behind you. The park also does allow dogs to be walked with the requirement that owners keep them leashed and pick up any droppings.
There is a nice bathroom at the entrance to the park and one outhouse below the dam.
Family Friendly: Docks, picnic tables, benches, fishing, and a play area at one entrance to the park make this suitable for children.
https://www.hikingproject.com/trail/7036452/miller-trail-loop
McDaniel Farm Park Walking Trail
September 12, 2026 – 8:30 AM
A beautiful 2.3 mile walking loop with the historic McDaniel Farm providing the backdrop. Fully paved, completely accessible with covered shelters to gather after your walk. The trail is easily stretched for longer distances or easily shortened to accommodate any fitness goal. Historic Farm sites open at 10:00 AM if you’d like to make a morning of it. 3551 McDaniel Road, Duluth GA. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/mcdaniel-farm-park-trail
JCBC Jaunt
October 17, 2026
5K Jaunt, 1 mile Fun Run. Cauley Park7255 Bell Road, Johns Creek
Indian Seats Trail Loop – Sawnee Mountain Preserve
May 30, 2026 – 9:00 AM
This trail loop will total about 3.8 miles including the spur from the Visitor Center to the trailhead of Indian Seats Trail Loop. Visitors can wander past abandoned gold mines and venture up the mountain on the Indian Seats Trail to enjoy long range views of the of Blue Ridge Mountains. Interpretive signs are located along the trail for visitors to learn about the natural and cultural history of the area. There are NO DOGS allowed on this trail. Just outside Cumming Georgia, park at the Visitors Center located at 4075 Spot Road. For more, visit the website:
https://parks.forsythco.com/Sawnee-Mountain-Preserve or https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/indian-seats-trail-loop
Sawnee Mountain Preserve
August 29, 2026 – 9:00 AM
This trail loop will total about 3.8 miles including the spur from the Visitor Center to the trailhead of Indian Seats Trail Loop. Visitors can wander past abandoned gold mines and venture up the mountain on the Indian Seats Trail to enjoy long range views of the of Blue Ridge Mountains. Interpretive signs are located along the trail for visitors to learn about the natural and cultural history of the area. There are NO DOGS allowed on this trail. Just outside Cumming Georgia, 2505 Bettie Tribble Gap Road. For more, visit the website:
https://parks.forsythco.com/Sawnee-Mountain-Preserve or https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/indian-seats-trail-loop
Don Carter State Park Trail
October 3, 2026 – 9:00 AM
Couch to 5k
Maybe you’ve been thinking about stepping up your walking game a little. You might like to consider participating in a local 5k. Maybe we’ll even hold one of our own in the months ahead. Here are a couple of Couch To 5k training resources.
https://www.runwithcaroline.com/10-week-couch-to-5k-training-plan/
(LOT’s of good information – the training plan is near the end.)
Here’s another good plan – https://www.runnersworld.com/uk/training/5km/a760067/six-week-beginner-5k-schedule/
Distance Walking Training
Maybe you’d like to step up your walking game even more. Have you ever considered walking a half-marathon? There are numerous events throughout the area and throughout the year. But – training properly for a walking half-marathon is critically important.
Here’s a suggested training guide: https://www.verywellfit.com/half-marathon-walk-training-schedule-3435465 (I also have a great training spreadsheet example that I’m happy to share with you if interested!)
Essential Equipment for Hikers
Bottom line…be prepared! This link will help you think about what you need to take along on your day hike. (I find trekking poles to be a game changer!) https://www.switchbacktravel.com/day-hiking-checklist
