Noonday Creek Trail extension to open Saturday

The City of Woodstock will open the 1.5-mile Noonday Creek Trail Extension to the public Saturday.

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The new segment expands the city’s existing trail network southward, strengthening regional connectivity and recreation options between Cherokee and Cobb counties, the city said in a news release.

The path connects the existing trailhead near Reformation Brewery and the Elm Street Green in downtown Woodstock to Noonday Creek Park in Cobb County.

The project establishes a critical regional connection linking Woodstock and Cherokee County’s trail system to Cobb County’s growing network and eventually to the Silver Comet Trail, which is one of the longest paved trails in the United States.

Woodstock officials broke ground on the trail project in December 2023 alongside representatives from Cherokee County, Cobb County, the Atlanta Regional Commission and the Georgia Department of Transportation.

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Construction crews built a route beneath Highway 92 and along the Noonday Creek corridor. Planning and funding support from the Georgia Department of Transportation and regional partners helped turn the long-envisioned connection into reality.

Woodstock Mayor Michael Caldwell noted the long timeline required to build the connection.

“This project has been nearly a decade in the making and we’re thrilled to celebrate its completion,” Caldwell said. “The Noonday Creek Trail Extension is much more than a recreational amenity. It strengthens regional connectivity, expands transportation options and creates new opportunities for residents and visitors to experience the natural beauty of our community and beyond.”

The extension provides expanded choices for walking, running, cycling and alternative transportation.

Woodstock City Manager Jeff Moon pointed out the multi-agency coordination involved in the planning and construction.

“The completion of this project demonstrates what can be accomplished through strong partnerships and a shared vision,” Moon said. “We’re grateful to our partners in Cherokee County, Cobb County, GDOT, the Atlanta Regional Commission and the many staff members and contractors whose dedication brought this project to life.”

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