Into the Woods at Mason Mill Park

Join me for a Saturday morning hike exploring the woods of Mason Mill Park and a loop through Lullwater Park.

We’ll meet at the restrooms and playground area at Mason Mill Park for introductions. We'll start by heading over to to Lullwater Park, going around Candler Lake and Lullwater House. We'll stop briefly at the ruins of the old powerhouse that once powered the mansion and maybe cross over the bridge to take a look at the inside. After picking up a couple of woodland trails, we'll return to Mason Mill to look at the old Decatur waterworks and hike the trails off the boardwalk.

This is a lovely area with some interesting old structures remaining from another era. It makes for fun and interesting hiking.

I maintain an average pace of 3 mph. There are also a few steep slopes with rocks and gravel. Consequently, this is NOT a beginner hike. If you’re not comfortable with tricky footing and maintaining this higher end of a moderate pace, you should sit this hike out. Please arrive at the meeting point early to allow time for any needed pit stops before hitting the trail promptly at 9:00 am.

From the intersection of N. Druid Hills Rd. and Clairmont Rd. drive 0.3 miles south on Clairmont. Turn left on McConnell Drive at the light (gas station on the corner).
From Scott Boulevard and Clairemont Ave., drive north for 1.9 miles (passing the VA hospital on the left). Turn right on McConnell Drive.
After turning on McConnell, go a short distance to the stop sign. At the stop sign turn right, then take the next left into the park. The parking area where we’ll meet is on the right by the playground and restrooms. Parking is free.

Free parking, restrooms at trailhead