Save the bridges, the Silver Comet Trail is constantly surrounded by trees and lush vegetation. The beginning of the trail is by far the busiest. The further you trek, the less people you’ll see. You’ll see that good ole' Southern hospitality come out as fellow recreational walkers and runners wave and say hello. People on this trail are generally very friendly, giving this place a comfortable atmosphere. Cyclists use this path too, and while pedestrian traffic has the right of way, it is recommended that runners stay to the far right.

The Silver Comet Trail is very wide, complete with a center line, so you don’t collide with oncoming traffic. You will find many benches to rest on along the way. There are occasional water fountains along the trail however, many do not work, so if it’s a hot day and you plan on running for a while, you may want to bring bottled water with you. Remember, since this is one straight line, you will have to run back the way you came. Mile markers line the sides of the trail, making it very easy to keep track of exactly how far you’ve gone. This straight, flat 61.5 mile paved multi-use trail begins in Smyrna, and extends all the way to the Georgia/Alabama line, where it meets the Chief Ladiga Trail just across the state line. The beautiful, scenic rail line was converted into the Silver Comet Trail that Smyrna locals know and love today. The Silver Comet Trail is built on a former rail line, and named for the luxurious Silver Comet passenger train, which was extremely popular at the height of rail travel.

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