Jenette Arreola

If you enjoy nature trails, you will be thrilled upon visiting the various loops here! Note: I recommend you take a picture of the map located at Parking. Anyway, I explored Wood Duck Way, Walnut Grove, Flat Tail, Grand Oak Loop and just a scratch of Springhouse. My favorite was Flat Trail in addition to the first half of Wood Duck (assuming you begin counterclockwise from parking off New Hope Church Rd.). My least favorite was Grand Oak (see video in which I’m making my way through a ton of tall plants). Anyway, my preferred trails offer great scenery: bird houses, a pond, multiple bridges, picnic tables, a multitude of vibrantly colored flying species (birds, butterflies, insects) and overall a ton of green life! Things I appreciate? There are trail-loop signs that guide you as you make your way through the forest, color-coded even. There are also informative signs regarding forest life. You can also find a few benches scattered throughout your walk (or cycle; majority were cycling) incase you need to take a break. Ha! One last note? I was disappointed to have found a couple portable potties- locked.
I look forward to returning (likely on bike) to take on the larger loops! :-)

I grew up around flea markets (my parents sold original CDs back in the day), and this environment resembles that which I am familiar with. A good chunk of the vendors are Hispanic, so you will hear Spanish music, will encounter Spanish goods, food and culture. There are many hair salons for men and women alike, tattoo shops, clothing, toys, footwear, a variety of food options and ice cream, T-shirt designing, jewelry, fresh produce, gardening goods, electrical tools and furniture. It’s worth a trip if you’re looking for something to do on the weekend. 😊

The pizza was good! 😋 The environment? Friendly. The location? Conveniently found on the corner of Marietta Square where tons of activities and events (concerts, farmer’s market, arts expositions, etc.) occur, a variety of food options are available, and thus crowds of people are found! My family and I enjoyed ourselves at this local favorite- which is undergoing gentrification, so my boyfriend, who is a Marietta resident, says.