Marietta's city parks: Glover Park on the Square, Laurel Park's 1-mile track, dog parks at Lewis and Wildwood, the Elizabeth Porter sprayground. Parks: 770-794-5601.

Last checked Oct. 5, 2026. Park details come from the City of Marietta’s parks facility directory and Parks, Recreation and Facilities page, and from the National Park Service.

The city of Marietta’s Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department runs more than two dozen parks, from Glover Park on the Square to sports complexes and a 45-acre nature trail. Just beyond the city’s northwest edge is Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, run by the National Park Service.

Who to call

  • Marietta Parks and Recreation: 770-794-5601
  • Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center: 770-794-5637, 545 Kenneth E. Marcus Way
  • Kennesaw Mountain visitor center: 770-427-4686, ext. 0
  • Programs and rentals: the city’s online registration catalog

Big parks and trails

Park Address Size What is there
A.L. Burruss Nature Trail 1050 Barclay Circle 45.66 acres Trails, bike trail, pavilion, picnic tables
Laurel Park 151 Manning Road 25 acres 1-mile walking track, two ponds, large playground, tennis, sand volleyball, full basketball court, picnic tables and grills, restrooms
Steve and Virginia Tumlin Park at Hickory Hills 400 Chestnut Hill Road 10.94 acres Half-mile paved track, playground, tennis, athletic fields, pavilion, restrooms
Lewis Park 475 Campbell Hill St. 6.7 acres Off-leash dog area, four lighted tennis courts, paved path, playground, restrooms
Merritt Park 501 Wallace Road 4.9 acres Paved walking trail, lighted tennis court, sand volleyball, pavilion, playground
Victory Park 823 South Park Drive 4.8 acres Playgrounds, field, sand volleyball, grill, restroom
Henry Memorial Park 81 Reynolds St. 3.5 acres Walking trail, basketball half courts, large playground, reservable gazebo
Joe Kirby Park 426 Frasier St. 2.77 acres Nature trail, covered bridge, bocce court, bench swings

Trail rules at the A.L. Burruss Nature Trail: open during daylight hours only; bicycles only on designated trails; every bike rider must wear a helmet; some trails run one way, so check the sign at the trailhead.

The citywide trail network. The city says it is building a connected trail system that links neighborhoods to downtown, the universities and Cobb County’s trails, including the Silver Comet Trail. See the Marietta multi-use trail map (PDF). The Mountain to River Trail passes through downtown; the city’s road projects page lists the finished and planned trail sections, including the Burnt Hickory Road trail.

Dog parks

  • Lewis Park, 475 Campbell Hill St.: off-leash area with a water spigot and shade, plus a pet waste station.
  • Wildwood Park, 1050 Barclay Circle, next to Life University: off-leash area and a 1-mile jogging trail. The city’s rules ban pit bulls, Rottweilers and dogs with known aggressive tendencies from the off-leash area, and owners are liable for their dogs.
  • Gantt Park, 128 Maple St., is a tiny pocket park with a dog waste bag station.

Splash pad: Elizabeth Porter Park

The sprayground at Elizabeth Porter Park, 370 Montgomery St., ran May 1 to Sept. 20 in 2026. It is closed for the season now.

  • Daily admission: $2 for Cobb County residents, $3 for others, bought online per person.
  • Summer hours were 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, with Mondays kept for private rentals.
  • Party pavilion rentals open 120 days ahead.

Downtown and pocket parks

  • Glover Park, 50 N. Park Square NE, the 1.16-acre park in the middle of the Square, with the gazebo, fountain, stage and a playground. It is home to the city’s concerts and festivals. Closed 3:25 to 6 a.m.
  • Brown Park, 358 W. Atlanta St., 2.2 acres with a gazebo, next to the Confederate Cemetery.
  • Flournoy Park, 179 Roswell St., beside the Cobb County Courthouse, and Joe Mack Wilson Park across the street.
  • Birney Street, Ron Francis, Larry Ceminsky (formerly West Dixie) and Whitaker parks are neighborhood parks with playgrounds.

Sports and recreation centers

  • Custer Park Sports and Fitness Center, 545 Kenneth E. Marcus Way: gym, fitness room, classes and the youth basketball league; women’s drop-in basketball is $2 a day on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m.
  • Laurel Park Tennis Center, 151 Manning Road SW.
  • Franklin Gateway Sports Complex, 1034 Franklin Gateway: soccer fields, walking track, playground.
  • Aviation Sports Complex, 455 Aviation Road: baseball and softball fields.
  • Hugh L. Grogan Jr. Community Center, 510 Lawrence St., home of Marietta PAL.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park

The national battlefield park borders Marietta to the northwest. The National Park Service says the visitor center is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. The grounds are day use only, and parking lots close at posted times that change with daylight saving time. The mountain road is closed to personal vehicles; the park runs a shuttle, and cyclists may use the road at set hours. Call 770-427-4686, ext. 0.

What this means for you

  • For a long walk, go to Laurel Park’s 1-mile track or the Burruss trails.
  • Dogs off-leash: Lewis Park or Wildwood Park.
  • The splash pad reopens next May; watch the city’s page for the 2027 schedule.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the dog park in Marietta?

The city has off-leash dog areas at Lewis Park, 475 Campbell Hill St., and Wildwood Park, 1050 Barclay Circle, next to Life University.

What is the biggest park in Marietta?

Among city parks, the A.L. Burruss Nature Trail covers 45.66 acres and Laurel Park 25 acres, according to the city. Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, run by the National Park Service, borders the city to the northwest.

Is there a splash pad in Marietta?

Yes. The sprayground at Elizabeth Porter Park, 370 Montgomery St., opens May through September. Daily admission is $2 for Cobb County residents and $3 for others.

What are the hours at Kennesaw Mountain?

The National Park Service says the visitor center is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day, and park grounds close at posted times that change with daylight saving time.