East Cobb parks from East Cobb Park and Mabry Park to the Sweat Mountain dog park, plus Chattahoochee River trails ($5 a day). Cobb PARKS: 770-528-8800.
Last checked Oct. 5, 2026. Park features come from Cobb County PARKS and river trail details from the National Park Service. This page is updated when parks open, close or change. Cobb PARKS: 770-528-8800.
East Cobb’s parks belong to two agencies. Cobb County PARKS runs the neighborhood parks, ballfields and the dog park. The National Park Service runs the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area along the river, with trails at Cochran Shoals, Sope Creek, Johnson Ferry and Gold Branch and a $5 daily pass.
Who to call
- Cobb County PARKS: 770-528-8800; find a county park
- Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area: 678-538-1200
- Countywide trail map: Cobb trail map
County parks in East Cobb
| Park | Address | What is there |
|---|---|---|
| East Cobb Park | 3322 Roswell Road | Walking trails along Sewell Mill Creek, two playgrounds, five pavilions (two reservable), outdoor stage, creek overlooks, a lending library and paths to Fullers Park |
| Fullers Park | 3499 Robinson Road | Five baseball and softball fields, a turf field, tennis courts, batting cages, playgrounds and the Fullers Recreation Center gym |
| Harrison Park | 2653 Shallowford Road | Seven ballfields, the Harrison Tennis Center with 16 tennis and six pickleball courts, playgrounds and a 1.4-mile walking trail where leashed dogs are allowed |
| Hyde Farm Park | 721 Hyde Road | What remains of a farm established in the 1830s, with a log cabin and barn, nature trails, a fishing pond and community garden plots |
| Mabry Park | 4466 Mabry Park Road | A farm-themed playground, trails around a pond and through meadows, a community garden and five pavilions |
| Sewell Park | 2055 Lower Roswell Road | Five baseball fields, tennis courts, batting cages, an outdoor pool and a playground |
| Shaw Park | 900 Shaw Park Road | Five softball fields, eight pickleball courts, basketball and tennis courts and two playgrounds |
| Sweat Mountain Park | 4346 Steinhauer Road | Five baseball fields, tennis courts, wooded trails and a dog park with large and small dog areas |
| Terrell Mill Park | 480 Terrell Mill Road | Four softball fields, a turf soccer field, eight tennis courts, two reservable pavilions and a playground |
At Mabry Park, the county says, grazing horses are often visible in the neighboring pastures. Hyde Farm runs nature programs and tours on the farm’s history.
The Chattahoochee River trails
The National Park Service manages several units of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area on the East Cobb side of the river. Its maps page has trail maps for each:
- Cochran Shoals, Columns Drive entrance: the Cochran Shoals trail map (PDF)
- Cochran Shoals, Sope Creek entrance: the Sope Creek trail map (PDF)
- Johnson Ferry North and South: north map (PDF) and south map (PDF)
- Gold Branch: Gold Branch map (PDF)
Hours: dawn to dusk, all year. The park defines dawn as 30 minutes before sunrise and dusk as 30 minutes after sunset, according to its hours page.
Fees: an entrance pass is required. The standard pass is $5 for one day and covers a vehicle and its passengers; an annual pass for this park is $40, and America the Beautiful passes are accepted.
The ruins of the Sope Creek mill are inside the Sope Creek unit; see our history and landmarks guide.
Programs, pools and leagues
Cobb PARKS runs youth baseball at Fullers and Sewell parks, youth lacrosse and soccer at Terrell Mill, and adult softball, kickball, flag football and ultimate frisbee leagues, according to its park pages. Classes, camps and league sign-ups are in the county’s online catalog. The Art Place - Mountain View, at 3330 Sandy Plains Road, runs arts classes and camps.
What this means for you
- For a short walk with kids, East Cobb Park and Mabry Park have trails and playgrounds side by side.
- For the dog, head to Sweat Mountain Park.
- For a long run or ride by the river, bring $5 for the Cochran Shoals lot, or buy the $40 annual pass if you go often.
More: things to do in East Cobb this month and getting around East Cobb.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best parks in East Cobb?
Cobb County runs East Cobb Park on Roswell Road, Mabry Park, Hyde Farm Park, Fullers, Harrison, Sewell, Shaw, Sweat Mountain and Terrell Mill parks in East Cobb. The National Park Service runs the Chattahoochee River trails at Cochran Shoals, Sope Creek, Johnson Ferry and Gold Branch.
Is there a dog park in East Cobb?
Yes. Sweat Mountain Park, 4346 Steinhauer Road, has a dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs, Cobb County says. Dogs on leashes are also allowed on Harrison Park’s 1.4-mile walking trail.
How much does it cost to park at Cochran Shoals?
The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area charges $5 for a one-day pass that covers a vehicle and its passengers, or $40 for an annual pass. America the Beautiful passes are also accepted.
What time do the Chattahoochee River trails open?
The National Park Service says park lands and waters are open for day use from dawn to dusk all year, meaning 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset.
How do I reserve a pavilion at an East Cobb park?
Call Cobb PARKS at 770-528-8800 or book through the county’s parks site. East Cobb Park has two reservable pavilions, Mabry Park one large one and Sweat Mountain, Sewell and Terrell Mill parks have reservable pavilions too.
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