Sunset Tree Tour: The Secrets of Chastain Park
Sun Sep 13 | 7pm-9pm | Chastain Park Conservancy
Chastain Park today is known as a North Atlanta gem with over 260 acres holding jogging paths, playgrounds, tennis courts, a golf course, a public swimming pool, horse park, amphitheater, and more. But less than 100 years ago, sheltered by ancient trees and giant boulders, this site hosted an array of curiosities including a natural wonder simply known as The Witches Cave. The history of Chastain Park is long and winding, from hosting public almes houses, a grim prison farm, and being a catalyst of desegregation in the city to now being a community cornerstone of North Atlanta. This urban oasis not only provides a plethora of pollinator gardens and diverse array of tree species that create a rainbow-like canopy in the fall, but also holds keys to Atlanta’s past with secrets written along the century old stonework.
About the Guides: Kent and Maxine Watkins are residents of Sandy Springs who enjoy hiking, biking and exploring new parks during their free time. They are experienced tour leaders supporting Trees Atlanta's mission by planting, pruning and sharing their love of trees with others.
About Chastain Park Conservancy is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the stewardship of Troy Chastain Memorial Park’s natural and historic resources. Their mission is to restore, enhance, maintain and preserve the Park’s 268 acres for its over 3.2 million annual visitors. Learn more about their work and additional programs they offer here.
Additional Information
- Getting There: Closest street address is 290 Chastain Park Ave NW, Atlanta, GA 30342. Meet at the intersection of Powers Ferry Rd NW and Chastain Park Ave NW by the Chastain Park Tennis Center. Street parking and multiple parking lots available nearby. In terms of public transportation - MARTA Bus Route 5 operates between Lindberg station and Chastain Park. Bike racks are available at Tennis Center.
- What to Bring and Wear: Reusable water bottle, bug and sun protection; comfortable shoes and clothing for the weather.
- Terrain, Incline, and Length: Mostly paved trail with some steep incline, forest trail with natural floor. Moderate difficulty. The total distance of this tour is 1.5 miles.
- Registration required. This tour is free. Please consider adding a donation when you register.
- Safety and Inclement Weather Policy: Learn more about our safety protocols here.
- Questions: If you have any questions or comments regarding this event, please email education@treesatlanta.org.
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