Sandy Springs Conservancy

Imagine what’s possible with the Springway's Phase 2C

Phase 2C is part of Sandy Springs’ 31-mile Springway Trail network, a plan adopted with extensive citizen input. It also advances three of the four priorities emerging from the City’s current comprehensive planning process: walkability, access to the river, and tree canopy.

These images are renderings of what is in store if the Springway's 2C phase is built. View the map to see the location of the current Springway Trail and the proposed 2C segment.

The new trail would provide more options to walk, bike, and enjoy the outdoors and greater access to the river.

Phase 2C is an important link to connect a trail network that can benefit Sandy Springs residents.

The Sandy Springs Conservancy supports a YES vote by City Council at their meeting tonight - Tuesday, Oct. 6 - to move forward with the grant application for this important project.

Let’s keep the Springway moving forward!

John Paulson
Frank Roberts for Sandy Springs
Dr. Melody Kelley for Sandy Springs
Melissa Mular Sandy Springs City Council
Mary Ford for Sandy Springs
Chinsky For Sandy Springs
Sandy Springs, Georgia: City News
City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department
Visit Sandy Springs

To better understand how residents living closest to the existing Springway Trail (2A) use and perceive the trail, Sandy Springs Conservancy surveyed residents of Princeton Falls and Princeton Square, the two single-family neighborhoods nearest the existing Morgan Falls Segment 2A.

Residents particularly valued the trail's scenic and natural setting, separation from vehicle traffic, Orkin Lake boardwalk, and opportunities for walking and exercise.

The survey suggests that many Sandy Springs residents who reside closest to the proposed trail expansion are using the trail today, overwhelmingly support the expansion, and indicate that they would use an expanded trail. View the infographic for key survey findings.

Sandy Springs Conservancy supports a YES VOTE BY CITY COUNCIL TOMORROW, TUESDAY, OCT 6th, on submitting the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program grant application for Springway Phase 2C.

John Paulson
Frank Roberts for Sandy Springs
Dr. Melody Kelley for Sandy Springs
Melissa Mular Sandy Springs City Council
Mary Ford for Sandy Springs
Chinsky For Sandy Springs
Sandy Springs, Georgia: City News
City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department
Visit Sandy Springs

The Sandy Springs Conservancy supports a YES VOTE BY CITY COUNCIL THIS TUESDAY OCT 6th on submitting the Georgia Outdoor Stewardship Program grant application for Springway Phase 2C.

Phase 2C is part of Sandy Springs’ 31-mile Springway Trail network, a plan adopted with extensive citizen input. It also advances three of the four priorities emerging from the City’s current comprehensive planning process: walkability, access to the river and tree canopy.

It is also an investment in the North End area and in a trail system intended to serve residents throughout Sandy Springs, regardless of district. A completed loop would offer still more reason to come. However, it is important to point out that there are currently over 13,000 people residing in the adjacent census tracts, arguably within walking distance. That is significant impact for this investment.

The broader evidence is reassuring. Research generally finds that trails have a positive effect on nearby property values and do not increase crime. In fact, homeowners living near trails frequently report positive experiences and improvements in quality of life.
We have local evidence, too. The neighborhoods near the Orkin Lake loop report strong satisfaction with the trail. In a survey of the nearby Princeton Falls neighborhood, 77% had used the new trail, 83% reported a “Very Positive” experience, and 78% strongly supported extending the Morgan Falls trail system.

Phase 2C is not a stand-alone project. It is an important link in a larger network—one that will provide non-vehicular connections across Sandy Springs, greater access to the river, more opportunities for exercise and outdoor recreation, and improved access for people with disabilities.

Finally, the City has an opportunity to leverage state grant funding for a capital project residents have already asked for. That is a smart use of public resources.

Let City Council know that you support a YES vote to keep the Springway network moving forward.

Feedback on Proposed Springway Trail

The Sandy Springs Conservancy is gathering feedback from all Sandy Springs residents about the existing Springway Trail and potential future trail connections. Whether you currently use the trail or have never visited it, we would value your input. This survey should take about 3-5 minutes.

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A proposed 1.6-mile extension could significantly expand the Morgan Falls trail experience. Known as Springway Segment 2C, it is now 60% through design and would extend the existing Morgan Falls Loop from 1.8 miles to approximately 3.4 miles, with a future vision of a continuous 5.6-mile loop.

The proposed trail would follow a tributary of the Chattahoochee River through mature forest, past rock outcroppings and waterfalls, and connect Morgan Falls Overlook Park to Roswell Road.

Thanks to Rough Draft Atlanta for sharing details on the project, including that the Sandy Springs City Council will consider a new grant application on Oct. 6 to fund a 1.6-mile addition to the Morgan Falls Trail system: https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/09/15/morgan-falls-connector-expansion/?utm_campaign=daily_digest&utm_source=newsletter

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City of Sandy Springs Recreation and Parks Department

Thanks to the AJC for publishing a letter today by Sandy Springs Conservancy Executive Director John Maximuk.

Multiuse trails that connect communities across our region can unlock opportunities to enjoy and benefit from our unique geography. Read the letter via the link or the image: https://www.ajc.com/opinion/2026/09/readers-write-5/

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Livable Buckhead

Thanks to the AJC for publishing a letter today by Sandy Springs Conservancy Executive Director John Maximuk.

Multiuse trails that connect communities across our region can unlock opportunities to enjoy and benefit from our unique geography. Read the letter via the link or the image: https://www.ajc.com/opinion/2026/09/readers-write-5/

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Thanks to the AJC for publishing a letter today by Sandy Springs Conservancy Executive Director John Maximuk.

Multiuse trails that connect communities across our region can unlock opportunities to enjoy and benefit from our unique geography. Read the letter via the link or the image: https://www.ajc.com/opinion/2026/09/readers-write-5/

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution