Carrollton Greenbelt--Hobbs Farm

Tips for Birding

At all times you should be aware of the activity around you but if you choose to leave the Greenbelt for the disc golf course please watch for flying discs - they will hurt!  You cannot always be seen from the place that the disc is thrown from!

Be considerate of the players because you will be moving at a very different pace and stopping in "odd" spots.  Don't be surprised if they are louder than you prefer.

Birds of Interest

The varied habitats means you can see many different types of birds.  There are swampy, marshy areas and open water; there are grassy fields, mature trees, plenty of shrubby sections.

Watch for water birds, red-headed woodpeckers, hawks, and many flitty little guys!

About this Location

This is a mixed use area that is extremely popular but still manages to have good birding opportunities.  There are restrooms, exercise equipment, picnic tables, a hammock area, and a disc golf course in addition to the Carrollton Greenbelt.

About Carrollton Greenbelt

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With more than 18 miles of concrete path, the GreenBelt claims the title of the longest, paved loop trail in Georgia.

The shared-use path was designed for pedestrians, bikers, and other non-motorized users and to connect neighborhoods with the Carrollton City School campus, the University of West Georgia, city parks, and several commercial and shopping areas.

GreenBelt serves the community in several capacities. Primarily, it serves as a recreational opportunity. Given the planned, strategic location of the trail, the community can also utilize the trail as an alternative to vehicular travel.

The Carrollton GreenBelt is a linear city park. The trail connects several active and passive recreational areas that include ball fields, gyms, a pool, and new mountain bike trails.

Notable Trails

The Carrollton Greenbelt forms a loop in this area which is wheelchair accessible as is the Gazebo.  There are many walkers, runners, and bicyclists that use this area so make sure to stay to the right and step off the trail when you stop to look at birds.

Features

  • Restrooms on site

  • Wheelchair accessible trail

  • Entrance fee

  • Roadside viewing

Content from Cathy Lawrence