Big Creek Park — Attraction in Roswell

A Hidden Gem of Nature and Adventure

Today’s visit to Big Creek Park was nothing short of magical. The atmosphere was vibrant, filled with the sounds of nature, the laughter of visitors, and the quiet hum of cyclists gliding along the well-maintained trails. It was a day where both wildlife and people seemed to exist in perfect harmony, making the experience even more memorable.

One of the park’s standout features is the boardwalk, which adds a special charm to the landscape. Strolling along it, I couldn’t help but appreciate how it seamlessly blends into the natural surroundings, offering a peaceful way to take in the beauty of the park. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely walk or a quiet place to reflect, this part of the park is a true gem.

The trails were impressively neat, making them ideal for a smooth and enjoyable ride. Cyclists were out in full force, zipping through the trails with a sense of freedom that only nature can provide. If you’re looking for a great spot to bring family or friends for a scenic bike ride, this is definitely the place to be.

But what truly stood out today was an unexpected yet delightful encounter with a deer and a couple of ducks in a small pond. It was as if nature had staged a charming little performance just for those lucky enough to witness it. The deer moved gracefully, unbothered by the presence of onlookers, while the ducks playfully waded through the water. Moments like these remind us of how effortlessly wildlife and humans can share the same space, each appreciating the other in quiet admiration.

Big Creek Park is not just a destination—it’s an experience. Whether you come for the adventure of cycling, the serenity of the boardwalk, or the joy of unexpected wildlife encounters, it’s a place that leaves you with a deep appreciation for the outdoors. I thoroughly enjoyed my visit, and if you’re someone who loves nature, you’ll find something special waiting for...

This park is super cool the trail is extremely huge everyday if you are using your mountain bike you can select a different route especially to change a routine of the same also this place have a extreme route with big obstáculos only for professionals no recommend it for inexperience people because they can got into an accident, the park also connect to the long concrete trail I love this place because you can go with your friend got next to the nature all the time that I go I always see deers around my trail is one of the benefits of this place not body hunt them around they don’t bother you, you don’t bother them just admire the. And keep doing your trail on Saturday’s this trail is around 2 hours you can detour to easy trail or advanced trail up to you but is recomended go with some one cause at the beginning you can get lost. After done with the trail you can go and have some breakfasts to the Venezuelan restaurant Venezuelan cocine recommend as well and on that plaza there is a bicycle shop as well so you can do your maintenance but parts accessories cloth or even a new Santa Cruz bike they have different brands colors and styles the service there is also...

Great place for free ride MTB! Lot's of fun downhill trails as well as cross country trails. There's also a pump track. No lift or anything so be prepared to pedal for the free ride area or bring an E-bike as some do. Also some short jump lines that don't require much pedaling. Free to park and ride, walk, or just enjoy the area however you like! Clean bathrooms and a greenway that connects the trails to many other places in the area and is also a great place to run, bike, or walk on. Dog friendly as far as I can tell. There are 2 main parking lots for mountain biking: the first one as you come in with a port-a-potty is for the XC trails and the one past the initial lot is for the greenway, pump track, and freeride area (although the xc trails connect to the pump track, greenway, and freeride area. If you are only riding the freeride area, you can park at the local elementary school to access the top without having to pedal from the parking lot and up the freeride area. HOWEVER!! The elementary school frowns upon this so do this at your own risk. Overall, great...