Where Exactly Is the Atlanta BeltLine?

The Atlanta BeltLine isn’t a single street or park—it’s a loop of trails, parks, and future transit that circles close to the urban core of Atlanta. When people ask, “Where is the BeltLine in Atlanta?” they’re usually trying to figure out:

• What part of the city it runs through
• Which neighborhoods it connects
• Where they can actually get on it

Here’s how to understand where the BeltLine is and how to find the part that’s most convenient for you.

The Big Picture: Where the BeltLine Runs in Atlanta

The BeltLine generally forms a rough loop around central Atlanta, just outside Downtown and Midtown, tying together many intown neighborhoods.

• To the east, it runs around Inman Park, Old Fourth Ward, Poncey-Highland, Virginia-Highland, and Reynoldstown.
• To the west, it connects areas like West End, Adair Park, Westview, Bankhead, and Washington Park.
• To the north, it skirts around parts of Midtown, Ansley Park, Piedmont Heights, and Lindbergh.
• To the south, it passes near or through Pittsburgh, Peoplestown, Chosewood Park, and Ormewood Park.

Much of the BeltLine follows former railroad corridors, so it tends to run behind neighborhoods and commercial areas rather than directly along major streets.

The 4 Major “Sides” of the BeltLine

Locals often talk about the BeltLine in terms of its four quadrants: Eastside, Westside, Southside, and Northside. Some segments are fully open as trails, while others are still under construction or planned.

Quick Overview of Main BeltLine Segments

Eastside Trail: The Most Well-Known Portion

If you’ve seen photos of people walking or biking past murals and crowded patios, you were probably seeing the Eastside Trail.

Where the Eastside Trail Is

The Eastside Trail runs roughly from Midtown down toward Reynoldstown, passing just east of Downtown. It sits between major corridors like Ponce de Leon Avenue, Moreland Avenue, and Boulevard.

Key areas along or right next to the trail:

• Ponce City Market – At the intersection of Ponce de Leon Ave NE and the BeltLine trail, just east of Midtown.
• Historic Fourth Ward Park & Skatepark – Just off the trail between North Avenue and Ponce de Leon.
• Inman Park – East of the trail, accessible via multiple cross streets like North Highland Ave NE.
• Krog Street Market – At the southern end of the busy Eastside stretch, near Irwin St NE.
• Reynoldstown – Further south as the trail continues toward Memorial Drive.

If you’re staying in Midtown, Old Fourth Ward, or Inman Park, the Eastside Trail is usually the closest and easiest section of the BeltLine to access.

Westside Trail: South and West of Downtown

The Westside Trail brings the BeltLine into historically residential and industrial neighborhoods southwest of Downtown.

Where the Westside Trail Is

This portion runs roughly from the West End area northward, crossing streets like:

• Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW
• Lee Street SW / Murphy Avenue SW
• White Street SW

Neighborhoods along or near the Westside Trail include:

• West End – One of the main gateways to the trail, especially near Lee + White (a redeveloped warehouse district).
• Adair Park – Just north of West End; the trail cuts through or beside it.
• Westview and Mozley Park (nearby) – Accessible via surface streets connecting to trailheads.

If you’re coming from Downtown or using MARTA’s West End Station, the Westside Trail is within a short walk or bike ride.

Southside Trail: Connecting East and West

The Southside Trail aims to link the Eastside and Westside corridors across the southern part of the city.

Where the Southside Trail Is

The Southside portion runs through or near:

• Pittsburgh and Capitol View – Just south of Downtown.
• Pittsburgh Yards – A major development and access point off University Ave SW.
• Chosewood Park – Toward the east, above the South Atlanta area.
• Ormewood Park and Glenwood Park (nearby) – Where the trail heads back toward the Eastside near Glenwood Ave SE and Bill Kennedy Way SE.

Some sections are fully paved and open; others are in progress. Locals often access it from University Ave, Hill Street, Sawtell Ave, or nearby neighborhood streets.

Northside & Northeast Segments: Between Midtown and Lindbergh

The north and northeast sections of the BeltLine are more fragmented but still important for getting around between Midtown, Ansley, and Lindbergh.

Where These Segments Are

They generally fall:

• Just east of I-75/85,
• North of Ponce de Leon Ave,
• Circling around Ansley Park, Morningside/Lenox Park, and Piedmont Heights.

Areas and landmarks near or connected to this part of the BeltLine include:

• Ansley Mall & Monroe Drive NE – Trails and interim paths run near here.
• Piedmont Park (nearby) – While not directly on the BeltLine loop, the park is close to existing and planned connections.
• Armour Yards / Lindbergh area – Along Piedmont Road NE and the Peachtree Creek corridors, where additional trails are being built.

This area is still evolving, but if you live north of Midtown near Monroe Dr, Piedmont Rd, or Cheshire Bridge Rd, you’re close to these emerging BeltLine connections.

How to Find a BeltLine Entrance Near You

Because the BeltLine is a linear trail, there are many informal and formal access points. To get oriented in Atlanta terms:

1. Use Major Cross Streets

Look for spots where the BeltLine crosses well-known roads:

• Eastside

  • Ponce de Leon Ave NE (Ponce City Market area)
  • North Ave NE
  • Freedom Pkwy NE (via nearby paths)
  • Irwin St NE / Lake Ave NE

• Westside

  • Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW
  • Lee St SW / Murphy Ave SW
  • Cascade Ave SW (via connecting streets)

• Southside

  • University Ave SW (Pittsburgh Yards)
  • Boulevard SE (connecting streets to Chosewood Park)
  • Glenwood Ave SE / Bill Kennedy Way SE

If you can get to one of these streets, you’re usually within a short walk of a BeltLine access ramp or path.

2. Look for Landmarks Locals Associate with the BeltLine

Some of the easiest “anchors” when you’re trying to find the BeltLine in Atlanta:

• Ponce City Market – Directly on the Eastside Trail
• Historic Fourth Ward Park & Skatepark – Just off the trail
• Krog Street Market – Short walk from the trail’s southern Eastside section
• Lee + White in West End – Right off the Westside Trail
• Pittsburgh Yards – Major access point on the Southside Trail

If you can navigate to any of these, the BeltLine is essentially right there.

Getting to the BeltLine by MARTA

You don’t have to drive to get to the BeltLine. Several MARTA rail stations and bus routes put you close to trail access points.

MARTA Rail Stations Near BeltLine Segments

• Inman Park/Reynoldstown Station (Blue/Green Line)

  • About a 10–15 minute walk to the Eastside Trail, using DeKalb Ave NE and neighborhood streets.

• King Memorial Station (Blue/Green Line)

  • Walk or bike via Memorial Dr SE and side streets to reach the southern part of the Eastside and future Southside connections.

• Midtown or North Avenue Stations (Red/Gold Line)

  • From Midtown, you can walk or bike east along 10th St NE or Ponce de Leon Ave NE to reach the Eastside Trail.

• West End Station (Red/Gold Line)

  • One of the easiest rail connections: the Westside Trail is a short walk west from the station through the West End neighborhood.

• Lindbergh Center Station (Red/Gold Line)

  • Near the northern/northeastern segments and connecting trails in the Lindbergh and Armour Yards area.

MARTA bus routes also run along streets like Ponce de Leon Ave, Ralph David Abernathy Blvd, and Memorial Dr, making it straightforward to reach nearby BeltLine access points.

If You Need an Official Source or Map

For the most accurate, up-to-date BeltLine locations, construction status, and trail maps, you can contact or visit:

Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. (Administrative Office)
100 Peachtree St NW, Suite 2300
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: 404-477-3003

Public information is also available through the City of Atlanta Department of City Planning, which works closely with the BeltLine on zoning, trails, and transit connections.

Quick Way to Think About Where the BeltLine Is

• It’s a loop of trails and planned transit that circles just outside Downtown and Midtown Atlanta.
• It runs through or beside many intown neighborhoods, especially on the east and southwest sides right now.
• The easiest way to “find” it is to head toward Ponce City Market, Old Fourth Ward, Inman Park, West End, or Pittsburgh Yards—all of these sit directly on or next to the BeltLine.

If you’re in Atlanta and you’re within a couple of miles of the core (Downtown/Midtown), you’re likely not far from some part of the BeltLine, and you can choose the nearest segment based on where you are: Eastside, Westside, Southside, or Northside.