PATH400 has quietly become one of the best things about living in Buckhead. The three-mile multi-use greenway threads from the Buckhead MARTA station up through Lenox and on toward the Loridans Drive trailhead, and as of spring 2026 the northern extension toward the Sandy Springs city line is finally moving dirt.
If you live in Buckhead, work in Buckhead, or are trying to figure out whether Buckhead is your kind of neighborhood, PATH400 is the spine that ties the whole experience together. This is the locals' guide: where to get on, where to stop, where to eat, where to bring your dog, and which condo and townhome buildings step right onto the trail.
What is PATH400 and why does it matter in 2026?
PATH400 is a paved multi-use greenway built and maintained by the PATH Foundation in partnership with Livable Buckhead. It runs parallel to GA-400 between the Buckhead MARTA station and the Loridans Drive trailhead, with active 2026 construction extending it north toward the Sandy Springs city limit.
When complete, PATH400 will connect to the Sandy Springs trail network and tie into the broader Atlanta BeltLine system through planned connector routes. Buckhead has spent decades being thought of as a drive-everywhere neighborhood. PATH400 changed that. You can now walk or bike from a high-rise off Peachtree to dinner in Lenox, to the MARTA platform, or to a Saturday farmers market without ever touching a car.
Where are the best PATH400 access points?
There are six access points locals actually use. Each one has its own personality.
- Miami Circle trailhead. The southern anchor. Free street parking, easy step-on from the design district shops.
- Old Ivy Park access. Tucked behind Old Ivy Road. Tree-canopied, quieter, popular with morning joggers.
- Wieuca Road connector. Mid-trail. Closest to Phipps Plaza and the back entrance of Lenox Square.
- Lenox Road overpass. The busiest access, where most lunch-break walkers and dog owners step on.
- Loudermilk Park entry. A pocket park with shade, benches, and a water fountain. Locals use it as a turnaround.
- Loridans Drive trailhead. The current northern end. As of May 2026, where the new extension construction begins.
What are the best stops along PATH400?
The trail is short enough to walk end to end in under an hour, which means every stop counts. Here are the ones locals build their walk around.
- Buckhead Coffee Roasters at Tower Place. Step off at Lenox Road overpass; two minutes to a flat white and a sunny window seat.
- Bistro Niko back patio. Approach from Old Ivy Park. One of the most underrated lunch patios in Buckhead.
- Fado Irish Pub. Off Wieuca. Cold pint, dog-friendly patio, no judgment if you are sweaty.
- Lenox Square food hall. Cut through the back service entrance from Wieuca; faster than driving.
- Loudermilk Park. Bring a coffee, find a bench under the oaks. Feels like a secret park next to a major highway.
- The Marlow House lawn. Historic 1909 home near the southern end with public open lawn space. Great picnic stop.
Is PATH400 dog-friendly?
Yes. PATH400 is one of the most dog-friendly trails in Atlanta. The full paved surface is leash-required, water fountain stations with dog bowls sit at Loudermilk Park, the Wieuca connector, and Miami Circle, and most stops above welcome leashed dogs on their patios.
- Mornings before 9 a.m. and evenings after 6 p.m. are the busiest dog hours.
- Bring your own waste bags. The trail has stations but they run out on weekends.
- Avoid the Wieuca connector Saturday afternoons in spring; it gets crowded fast.
What is the PATH400 extension and when will it open?
The PATH400 northern extension is under active construction in 2026. It will add roughly two miles from the current Loridans Drive endpoint up to the Sandy Springs city line, with a long-term plan to tie into the Sandy Springs Path network.
The PATH Foundation's published 2026 timeline targets phased openings through 2027, with the first new segment north of Loridans expected later this year. For home shoppers, properties within a five-minute walk of an existing or planned PATH400 access point carry a tangible lifestyle premium that did not exist five years ago.
Which Buckhead buildings have direct PATH400 access?
A handful of condo and townhome buildings step directly onto the trail or sit within a one-block walk.
- The Charles. Luxury high-rise off Peachtree with a short connector walk to the Lenox access.
- The Aramore. Newer mid-rise off Peachtree with quick PATH400 access via the Wieuca connector.
- 2500 Peachtree. Walk off the elevator and onto the trail from the southern end.
- The Borghese. Steps from the Old Ivy access.
- Kingsboro townhomes. Quiet enclave with a direct path to the Loridans trailhead.
What is the best PATH400 loop for first-time visitors?
Start at the Miami Circle trailhead. Walk north for a flat warm-up. Stop at Loudermilk Park for water. Continue to the Wieuca connector and cut into Lenox Square for a snack at the food hall. Walk back south to Old Ivy Park and finish with lunch on the Bistro Niko patio.
- Total distance: about four miles.
- Total time: a relaxed two hours.
- Best time to go: Saturday morning before 11 a.m.
FAQ
Is PATH400 free to use? Yes. PATH400 is a public greenway with no entry fee, open dawn to dusk.
Can you bike on PATH400? Yes. PATH400 is a multi-use trail. Cyclists, runners, walkers, strollers, and leashed dogs all share the paved surface at a courteous pace.
Is PATH400 lit at night? The trail is open dawn to dusk and is not continuously lit. Most locals use it during daylight hours.
Does PATH400 connect to the BeltLine? Not directly today. Long-term planning includes connector routes, but as of 2026 PATH400 and the Atlanta BeltLine are separate trail systems.
Where can I park to access PATH400? Free street parking near Miami Circle and Old Ivy. Loudermilk Park has limited parking. Most Buckhead residents walk or bike to the trail.
Find Your PATH400 Home
Ready to find a Buckhead home that puts PATH400 in your daily routine? Contact The Agency Atlanta to start a tailored home search built around the trail access points and stops that matter to you.
