The Chattahoochee River, located partially in Cobb, was recently designated as the country’s first National Water Trail. The National Water Trails System is a new network that will increase access to water-based outdoor recreation, encourage community stewardship of local waterways and promote tourism to fuel our local economy.

The Chattahoochee River Trail travels through 48 miles of river within the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and the park serves more than 3.2 million visitors per year. In addition to providing more than 65 percent of the public greenspace in the metro Altanta, the river also provides most of the area’s drinking water.

“The Chattahoochee River Water Trail provides clean water, greenspace and river access for millions of Americans every year,” Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar said. “As our nation opens a new chapter on rivers, one where we value our waterways for their recreational, economic and ecological importance, it is fitting that the Chattahoochee River Water Trail leads the way.”

To learn more about the National Trails System, visit http://www.nps.gov/nts.

There are numerous free and paid parking options throughout the Marietta Square area. The Square features both paid and free parking lots, as well as free parking spaces and paid parking decks.  Two of the parking decks are owned by Cobb County, and one is owned by the City of Marietta.  The maps below will help you find the right place to park for any location or event.

​Free 15-Minute Parking:
In an effort to promote the many small businesses that are open for carryout, six 15-minute parking spots are available around the Square for curbside pickup.

Cobb County parking decks:
Marietta Square is home to the Cobb County Waddell Street parking deck and the Cobb County Lawrence Street parking deck.  The Waddell Street parking deck, attached to the 100 Cherokee St. Cobb County Government building, is open to employees only from 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday.  The Waddell Street parking deck is open to the public after 5pm on weekdays and all day on Saturday and Sunday.  The Lawrence Street parking deck is open to the public 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The Cobb County Waddell Street parking deck (top left) and the Cobb County Lawrence Street parking deck (bottom right).

Lawrence Street Parking Deck
1 Haynes St
Marietta, GA 30060
Directions

Waddell Street Parking Deck
120 Cherokee St NE
Marietta, GA 30060
Directions

Cobb County parking deck rates:

• First 30 minutes = Free
• 30-60 minutes = $2
• 1-2 hours = $4
• 2-4 hours = $6
• 4-6 hours = $7
• 6 or more hours or lost ticket = $8

When entering the parking decks, you will need to pull a ticket upon entering the structure, then pay through kiosks at the exit.

Marietta Square/Glover Park
Free two hour parking is available in the numerous parking spaces surrounding Glover Park in the center of Marietta Square.  The two hour time limit is enforced from 8am to 6pm daily.  In addition, six free 15-minute spots are available for customers picking up orders.
Additional parking is also available down many of the side streets surrounding Glover Park.

Marietta City Hall Parking Deck
Public parking is available in the upper levels of the Marietta City Hall parking deck.  The deck is located between City Hall and the U.S. Post Office at 211 Lawrence Street.

Parking is free at the Marietta City Hall parking deck for those with city business Monday through Friday.  Parking validation is required upon exit, and those without validation must pay $20.  Parking is free (no validation required) weekdays from 5pm to 7:30am and free on Saturdays and Sundays.

Anderson Street/Waddell Street Lots
Private parking lots (about $5) are located near the intersection of Anderson Street and Waddell Street.

Be sure to only park in the paid lots and pay for your space. Do not park in the adjacent lot with the sign reading “Parking for 25 & 27 Atlanta St. ONLY!” as you may be booted or towed if you park there (known as the Tillman lot – marked in red above).

Marietta Welcome Center
Free two hour parking is available in the parking lot across the railroad tracks from the Marietta Welcome Center.

Root House Parking
Free parking next to the Marietta Root House Museum. There is also a paid parking lot near the intersection of North Marietta Parkway and Mill Street.

Marietta Square Market Parking

Marietta Square Market offers both free and paid parking.  Free two hour parking is available in the parking lot in front of the market, and valet parking is offered during peak hours in the lot to the left of the market and behind Root House.

Handicapped Parking on the Square

Interactive Map

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory, in effect until 8pm on Sunday, July 1, 2012.  The Heat index will near 105 degrees this afternoon and increase to 105-110 degrees on Saturday and Sunday.

Consecutive days of excessive heat can have a cumulative effect on the body and can trigger heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion or even heat stroke. Never leave children or pets unattended in a car, even with the windows rolled down. Be sure to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room and stay out of direct sunshine.

Remember, the elderly, very young, and people with heart conditions are most at risk in extreme heat. Friends, relatives, and neighbors should check on people who may be at risk.

Hope you all find a way to stay cool this weekend.