How Much Do You Know About Cobb County’s Portion of the Silver Comet Trail?

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The Silver Comet Trail is not only a wonderful amenity for Cobb County residents, but is also a driver of economic development and a major tourist attraction.

But how much do you know about it?  Take this quiz and find out.

The Cobb County Courier Quiz is a regular feature designed to help readers learn more about Cobb County — its history, local government, businesses, and the issues shaping daily life here.

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This quiz is meant to be fun and educational. Looking up answers online or in other sources is encouraged, not discouraged. If you already know the answers, great. If you don’t, that’s the point — the quiz is designed to spark curiosity and help readers better understand the county where they live. Links to source material and background information are provided below each quiz so readers can learn more.

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Have fun!

1.

How long is Cobb County’s section of the Silver Comet Trail?

2.

The Silver Comet Trail follows a former railroad route once used by what passenger train?

3.

At the Georgia-Alabama state line, the Silver Comet Trail connects with which Alabama trail?

4.

Which of these is a Silver Comet Trail trailhead listed by Cobb County?

5.

Which Cobb County park connected to the Silver Comet Trail contains the ruins of the historic Concord Woolen Mill?


 

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