Healthy Emory Walking

As one of the nation's most beautiful college campuses, Emory is a great place to walk. Whether you work for Emory University or Emory Healthcare, there are many places to explore.

Healthy Emory Walking Groups

Our Well-being Champion network facilitates walking groups twice a year during the Physical Activity campaigns (April 1 - May 31) and Social and Community campaign (September 1 - October 31). Join us for these events to get active, connect with colleagues, and boost your well-being.

(Group locations will be posted in March 2025)

Campus Walking Tour

All employees are invited to join a campus walking tour led by the Health and Well-being team. Take an hour for yourself, lace up your walking shoes, and enjoy exploring the campus! Pre-registration is required, and you can sign up for a tour any time.

Register for Healthy Emory Campus Tour

Walking Places

Whether you are participating in a walking meeting with a co-worker or just setting out on your own, Emory has several unique walking areas to enjoy:

Lullwater Preserve

Explore different walking routes within this 154-acre preserve with beautiful trees, green spaces and a lake. The preserve is also home to home to an English Tudor mansion where the university president lives.

View Lullwater Preserve trail map
walking group at Lullwater Preserve

The Tunnel

The tunnel between Emory University Hospital and the Emory Clinic is a great place to walk indoors if the weather is cold or rainy. The tunnel walls are decorated with Healthy Emory thematic murals which include wellness tips and information about outdoor activities throughout Georgia.

View Tunnel trail map
people walking in the tunnel

The Quad

Located in the heart of Emory's main campus, the Quad, a beautiful green space, provides a nice, easy walk location that is just within steps for many Emory University and Emory University Hospital employees.

View Quad trail map
Emory Quad

Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital

Walking areas are located at many Emory Healthcare facilities including Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.

View Saint Joseph's trail map
sign at Emory Saint Joseph's Walking Trail

Sustainability Maps

These interactive maps display parks, preserves, green spaces and nature trails at Emory, as well as fitness routes, bike rack locations, and Cliff shuttle and MARTA routes.

View Sustainability maps
bridge at Lullwater Park