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Murphey Candler Park

Georgia  >  United States

The largest park in the city of Brookhaven. More than 180 species of birds have been recorded at Murphey Candler Park.

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Most recent update 19 tammikuu 2025
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Description

Murphey Candler Park is a 135-acre multi-use park with tennis courts, a swimming pool, a playground, picnic areas, a lake, and trails. The lake and the park attract many birds. More than 180 species of birds have been recorded at Murphey Candler Park, ranging from common species, like Northern Cardinal and Carolina Wren, to waterfowl (especially in winter) and wading birds, like Northern Shoveler and Solitary Sandpiper. A 2 mile loop circles Murphey Candler Lake.

Details

Access

Murphey Candler Park is located at 1551 West Nancy Creek Drive in northern DeKalb County, and is the largest park in the city of Brookhaven. Press P in the map for directions to the parking lot.

Terrain and Habitat

Forest , Lake

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

No

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring , Winter

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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