Man O' War

The Man O' War Railroad Recreation Trail carries both the name of the famous racehorse and that of the diesel passenger train that once traveled through Pine Mountain between Columbus and Atlanta.

The ten-foot-wide, paved trail conveniently begins in beautiful downtown Pine Mountain, where trail users can find parking, bike parking and refreshments. The trail then travels along the converted railroad right-of-way sandwiched between US 27/Main Street and Commerce Avenue. Heading south through town, the trail peels away from the road at about the mile mark and starts to become more shrouded with trees. The trail extends south past Callaway Garden and FDR State Park before coming to an end south of Hamilton at Mulberry Creek. The last eight miles of the trail from Mulberry Creek to the Columbus/Muscogee County line is scheduled to be completed during 2026/2027 and funded by TSPLOST funds when they become available.

Its one-way distance of 13.5 miles and 500+ foot of elevation change makes this trail a favorite with the avid athlete looking to train and the casual cyclist alike. With its wide smooth surface, scenic views, and convenient routes through downtown Pine Mountain and Hamiliton, the Man O' War Railroad Recreation Trail is also quite popular with both visitors and locals looking to explore the area, enjoy a walk with friends, spend some time in nature, or go for a run. For those living near the trail, it provides more options for commuting, going to school, and running errands.

Access Info

There's plenty of street parking at the north end of the trail in downtown Pine Mountain (Commerce Avenue). In Hamilton you can park at the school when it's not in session or in the town center. You can also park near the middle of the trail in the parking lot across from the Country Store on 27.