Atlanta Running – Places to Refill and Expel
For any runner, especially on a long run, it often becomes necessary to do one or both of two things:
- Refill your water bottle
- Expel, i.e. deal with a “potty emergency”
Since I run in Atlanta, and have had to do one or both in various establishments around Atlanta, this page lists places where I have successfully done one or both of these.
Most of these establishments are hotels, restaurants, or grocery stores. If you live in Atlanta or have a chance to visit, I hope you can give at least one of these establishments your business: they know what it means to be a good neighbor, and they should be rewarded for their generosity.
Please note: I have not been paid for mentioning any of these establishments! I have personally refilled my water bottle or used the bathroom at all of these.
Downtown
| Establishment | Address | Comments |
| Holiday Inn | Andrew Young International Blvd. and Centennial Olympic Park Dr. | Bathroom and water fountain downstairs from lobby |
| Centennial Olympic Park | Bounded by Centenial Olympic Park Dr., Marietta St., Park Avenue West, Baker St. | Water fountains in park (inoperable in Winter), water fountain and bathroom in cafe (open beginning at 10:00am) |
Westside
| Establishment | Address | Comments |
| Waffle House | Howell Mill Rd. and Defoor Ave. | Bathroom only. I use their bathroom regularly, and they never complain (and often greet me with a smile). |
Buckhead
| Establishment | Address | Comments |
| Panera Bread | Peachtree Rd. | Water and bathroom available. |
| Publix | The Peach shopping center, Peachtree Road | Water and bathroom available in front of store. |
| Whole Foods Market | Paces Ferry Road | Water and bathroom available |
Midtown
| Establishment | Address | Comments |
| Einstein Bros. Bagels | 14th Street and West Peachtree Street | Water and bathroom available. |
| Piedmont Park | Bounded by Piedmont Road, 10th St., Monroe Dr. | Water fountains (inoperable in Winter), bathroom open during park hours (not early morning) |
Decatur
| Establishment | Address | Comments |
| Atlanta Bread Company | Church Street and Ponce de Leon | Water and Bathroom available. |
Virginia-Highland/Poncey-Highland
| Establishment | Address | Comments |
| Publix | Ponce de Leon Ave. just west of N. Highland | Water fountain available in front of store, bathroom in back. |
A GMAP of intown outdoor waterfountains, made by a friend of mine. 47 so far:
http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&msa=0&msid=111833801488229776544.000001131ea266e133278&z=12
(be sure to post the whole addy)
Doc26.2, thanks for the link. This is great!