Located in the northwestern corner of the Atlanta metropolitan area and just a few miles away from the shores of Lake Allatoona, the city of Cartersville, GA, is surrounded by a myriad of beautiful green areas and places where you can enjoy the outdoors and have a picnic with your friends. Here are three of the best parks within driving distance of downtown Cartersville.
1. Red Top Mountain State Park
Located on a peninsula on Lake Allatoona, Red Top Mountain State Park covers nearly 1,800 acres and is a popular escape among residents of Atlanta, Cartersville, and other cities in the area. Featuring plenty of recreational facilities, this state park is open to the public every day of the week between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.
Thanks to its convenient location just eight miles east of the Cartersville downtown area, Red Top Mountain State Park is the perfect place to spend a day away from the city. Driving here takes approximately 15 minutes via Joe Frank Harris Parkway, US Highway 41, and Red Top Mountain Road. Some of the activities visitors can enjoy here include picnicking, overnight camping, swimming, hiking, boating, water-skiing, and biking.
2. Dellinger Park
Open daily between 6:00 am and 10:00 pm, Dellinger Park is the perfect place to visit on a warm and sunny day. Located at 100 Pine Grove Road and just two miles south of downtown Cartersville, this public recreation area covers a little over 100 acres and is one of the most popular public recreation areas in the city.
Driving from the Cartersville city center to Dellinger Park takes just five minutes via Etowah Drive and Pine Grove Road, making it a fantastic spot to bring your family and have some fun without driving too far. Some of the amenities you can find in this park include a basketball court, a swimming pool, picnic tables, pavilions, playgrounds, tennis courts, and a running track.
3. Sam Smith Park
Located at 1155 Douthit Ferry Road and just three miles southwest of the Cartersville downtown area, Sam Smith Park features paved trails, sprawling open fields, and a large festival area that regularly hosts concerts, fairs, art exhibitions, and other cultural events. This place can be reached in approximately seven minutes by car via Etowah Drive and Pine Grove Road.
With its advanced safety technology features and its comfortable and spacious interior, the 2023 Ford Escape Active is a fantastic vehicle to visit the most beautiful recreation areas in the region and take your friends and family on unforgettable trips. Come visit us today at Pugmire Ford of Cartersville, check out this beautiful SUV, and learn all about the many models we’ve got available for you.
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