Allen Creek Park

4.1 mi

Such a lovely walk! Feels really populated and safe but you also get to see some beautiful nature!…read moreAlways a great time!

A lovely place to go to if you reside in the Gainesville area. I lived here a couple years back and…read moreregret I didn't do more research into FREE amenities such as this! IT has incredible views alongside Lake Lanier, a pavilion, public bathrooms, bench swings on the lake, a clearing for the lake where many people like to go feed the ducks/geese.. SUCH a great vibe. Definitely worth a visit.

Taken from a swing while enjoying a cool breeze.

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Lanier Point Park

3.7

5.0 mi

It's a beautiful spot for photos. We were just there a few years ago and are planning an upcoming…read moreprofessional shoot soon. This photo is a silhouette of my husband and son.

There is a car show today-the boat ramp is blocked, the music is so loud the neighbors have called…read morethe police several times but the city won't stop it and it is anything but a tranquil setting by the lake. You can't even ride through the park.

Lanier Point Park Sunset Boat Ramp

Lanier Point Park Sunset Boat Ramp Mom & Son 2

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Lanier Point Park Sunset w/tree

Holly Park

(1 review)

5.8 mi

When searching for a good sunset view of Lake Lanier - we came up empty...or trespassing!?...until…read morewe found Holly Park! This is a FREE park in Gainesville for beautiful, lakeside sunset views! The park includes reservable pavilions, picnic tables and grills, sandy beach and fishing areas, and a small boat launch. Highly recommended for sunset views! Just be careful of the bumpy road with some major potholes here and there.

View post-sunset from one of two reservable pavilions

View of Lake Lanier just after sunset from sandy beach area

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Amenities, address, and contact per gainesville.org

Laurel Park

4.6

(8 reviews)

6.4 mi

Great place for celebrating summer! The park has 2 fenced dog parks multiple playgrounds one open…read moreto the sun and one that has canopy sun protection. In the back tree line there are some hammock swings with an amazing view of the lake. With its various shaded picnic tables and the few pavilions with grills available this park is perfect for one of many summer picnic and gatherings.

We had an amazing time here at Laurel park. We celebrated our distress 5 birthday here this passing…read moreSunday. The weather was amazing, we had plenty of space, and the view was beautiful. I highly recommend.

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Riverside Park

4.4 mi

Great park for little ones! The park equipment isn't a lot, but the exercise toys are a great…read moreaddition.

Well, there's no actual river near any side of the park, but I can say it's shady. Not as in…read moresuspicious, but as in trees, to be clear.

Playground

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Elachee Nature Science Center

4.1

(15 reviews)

2.6 mi

The nature center is a nice addition to see and learn a little about animals. My 6 and 11 y.o…read more Enjoyed it. We just walked through before our hike. Lots of trails to enjoy at various levels.

Beautiful place I can only imagine how it would look in the spring Can't wait A nice incline. Wear…read moregood hiking shoes. So glad I made the choice to wear my Hokas. Dirt Trail so be careful when walking a lot of tree roots. Make sure not to go alone. There are people around but still a little bit isolated. I also love that the trees were marked with the colors of the trail this made it easy to follow and not get lost. I'm hoping to go back to do the lake loop.

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Buford Dam

4.4

(12 reviews)

16.4 mi

10/10!!!! GORGEOUS morning hike. Nicely maintained trail. AMAZING views. Well worth the drive.read more

What would you pay to get up close and personal with a concrete and earthen structure, well five…read morebucks per vehicle may seem reasonable, this ticket also gets you toilet privileges, bbq grills, and a picnic pavilion and some other intangibles. Dams are structures built to primarily obstruct the flow of water usually built across a stream or river constructed by man or beavers, yes there are many type of dams and in some cases provide a life-sustaining resource to people although some seem to obstruct the life of some - it's been rumored that salmon hate dams as do those that work to promote to protect the swimming right of fish. I guess one would have to weigh the pros and cons to pick a side being millions of each species are affected since humans eat fish the fish usually lose. Dams are an extremely important part of this nation's infrastructure--equal in importance to bridges, roads, airports, and other major elements of the infrastructure. They can serve several functions at once, including water supply for domestic, agricultural, industrial, and community use; flood control; recreation; and clean, renewable energy through hydropower. It's nice to know this dam has a revenue stream beside my five buck so the return on the investment is shortened. I came here at the right time on the right day - the generating stations were operating so the lower river was filled and the water was racing to its next destination so probably not the best time to float on a tube or kayak. I was somewhat surprised or maybe amused to see signage on the bank of this river that's designates the shoreline as a life-preserver zone, thankfully the government is providing this knowledge or we might have some people from the gene-pool wondering in to this massive deadly volume of rapidly flowing water, it seems the wildlife in the area understands the danger without barriers or communications. I wish I could of gotten closer to the structure so I could see the water boil from beneath the discharge of the generators but I was happy to see they do have a walk bridge a little downstream of the dam that allows you to cross over and experience the power of the release up close without a life preserver and only requires a little common sense sometimes a "danger sign" isn't needed for the obvious threat. I'm a fan of dams and understand I'm screwed if the dam burst during my visit even though I am parked in a designated paved parking lot far below the water level on the other side of this massive structure even though there is no signage inform me of this fact...

This is the closest point to the damn

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Van Pugh Park

(14 reviews)

12.1 mi

We came out this way for day camping, which I didn't know was a thing. The South Park is for day…read moreuse and North is for camping. It was July 3rd and 4th, so busy weekend. We had an issue with my son getting in due to the park rangers and police closing entry. It was full and they turned my son around by accident. However, I don't think he let them know he had a reservation. That's the reason for my star bump but both the police officer and ranger were apologetic, so much appreciated. Day camping is a new thing for me. For $15/day, you can rent a site from 8AM to 8PM. They have running water and electricity. There are also two bathroom facilities with showers. The day use spots are good for two vehicles and have a picnic table and trash bag hanger. Easy access to the water in most spots. They have two grills to cook at the sites. It's very much worth the money. They don't allow alcohol, pets or really loud music. The beaches are nice and water is pretty clear. The coves make it easy for swimming. I do recommend!

What a great place for a day outing or a week long stay on the clear waters of Lake Lanier…read more Facilities are what you expect from a Georgia State Park ..... excellent! Proximity to some of the islands makes it a great place to kayak from without to much worry from boats and jet skis. Although our time spent here is during the week I imagine the lake can be somewhat hazardous on weekends with boats everywhere. Regardless it is a great spot to spend time in the warm waters and just relax. One of our favorite Georgia spots.

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Pan of the beach

Flowery Branch City Park

2.0

(2 reviews)

9.4 mi

I live next to the park. It's a hit or miss. I watch the…read morecity drive by daily but.... I still pick up glass and trash. Last summer i had to go out of my way and buy wasp spray it was that bad. Dont sit just anywhere in the grass. The ants here are vicious. Occasionally homeless sleep here or random cars parked here for days. Play town park in swanee is way better.

FLOWER BRANCH CITY PARK…read more This is an older park located just Southwest of town. It is located near the marina so you have a nice view of the water. There are picnic tables, a large pavilion and a nice play area for the kids. It is very tranquil and a perfect place to just take a walk, read a book or relax. There are numerous trees but it does appear old and a bit neglected so keep this in mind if you are planning events here.

Picnic area.

Play area for the kids.

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Nice view of the water.

Hall County Parks & Leisure

3.7

9.8 mi

This review is for the dog park. I live in Gainsville, while there is a dog park at Laurel Park, we…read morehave been there twice and both times we were the only ones there. I took the initiative and dis further research, and found that this is the next closest dog park. We were here at 6:10ish and there were around 3 or 4 dogs there at the time. As the night progressed, there were over 10 dogs at the park. The people are decently friendly and they are also accepting for the little dogs to join the big dogs, even though there are two sections. Let's be honest, what's the point of dog park if there is no dog to socialize with? No water source here so you have to bring your own. There are a few benches and chairs to sit on. The part that I don't like is it gets super buggy in the summer. Put on some serious bug spray and make sure you wear long pants. There is a bathroom in the hall office and a playground for kids at this park.

Mulberry Creek Park is primarily a community center housing two popular basketball courts, indoor…read morerunning/ walking track, dance/ art rooms and a small gym (with weight machines & cardio equipment) that can be accessed by paying a small fee. The outside amenities consist of a playground and two enclosed dog play areas (large and small dogs respectively). Access to outside areas is free and available for use from dawn to dusk. I primarily use the dog parks and I wish more people would allow their pooches to play here. The best time to find playmates for fido is on weekdays between 4:30-6:30 pm. I mostly see large dogs here. Access to the building is fee based and staffed by park employees during the following hours: M-Th 7am- 9pm Sat 10 am- 5 pm hours. CLOSED on Sunday Safe for the whole family.

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Fins Up Water Park

3.2

(23 reviews)

14.8 mi

My family and friends just got back from an amazing vacation. We had 5 boys with us ranging from 6…read moreyears old to 12 years old. Water park was amazing-all slides were open for us when we went. Some rides are single and a lot were double tube, which makes it a blast! The sand was pristine, soft and clean! My 6 year old was able to go on all rides except we didn't try the Intimidator & Triple Threat (thrill level 5) BUT the older boys loved it! The life guards were lively and fun-had red white and blue hats and girls had sparkles and festive. Each ride my little one went on, they all would cheer and give high 5's! We stayed on the beach part and rented a Palapa. The Palapa gave shade for the entire family (10). All food and snack places open!!! Pizza, ice cream, dip n dots, tiki bars-yes plural, restaurants. Also, restrooms directly behind the Palapas!!!! Mushroom watering were replaced with cool surfboard cool and rinse stations- If that wasnt enough you can hop right behind the rinse stations to Parakeet Springs, which we did a walk through to MANY time to mini water falls-buckets of water (like the mushrooms), sprinklers and plenty of places to cool of. Lastly they also give teacher, first responder/nurse and military discounts if you mention it when purchasing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME!!!!! THANK YOU best time ever!

10/10! We went several times this summer! This place is extremely safe for kids to go from slide to…read moreslide and I have always left my belongings on my chair and they've never been touched. It's a chill water park in comparison to White Water. The crowd is catered to more families versus wild teenagers running around. I highly recommend Finn's up for a nice day with your kids. Only complaint is their pizza could be better lol

Small swim to inflatable island

Cabin Xmas

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Don Carter State Park

4.5

(40 reviews)

9.0 mi

Beautiful place on the lake with a friendly staff. The picnic area is spacious. There are many…read moreplaces to get together.

Looking for the perfect spot to park your RV and immerse yourself in the great outdoors in Georgia?…read moreLook no further than Don Carter State Park nestled in the picturesque foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this Georgia gem offers everything a camping enthusiast could ask for - from breathtaking views to endless opportunities for recreation. Let me walk you through some of the perks of RV camping at Don Carter State Park. First off, let's talk about the location. Don Carter State Park is situated on the northern end of Lake Lanier, boasting approximately 13,316 acres of park and over 38,000 acres water and 60 miles of shoreline. That means you'll have plenty of room to stretch your legs and enjoy all types of water activities - fishing, boating, swimming, you name it! And with the Blue Ridge Mountains as your backdrop, every view from your RV window will be postcard-perfect. But it's not just the scenery that makes RV camping at Don Carter State Park special. The campground itself offers 44 RV sites, all with water and electric hookups and one with sewer connections 9that the one I booked site 23) all have a grey water drip, as well as picnic tables and fire rings. And for those who prefer a more rustic experience, there are also 12 tent sites available. Plus, the campground is pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure! Now, let's talk about the activities. Don Carter State Park has something for everyone, whether you're an adrenaline junkie or a laid-back nature lover. Hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails wind through the park, offering stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains. And for those who want to get out on the water, there are boat launches and rental options available. Oh, and did I mention there's a beach? That's right - you can soak up the sun and dip your toes in the water without ever having to leave the park. But what truly sets Don Carter State Park apart from other camping destinations is its rich history and local culture. The park is named after Don Carter, a local land developer who was instrumental in the creation of the Lake Lanier project. With its prime location, numerous recreational activities, and rich history, this hidden gem of Georgia is the perfect spot for an unforgettable RV camping experience. So grab your sense of adventure and get ready to make some memories! This park offers several choices for overnight getaways as well. Two-bedroom cabins are perched on wooded hillsides near the lake. One campground is designed specifically for RVs, while another primitive camping area is just for tents and hammocks. The campground and cottage loop is gated, providing access to overnight guests. The park is named in honor of real-estate executive Don Carter who served on the Georgia Department of Natural Resources board for 29 years and worked to establish Lake Lanier's first state park. Other ammenties include: Boat Ramps Docks Fish Cleaning Station Sand Beach Playground Outdoor Fitness Equipment Gift Shop Lots of Wildlife to see and enjoy We really enjoyed the week we spent here...

Clean well stocked bathrooms

Fall camping at Don Carter SP

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Very quiet place of the lake.

Garden Hills Pool

4.3

(10 reviews)

45.0 mi

My husband swam at Garden Hills Pool back in the 50's/ 60's, then our 2 daughters swam here and now…read moreour 4 grandchildren swim here! Love the trees, the well kept pool and the friendly people. The kids love the snack bar.

Diverse crowd, clean and safe! My son had a ball and made new friends ! The staff and guest were…read morenice

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Game Show Battle Rooms - Atlanta

We came here with ~ 12 friends Friday, 3/13. Gabe and Jayden (sp) were our game show host &…read moretechnical game show manager. They were great! Gabe kept the energy going, danced, and kept the games engaging. Jayden kept the score. They kept the energy up and Jayden had the right music playing for our group. My turns booked it but said there are various options to the games you could choose. We did the Family Feud style game, Fill in the Blank, corn hole and flip cups. My team was losing until flip cups lol. We came back and won the battle lol! My husband said he enjoyed it and would do it again & that he had more fun than he expected. That's a win in & of itself! lol Please bring cash or have Cash App to tip your host and game tech advisor person; I forgot the title lol. They make your game show battle experience fun! The restrooms were clean. They sell water, soft drinks, some beer, seltzers, and maybe wine and sports drinks. I don't think I saw any food for sell. It's all about the game show battles anyway! Go and have a great time!

I had a great time here with my gym for our member party. It was about 40 of us. I didn't organize…read morethe party so I'm not sure how that process went. This venue is in the perimeter area near target and the forum. There is street and garage parking available for free. There is a separate entrance from the forum. When we arrived we were offered beer and wine. Then the game hosts came and introduced themselves and provided instructions. They divided us into two teams and had us select our nicknames and team name. Then we headed into the game room. We played several different games like wheel of fortune, family feud, and price is right. We had so much fun. After the games we returned into the first room and had food. I definitely recommend for team and friend outings.

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Billy Beez

3.1

(68 reviews)

17.5 mi

Grandsons had a grand time, for 2 solid hours. The snack bar needs some attention, no staff…read moremanning the station.

Came here with my sister-in-law and two nephews and they were OBSESSED! This place is huge and has…read moreso many different slides, tunnels and activities for kids. We came during the week so we basically had the whole place to ourselves, which was good since my nephews wanted us to climb up the towers and go down the slides with them. Even as an adult, this place was super fun. I can't speak to how it is on a weekend when I'm sure it's much busier and louder, but the weekday trip was a huge win--though I was definitely sore the next day The prices are also really reasonable and allow for in and out privileges. They have security measures that make it so the adult that came with each child must be with them for them to exit, which is another great feature.

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Buford City Park

(1 review)

Fantastic park right next to Buford Middle School and in the heart of Buford City Schools. Batting…read morecages are open always, but the Baseball fields are usually locked off during non-game hours. The baseball fields here are high quality and well maintained. Plenty of room to practice baseball and a beautiful playground that is great for the children. Parking is plentiful during open hours. Definitely worth checking out!

Lawrenceville Lawn

4.9

(16 reviews)

The lawn area in Lawrenceville is included with the park/playground area. They are next to each…read moreother. A fabulous place to bring your kids. With a volleyball sand court to the playground with three different areas for the kids to play on. There is plenty of seating for parents to watch their kids and it has plenty of shaded trees. The parking lot is spacious and free to park in. There are restrooms on site and it is near plenty of good restaurants.

The Lawrenceville Lawn is absolutely phenomenal this time of year, but the arrival of the Atlanta…read moreChristkindl Market has truly transformed the Downtown Lawrenceville area into a magnificent, European-style holiday village. This year's market is undeniably bigger, better, and more expansive than ever before! The move to the spacious Lawrenceville Lawn has allowed the German American Cultural Foundation to enhance the entire experience, giving us the most authentic and festive Christkindl Market Atlanta has ever seen. What Makes the 2025 Market a Must-See? The expansion means more room for everything that makes this holiday tradition magical: Expanded Vendor Village: Stroll through dozens of traditional Bavarian-style wooden chalets offering handcrafted gifts, imported German ornaments, unique jewelry, and artisan goods (like the incredible Kenyan pieces from @shopKamawe!). The Glühwein and Gourmet Trail: The food and drink lineup is robust! You can't miss the authentic German flavors: Bratwurst, Schnitzel, Raclette, pretzels, chimney cakes, and, of course, the signature Glühwein (hot mulled wine) served in collectible souvenir mugs. A Festive View: Take a ride on the impressive 50-foot Ferris Wheel for a sparkling, panoramic view of the market and the surrounding holiday lights! Full Entertainment Schedule: Enjoy the sounds of the season with live performances from local choirs, German bands, and cultural groups right on the Lawrenceville Lawn stage. They even have special Santa Pictures and Pet Pics with Santa events! Plan Your Perfect Visit Before It's Gone! Don't wait! This incredible holiday experience is fleeting. Final Day: Christmas Eve, Wednesday, December 24th! Location: Lawrenceville Lawn, 210 Luckie St, Lawrenceville, GA 30046 Hours (Regular): Wednesdays & Thursdays: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM Fridays & Saturdays: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sundays: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM The atmosphere, the smells, the lights--it all comes together to create a true winter wonderland right in Gwinnett County. Come experience the magic! #ashsaidit

W.P. Jones Park

(5 reviews)

This is a smaller park compared to the others near the area (Shorty Howell and McDaniel Farms). But…read moreit's no slouch. It offers tennis courts, bathrooms, covered picnic tables, an old train car, playground, and some musical instruments. I thought the musical instruments were cool. They were all percussion instruments. I'm not too good with percussion instrument names, but they have a xylophone, chimes, and some drums. The xylophone has sheet music as well to play simple melodies like Twinkle Twinkle. The trail here is NOT paved. It's a nature trail. I didn't know until I brought my baby's stroller. Oh well, carrying my baby through the woods wasn't too bad. The trail is not long or strenuous. The nature trail has simple signs on where to go. It's pretty open. It's a little creepy since you're in the middle of the woods. It's surrounded by Business parks and neighborhoods. But I wouldn't want to be caught here alone in the middle of the night. I don't play tennis, but if you do and need a court, this is a great place. It offers two sets of two courts. And they look to be in great condition. I think it offers pretty good amenities for a small park. It's not as cool as the others, but if you're close by and need to tire your brats out at the playground, need a quick hike, or want to play some tennis, this place is great.

Fun little trail for a wooded hike. If you need a place to have a smallish get together ( 50 or so…read morepeople ) the lodge is cozy . Complete with fire place. Also a neat playground.

City Park Gym

(1 review)

Wonderful park right next to downtown Buford and Buford City Schools. Plenty of parking and wide…read moreopen field makes it great for training and playing outside. Park is dog friendly but please pick up after your furry friends. I see a lot of people throw birthday parties here and the gym is known for their basketball camps. 5 stars for Buford City Park Gym!

Club Drive Park

4.3

(7 reviews)

It's a cool park near me. Not like the most pleasant but it's a park. It's pretty clean every time…read moreI visit & there is a lake to walk by. Now the lake is stinky and it's only there to look at. They have a play area for kids, a basketball court and it's never too crowded. There are some rundown looking homes next door and the street the park in on is busy so be careful. People speed through this area like there isn't a park with kids playing. A great place to walk if you need some fresh air.

Love this park! It's safe and closed in the play area. I don't have worry about where my kids are…read more My kids enjoy it every time we come. Great place to enjoy a Sunday afternoon with your family! Only thing I wish was more shade in the playground area.

Pinckneyville Park

3.8

(38 reviews)

We love the dog park here! There's a small dog and large dog area. Both are a good size. Plenty of…read moresitting area for humans. There's usually other dogs here when we come in the afternoons. There's a small obstacle course area that's super cute. Lots of trees and bushes for your dog to sniff through. And most of the humans who come here are responsible and pick up after their dogs so you don't have to dodge land mines.

People leave dog waste at this park in the grass and on the pavement…read more There is a violator who is a tan man with a large tan and white dog who leaves large amounts of pet waste in this park on the grass and on the pathway. I have offered him a waste bag but he refused it. He walks his pet and he does not remove the solid waste from his dog. Pet owners are required to remove solid pet waste per the park code. It is not monitored and this park is turning into a disgusting park for Peachtree Corners citizens. Uncollected pet waste is not just a nuisance; it acts as a breeding ground for bacteria like E. Coli and parasites that can pollute local waterways. Solutions need to be put in place: like setting up security cameras to identify offenders or posting additional signs stating park codes require removal of solid pet waste with a number to report violators. This is a wonderful, nice park if it is kept clean and safe. Violators need to be warned and repeat offenders need to be fined or banned from using the park.

Bishop Park

4.3

(6 reviews)

Walking trails are paved and great for strollers. Path is relatively short and loops around, plus…read moreit's mostly shaded. Playground is right off of the path. Pool has a shallow end with splash pad area. Only giving four stars because there was a lot of trash on the playground despite there being plenty of trash cans nearby.

We love Bishop. It's one of our favorite places to play with the kids! It's a good place to meet up…read morewith others for outside play days and let the kids run. Plus there is beautiful views of the sky morning day and night.

Laurel Park

4.6

(8 reviews)

Great place for celebrating summer! The park has 2 fenced dog parks multiple playgrounds one open…read moreto the sun and one that has canopy sun protection. In the back tree line there are some hammock swings with an amazing view of the lake. With its various shaded picnic tables and the few pavilions with grills available this park is perfect for one of many summer picnic and gatherings.

We had an amazing time here at Laurel park. We celebrated our distress 5 birthday here this passing…read moreSunday. The weather was amazing, we had plenty of space, and the view was beautiful. I highly recommend.

Sharon Springs Park

I love this park. Very hugeeee. So many activities for kids. There are Tennis courts, Baseball and…read morewaking trails. Dog friendly Park. So many slides and there are benches around the play area for elders to sit while their kids are playing. Restrooms are very clean. So much of Parking space.

Love the walking trails at this park. Long enough and peaceful to get your steps in but not…read moreoverwhelming

Hall County Parks & Leisure

3.7