The historic city of Acworth is located near the North Georgia Mountain and like most of the land…read morein the area it was once occupied by the Cherokee Indian before they were forced off the land. Acoording for Wikipedia the town got its name from Western & Atlantic Railroad engineer Joseph L. Gregg, who named it for his hometown Acworth, New Hampshire, which was named for the former Royal Navy Surveyor Sir Jacob Acworth....the town was actually burnt down by Sherman during the civil war in 1864. There are some great restaunts around the historic area and they include 1. BRIX on Main-wine and beer bar (4 stars with 20 reviews) 4843 N Main St 2. Gabriel at the Old Mill dessert-American (4 stars with 75 reviews) 4271 Southside Dr 3. The Dogwood Terrace-breakfast and brunch (4 stars with 40 reviews) 4975 N Main St 4. Fusco's Via Roma-Italian (4 stars with 98 reviews) 4815 S Main St 5. Nibbles Grill- breakfast and brunch (4.5 stars with 30 reviews) 4618 S Main St Hope you'll drop by and visit the area... 909th review 12/9/2017

THE WILD WILD WEST!…read more Since we were in the area, we decided to check out the Historic Downtown District of Acworth. Upon arrival, I realize that we are just in time for the classic cruise event which takes place approximately five times per year. The proceeds, (from participant registration), are used to support a local charity. These events are perfect for the classic car and truck enthusiast because there was an exceptional turnout of presenters and such a variety of vehicles. Historic Downtown Acworth was the perfect venue for hosting the cruise due to the cool nostalgic vibe from the train that runs along Main Street and the varied shops and restaurants housed in original restored buildings. It was really like taking a step back in time. The weather was great and everyone seemed to be having a great time. The downtown events are a great opportunity to bring residents together and welcome new visitors to the city. The city will be hosting A Taste of Acworth on Oct 17th from 10am until 6pm, so mark your calendars as this is sure to be a very popular event!

If you're a Civil War history lover you absolutely can't miss this amazing battlefield remnant…read moretucked away in a quiet Georgia corner less than an hour from the Kennesaw Battlefield National Park. If you're vising the Etowah Indian Mounds, the battlefield is 15 minutes away so you should definitely lump the two sites together. This historic site is a stop on Georgia's Civil War History Trail but you can definitely tell it's a bit uncared for by the state - which is a shame. I'll be honest-I'd never heard of this particular battle until visiting the site, but the gravity of what happened on these grounds hits you like a ton of bricks as you read the historical markers and signs throughout the site. Lasting only 5 hours, this battle had one of the highest casualty rates of the Civil War - surpassing even that of Gettysburg. Today, the earthworks and trenches are well preserved, and interpretive signs tell the battle's bloody story. You can climb up a set of stairs and follow a short trail to reach the top of the Star Fort and gaze upon the massive forts that separated Union and Confederate soldiers. There is no admission to enter the park and it's grounds are open from dawn until dusk. *As an interesting side note - as you look at images of what the battlefield looked like during the Civil War you'll notice an image of an old two-story farm house to the left of the site. After looking at the historic sign and gazing around at its modern day match I quickly realized the house is still standing! My mom, sister, and myself happened to notice someone in the yard and took the chance to go over and inquire if in fact it was the SAME house. Lo and behold it was the current home owner and it's one and the same. The Union soldiers used the home as their headquarters during their time occupying the area. After the battle, the home served as a hospital for both Union and Confederate soldiers alike and it was for this reason the home was not burned when Union soldiers vacated the area. Talking to her provided so much supplemental info on the battle that truly enhanced our visit. Don't miss this site during your visits to the area!

This is a memorial field for the different armies that fought in the confederate war. It is at the…read moreedge of Lake Allatoona with several small trails through the woods that take you down to a creek, but not much of a hiking spot at all. It is a pretty spot, though, for sitting and watching the boats come in and out of the dock.

Back in the 1800's Roswell's settlers came here thanks to the smooth flow of the Vickery Creek…read morewhich was used to power what became the South's largest Cotton Mill until the Civil War. The mill produced all sorts of textiles and yarns. The bridge is a much more modern addition, built by the Vickery Creek Unit of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, to join Old Mill Park to six miles of hiking trails. The bridge is pedestrian only and on the far side are staircases that go both down to the creek side and up to the hiking trails. While the mill side of the bridge is handicapped access (though the slope may be a challenge for wheelchair users to climb) and the bridge is smooth, the far side is absolutely not paved or even. The spillway of the dam isn't too far away. There is lots of parking at the trailhead and several restaurants and such in the vicinity. [Review 1083 of 2024 - 750 in Georgia - 22110 overall]

DONT GO !!!! This used to be a really relaxing place to go, meditate, relax, and even get in the…read morewater with family. Recently the government of city officials closed down all water access and boarded up the waterfall with a gate preventing anyone from coming in and there's also police station all around the park. If you ask me, someone has died over there or the water is contaminated with a disease and they are trying to prevent everyone from entering, and I have been coming here for one year constantly and it has never got this bad. If you are looking for a place to relax and not be bothered or you want to just simply be by water do not go here. It's a lot of more natural places around Atlanta also.

Marietta Confederate Cemetery…read more This cemetery was absolutely beautiful and taken care of. So many stories and monuments. We were very impressed! Marietta hosts both a national cemetery and a Confederate cemetery. The national cemetery contains around 10,000 Union soldiers, only 7,045 of whom are known, who died during the Atlanta campaign. The Confederate cemetery, established in 1863, is the largest of its kind in the state. It holds 3,000 soldiers who died in local hospitals, in combat during the Battle of Chickamauga or the Atlanta campaign, or in an 1863 train wreck that occurred north of Marietta. The separate cemeteries in Marietta were created because local civilians objected to enemies lying together in death. A prominent Marietta businessman, Henry Green Cole, sought a combined Confederate and Union cemetery, and donated land toward the project. When local officials objected, Cole gave the land to the federal government to be used for the burial of Union casualties only, and it was designated as such in 1866.

I wanted to show my kids a glimpse of what happened during the civil war. They only learn it from…read moreschool but to be able to show them gives them a better understanding. Make sure to read what's on the monuments and the book scripts on the benches. It also honors the many women who helped the injured soldiers. I recommend this place to visit. The place is well kept. There's also a trail nearby if you want to get some steps in.

Bob the Turkey got a Santa's hat I saw it the other day when…read moreI stopped in for a little chitchat. I said "hey Bobby that's a good looking hat?" He asked me if it made him look fat. "no of course not" I lie didn't want to hurt his turkey pride. "you look way better than the Big Chicken" I said upon hearing this he went all big head. "Maybe they'll let you keep it" Bob the turkey nodded with some wit. "next year give you a Santa's outfit!"

This statue is so cute! It's such a fun, quirky, small town attraction…read more Over the Christmas season someone put a Santa hat on it. It was really cute & festive. It's also a Pokemon Gym, for anyone who still plays.

I love these things. It's basically a rock with a plaque off of Sand Plains Road in front of the…read moreWells Fargo Bank. The plaque reads: Sprayberry Rock This rock bears circular and other patterned markings that were rubbed into its surface by prehistoric Indians some 4,000 years ago. The material of the rock is known as "soapstone" and was used by early North American inhabitants to make bowls, the beginning of one of these bowls can be seen on the side of the stone. Sprayberry Rock was originally located some 100 feet to the south west. It was discovered during construction of this First Atlanta office, and its markings and historical dating were verified in February 1984 by Mr. Lawrence W. Meier archaeologist for Cobb County. In recognition of its historical significance, First Atlanta moved the Sprayberry Rock to its present location in August 1984 to preserve it. (Note: First Atlanta refers to First Atlanta Bank which was bought out by Wachovia in 1986 which merged with Wells Fargo in 2008.)

Very important to early American history, and linked to a culture that did this in other states and…read moreup into Canada. There are other stones like this one with cup and ring marks in Georgia, and Tennessee. This is an important piece of prehistory, perhaps more than people realize. I hope that it remains intact and undamaged. There is a lot of vandalism these days at prehistoric sites.

Yup, you read that right! You are looking at the very first outdoor wall advertisement for…read moreCoca-Cola!!! The plaque says it was placed on this wall in 1894 and restored in 1989... although I suspect it has been refreshed many times since then because it looks amazingly new! According to the Carterville-Bartow County visitors Bureau, it was authenticated by the Coca-Cola Company itself as the first sign of its kind to advertise for the company. That makes this sign 127 years old. How cool is that! Oh, and if you didn't know, Dr. John Pemberton (a local Atlanta Pharmacist) sold the first glass of Coca-Cola at Jacobs' Pharmacy in downtown Atlanta on May 8, 1886. It is said Pemberton's recipe contained cocaine in the form of an extract of the coca leaf, thus the "Coca" and the "Cola" comes from the kola nut. It is also said that back in those days, cocaine was legal and a common ingredient in medicines. Makes you wonder how many old school medicines may have inspired inventions... LOL 2021 / 5

This is a great well maintained trail. It is paved. Several different parking areas, we like to…read morego to the one on the south end off Cobb Pkwy as it huge and never full, this entrance also has bathrooms and can be used for access to CNRA West Pallisades. Nice views of Rottenwood creek along the Bob Callan Trail. You get to walk under 285 on the pathway, be sure to look for artwork near this area. Lots of bridges crossing the creek along the way. Clean and not too crowded. Folks of all ages on the trail. We go here about once a month and walk 5-6 miles including extra trails. Occasionally will take side trail into West Pallisades. Conveniently located and definitely worth a stop if you are an outdoors person.

After seeing Lori Harvey's abs last night, at the Mat Gala hunny, pushed me on my bike workout…read moretoday! Decided to rent a bike today and went towards the inclined side of the trail. If you really want a high Intensity work out under a hr, I highly suggest going on that side! *Restrooms are on the other side of the trail if you parked at the small "U" shaped parking lot. ************Parking is limited here************* ************Additional parking is at:************ 3444 Cobb Pkwy Atlanta, GA 30339 United States If you do decide to rent a bike download the app (Movatic) and follow the directions. The first 1hr is free! After 1hr it is only 3$. I was done in 50 mins and that is including a restroom break! Please make sure to bring hand sanitizer for your bike handles! They have baskets on the front of them to put your belongings in. The ladies room had Dial hand soap. The silver button on the wall is a hand dryer. Tissues inside stall. Not sure about the other ones or if they had a baby station at the big stall. My only concern was the doors being open to the bathrooms. The big trash cans had them propped open and I get it (due to "Covid") but I wanted some more privacy especially when this cute guy was standing by his bike literally across the bathroom door! And I was not going to move that big trash can. Only reason I rated this UPDATED review a 4 out of 5. Some of the trees limbs were hanging over the trails in certain parts. Causing a brief slow down during the trails busiest times on nice days. I went between 4:30-6p today. Now I'm off, to my post work out recovery activities, follow me here on YELP to my next adventures in the A & other cities!