Things to do in Georgia, Georgia: The Best Playgrounds

August 30, 2021 Alida England

While Atlanta is the anchor and capital of Georgia, you can aim in any direction to find distinctly different regions – from the tail of the Appalachians in the North to the rolling Piedmont hills and on down to the seaside marshes in the East. Atlanta lays claim to the state’s number one attraction – Stone Mountain State Park. They say it best - “Serious fun. Endless adventure.” Just 15 minutes from downtown, the world’s largest exposed granite dome is surrounded by 3,200 acres of natural beauty and stimulating activities for every member of the family – sky rides and hiking paths, laser shows and pedal boats along Stone Mountain Lake. Golfers tee it up, while red foxes dash across the fairways in a state where the Masters Golf Tournament creates revered green-jacket memories every year. It’s a long downhill ride down to historic Savannah, a ‘stone’s throw’ from the Atlantic and a virtual step back in time to Southern architecture and stately squares. St. Simon’s and Jekyll Islands offer barrier island beauty and a wonderful combination of outdoor activities, historic sites and artistic culture. Originally the private winter playground of wealthy northeasterners, Jekyll Island stretches along 10 miles of coastal beaches and inland marshes. Cycling and walking paths wind under moss-laden oaks, and a tour of Millionaire Village takes you back to those Cornelius Vanderbilt and J.P. Morgan days. The kid-friendly Summer Waves Water Park adds man-made fun to natural water sport activities. Coastal golf courses and sophisticated St. Simon’s Island appeal to moms, dads and vacationing couples.
Restaurants in Georgia

1. Southern Grace Farms

3131 Vickers Church Rd, Enigma, GA 31749-3951 +1 229-533-4314 https://www.facebook.com/sgracefarms/timeline
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Southern Grace Farms

2. West Gwinnett Park Aquatic Center

4488 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Duluth, GA 30071-1608 +1 678-407-8801 http://www.gwinnettcounty.com/portal/gwinnett/Departments/CommunityServices/ParksandRecreation/OurParksandFacilities/GuidetoYourParks/WestGwinnettParkandAquaticCenter
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

West Gwinnett Park Aquatic Center

3. Logan Farm Park

4762 Logan Rd, Acworth, GA 30101-5029
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

Logan Farm Park

Reviewed By norme279 - San Francisco, United States

Plenty of fields , hiking trails and playground built out of old semi swamp. Community center being built for 2019 opening

4. E. E. Robinson Park

650 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Sugar Hill, GA 30518-4755
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83%
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

E. E. Robinson Park

5. Park at Sixth

204 Solomon St, Griffin, GA 30223 http://cityofgriffin.com
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Park at Sixth

Enjoy free music and entertainment in the Park at 6th in Downtown Griffin every weekend during summer! Please see announcement.

6. INK - Interactive Neighborhood for Kids

999 Chestnut St SE, Gainesville, GA 30501-6956 +1 770-536-1900 [email protected] http://www.inkfun.org
Excellent
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4.5 based on 128 reviews

INK - Interactive Neighborhood for Kids

Reviewed By LynnL416 - Gainesville, United States

Hey Parent! Do you wanna see your kids enjoying themselves without having to spend a fortune??? This experience is unmatched for bringing your kiddos imaginations to life. Take the little ones (4-6yrs old) and watch as they flourish within the grown-up scenarios! INK MUSEUM is a great place for friends to laugh and try new perspectives! You’ll be glad you visited and want to make it a regular play date. L. Lewis

7. Ted Wright Park

2841 Moody Rd, Bonaire, GA 31005-3846
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4.5 based on 5 reviews

Ted Wright Park

8. Abernathy Greenway Park

70 Abernathy Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30328-2128 http://www.playableartpark.org/
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4.5 based on 40 reviews

Abernathy Greenway Park

Reviewed By margaretrenewilliams - Holly Springs, United States

My grandchildren absolutely LOVE the unique play structures in this park! All of the pieces were commissioned by hospitals and private companies and constructed by different artists. The 'playground' is between the paved walkway and is a safe distance from the fence that is next to the street. There are benches with trees and flowers along the walkway and the surfaces under the play structures are a soft and fast-draining material. The area is kept clean and the grounds maintained by volunteers. Admission is FREE. Completely worth an hour or two for children with a LOT of energy!

9. Glenlake Park & Pool

1211 Church St, Decatur, GA 30030-1542 +1 404-377-7231 https://www.decaturga.com/activeliving/page/glenlake-park
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Glenlake Park & Pool

Reviewed By YukiG_12 - West Palm Beach, United States

We rented the covered pavilion for the Sunday after wedding brunch. Great gathering place after all the excitement of the prior evening reception. There are tennis courts, play ground, dog park, soccer fields, walking trails and swimming pool that are nicely maintained. There are two entrances for parking. About one mile from Marta station in Decatur.

10. Etowah River Park

Brown Industrial Parkway, Canton, GA 30114 http://www.canton-georgia.com/misc/CantonParksGuide.pdf
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4.5 based on 72 reviews

Etowah River Park

Reviewed By 696laurenm - Canton, United States

We had just moved to Canton and found the park by accident. We were trying to find a spot to enjoy our takeout dinner (picnic) and parked the car and noticed people walking out of the woods. So we took a stroll and found a beautiful hiking path with benches and beautiful trees and flowers. It opened up into a huge field where we came back to, and later flew our kite there. Who knew?

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