Lake Allatoona Attractions
Camping and Day Use Areas/Parks
The Army Corps of Engineers manages 8 campgrounds which include: Clark Creek North Campground, McKaskey Creek Campground, McKinney Campground, Old Highway 41 #3 Campground, Payne Campground, Sweetwater Creek Campground, Upper Stamp Creek Campground and Victoria Campground. Other popular camping places not managed by the Corps are Red Top Mountain State ParkBartow County Park. and The Army Corps of Engineers also manages 14 day use areas, many of which include boat ramps, picnic areas, and designated swim areas. The Corps day use areas include: Allatoona Lake Visitor's Center, Cooper Branch #1 and #2, Upper Stamp Creek, Tanyard Creek, Old Highway 41 #1 and Old Highway 41 #2, Blockhouse, Riverside Park, Cooper's Furnace, Sweetwater, Knox Bridge, Victoria, Kellogg Creek, Payne Ramp and Galt's Ferry. There are also 11 state/county/city parks on Lake Allatoona that also have various amenities for day trippers. These include: Bartow Gatewood Park/Bartow Beach, Allatoona Wildlife Management Center, Boling Park, Cherokee County Park, Cherokee Mills, Bartow Carver Park, Red Top Mountain State Park, Acworth Beach at Cauble Park, Cobb Regional Park, Dallas Landing Park, Proctor Landing Park, Southshore Park and Overlook Park. Museums and Historic SitesFor those wanting to get out of the water for a short time, there are wonderful museums and historic sites within close proximity to the lake. The Restaurants and WineriesThere are various restaurants located on the lake and in the surrounding towns and area. Whether you want to dine in extravagence or just go out casually, there is a restaurant that will suit your wants. There are a few options if you'd like to dine on the lake, which include a full-service restaurant at Little River Marina and one at Victoria Harbour Marina as well. Unbeknownst to many, there is also a winery in Acworth. If you'd like to take some time out from your day for a nice tasting or tour, visit Boutier Winery. |
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