Sport & Outdoor
History BuffKennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park
Under $25Hike Civil War earthworks and climb a trail to the summit of Kennesaw Mountain, 1,808 feet above sea level.
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SightseeingLocal Gem
Acworth, Georgia
Acworth, Georgia is a sightseeing stop in Acworth, GA, part of the Atlanta guide. Cost: free.
· Acworth, GA
Why you should go…
Acworth sits on the shores of Lake Allatoona northwest of Atlanta, known locally as 'The Lake City' for its boating, fishing, and waterfront parks. Its small historic downtown offers shops and restaurants as a lower-key alternative to central Atlanta.
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- #boating
- #small town
- #atlanta metro
What's around here?
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