Located west near the Atlanta area in Douglas County, Sweetwater Creek is one of my favorite Georgia State Parks to visit. The beautiful wetlands are a great area to have a picnic while observing the flowing waters. I have even gotten close enough to dip my feet in the cool moving waters.

You will find unique old time ruins of an old Mill that once operated on the creek back in the 19th century. Old bullet holes can be found on the walls of the old mill from the Civil War as well. The park will often have scheduled tours where you can get a closer look at the mill where a tour guide will inform you of the history of the area.

The Park has play areas for children, a Gift Shop, Campsites, Bait Shop, Boat Ramp, Visiting Center, Fishing Areas, a Museum, and easy to follow hiking trails. My main suggestion when coming to the Park is to try to get there early on weekends and holidays for parking. Parking can get a little tight during those times.

Parking: You will find various areas to park at this location right when you drive in. There is a $5 parking fee and an annual pass is valid for all State Parks in Georgia for $50.

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