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One of the great things about living in Sandy Springs is the number and quality of parks and the continued interest and participation in them. Ridgeview Park offers nature trails, a picnic pavilion, and a playground.

6 lane track, football field (lighted), multipurpose field (lighted), covered picnic shelter, concessions, restrooms

One of the best courses in the Greater Atlanta area, there are 5 sets of tees to cater to all skill levels. This 18-hole layout is nestled along the banks of the Chattahoochee River. A 9-hole Par-3 course is designed for the short game and built like a championship layout.

Riverside Park is one of Roswell’s river front parks. This park offers access to the Chattahoochee River, a canoe/kayak launch, docks for fishing, a playground, splashpad, picnic areas and access to the Roswell Riverwalk.

Rock Mill Park is a 20-acre park located on Kimball Bridge Road at the access point for Alpharetta’s Big Creek Greenway. Park amenities include a green roof pavilion, an outdoor classroom, a Play Me Again piano art installation, Little Free Library and restroom facilities.

113 acres. Football field with lighted walking track, six lighted tennis courts, playground, pavilion, restrooms, 2-mile paved multi-purpose trail, grill.

25 acres. Dog park area, horseshoe pits, shuffleboard courts, small skate area, playground, pavilions, two half-basketball courts, bocce ball courts, .75-mile paved multi-purpose trail, restrooms.

The RAAC is available to those 25 and older to enjoy a variety of classes and open swim opportunities in this state-of-the art facility. The 12,000-square-foot facility provides an unparalleled experience with its five-lane warm water therapeutic swimming pool, zero-depth entry, therapeutic whirlpool, and shower facilities.

This Roswell City Park offers a variety of recreational activities: art room, baseball fields, pond with fishing allowed, football fields, gymnastics/dance center, lacrosse fields, outdoor fitness equipment, picnic areas, playground, swimming pool, rec center, softball fields, tennis courts, and hiking/walking trails.

The 600-seat Roswell Cultural Arts Center is home to the professional Georgia Ensemble Theatre and the Atlanta Wind Symphony.

This small local museum focuses on the history of the Roswell Volunteer Fire Department. The museum contains numerous fire-related pictures and historical information.

In the heart of this historic village, one will be surprised by how many spirits reside behind the walls of the antebellum mansions which General Sherman never burned.

On the banks of Vickery Creek, ruins of the Roswell Manufacturing Co. Mills can be found. Constructed in 1839 and 1853, these mills were burned by Union forces.

The Roswell Presbyterian Church Historic Sanctuary was the first house of worship in Roswell. Built in 1840, it was used as a hospital for Union soldiers during the Civil War.

The Roswell River Landing is a great place to host weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, parties, corporate events, business meetings, and more. The 4,180 square foot facility has an observation deck that overlooks the Chattahoochee River and a kayak/canoe launch.

Outdoor lovers are sure to enjoy getting close to the river without getting wet on this multi-purpose greenway that parallels the Chattahoochee River, and is part of the overall Roswell Riverwalk that runs across Bull Sluice Lake from Azalea Drive to Willeo Road. Stroll along the boardwalk, take photos of the Chattahoochee River, and watch the sun set from the waterfront.

Roswell Town Square was built in 1839. The bandstand was added in 1905 on the occasion of President Theodore Roosevelt’s visit to his mother’s girlhood home. Today, the square is the site of art shows and other festivals.

Dedicated to those who served in the Vietnam War and honoring those who served in all wars, this life-sized sculpture depicts 50 faces in bronze, faces touched by war, showing a variety of emotions.

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The track hosts 40 sanctioned races a year depending on weather and Tuesday night practice sessions. The track is available for all to ride when not racing, although a helmet is required.

This 34-acre park offers 1 lighted baseball field, 2 tennis courts, a 0.8-mile walking/jogging track, 3 lighted softball fields, 2 picnic pavilions, 2 playgrounds, and a gazebo, along with the BMX track.

Serenbe Farms is a certified organic farm nestled in the sustainable Serenbe community, southwest of Atlanta, Georgia. We offer over 300 varieties of vegetables, herbs, flowers, and fruits. We offer many opportunities for farm education, from school farm tours, to corporate tours, to seasonal classes and our apprenticeship program.

268 acres. Skate complex, outdoor basketball courts, dog park area, playground, pavilions, restrooms, 1.6-mile paved multi-purpose trail, 2.9-mile soft surface trail, grill.

Shakerag Park is a rustic and presently lightly developed, 66-acre community park that features a 1.1-mile nature trail that loops under 200 year old hardwoods and past one of Johns Creek’s only working farms. There is also a 3.8-acre lake, batting cages, picnic pavilions, and athletic fields.

67 acres. Activity building (classes/rentals), seven lighted youth baseball/softball field, restrooms, football/multi-purpose field with lighted walking track, pavilion, playgrounds, large community room and classroom, lake, 1.25-mile paved multi-purpose trail, grill.