The park is great for kids, parking is easy, and the bathrooms are super close--roughly a 5-minute…read morewalk to the dam. The water is brown, so everything looks different than you'd expect, but it's still enjoyable.

Such a pretty and relaxing park. Great spot to picnic, walk alone or with pets, kayak or spend time…read morewith kids. The main attractions here are the swings and the lake with a beautiful view. I love visiting it with my husband just before sunset. We saw so many kids playing in the spider web climbing thing and the play area. There was a birthday party going on and the park was filled with folks of all ages. Trails: A little walk on the left leads you to the dam(falls) and it's a very quiet and serene path to walk or jog. There are 2-3 trails around the park but a bit rugged, so I recommend going when there's plenty of daylight. Parking spots are plenty and the park is pet-friendly. Fun fact: Atlanta Astronomy Club conduct star gazing events at this park. Check their website for more information!

Great little spot not too far away that's great for fishing. Pretty decent sized lake with plenty…read moreof fish to spare. Price is affordable and location can't get much better than this. I plan on coming back pretty often as my time allows. Ask for Rick or Rickie. Generally you need to bring your own gear, but the owner is quite friendly and accommodating and can help out with any questions or needs you may have. Very relaxed atmosphere with no real time limit. They allow overnight fishing, but no camp fires or alcohol which may be a negative for some. I can see why as they are trying to keep the area family friendly and clean and sometimes us drunken monkey bottom feeders can get out of hand.. oh well. ;) Excellent spot for family, young kids, and fishing right in the heart of metro Atlanta. Beware of Big Fish! 4.029111 stars rounded up for service makes this a 5 Yelp star review for me.

The guys in the store are very nice .. lined my poles for me and all.. I fished over night and…read morecaught 4 catfish .. using hotdogs and kool aid, corn, baby crawlers, snd nightcrawlers. Corked one line and 2 oz sink on another.

This is a nice hiking area along the Chattahoochee River. We use this area primarily for hiking,…read morebut there are other activities on the CNRA website. This area is federal land with parking pass fee or use your annual/lifetime pass. First, the confusing part. Getting there! There is small sign or Akers Mill (see my picture) and it does not refer to it as West Palisades, even though all the markers inside the park say that. The intersections in the park on the trails are indicated as WP1, WP2, WP3, ... So to navigate go from one junction to another. There is handy wooden trail map at every junction. Trail names are non existent. Parking lot off Akers Mill is large and paved, but no bathrooms (WP12). Another large parking lot off Cobb Parkway has bathrooms (WP1). Also the park connects to county parks along Rottenwood Creek, which gives additional options. These are paved and more oriented towards bicycles. We did an 8 mile hike here. Starting at WP12. Hiking trails through the woods and along the river, back and forth with some decent elevation. When we got to WP1 we hiked along the Rottenwood Creek trail back to Akers Mill. At that point we walked along the road back to the parking area. Very nice combo of woods, paved paths, sidewalks. This was after Hurricane Zeta, so a lot of blow down on the trails but we were able to get around it. (See pics). A good workout! This was during covid and midweek, busy but not too bad. Have been here on the weekend and lots of folks, but plenty of parking and with the large size of the area plenty of space between groups hiking. Great area near the metropolitan area.

West Palisades and Palisades Cobb Natural Resource Area, Bob Callan Trail and Rotten Creek are all…read moreconnected and this review is for all 4. These natural parklands are a good place for walking, running, biking, kayaking and fly fishing! Ambiance is a natural park in the edge of a bustling city flanked by urban infrastructures...not manicured, full of bushes, trees, streams and the river with huge concrete overpasses. It's a good location to visit nature ITP. Here's the DL. About 1/3 of the paved trails and 3/4 of the unpaved trails are canopied with rolling elevation (~900 feet). Here, you could stroll a peaceful couple of miles and trail run moderate 5 - 8 miles. The paved trails are well marked and easy to navigate. But, the undeveloped trails are NOT with limited signs /blazes. Most unpaved trails are in the forest and have limited views of the river. Some parts are ridden with roots, loose rocks and boulders so wear proper shoes. When you do go on undeveloped trails, please "leave NO trace". There's a small ruin in the middle of the parklands but is unmarked, very steep with heavy over-growth. Biking is allowed ONLY on paved trails. Fly-fishing, I see when the water level is lower with slower currents. Encounters with trail blocking gumps occur here on weekends. Sunday strollers with NO self-awareness, blocking both sides, leisurewear selfie posers blocking trails and some parking themselves in the middle of an unpaved trail... :-/ Dogs on leash. There is No Maid service here to picks up your duty bag(s). There's a trash bin specifically for pets at the parking lot so pack out your 4 legged kids' mess paw-leash! Self-service...there are a few picnic tables, benches, animal proof trash bins, bathrooms, water fountains at the trail head and a boat ramp adjacent to the parking lot (off Cobb PKY / 41) for boats and kayaks. Next to the bathrooms there's a leveled grass area for Frisbees or other group games. Occasionally, I've seen CCP riding bicycles or electric motorcycles here as 2PDs are nearby. Parking is $3/day or $35/year and has about 60+ spots. Drive slowly...it's not the smoothest lot. Pay at the trailhead next to the boat ramp and the bathrooms. Be sure to display the perforated paper on your dash as rangers regularly check and ticket. These 4 nature areas are great if you are looking to workout with elevation changes in varying terrains...wood, boulders, concrete, mud, loose rocks, dirt...with views of the forest, streams and river at a nearby location. Enjoy!

Seems to be a good store for kayaks and wholesale for bass fishing, and maybe it was just a one…read moreoff, but I didn't receive the best customer service. Came in and was greeted but then everyone left the room for inventory/new stock just coming in. After finding a few things on my own, was checked out by a guy who remained on a personal call the whole time, with no "thank you" "good luck" "see ya" or anything. Again, hopefully just a one off there. Decent amount of bait and tackle for the small store.

These guys are "salt of the earth". Extremely user friendly. Solid inventory. Was told about these…read moreguys from a friend recently. I've made several purchases rod, reels, etc and will continue to do so . This is the type of business where I like to spend my money. I highly recommend this business. I encourage you to check them out.

This is a great park to have a picnic or just walk your dog.A lot of locals like it for:…read more * relaxing by the water * cookouts and family gatherings * wading near the river * short nature walks * photography and sunsets According to gwinnett county: What's there * River access and scenic overlooks * Picnic tables, grills, and pavilions * Playground * Soccer fields * Sand volleyball * Fishing spots * Open grassy areas for relaxing or sports * Kayak/paddleboard drop-in access My wife and I like to walk and enjoy the calm sounds of the river. Its worth your time to get away from the " rat race"

This park is so cute! There's a long winding road to the parking lot and there's two options: a 1…read moremile loop or a 4 (?) mile loop. Super cute lookout point on the river. Didn't go into the bathrooms but there's bathrooms at the trailhead. It wasn't super crowded on MLK day but would highly suggest checking it out. It's like a hidden gem

On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, a fishing buddy and I had the privilege of having Chris Scalley take…read moreus out on the Chattahoochee River. The float was from Jones Bridge to just above Island Ford. Chris was awesome! His knowledge of the river, fly fishing, managing/handling a boat, and showing appreciation to his customers is second to none. We caught fish! Good size rainbow trout and brown trout. You will not be bored! Chris is a good conversationalist and has a good sense of humor. The float itself was quite scenic. Chris pointed out several interesting spots and told the history behind them. I recommend using his guide service. If Chris is not available, he has plenty of competent employees who can guide you.

I highly recommend Chris and a River Through Atlanta. My son and I were in town for a golf vacation…read moreand decided to try fishing on one of our non-golf days. Chris booked us the last minute and exposed us to a great afternoon on the river. We were beginners, so fishing off the top with with the spinning reels but using bobbers enabled us to get the hang of the casting motion and land a handful of trout. We'll be back.

Lake Acworth is a great spot tucked away in the middle of suburbia that offers the locals and…read morevisitors a little taste of the outdoors and includes trails, bridges, docks and of course, a beach! We have visited Lake Acworth via Cauble Park on numerous occasions and always tend to enjoy ourselves. The water is always calm and clean, on the surface at least. The lake is well maintained and surrounded by the park, woods, a neighborhood and a highway. So, always something different to look at whether you are hanging on the beach or kayaking around the water. While most of our visits are for walking and enjoying the beach, I have visited for fireworks and other community events. The lake and park hold up well. There are onsite restrooms and such as well, which make trips here a bit easier. You will find folks enjoying all things from building sandcastles to walking the pups, grilling out, fishing or just chilling. When I visit, we tend to do it all, except the fishing part. Overall, Lake Acworth is a cute spot for a chill afternoon. Low energy needed to enjoy yourself here. Keep in mind that the main access point is through Cauble Park, which for non-Acworth city residents charges by the vehicle, usually no more than $20.

Definitely one of my favorite places close to home. Since my daughter was little, we have come to…read morethis park to enjoy the playground, a picnic, walk or a festival. Often I just drop by to enjoy a moment of serenity. However, some people are brave enough to go into the water. I personally am not that adventurous. The park and the beach however, are clean since years ago it became forbidden to feed the ducks. No more bird poop around the beach anymore. Very beautiful place.

Nice private, secluded, and relaxing lake that charges $15 pp. Stayed for about 2 hrs, got nibbles…read morebut no catch.

Nice lil' fishing spot needs more variety of fish in larger quanities to catch but, love the spot…read morethat I use for fishing there....

Very nice people with a great selection of baits, lures and all necessary equipment and supplies!…read moreA++++++++

Big Ernie's is my go 2 spot for live bait. The people here are very friendly & knowledgeable.read more

A great place and even better service! A nice selection for all your fishing needs!!read more

These guys will take great care of you and have solid recommendations for wherever you made be…read moreheaded. Top of the line gear that you will be paying top of the line prices for but the staff knowledge keeps me coming back often.