State Parks Near Acworth, Georgia
12 state park units lie within 50 miles of Acworth. The closest is Allatoona Pass Battlefield, about 4 mi northwest of town. 5 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- Allatoona Pass Battlefield4 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 5of 12 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 66 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 4pets allowed
State parks near Acworth, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Acworth; driving distance is usually longer.
Allatoona Pass Battlefield
Allatoona Pass Battlefield is an outdoor recreation or historic area in Bartow County, about 2 miles southeast of Emerson.
Hours, fees and rules for Allatoona Pass Battlefield →Red Top Mountain State Park
Visitors come for winter sports, archery, boating, swimming, and biking. The official site lists about 15 miles of trails. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Red Top Mountain State Park →Pickett's Mill Battlefield
Popular activities here are hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 4 miles, according to the park. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours, fees and rules for Pickett's Mill Battlefield →Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site
Popular activities here are hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site →Sweetwater Creek State Park
Popular activities here are historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, wildlife watching, and fishing. Its trail network totals roughly 15 miles, according to the park. Water access includes a boat ramp and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Sweetwater Creek State Park →New Echota State Historic Site
Popular activities here are historic sites, fishing, ranger programs, and hiking. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for New Echota State Historic Site →Panola Mountain State Park
The park supports rock climbing, archery, biking, wildlife watching, and fishing. Overnight options include 1 campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Panola Mountain State Park →Amicalola Falls State Park
Amicalola Falls State Park is a 1,031-acre park in Dawson County, about 13 miles northeast of Jasper.
Hours, fees and rules for Amicalola Falls State Park →James H. Floyd State Park
Popular activities here are canoeing and kayaking, boating, wildlife watching, fishing, and geocaching. Water access includes a boat ramp and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for James H. Floyd State Park →Chattahoochee Bend State Park
Things to do include historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, biking, and fishing. Its trail network totals roughly 4.3 miles, according to the park. Facilities for water recreation include a boat ramp.
Hours, fees and rules for Chattahoochee Bend State Park →Fort Mountain State Park
Visitors come for golf, canoeing and kayaking, swimming, boating, and biking. The official site lists about 27 miles of trails. Water access includes a swimming beach and boat or kayak rentals.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Mountain State Park →Chief Vann House State Historic Site
Visitors come for historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Chief Vann House State Historic Site →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Acworth
- Red Top Mountain State Park 6 mi north · 94 campsites
- Sweetwater Creek State Park 21 mi south · 5 campsites
- Panola Mountain State Park 42 mi southeast · 1 campsites
- James H. Floyd State Park 46 mi northwest · 29 campsites
- Chattahoochee Bend State Park 47 mi south · 66 campsites
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Acworth
- Red Top Mountain State Park 6 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Pickett's Mill Battlefield 8 mi southwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Sweetwater Creek State Park 21 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
- James H. Floyd State Park 46 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Chattahoochee Bend State Park 47 mi south · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 1 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Acworth
- Pickett's Mill Battlefield 8 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site 9 mi northwest · Pets allowed under park rules
- New Echota State Historic Site 36 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
- Chief Vann House State Historic Site 49 mi north · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Acworth
- Red Top Mountain State Park 6 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
- Fort Mountain State Park 48 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Acworth
- Red Top Mountain State Park 6 mi north · Hiking trails listed
- Pickett's Mill Battlefield 8 mi southwest · Hiking trails listed
- Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site 9 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Sweetwater Creek State Park 21 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- New Echota State Historic Site 36 mi north · Hiking trails listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Fishing near Acworth
- Red Top Mountain State Park 6 mi north · Fishing listed
- Sweetwater Creek State Park 21 mi south · Fishing listed
- New Echota State Historic Site 36 mi north · Fishing listed
- Panola Mountain State Park 42 mi southeast · Fishing listed
- James H. Floyd State Park 46 mi northwest · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Acworth
What is the closest state park to Acworth?
Allatoona Pass Battlefield is the closest, about 4 miles northwest of Acworth in a straight line. Next are Red Top Mountain State Park and Pickett's Mill Battlefield.
How many state parks are near Acworth?
12 state park units are within 50 miles, and 5 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Acworth have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being Red Top Mountain State Park, Sweetwater Creek State Park and Panola Mountain State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Acworth?
Yes, at 4 parks, including Pickett's Mill Battlefield, Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site and New Echota State Historic Site. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Acworth?
None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.
State parks near other cities
- Near Canton, GA17 mi northeast
- Near Sandy Springs, GA20 mi southeast
- Near Atlanta, GA25 mi southeast
- Near Rome, GA32 mi northwest
- Near Stockbridge, GA45 mi southeast
- Near Loganville, GA48 mi east
- Near Gainesville, GA51 mi east
- Near Winder, GA55 mi east
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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.