State Parks Near Rome, Georgia
11 state park units lie within 50 miles of Rome, including 1 park across the line in Alabama. The closest is James H. Floyd State Park, about 15 mi northwest of town. 3 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- James H. Floyd State Park15 mi northwest
- Within 25 miles
- 3of 11 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 67 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 4pets allowed
State parks near Rome, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Rome; driving distance is usually longer.
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 →Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site
Popular activities here are hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site →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 →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 →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 →DeSoto State Park
Visitors come for horseback riding, mountain biking, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, and swimming. The official site lists about 35 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for DeSoto 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 →Chief Vann House State Historic Site
Visitors come for historic sites and hiking.
Hours, fees and rules for Chief Vann House State Historic Site →Cloudland Canyon State Park
Visitors come for cave tours, golf, horseback riding, historic sites, and disc golf. The official site lists about 30 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Cloudland Canyon 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 →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 →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Rome
- James H. Floyd State Park 15 mi northwest · 29 campsites
- Red Top Mountain State Park 29 mi east · 94 campsites
- DeSoto State Park 29 mi northwest · Campground listed
- Cloudland Canyon State Park 43 mi northwest · 122 campsites
- Fort Mountain State Park 44 mi northeast · 87 campsites
+ 1 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Rome
- James H. Floyd State Park 15 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Red Top Mountain State Park 29 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
- DeSoto State Park 29 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Pickett's Mill Battlefield 32 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Cloudland Canyon State Park 43 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
+ 2 more in the list above
Dog-friendly state parks near Rome
- Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site 24 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- New Echota State Historic Site 25 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Pickett's Mill Battlefield 32 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Chief Vann House State Historic Site 40 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
Swimming near Rome
- Red Top Mountain State Park 29 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
- DeSoto State Park 29 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Fort Mountain State Park 44 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
Hiking near Rome
- James H. Floyd State Park 15 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site 24 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
- New Echota State Historic Site 25 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Red Top Mountain State Park 29 mi east · Hiking trails listed
- DeSoto State Park 29 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Fishing near Rome
- James H. Floyd State Park 15 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- New Echota State Historic Site 25 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Red Top Mountain State Park 29 mi east · Fishing listed
- DeSoto State Park 29 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Cloudland Canyon State Park 43 mi northwest · Fishing listed
+ 2 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Rome
What is the closest state park to Rome?
James H. Floyd State Park is the closest, about 15 miles northwest of Rome in a straight line. Next are Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site and New Echota State Historic Site.
How many state parks are near Rome?
11 state park units are within 50 miles, and 3 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Rome have camping?
6 parks list camping, the nearest being James H. Floyd State Park, Red Top Mountain State Park and DeSoto State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Rome?
Yes, at 4 parks, including Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site, New Echota State Historic Site and Pickett's Mill Battlefield. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.
Are there free state parks near Rome?
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.
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- Near Acworth, GA32 mi southeast
- Near Canton, GA40 mi east
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- Near Sandy Springs, GA52 mi southeast
- Near Chattanooga, TN55 mi north
- Near Scottsboro, AL56 mi northwest
- Near Atlanta, GA56 mi southeast
- Near Cleveland, TN66 mi north
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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.