Suggestions for Other Great Outdoors near Roswell

Eren B. • February 1, 2012127-acre natural science venue on the Chattahoochee River. Fresh water ponds, wooded upland trails, river marshes, native wildlife, butterfly garden.

Eren B. • February 1, 20126+ mile urban MTB trail system built and maintained by volunteers that is designed to accommodate beginner, intermediate and advanced bikers. Freeride area, slalom and downhill runs.

Eren B. • February 2, 2012Rent canoes, kayaks, bikes and pedal boats at their Azalea Park outpost in Historic Roswell. Or, for a leisurely float downriver, have your group hop in rafts and shoot the Hooch. Convenient shuttles.

Dennis H. • April 3, 2013Free tire disposal for Roswell residents. Max 4 at a time please.

Bethany B. • May 20, 2012This is my favorite park to come to just for a picnic with my husband and go on the walking trails on a gorgeous day!

Aubrey Ramon • April 21, 2015Great tribute too an awesome man. Known him since I moved to Roswell 30 years ago. Unfortunately he passed away probably 20 years ago.

Jim C. • June 27, 2011This is a large park and a great place to take your family or walk the dog

Wireless-Town • December 9, 2012Wireless-Town Wi-Fi available at the Hembree Park Recreation Center.

Nicole T. • October 11, 2016I got married here in 2011. Beautiful, affordable venue with all day access (not just 4 hours) You can bring in all of your own vendors & alcohol. They've recently updated the space.

Sherry • July 22, 2018Running, walking, canoeing, rafting. Also photography, people-watching, nature appreciation and play grounds.

Aubrey Ramon • June 5, 2015Beautiful park in a beautiful part of historic Roswell. They've really spent alot of money to upgrade this facility.

Robin C. • October 1, 2011Must see it if u r in area

Jim C. • November 2, 2013New artificial turf on upper and lower.

Clintyn N. • May 9, 2016Gorgeous park, excellent shaded trail right asking the river, can't wait to go back!

Kesha S. • February 23, 2012Beautiful park! Closest water area in this part of ga that I've seen that even slightly close to Florida;)

Aubrey Ramon • May 13, 2015Great view no matter where you are on the lake. They really did a nice job cleaning it up. Bring you plenty A. P. & W. and enjoy nature at its finest! Be careful out there, or a pregnancy could occur!

Liz M. • November 18, 2011Want to work your legs and glutes? Turn around at the 1.5 mi mark on the red trail. Love it.

Jon D. • June 3, 2016Nice hidden little place, great place for photos!

Aubrey Ramon • March 16, 2015Will always be home

Eren B. • February 2, 201240 acres of recreational space. Playground, dog park, community garden, splash area in the summer. Soccer, baseball fields, tennis courts, disc golf court. Pavilions for rent. Activities year-round.

Bill B. • March 2, 2012Barrington Hall was the home of Barrington King who was one of the founders of Roswell, Georgia. Tours are given Mon - Sat on the hour, from 10 AM to 3 PM. Sunday 1, 2 and 3 PM.

J D. • July 31, 2013Cute little park tucked away but very accessible!

Fodor's Travel • December 7, 2015Mittie Roosevelt, mother of President Teddy Roosevelt and grandmother of Eleanor Roosevelt, lived in this Greek Revival house (1839) as a child. It has a nice museum shop.

Eren B. • February 1, 2012Built in 1839 as the first permanent home in Roswell. Now serves as an events facility.

Eren B. • February 1, 2012The Town Square was also the setting for President Theodore Roosevelt's visit to Roswell. Many festivals are held here year round.