Lake Allatoona

A look at the top family-friendly spots in this part of metro Atlanta.

Population: 22,379

Zip codes: 30101, 30102

Known for: Being surrounded by Lake Allatoona and Lake Acworth. Acworth is known as “Lake City.”

Lake Allatoona encompasses 270 miles of shoreline connecting Acworth, Kennesaw and Canton, among other cities. The lake is the centerpiece of these communities. As one of Georgia’s largest and most scenic lakes, residents of the area can enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, canoeing, tubing and other water sports, plus the beaches, parks and picnic sites along the shore. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers began constructing Lake Allatoona in the 1940s, and today it still acts as a reservoir and is the primary source of drinking water for Cobb County.

Nestled in downtown Acworth, Bows and Ties Children’s Boutique specializes in fashionable children’s apparel for newborns to 14-year-olds. The boutique hosts book readings and author signings, as well as face painting days.

Urbnpop Comics Company sells more than just a hefty amount of comic books. The small business in Acworth also sells toys, action figures, books, collectibles and art that kids of all ages will love.

If your little ones like to read, The Crazy Book Lady is a used bookstore in Acworth. The highlight of a visit to this shop is seeing the two kid-friendly cats that live in the store. Kids will enjoy browsing with the help of Morty and Mindy. The store hosts book signings for children’s authors on Saturdays and has weekend Open Board Game Day.

Although it’s only open seasonally from April-October, JD’s on the Lake is a family favorite. With beautiful views of Lake Allatoona, this waterfront eatery offers the perfect white sand outdoor dining area where kids can eat, run and play.

Cauble Park is a family-favorite in Acworth. The 25-acre lakefront park features Acworth Beach, a 90-acre lake located along the shore of Lake Acworth. The white sandy beach is perfect for kids to run and play in the sand. There are two playgrounds at the park with multiple play structures and picnic tables. The park is a great place to go fishing or boating or explore wildlife through the  lakefront trails.

-Jackie B. Watson

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