Red Top Mountain State Park
Cartersville, GA 30120
Phone: (770) 975-4227
- Hours:
- Daily 7am-10pm
Editorial Review for Red Top Mountain State Park – by Jake Sussman
Overview
Metro Atlanta is still in your rearview mirror when you hit this wooded wonderland on the banks of Lake Allatoona. A big draw for boaters, campers and hikers, this glorified hill has all the trappings of a true mountain retreat. A trading post, cottages, almost 100 camping sites--even a quaint lodge and conference center--make you forget Acworth's just over yonder. The clincher? Hit the trails and you might meet Bambi.
Facts
The easy 12-mile trail system winds through a forest loaded with deer--walk softly and you'll see them. The best hike is the 5.5 mile Homestead Trail, an up-and-down path that hugs Allatoona's shoreline and traverses several ridges. For beginners, the Sweet Gum Trail and other nature trails offer a leisurely walk through the woods with postcard lakeside vistas. Don't come here to break a sweat, but combine the long trail with a few short ones and you'll get a workout.
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Insider Tips
Save TimeAll trails begin at the trading post. Pick up free map on your way in. Return for a Moon Pie on your way out.
The ExtrasSerious hikers should cap off the day with hike at Kennesaw Mountain, right off I-75 at Barrett Parkway, on the way back into town.
Look GoodCamp, park an RV, rent a cottage, hit the beach, play tennis and bring or rent a boat.
Know Before You GoThe lodge has 33 rooms and conference facilities that accommodate up to 300 people. Call (770) 975-4226 for info.
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