Donna and I frequently look for state or local parks to visit when
traveling. Particularly those with substantial natural area, some kind of
water (lake, river, etc), or a significant historical aspect. At Sweetwater
Creek State Park, just west of Atlanta, we found all of the elements
combined. It is less than an hour from Woodstock where my mother and sister
both live, so we had a family outing to the park in April 2003 while we
were visiting them. We did not have a lot of time to delve into the
history, but the nature trails provided a pleasant break
from the noise and rush of the city (and some good pictures as well). |