Sweetwater Creek SP is just a few minutes from downtown Atlanta. It’s a great place for hiking and fishing, but camping is limited. A wooded hiking trail follows the stream to the ruins of the New Manchester Manufacturing Company, a textile mill burned during the Civil War by General Sherman’s troops. The ruins can only be entered by taking a ranger led guided tour. There are several other trails that climb the rocky bluffs, as well as trails through the fields and woods. There is no beach and swimming in the lake is not allowed. Fishing boats, canoes, kayaks, paddleboards and pedal boats can be rented and there is a bait shop/park store. The campground is small, just 5/6 sites, with no facilities. There is also a boat ramp, fishing dock, museum and playground. Wi-Fi is available in the Visitor Center & Bait Shop.