Things to do in Cartersville
Bartow History Center
This museum of regional history offers interactive exhibits introducing the area's cultural, commercial and agricultural history since the 1840's. Self-guided tours or "history hunts" take about 45 minutes. The gift shop offers related historical souvenirs. Call (770) 382-3818 for more information.
13 N. Wall St., Cartersville, GA
Dellinger Park
Family oriented park, with 13 lighted tennis courts, 6 softball fields, football/soccer field with 440 track, 4 shelters (available for rent), 4 acre lake with gazebo, 2 mile walking trail with 20 exercise stations, 2 playground areas (ADA accessible), 2 basketball courts, restrooms, Olympic size pool, Putt-Putt, and the main office for Cartersville Parks & Recreation Department. Call (770) 387-5626 for more information.
100 Pine Grove Road, Cartersville, GA
Park Marina
On Lake Allatonna - Pontoons and ski boats rented hourly, half-day, full day and overnight. Supplies, gas dock and full marine services. Call (770) 974-2628 for more information.
651 Marina Rd., Cartersville, GA
Red Top Mountain State Park
This popular park on 12,000-acre Lake Allatoona is ideal for swimming, boating and fishing. Visitors can bring their own boats or rent from nearby marinas. Twelve miles of hiking trails wind through the park, providing opportunities for exercise and to explore a reconstructed 1860s homestead. Named for the soils rich red color caused by high iron-ore content, Red Top Mountain was once an important mining area for iron. Call (800) 864-7275 for more information.
50 Lodge Rd, Cartersville, GA
Weinman Mineral Museum
The finest mineral museum in the southeastern United States showcases minerals, gems, fossils, and the best public display of Georgia minerals to be found anywhere! The museum features a simulated mine tunnel, dinosaur fossils, gold and gemstone displays and "hands-on" exhibits. An extensive gift shop includes unique jewelry, collectible minerals and fossils, educational supplies, books and children's gifts. Outdoor activities include fossil hunting and gold panning. Call (770) 386-0576 for more information.
51 Mineral Museum Dr., White, GA 30184