Sweetwater Creek State Park is a peaceful tract of wilderness only minutes from downtown Atlanta. Park rangers lead informative hikes to park areas throughout the year. The 215-acre George Sparks Reservoir is popular with anglers and provides a pretty setting for feeding ducks and picnicking. During warmer months, the park rents fishing boats, canoes and pedal boats. The Visitor Center features exhibits on the area’s history, wildlife displays, trail maps, snacks and a gift shop.