Most people have become accustomed to living in concrete jungles with the closest piece of nature being the flower pot on their window sill. What many see every single day are cityscapes and industrial areas. Our urban lifestyle keeps us in the busy hustle and bustle of the city, between work and our houses or apartment buildings, only letting us out on weekends.
So where do we rush when we want to take a breath of fresh air and slow down our pace of life? To the calm unspoiled places, to get closer to nature with family and friends. We’ve gathered three must-go parks in Loganville, GA, to help you choose where to rest this weekend.
Vines Gardens Park
This park is the perfect destination if you love tranquil places. It’s located at 3500 Oak Grove Road, with plenty of parking lots nearby and 0.5-mile paved trail across the area. A great place to clear your mind and go for a peaceful walk or run. Vines Park offers clean public restrooms, and you can reserve pavilions in advance for events. It also features a small elegant garden, Greek style columns and statues, and a lake. There are also picnic areas throughout the park to enjoy a snack throughout your day.
Bay Creek Park
A go-to place for big families and sports lovers. Bay Creek Park is found at 175 Ozora Road and is a 154-acre area with a 1-mile paved trail across the park. Bay Creek Park includes a lighted skate complex, four lighted tennis courts, seven baseball/softball fields, several basketball courts and football/multi-purpose field with a lighted walking track. You can often see kids playing soccer or flying a kite, adults having yoga classes, or just hanging out. For large picnics or barbecue parties with family and friends, there will be accessible clean restrooms, a pavilion, and a grill. This is also a perfect place for kids to have fun at the well-equipped playgrounds. This park is also accessible for children with special needs; there are handicapped-accessible ball fields and a playground.
Alexander Park
This park is open all year round and is perfect for large families and groups. Alexander Park provides free parking lots and public restrooms. This 91-acre recreation area is located at 800 Old Snellville Highway and is crossed by 1.7-mile paved trail and 1-mile unpaved trail, great for cyclists and runners alike. Alexander Park is a perfect place for fishing, offering a picturesque lake with lake view piers. You can take a golfing course, take riding lessons or organize a barbecue party here, while your children are playing at the colorful well-maintained playground.
If you live near Loganville, Georgia, don’t miss an opportunity to visit these three splendid places. Depending on your intentions, you can choose the activities you want to do — either enjoy the calming atmosphere or the entertaining attractions; they’ll be waiting for you there all year round. You can take a look at the Explore Georgia website for park hours and a full list of amenities. Bring a bunch of friends, your whole family or go by yourself — you’ll always find what you are looking for.
“October nature” by Oleg Sklyanchuk used under license Public Domain Mark 1.0
