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Sandy Springs is a city of about 108,000 people just north of Atlanta, stretching between Interstate 285 and the Chattahoochee River. It was named for a natural spring that drew Methodist camp meetings in the 1800s, and it became a city only in 2005, though it has long been one of the region's busiest business districts. The tall glass King and Queen towers along Georgia 400 are its best-known skyline landmark.
The city's green side is its riverfront. Several units of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area lie along its western edge, including Island Ford and East Palisades, where trails climb past rocky bluffs, a bamboo forest and views over the river, which is popular for tubing and kayaking in summer. Morgan Falls Overlook Park looks out over Bull Sluice Lake behind Morgan Falls Dam. The Lost Corner Preserve is a quiet woodland park with a 1930s cottage, gardens and trails.
City Springs, the new civic center, brings a performing arts theater, a green with concerts and a Sunday farmers market. Heritage Sandy Springs keeps the original spring, gardens and a historic house museum. The Abernathy Greenway Park has sculptures and playgrounds, and Perimeter Mall and restaurants line the city's commercial core, with downtown Atlanta about 20 minutes south.
Sandy Springs' new civic center and town district, with city hall, a central green, fountains, restaurants, shops and the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center. The green hosts concerts, movie nights and festivals. It is a good place to start a visit; parking is in the garage.
The main theater of the Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center at City Springs, staging touring musicals, concerts, comedy and the City Springs Theatre Company's Broadway productions. Its modern hall seats around 1,000. Book ahead and enjoy dinner at City Springs before the show.
A small history center and park around the 1869 Williams-Payne House, with a museum on local history, gardens and the natural spring that gave the city its name. It hosts community events and festivals. The grounds are free to walk; check museum hours before visiting.
A Saturday morning market held at City Springs from spring to late fall, with local produce, meats, cheese, baked goods, flowers and cooking demonstrations by local chefs. It is one of the larger markets in the north Atlanta area. Arrive early for the best choice.
A trail system in the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area with steep wooded bluffs, river views, a bamboo forest and an overlook high above the shoals. Hikes of 3 to 4 miles are common. Parking requires a federal day pass, and the trails can be hilly and muddy after rain.
A unit of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area with the park's visitor center in a stone lodge, riverside trails, rock shelters, fishing spots and picnic areas. It is a calm place to watch the river. Rangers can help plan paddling trips. A park pass is needed to park.
A wooded 24-acre preserve with a restored historic cottage, walking trails through hardwood forest, a community garden and a quiet creek. The cottage hosts small events and programs. It is a peaceful spot for a short nature walk away from busy roads; trails are mostly easy.
A 30-acre urban forest along Roswell Road with trails winding through tall hardwoods and along a creek and wetland, protected and maintained by volunteers. It is an easy, shady walk close to busy streets. Look for spring wildflowers, and expect some steep sections.
A city park on the Chattahoochee River above Morgan Falls Dam with a long boardwalk and overlook, swings facing the water, a playground, fire pits and a dock for boat launches. It is a peaceful place for sunsets. Pavilions and fire pits can be reserved through the city.
A linear park along Abernathy Road known for its playful art sculptures that kids can climb on, plus a large playground, splash fountains, walking paths and picnic areas. It is very popular with families. Visit on weekday mornings or late afternoons when it is less crowded.
The two tall office towers of the Concourse at Landmark Center office park, nicknamed the King and Queen for their crown-like tops that light up at night. They are visible from Georgia 400 and Interstate 285 and are local landmarks. View them at dusk from nearby roads or from Perimeter Center.
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