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     Red Top Mountain State Park and Lodge

Reservations (800) 864-7275
Lodge Reservations (800) 573-9658
Park (770) 975-4226

FACILITIES AVAILABLE for July 3-5 weekend!
RV/Tent Campsites, Picnic Shelters, Group Shelters, Lodge Rooms, Cottage
(as of June 30, 2009 - availability updates are posted every Tuesday)
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 Park Marine. Twelve miles of hiking trails wind through the park, providing opportunities for exercise and to explore a reconstructed 1860s log cabin (open and staffed on Saturdays). The park's lodge, restaurant and meeting facilities make Red Top a great getaway for family reunions and business groups. A 3/4-mile paved trail behind the restaurant is suitable for wheelchairs and strollers. Named for the soil's rich red color caused by high iron-ore content, Red Top Mountain was once an important mining area for iron.
Voted "Best Attraction" in Bartow County's 2008 People's Choice Awards.

Park Hours: 7AM-10PM
Lodge Hours: 24-Hour Service






FACILITIES:
  • 1,776 Acres
  • 92 Tent, Trailer, RV Sites ($23-$25)
  • 1 Yurt ($55)
  • 18 Cottages ($105-$135) -- #17 and #18 are dog friendly ($40 per dog, limit 2)
  • 33-Room ($75-$130) Lodge & Conference Center (Wireless Internet Service)
  • 7 Picnic Shelters ($40)
  • 2 Group Shelters (seat 100 and 250, $230-$250)
  • Pioneer Campground ($25 and up)
  • Meeting Facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Swimming Beach (seasonal)
  • Swimming Pool (lodge and cottage guests only)
  • Tennis Courts

ACTIVITIES:
  • Allatoona Pass
  • Hiking and Biking - 12.5 miles of wooded trails, 3/4-mile paved accessible trail
  • Biking -- 4-mile Iron Hill Trail
  • Boating and Skiing - marina, 2 ramps, 2 docks
  • Fishing - private boats permitted, no HP limit
  • Picnicking
  • Swimming
  • Ranger Programs
  • Miniature Golf ($3)

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Events
Mountain Music Series
Saturdays 8 PM - 9 PM until Jul 25, 2009 
Handicapped AccessibleEnjoy a summer evening at the Vaughn Cabin, listening to the sounds of live mountain and bluegrass music. Bring a lawnchair or blanket and have fun with the whole family. Call the park for the band of the week. $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
Get Outdoors Georgia Junior Ranger and Get Outdoors GA Badge Day
Saturday, Jul 18, 2009 10 AM to 3 PM
Children ages 6-12 will have an opportunity to participate in a variety of ranger-led activities as an introduction to the Junior Ranger and Get Outdoors GA programs. They will complete some of the badge requirements and get a jump start on earning their badges. $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
Fall at the Homestead and Iron Pour
Saturday & Sunday 10 AM - 4 PM from Sep 26, 2009 until Sep 27, 2009 
Step back to the early 1800s with a visit to the Vaughn log cabin where our staff and volunteers will demonstrate activities associated with pioneer life. Try your hand at candle dipping and woodworking, or play a few games. An iron pour will be held in the evening.  $7 scratch blocks for iron pour, plus $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
Get Outdoors Georgia The Battle of Allatoona Pass
Saturday & Sunday 10 AM - 4 PM from Oct 3, 2009 until Oct 4, 2009 
Walk the trails, visit the Star Fort earthworks, and follow the old Tennessee Road just as the soldiers did in 1864. Explore daily life in the tent city, and see rifle and cannon demonstrations. This event is located near the park at Allatoona Pass Battlefield. $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
Get Outdoors Georgia Halloween Hayrides
Friday, Oct 16, 2009 7 PM to 9 PM
Saturday, Oct 17, 2009 7 PM to 9 PM
Friday, Oct 23, 2009 7 PM to 9 PM
Saturday, Oct 24, 2009 7 PM to 9 PM
Friday, Oct 30, 2009 7 PM to 9 PM
Saturday, Oct 31, 2009 7 PM to 9 PM
Take a "spooktacular" hayride and then listen closely as storytellers bring ghosts and goblins to life around a campfire. Suitable for all ages. Reservations required. $5 parking. 770-975-4226.
Christmas at the Cabin
Saturday, Dec 12, 2009 10 AM to 4 PM
Handicapped AccessibleBring your kids and camera for a photo opportunity with Santa and his Mrs. by the fireplace. Experience the sights and sounds of holiday preparations in a simpler time. $5 parking. 770-975-4226.

  Address/Directions
Red Top Mountain State Park and Lodge
50 Lodge Rd SE
Cartersville , GA 30121

Located 45 minutes north of Atlanta near Cartersville, 1.5 miles east of I-75 exit #285.

 
 
Make reservations using the options above or call 1-800-864-7275 (Monday-Friday, 8AM-8PM; Saturday-Sunday, 9AM-5PM EST).
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