Located approximately 20 miles southwest of downtown Atlanta, Norcross is home to more than 16,634 residents and the Waffle House headquarters. It is Gwinnett County's second oldest city. There is plenty to do here, including beautiful parks, a historic district, and the largest folk art festival in the world.
The city of Norcross is only 4.65 square miles, but that doesn't mean there's nothing to do. Quite the opposite, it is easy to keep busy in Norcross. Contrary to what many people believe, you don't have to travel to Atlanta, Sandy Springs, or Marietta to enjoy yourself.
Norcross has a vibrant and active arts community. The city is host to the annual Slotin Folk Festival, widely considered the largest folk art festival on Earth. Norcross is nearly limitless with all the things you can do and see. Here are a few to get you started:
The Western Gwinnett Bikeway
This signature trail is 6.4 miles long, 10 feet to 14 feet wide and connects many of Gwinnett County's neighborhoods. The asphalt surface is perfect for walking or cycling. It is open all year long.
Malibu Norcross
The kids will have a blast at this fun venue which has Bumper Boats, Miniature Golf, Batting Cages, a Game Room, a Go-Kart track, a water park with 1000 feet of water slides, and other family-friendly activities.
Lillian Webb Park
This 5-acre park has a beautiful waterfall, gazebo, fountain, and cement paths where you can take a relaxing stroll. Kids will love the interactive splash pad and volleyball courts. It's a great spot to enjoy an outdoor lunch on a blanket.
Thrasher Park
You can sit on the benches and enjoy the shady trees and cool breeze or have an outdoor meal at the picnic areas with grills and a beautiful covered pavilion. There is a kiddie park, and because it is right next to the train tracks that go through Norcross, children love seeing trains go by.
Best Friend Park
This 43-acre park has outdoor leisure play pools, 17 lighted tennis courts, a gym, badminton courts, basketball courts, baseball and softball fields, a playground, grills and picnic facilities, and a .75-mile paved trail. It's an excellent place to bring children, and there is plenty of shade on a hot day.
Rossie Brundage Park
Located on Autry Street, this park has baseball and softball fields, a basketball court, grills and a pavilion, and a playground for the younger children to enjoy.
Tiny Towne
This unique attraction is a fun place to hang out for an afternoon. They offer training and instruction and a supervised, safe place for kids to drive a car by themselves. They claim to be the "safest and most advanced driving school in the world" and offer a "Carcade" with more than 40 different games, two different level tracks, a restaurant, and a computer lab filled with 30 touch screen computers and simulators.
Robert D. Fowler Family YMCA
This neighborhood center offers a pool, steam room, sauna, bikes, and classes all day. You can learn yoga, have a session with the Massage Therapist, or work with a personal trainer. This Y is open seven days a week.
Jones Bridge Park
This 30-acre park has plenty to do including a playground, green area to play, grills, and a great view of the river. You can wade or fish or have a picnic in the provided spaces. There are also three soccer fields and a community room.
Take a stroll through Town
Take a walk through the center of town and explore The Norcross Historic District. Or, grab a brochure at the visitor's center and take the Norcross' Historic Tree Walk and take in all of the city's 1,123 trees.
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