Recreation in Athens, Georgia
State Parks
Watson Mill Bridge State Park 706-783-5349
650 Watson Mill Bridge Road, Comer, GA 30629
Located 3 Miles South of Comer off Highway 22
Watson Mill Bridge contains the longest covered bridge in Georgia, which spans 229 feet across the South Fork River; campsites, log cabin bunkhouses, horse stables,... more info map
Recreation Areas
Athens YMCA 706-543-6596
915 Hawthorne Avenue, Athens, GA 30606
Fun activity and recreation center for all ages promoting caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and faith. more info map
Sports Centers
Active Climbing - Indoor Rock Climbing Gym 706-354-0038
665 Barber Street, Athens, GA 30601
Located 2 Minutes from Downtown
The first and only indoor rock climbing gym serving Athens and nearby cities. All levels welcome. There are two rooms - one for climbers and one for kids & parties.... more info
Hiking & Climbing
North Oconee River Greenway and Heritage Trail 706-613-3801
205 Old Commerce Road, Athens, GA 30601
There are thirteen miles of northern boundary available to joggers, walkers, and bikers on this greenway and heritage trail. more info map
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