Austell combines the Six Flags Over Georgia amusement park with municipal parks, a community market and traces of local history. Six Flags is located in Austell, Georgia; Sweetwater Creek also flows through the city. The different highlights range from rides and a water park to disc golf, walking trails, history and market visits. The following places and features offer specific points of interest.
Amusement Park and a Variety of Rides
Six Flags Over Georgia has 11 roller coasters. The park also includes the Hurricane Harbor water park; admission is included with park entry. Since attractions and admission arrangements can change, check the latest information before your visit.
The rides described differ considerably in type. The Riverview Carousel is a timeless carousel with 60 intricately painted horses. Hanson Cars is a classic ride in motorized cars through Carousel Hill. Thunder River offers whitewater rafting; each raft holds up to 12 people. This puts a carousel, a motorized car ride and rafting side by side as distinct experiences. The raft capacity also provides a specific indication of what to expect on Thunder River.
Parks, Disc Golf and Walking Trails
Austell's municipal park system includes eight recreational facilities and one passive park. Louise Suggs Memorial Park has an 18-hole disc golf course with 36 baskets. Restrooms and picnic tables are also available. These figures give a concrete description of the course; the tables and restrooms are useful points of reference for a visit to the park.
The I. T. and Lodemia Terrell Community Garden offers a different combination: it includes an education center and a nature trail. Sweetwater Creek flows through Austell. Legion Park at Sweetwater Creek has a renovated walking trail with beautiful, scenic views of the creek. Check the trail's condition before your visit. Austell offers a range of outdoor activities: a course with a set number of holes and baskets, a nature trail, and a walking trail overlooking the waterway.
Local History and Community Market
Austell was founded in 1885 and was historically known as a health resort. The Coats and Clark Threadmill Complex, a restored multipurpose complex in Austell, is another link to the city's history. Clarkdale was built as a planned community in 1932. The dates place two distinct historical details in context: Clarkdale was built 47 years after Austell was founded. Along with Austell's former status as a health resort, they provide several points of reference for exploring the area's history.
The Austell Market takes place every two weeks in 2026 as a community market in Downtown Austell. Visitors can buy fresh produce, homemade baked goods, handcrafted items and specialty products there. The market adds a different dimension to travel planning than the rides or parks: its focus is on goods from local vendors. The offerings of individual vendors may change. Check the dates before visiting, as the market schedule may change.
There is an important caveat regarding the Austell Museum: it is temporarily closed to the public. Check its current status before your trip. This helps you plan around the visiting options that are actually available, while the other topics described—amusement park, parks, market and local history—offer different ways to enjoy a stay in Austell.
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