In Floyd County, you can explore two wildlife management areas of very different sizes and Cave Spring as distinct highlights. The Arrowhead Wildlife Management Area covers 338 acres, while the Berry College Wildlife Management Area covers 15,609 acres. Cave Spring complements the natural areas with a spring-fed lake, routes through town and a historic cabin. If you’re looking for a hotel, first consider which of these stops will be the focus of your trip.
Regional Overview
Cave Spring is in southwestern Floyd County, at the western end of Vann’s Valley. Cave Spring is 16 miles from Rome and 75 miles northwest of Atlanta. This location can help you place the town in your travel plans.
Woodlands and Activities
The Arrowhead Wildlife Management Area is mostly covered by mature mixed forests of pine and hardwood trees. The 338-acre area includes lakes and managed waterfowl impoundments. The Berry College Wildlife Management Area covers 15,609 acres and has biking, horseback riding and hiking trails. These figures show the two natural areas in the county are on very different scales.
Biking, hiking and wildlife viewing are available at the Berry College Wildlife Management Area. Horseback riding requires a permit issued by Berry College. Trails may close seasonally, including during some hunting seasons; factor this into your plans and check for current notices before setting out. Activities at the Arrowhead Wildlife Management Area include hiking, geocaching, hunting, wildlife viewing and youth fishing. Geocaching is subject to seasonal restrictions and restrictions during managed hunts.
Fishing is allowed year-round at the lakes and ponds in the Arrowhead Wildlife Management Area. Adults aged 18 and older must be accompanied by a child or teenager aged 17 or younger. Check current regulations before fishing.
Cave Spring: Spring Water, Routes and History
The 1.5-acre, spring-fed Rolater Lake is open for swimming; the swimming season runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check current local notices before your trip. The spring at Cave Spring also feeds a reflection pool and a shallow stream where small children can splash.
The routes are also specific: the Pinhoti Trail runs through Rolater Park in Cave Spring. U.S. Bicycle Route 21 passes through Cave Spring and connects Atlanta with Chattanooga. If you’re planning a trip, it’s worth checking current route information.
The Vann Cherokee Cabin was built in 1810 by Avery Vann of the Cherokee Nation. The cabin opened to the public in 2016. It adds a historic connection to Cave Spring’s nature and route offerings.
Recreation and Finding Accommodation
The Rome-Floyd Parks and Recreation Authority offers 27 parks, pavilions and six recreation centers in Floyd County. These include facilities in Lindale, Armuchee, Shannon, Coosa, Garden Lakes and downtown Rome. Since facilities and offerings can change, check current notices for your destination before visiting.
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