Poole's Mill Park
Cumming, Georgia
The 1901 covered bridge over Settingdown Creek is the postcard, but the smooth rock shoals below it are what fill the parking lot on warm days — an unofficial, unsupervised splash spot, so judge the water yourself and stay close on the slick rocks. The shallow area right at the bridge tends to suit newly-walking toddlers, while older kids gravitate to a deeper stretch downstream with tubes or floats. Bring a bag for wet gear unless you enjoy discovering a damp surprise in the car the next morning.
Before you go
Best time to visit: Year-round; creek play in warm months
Worth packing
- Water shoes
- Towels
- Dry change of clothes
- Picnic supplies
- Blanket or folding chairs
Good to know
- Restrooms
- Parking
- Dog-friendly
- Picnic tables
- Playground
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