Red Top Mountain State Park lies (lays?) to the northwest of Atlanta on Lake Allatoona, a 12,000 acre man-made playground. The name is derived from the red soil in the area that was popular for the mining of abundant iron ore. The park has still events that celebrate that heritage.
Lake Allatoona ~ Photo by Robert Sutherland
Located across the lake from Allatoona Dam, Red Top Mountain has boat ramps, hiking trails, a nifty visitors center, camping and interesting presentations by people who share their love and knowledge of wildlife and nature.
The Battle of Allatoona Pass was fought on a battlefield that is now within the park. The 1864 Atlanta Campaign of the American Civil War is commemorated by the Allatoona Pass Civil War Interpretation Trail. Learn about this historic fight through interpretative signs along the path.
Red Top Mountain State Park Hiking Trails
There are twelve miles of hiking trails that wind through the park, including:
Red Top Activities
- Archery
- Biking — 4 mile trail
- Boating — private boats permitted
- Educational Programs
- Fishing
- Geocaching
- Interpretive Programs
- Miniature Golf (fee)
- Muddy Spokes Club
- Pickleball
- Picnicking
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Water Skiing
- Weddings — park approval required
Red Top Mountain Amenities
- Plenty of room to roam and relax
- 12,000 Acre Lake Allatoona
- 18 Cottages
- 36 Tent, Trailer & RV Campites
- 52 Walk-In Campsites
- 1 Yurt
- 1 Pioneer Campground
- 7 Picnic Shelters
- 2 Group Shelters (seats 150 & 200)
- Sand Beach
- Boat Rentals at Park Marina
- Boat Ramps
- Boat Docks
- Playgrounds
Helpful Links
Contact Information
- Park Office: 770-975-0055
- Visitor Center: 770-975-4226
- Red Top Mountain State Park Website
Reservations for Red Top Mtn State Park
- Reservations: 800-864-7275
- Red Top Mtn State Park Campground Map
- Click Here for Camping Fees
Directions to Red Top Mountain
- 50 Lodge Road SE, Cartersville, GA 30121
- Red Top Mountain State Park is 1.5 miles east of I-75 Exit #275
- GPS Coordinates: N 34.142950, W -084.706700