Parks
16 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- Hammond Park1 mi from downtown
- Morgan Falls Overlook Park2.7 mi from downtown
- Veterans Park0.7 mi from downtown
On a budget
Free things to do in Sandy Springs
4 kinds of free outings in and around Sandy Springs.
Good days out in Sandy Springs don’t have to cost anything. These ideas come from the city’s parks, libraries, historic landmarks and nearby public lands. For free concerts, markets and festivals this week, see the free events calendar.
Libraries
Borrow books, movies and museum passes, and join free programs.
- Sandy Springs Regional Library395 Mt. Vernon Highway
Hiking
Trails on public land; some areas charge a parking or day-use fee.
- Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park13 mi west
- Lake Sidney Lanier23 mi northeast
- Arabia Mountain National National Heritage Area25 mi southeast
Wildlife viewing
Birding and nature watching on public land.
- Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area6 mi northeast
- Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park13 mi west
- Payne Campground-Allatoona Lake18 mi northwest
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Morgan Falls Overlook Park | Things to Do in Sandy Springs GA
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What are free things to do in Sandy Springs?
Parks, Libraries, Hiking, Wildlife viewing. City parks and libraries are free; some outdoor areas on federal land charge a parking or day-use fee, noted on each listing.
Are there free events in Sandy Springs this weekend?
Check the free events calendar, updated daily from local organizations, libraries and the city.
Do I need a library card to use the library?
No card is needed to visit or attend most programs; a free card from the local library lets you borrow books, movies and often museum passes.