New playground opens at Poole’s Mill

FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — A new playground has been installed and is now open at Poole’s Mill Park (7725 Poole’s Mill Road).

The playground replaces the previous one located near the parking area and is designed for ages 5-12. The playground includes slides, swings (one handicapped accessible), an IKO ball climber, synthetic turf surfacing and more. Shade sails will be installed at a later date.

The cost of the playground replacement project is $210,000 and was funded by the Forsyth County Parks and Recreation 2020 Capital Replacement Plan Budget. The work was designed and completed by Great Southern Recreation out of Chattanooga.

“The park has much to offer families with beautiful natural resources and an historic covered bridge,” said Parks & Recreation Director Jim Pryor. “Now, with this updated playground, there is another element that we hope families can enjoy for many years to come.”

Poole’s Mill Park, located in northwest Forsyth County, also features a covered bridge, creek, picnic pavilions and the Cumming Garden Club’s Memorial Garden.

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