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Hearing about Covington from the folks who live or visit here can give you a sense of how much fun a trip to Covington can be. Our blogs allow you to make a deep dive into Covington as you plan your visit.
Covington may be known as The Hollywood of the South™ but there’s more to it – more action, that is. You have equal access to three rivers and three lakes that offer fishing, boating, summertime swimming and picnicking facilities, and all are close by.
Make a tee time at Ashton Hills Golf Club, voted one of Atlanta area’s Top 10 golf courses here in Covington. Find your fun in 15 parks and their facilities managed by the Newton County Recreation Commission. Because of our outstanding and award-winning ball fields, tournaments are held here with teams competing from across the Southeast.
The Recreation Commission offers programs such as day camps, fitness classes and special events. Through a partnership with the Newton County Trails - Path Foundation, Newton Recreation is building a network of hard-surfaced, multi-use trails throughout the county.
What are your passions? Come out and play! Play tennis, pickleball, disc golf, and basketball. Find your field of dreams for baseball, softball, soccer and football matches. Kids have playgrounds and splash pads. Miles of walking and biking trails wind through the city and its urban and forested areas with creeks, woods, and serenity. You can rent a pavilion for grilling out at a family reunion or just find one for shade on a hot summer day. Gymnasiums, a senior center … are you getting the picture that Covington is stacked with parks and things to do?
Think about what team sports teach: skills development, fair play, teamwork, cooperation, responsibility, and fun! The Recreation Commission wants everyone to have an opportunity to play in any game and to play different positions on the field/court as you wish.
The Recreation Commission’s mission is to provide quality recreation and leisure programs at the best facilities to meet the ever-changing needs for all ages and abilities. They continue to preserve land and resources to enrich the community and future generations.
The next time you feel uninspired, or you are planning a visit to historic Covington and need to identify an amazing place to relax or find a new adventure, choose your park and natural setting. Come out and play in Covington!
