What to do in the Area:

Cherokee County, Alabama: Weiss Lake is a centerpiece of Cherokee County, but numerous recreational activities can be found within minutes of the lakefront. Hiking trails and Natural Adventures can be found at Cherokee Rock Village, Little River National Preserve and Canyon Mouth Park Recreation Area.

Cherokee County, named for the Cherokee Indians, was established by the Alabama legislature on 1836 Jan. 9. Cherokee County is located in the northeastern portion of the state, in the Appalachian Mountains. Cherokee County encompasses 553 square miles. It is bordered on the north by DeKalb County, on the west by Etowah County, on the south by Calhoun and Cleburne, and the east by Chattooga and Floyd Counties, GA.

For more information visit the Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce.
Links: www.cherokee-chamber.org
For fishing licenses: www.outdooralabama.com

Rome: Just 30 minutes from the retreat house in Floyd County, Georgia is the city of Rome. Rome, surrounded by the Etowah, Oostanaula and Coosa Rivers, was founded in 1834. Explore downtown and gaze at the lovely houses and churches that stretch from Broad Street southeast to the Etowah River. There are many historic sites as well as Victorian architecture and charm. There are numerous antique and specialty shops in the Historic Downtown Rome area, as well as art and decorative shops. The community calendar of activities for the nearby Rome area can be found at www.romegeorgia.org or visit the chamber site at www.romega.com.

Floyd County also offers a variety of recreational opportunities. From exquisite country club settings to award winning public golf and tennis courts, Rome offers of numerous options for recreation. Children and adults will enjoy established parks, walking trails and rivers in our area. To find out more about recreation in Rome & Floyd County, contact the Rome-Floyd Parks & Recreation Authority at 706.291.0776.