Sparta, Georgia is a small town located in Hancock County with a population of around 2,154 people. It is known for its historic sites, vast parklands and recreational areas. There are plenty of activities to do such as camping, fishing, hunting and hiking. For those looking for something more unique there is the Toonigh Creek Trail Canoe Run which offers an exciting adventure.
The reviews of Sparta, GA are overwhelmingly positive. Residents praise its friendly atmosphere and quaint downtown area, which is home to several restaurants and shops. Visitors enjoy the variety of outdoor activities available, many commenting that it's a great place to spend a weekend or even longer vacationing. Many say that the town has a comfortable feel to it and the locals are welcoming and hospitable. Overall, Sparta is highly recommended by travelers as an enjoyable destination to explore and experience southern charm at its best!
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Sparta Ga still stuck in 1950's racist America - 3/7/2019
If i could give this place a negative star, I would. I lived in Sparta GA for a period of 5 years and I never want to return. The town is segregated by race. 99% of the white children attend the private school called John Hancock Academy. While I lived there, I lived among the black population and was referred to as an "N" lover. I was ridiculed when I declined to accept the invitation for the white members of the town to pay for my children to attend the private school in order to get them out of the "black" school. The town is stuck in the dark ages. The judicial system is run by a group of old white men who are racist. Even the day is divided up to keep black and whites separate. There is an unwritten rule that white people do their shopping before noon, and black people come out after noon. One time I was sitting at a local restaurant with an African American man. This was a meeting I was having with him for my job. Wait staff was rude to the point we couldn't drink our
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