Acworth is a city in Cobb and Cherokee Counties, Georgia, about 26 miles northwest of downtown Atlanta. With a population of roughly 22,000, it sits in the foothills of the North Georgia mountains along the southeastern banks of Lake Acworth and Lake Allatoona, a setting that has earned it the nickname the "Lake City." The city is part of Metro Atlanta and combines a preserved historic downtown with lake recreation and suburban growth. Acworth's historic downtown, with its restored storefronts and period architecture, anchors the community and hosts shops, restaurants, and events throughout the year. The city's two lakes define its recreation and character: Lake Acworth offers a swimming beach and in-town parks, while Lake Allatoona, a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir, provides boating, fishing, and miles of shoreline along the city's edge. Acworth's roots as a railroad and mill town are reflected in its compact downtown and older neighborhoods, even as the city has grown into a suburban community. Lake living remains central to daily life: residents launch boats, fish, and swim within minutes of home, and the lakes draw seasonal visitors from across the metro. Public schools are primarily part of the Cobb County School District, with some portions of the city falling in Cherokee County's district. Commuters reach Atlanta by car via the Interstate 75 corridor and the surrounding highway network, or by park-and-ride bus service through CobbLinc and regional Xpress routes. Acworth draws families and residents seeking a small-town atmosphere, lake access, and strong schools within commuting distance of Atlanta. Whether in a lakefront neighborhood, a restored in-town home, or a conventional subdivision, residents share access to the city's signature lakes and its walkable, event-filled downtown.