Clayton County brings the diversity of the ATL to our smaller-town communities, each with its own flair.
Listen to the impressive, handmade Italian organ at Spivey Hall – Clayton State University, the “Carnegie Hall of the South.” There also are parks and recreation centers, bark parks, a water park and Spivey Lake.
The Farmers Market offers tastes from summer harvests and items made by hand.
Most of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is in Clayton County. Four major interstates – I-75, I-85, I-285, and I-675 – pass through Clayton County and provide 19 exits. This is an ideal location for logistics and distribution. I-20 also is close to the county border.
Exceptional healthcare facilities, an upwardly striving Clayton County Public School System, Clayton State University, and refreshing community festivals make Clayton County home for residents from around the world and for those with roots here since the railroad industry first laid tracks in the mid-1830s.
Parks & Trails
- Clayton County Parks and Recreation manages 32 parks: 13+ miles of trails; 4 recreational facilities; a nature preserve; 40+ athletic fields; 25 tennis courts; and 10 pickle ball courts.
- Clayton County’s nationally accredited Senior Services Department encourages independence and a high quality of life with senior centers and activities, and affordable meals.
Lee Street Park & Amphitheatre
With more than 5 acres of public green space, activities include performances at the state-of-the-art amphitheater, a farmers’ market; walking tracks, and an expansive playground.
Spivey Splash Waterpark
The waterpark has a Kiddie Pool, Slide Tower, Sports Pools, and one of the state’s two Flow Riders for surfing.
Clayton County Tennis Center
One of Atlanta’s premier tennis centers features 17 lighted hard courts.
Clayton County Bark Parks
Furry family members also have parks – bark parks – that include rinse-off stations and water fountains.
- Clayton County International Park
2300 Walt Stephens Road, Jonesboro, GA - Gerald Matthews Complex
1935 McDonough Road, Hampton, GA - Grant Road Park
4255 Grant Road, Ellenwood, GA
Lake Spivey
Georgia’s largest private lake is fed by clear water springs. Boating for residents only.
Lake Spivey Golf Club
Play on a championship layout with 18 holes of fun, fair and challenging golf. Daily tee times and memberships are offered.
Spivey Hall at Clayton
State University
The University’s elegant, 400-seat Spivey Hall has presented the best jazz and classical music to the metro Atlanta area. The Albert Schweitzer Memorial Organ
is a 4,413-pipe organ housed within
faux marble and gold leaf casework.