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Comfortably South of Atlanta (Henry County's Slogan) User Rating 4.5 rating By bobplan ( Feb 24, 2015) Like Henry County's slogan, McDonough is "comfortably south of the center of big city Atlanta, only 30 miles away.
ATL airport is even closer. Interstates connect you to everywhere (I-75 bisects McDonough).

While growth is filling in lots of the southern crescent of Metro Atlan
...Read More ta, McDonough still has open space and farms and lakes nearby.

The signature icon for McDonough is the historic town square with its Henry County Courthouse, historic shops and year-round events.

Many other Main Street communities are envious of McDonough's eclectic downtown eating places.

Many movies shoot here for its unique look and locations.

Big box retail and national chains are here for your service.

Unique and compelling sites are in and around McDonough and you can explore famous very urban and very rural destinations within pleasant drives. There's a NASCAR track, a wildlife sanctuary, pick-your-own farms and re-enactments within stone's throw. Read Less
Comfortably South of Atlanta (Henry County's Slogan) User Rating 4 rating By bobplan ( Feb 16, 2015) Like Henry County's slogan, McDonough is "comfortably south of the center of big city Atlanta, only 30 miles away.
ATL airport is even closer. Interstates connect you to everywhere (I-75 bisects McDonough).

While growth is filling in lots of the southern crescent of Metro Atla
...Read More nta, McDonough still has open space and farms and lakes nearby.

The signature icon for McDonough is the historic town square with its Henry County Courthouse, historic shops and year-round events.

Many other Main Street communities are envious of McDonough's eclectic downtown eating places.

Many movies shoot here for its unique look and locations.

Big box retail and national chains are here for your service.

Unique and compelling sites are in and around McDonough and you can explore famous very urban and very rural destinations within pleasant drives. There's a NASCAR track, a wildlife sanctuary, pick-your-own farms and re-enactments within stone's throw. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in McDonough? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Rufus L. Stewart Park
      McDonough Square
      Red Hawk Baseball Complex and Nature Preserve
      Alexander Park West
      Big Springs Park
      Alexander Park
      Heritage Park Playground
      Heritage Park

      Entertainment

      Heritage Park Veterans Museum
      McDonough Stadium Cinema

      Food & Drink

      Scoops
      Domino's
      Checkers
      Hardee's
      Papa John's
      Sonic
      Wendy's
      McDonald's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in McDonough? Of all people who commute, 1.4% take public transportation in McDonough.
      Drive to Work
      80%

      4% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      4% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      C- Health & Safety

      Is McDonough a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors