DeKalb sets meeting to discuss renovations for Glen Emerald Lake

The DeKalb County Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Affairs will host a renovation planning meeting for the Glen Emerald Lake and dam 7 p.m. Jan. 31 at Gresham Recreation Center, 3113 Gresham Road SE Atlanta.

For many residents, the area is a hidden intown gem. Located south of East Atlanta it has 28 acres of playgrounds and athletic fields. A beautiful lake gives the park its name. A half-mile trail circles the lake, which has two small islands and some old stone ruins along it. The lake attracts many geese, ducks and great blue herons.

Visit the park at 1479 Bouldercrest Road.