West of Atlanta along I-20, Douglas County offers easy commuting with a relaxed pace. Downtown Douglasville features restaurants, events and the O'Neal Plaza green space, while Arbor Place mall anchors local shopping. Sweetwater Creek State Park is known for its wooded trails and historic mill ruins, and Hunter Park and other county parks support sports and recreation. Communities such as Lithia Springs and Villa Rica add variety. Housing includes established neighborhoods, newer subdivisions and rural acreage.