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Clarkston
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Located in Dekalb County, GA, about 10 miles east of Atlanta, 5 miles east of Decatur, and 5 miles west of Stone Mountain, Clarkston only encompasses about 1.1 square miles. The city’s motto is “Small Town, Big Heart,” and is known for its distinct southern character and diverse population. Clarkston is home to points of interest like Milam Park, the first public park in the county, which now holds picnic areas, a dog park, tennis courts, a playground, and ball fields; and the central campus of Georgia Perimeter College.