There are a number of campgrounds in the city including Bald Ridge Creek Park, Sawnee Park and Shady Grove Park. Also located near Cumming is the historical Mill Covered Bridge, built in 1906, which spans Settendown Creek.

The Lanierland Music Park provides visitors with top name country music entertainment from early summer to late fall.

According to 2000 Census, the City of Cumming had a population of 4,220 persons. Between 1990 and 2000, the city experienced a population increase of 49.2%, compared to the state growth during this period of 26.4%.