Covington is a picturesque, walkable small city with a preserved historic downtown, an active restaurant/coffeeshop scene, regular local events and a surprising “Hollywood of the South” film history (The Vampire Diaries and many movies), so it feels lively and easy to enjoy off‑shift time during multi‑week contracts.
You’re not isolated — downtown Atlanta’s museums, dining and airport are about 35 miles west and the larger suburban hub of Conyers is roughly 11 miles away, making quick weekend escapes or big‑city amenities very doable while you’re based in Covington.