Map of Georgia – Counties, Cities & Location Guide

This page provides a map of Georgia along with a clear overview of its counties, major cities and geographic location in the southeastern United States. It is designed for education, travel planning and general reference.

Georgia is known for its varied landscapes, Appalachian foothills, coastal plain, Atlantic coastline and major cities such as Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus and Savannah.

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

This map highlights Georgia’s position in the southeastern United States, including its neighbouring states, coastline and broad geographic layout.

Where Is Georgia Located?

Georgia is located in the southeastern United States. It borders several states and has a short coastline on the Atlantic Ocean.

• North: Tennessee and North Carolina
• East: South Carolina and Atlantic Ocean
• South: Florida
• West: Alabama

Counties of Georgia

Georgia is divided into 159 counties, which are its main administrative divisions. This gives Georgia one of the highest county counts of any US state.

• Major counties: Fulton County, Gwinnett County, Cobb County, DeKalb County and Chatham County
• County seats: each county has its own administrative centre or county seat

A county map of Georgia typically shows county boundaries, county seats, major highways and nearby cities.

Major Regions of Georgia

Georgia is often described using broad geographic and cultural regions.

• North Georgia: includes mountain and foothill regions
• Metro Atlanta: includes Atlanta and surrounding suburban counties
• Central Georgia: includes Macon and inland agricultural areas
• South Georgia: includes rural plains and farming regions
• Coastal Georgia: includes Savannah and Atlantic coastal communities
• Piedmont region: rolling uplands across much of central and northern Georgia

Major Cities in Georgia

• Atlanta — capital and largest city
• Augusta — major eastern city
• Columbus — major western city
• Savannah — major coastal city
• Athens — major northeastern city
• Macon — major central city
• Sandy Springs — major city in metro Atlanta

Key Geographic Features

• Blue Ridge Mountains — northern mountain region
• Piedmont — rolling upland region across central Georgia
• Coastal Plain — flatter southern and eastern areas
• Atlantic coastline — eastern coast including barrier islands
• Savannah River — forms much of the Georgia–South Carolina border
• Okefenokee Swamp — large wetland in southern Georgia
• Chattahoochee River — major western river and metro Atlanta waterway

Georgia Map Resources

• OpenStreetMap – Georgia
• Google Maps – Georgia
• Wikimedia Commons – Maps of Georgia

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Georgia Map FAQs

• Where is Georgia located?
  Georgia is located in the southeastern United States.
• What is the capital of Georgia?
  Atlanta is the capital city.
• How many counties does Georgia have?
  Georgia has 159 counties.
• What are the biggest cities in Georgia?
  Major cities include Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus, Savannah and Athens.

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