Adams County Map, Pennsylvania
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Adams County, Pennsylvania
Adams County sits in south-central Pennsylvania, right on the Maryland border. It has a lot of history packed into its rolling hills and farmland.
Gettysburg, the county seat, was the site of a major Civil War battle. You can still visit the battlefield today. As such, the town is also filled with museums, historic sites, and guided tours.
Apples are big business here. In fact, the county produces tons of them each year. It’s beautiful in the fall when the orchards are full of ripe fruit. The Appalachian Trail cuts through part of the county too. Lots of hikers stop in the small towns to resupply.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Adams County |
| County Seat | Gettysburg |
| Population | Approximately 104,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Gettysburg, Littlestown, New Oxford, Fairfield, Bonneauville, McSherrystown, Biglerville |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 15, U.S. Highway 30, State Highway 94, State Highway 116 |
| FIPS Code | 42-001 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 522 square miles (519 sq mi land, 3 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Cumberland County (North), York County (East), Carroll County, Maryland (Southeast), Frederick County, Maryland (Southwest), Franklin County (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (EST) |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| Coordinates | 39°52’N, 77°13’W |
| Etymology | Named after President John Adams |
| Major Landmarks | Gettysburg National Military Park, Eisenhower National Historic Site, Adams County Historical Society |
| Website | Adams County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Adams County Topographic Map
Adams County has a gentle but varied topography. Broad, rolling hills dominate the southern part. The elevation rises slightly in the west, where wooded ridges appear. However, most of the county remains open and cultivated.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Adams County Road Map
The road system in Adams County is practical and direct. Major routes like U.S. Route 15 cut through farmland and forests. Though it doesn’t feel congested, there’s enough access to get around easily. Use our zoom tool below in our road map to get familiar with Adams County.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Adams County Satellite Map
In Adams County, you’ll notice the farms right away. You’ll see long fields in tan, green, and gold. But the old town centers break up the pattern. Clusters of trees wind along creeks. Though some forest remains, agriculture is the star here.
OUTLINE MAP
Adams County Blank Map
Adams County is shaped like a thick wedge pointing north. Its southern edge borders Maryland. The southern boundary follows the state line.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 5 neighboring counties of Adams County:
Pennsylvania County Map
Pennsylvania’s 67 counties contains steel city lights, Amish country backroads, and Pocono mountain escapes. Mileage may vary, but the stories won’t.