Beaufort County Map, South Carolina
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Beaufort County, South Carolina
The coastal region of South Carolina is home to Beaufort County, a place where land and water form a maze of islands, marshes, and inlets.
Hilton Head Island is Lowcountry resort town and barrier island. But the county seat of Beaufort oozes Southern charm with its antebellum homes. Historians geek out over the area’s role in the Civil War.
Fishing is big business here. So is shrimping. The local Gullah culture adds a unique flavor to the mix. It’s hot in the summer, but the ocean breezes help. Beaufort County’s a slice of Lowcountry paradise.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Beaufort County |
| County Seat | Beaufort |
| Population | Approximately 207,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Beaufort, Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, Port Royal, Hardeeville, Yemassee |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Highway 21, U.S. Highway 278, State Highway 170 |
| FIPS Code | 45-013 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 923 square miles (587 sq mi land, 336 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Colleton County (North), Jasper County (West), Hampton County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (EST) |
| State | South Carolina |
| Coordinates | 32°25’N, 80°40’W |
| Etymology | Named after Henry Somerset, the 1st Duke of Beaufort |
| Major Landmarks | Hunting Island State Park, Parris Island, Sea Pines Resort, Harbour Town Lighthouse |
| Website | Beaufort County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Beaufort County Topographic Map
The land barely rises above sea level. Marshes, tidal flats, and sandy stretches make up much of the terrain. It’s flat, but always shifting, shaped more by water than elevation. Our zoom tool below helps break it all down.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Beaufort County Road Map
Although it’s coastal, Beaufort County’s roads twist inland before heading anywhere. Routes jump across rivers and weave through marshland. Bridges are key connectors but they’re not always quick.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Beaufort County Satellite Map
Water dominates the view. Channels, creeks, and inlets slice the land into fragments. Tree canopies cover much of the dry land, but salt marshes fill along the edges. Urban development hugs the coast but doesn’t spread far inland. Islands are everywhere.
OUTLINE MAP
Beaufort County Blank Map
The shape looks like a puzzle missing a few pieces. It hugs the coast, with long peninsulas and scattered islands. Rivers like the Broad and the Coosaw carve into its borders, and the Atlantic Ocean marks its eastern edge.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 3 neighboring counties of Beaufort County:
South Carolina County Map
South Carolina’s 46 counties keep things interesting. Some swing to beach tunes, others hum with history. You’ll find gators, grits, and gospel… sometimes all in the same afternoon.