Catoosa County Map, Georgia
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Catoosa County, Georgia
Catoosa County is tucked up in Georgia’s northwest corner. Ringgold serves as the county seat, a town with more history than you might expect. The county is wedged next to Chattanooga, giving it a unique vibe.
The county is named after a Cherokee chief, which tells you something about its past. The Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park spills over from Tennessee, drawing history buffs. Lake Winnepesaukah, an old-school amusement park, is a local favorite.
Catoosa County is doing its thing, balancing its small-town roots with the pull of nearby cities. You’ve got your commuters, your longtime locals, and folks just passing through on I-75. It’s a place where you can still find a good meat-and-three lunch and strike up a conversation with a stranger.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Catoosa County |
County Seat | Ringgold |
Population | Approximately 90,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Ringgold, Fort Oglethorpe, Lookout Mountain, Tunnel Hill |
Interstates and Highways | I-75, US 41, US 76, State Routes 2, 71, 151 |
FIPS Code | 13-047 |
Total Area (Land and Water) | 160 square miles (land: 154 sq mi, water: 6 sq mi) |
Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Hamilton County, Tennessee (North), Whitfield County (East), Walker County (West) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
State | Georgia |
Coordinates | 34.9340° N, 85.1468° W |
Etymology | Named for Chief Catoosa, a Cherokee chief |
Major Landmarks | Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, Lookout Mountain, Ringgold Depot |
Website | Catoosa County Website |
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