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Greene County, Georgia

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Greene County sits in the heart of Georgia’s Lake Country, offering a mix of history and outdoor recreation. Greensboro is the county seat, located in the central part of the county. Lake Oconee is on the west side and provides excellent fishing, boating, and golfing opportunities.

The county’s past is evident in its antebellum homes and historic sites. Despite its rural roots, Greene County has become a popular retirement destination. The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee has put the area on the map for luxury travelers.

Agriculture still plays a role in the local economy, with dairy farms and timber production. Festivals like the Dairy Festival celebrate the county’s farming heritage. The nearby Oconee National Forest offers hiking and camping for nature lovers.

CategoryDetails
County NameGreene County
County SeatGreensboro
PopulationApproximately 19,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesGreensboro (county seat), Union Point, and several unincorporated communities
Interstates and HighwaysU.S. Route 278, State Route 12, State Route 44
FIPS Code13-133
Total Area (Land and Water)396 square miles (land: 388 sq mi, water: 8 sq mi)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction)Oglethorpe County (North), Taliaferro County (East), Hancock County (Southeast), Putnam County (Southwest), Morgan County (West), Oconee County (Northwest)
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.5730° N, 83.1833° W
EtymologyNamed in honor of Nathanael Greene, a major general in the American Revolutionary War
Major LandmarksLake Oconee, the historic courthouse in Greensboro, and the Greensboro Historic District
WebsiteGreene County Website

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