Lincoln County Map, Georgia
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Lincoln County, Georgia
Lincoln County is a part of rural America that often flies under the radar. It’s located in the eastern part of the state, right on the South Carolina border. The county seat is Lincolnton, small but full of character.
The county’s namesake is not from Abraham Lincoln. Instead, it was actually named for Benjamin Lincoln, a Revolutionary War general. Clarks Hill Lake is in the east, a paradise for fishing, boating, and camping.
The county has deep agricultural roots. You’ll see plenty of farms and timberland. History buffs love it here. There are Native American sites and Civil War landmarks scattered about. Music festivals in Lincolnton draws crowds from all over.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Lincoln County |
| County Seat | Lincolnton |
| Population | Approximately 7,200 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Lincolnton (county seat), Aonia, and Waco |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 378, U.S. Route 79 |
| FIPS Code | 13-181 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 210 square miles (land: 205 sq mi, water: 5 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Elbert County (North), McCormick County, South Carolina (Northeast), Columbia County (South), McDuffie County (Southwest), Wilkes County (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Georgia |
| Coordinates | 33.9055° N, 82.6064° W |
| Etymology | Named for Benjamin Lincoln, a Revolutionary War general |
| Major Landmarks | Lake Thurmond, Lincoln County Historical Museum, Elberton Granite Museum |
| Website | Lincoln County Website |
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