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New Hanover County Map, North Carolina

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New Hanover County, North Carolina

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New Hanover County occupies the southeastern corner of North Carolina. Wilmington is the county seat and has a historic district. Film crews often use the area as a backdrop.

Beaches are the main attraction here. For instance, Wrightsville Beach is popular with surfers and sunbathers. You can take a river tour to see alligators.

The USS North Carolina battleship draws visitors too. The county has an interesting food scene with local breweries making a name for themselves. Finally, the Airlie Gardens showcase beautiful azaleas in spring.

CategoryDetails
County NameNew Hanover County
County SeatWilmington
PopulationApproximately 250,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesWilmington, Carolina Beach, Wrightsville Beach, Kure Beach
Interstates and HighwaysInterstate 40, U.S. Route 17
FIPS Code37-129
Total Area328 square miles (land and water)
Adjacent CountiesPender County (North), Brunswick County (West)
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates34.2250° N, 77.9447° W
EtymologyNamed after the royal family of England, members of the House of Hanover
Major LandmarksCape Fear River, USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial
WebsiteNew Hanover County Website

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