Ware County Map, Georgia
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Ware County, Georgia
Ware County is the largest county in Georgia by land area. It’s down in the southeast corner of the state, home to a big chunk of the Okefenokee Swamp. Alligators outnumber people in some parts.
Folks here eat, sleep, and breathe the outdoors. The Okefenokee Swamp Park is a must-visit for gator spotting and boat tours. But Laura S. Walker State Park is a quieter outdoor experience.
The swamp draws tourists, but timber is the backbone of the local economy. You can smell the pine in the air. Summers are hot and buggy, winters mild. The Waycross City Auditorium keeps culture alive in these parts. Ware County is alive and kicking.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Ware County |
| County Seat | Waycross |
| Population | Approximately 34,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Waycross (county seat), Blackshear, and other smaller communities |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 75, U.S. Route 1, U.S. Route 84, State Route 15 |
| FIPS Code | 13-299 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 905 square miles (land: 899 sq mi, water: 6 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Bacon County (North), Pierce County (East), Brantley County (East), Charlton County (Southeast), Baker County, Florida (South), Clinch County (West), Atkinson County (West), Coffee County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Georgia |
| Coordinates | 31.2112° N, 82.3504° W |
| Etymology | Named in honor of Nicholas Ware, a former U.S. Senator |
| Major Landmarks | Okefenokee Swamp, Waycross Historic District, Laura S. Walker State Park |
| Website | Ware County Website |
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