The Union County Georgia map covers a mountain county in north Georgia along the North Carolina line. Blairsville is the county seat, while Suches represents the more remote southern mountain area near the Appalachian Trail.
The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 27,859 residents in 2025. Tourism, retirement migration, construction, health care, retail, and local services support the county economy.
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Blairsville and the Mountain Communities
Blairsville contains county government, schools, medical services, shops, restaurants, lodging, and the historic courthouse museum. Suches is an unincorporated mountain community in the southern part of the county.
The county’s settlement pattern follows narrow valleys and mountain roads, with large areas of national forest and rugged terrain between communities.
Map Coverage and County Setting
The Union County Georgia map includes the county outline, Blairsville, Suches, selected local labels, Lake Nottely, Brasstown Bald, the North Carolina line, and surrounding county references.
| County Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Blairsville |
| Established | 1832 |
| 2025 Population Estimate | 27,859 |
| Selected Communities | Blairsville and Suches |
| Major Lake | Lake Nottely |
| Highest Mountain | Brasstown Bald, 4,784 feet |
| Regional Setting | Blue Ridge Mountains and Chattahoochee National Forest |
County Formation and the Union Name
Georgia created Union County in 1832 as former Cherokee lands were divided into new counties. The name is traditionally associated with local support for remaining in the federal Union.
Blairsville was planned as the administrative center and was named for Revolutionary War veteran James Blair.
Lake Nottely and Mountain Recreation
The Tennessee Valley Authority created Lake Nottely as a reservoir on the Nottely River. Fishing, boating, camping, and lakeside recreation make it one of the county’s major visitor and residential assets.
Vogel State Park, Blood Mountain, the Appalachian Trail, and the Chattahoochee National Forest provide hiking, camping, scenic driving, and wildlife opportunities.
Brasstown Bald and Georgia’s Highest Point
Brasstown Bald rises to 4,784 feet and is the highest mountain in Georgia. The mountain is partly in Union County and partly in Towns County, with broad views across the southern Appalachian region.
Blairsville as a Regional Service Center
Blairsville supports surrounding mountain communities with government, health care, education, shopping, lodging, and cultural institutions. Growth from tourism and retirement migration has expanded construction and service employment.
Color County Map
The color version separates Union County from surrounding areas and retains selected place labels.
Black and White County Map
This version removes color fills while preserving place names and boundary lines.
Blank Outline Map
The outline file removes labels and color, leaving the included boundaries for custom annotations.
Download the Union County Map
The Union County Georgia map is available in color, black-and-white, and outline A3 JPG formats. The labeled maps provide geographic reference, while the outline version supports custom marking.
County Map File Information
This download contains three A3 JPG versions of the Union County map.
- Included Versions: Color, Black and White, Outline
- File Type: JPG
- Printable Size: A3
- Intended Use: Printing, lessons, presentations, and annotations
Frequently Asked Questions
Which city is the county seat?
Blairsville is the county seat.
Is Brasstown Bald in Union County?
Brasstown Bald is partly in Union County and partly in neighboring Towns County.
What can visitors do at Lake Nottely?
The lake supports fishing, boating, camping, and lakeside recreation.
References
U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts supplies the 2025 population estimate.
The official Union County history page provides the county-name tradition and early Blairsville history.
The New Georgia Encyclopedia entry for Union County documents county formation, Blairsville, and Brasstown Bald.
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