This Charlton County Georgia map is a compact reference for the county boundary and selected places shown on the map. Folkston is the county seat, and the labeled places are Folkston, Homeland. The map does not show every unincorporated community, local road, parcel, or service location.
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Download the Charlton County map
The page uses a WEBP preview, while the download file is JPG.
- Map file: County reference map
- File format: JPG
Quick Facts
| State | Georgia |
|---|---|
| County | Charlton County |
| County seat | Folkston |
| Established | 1854 |
| Places shown | Folkston, Homeland |
| Download format | JPG |
What the Map Shows
The map emphasizes the Charlton County boundary and the relative positions of Folkston, Homeland. Folkston is the county seat, with Homeland nearby and a large share of the county extending into forest and wetland country. It is a general county reference rather than a road, parcel, flood-risk, or municipal-boundary map.
County Layout and Location
Charlton County is in southeastern Georgia. Folkston is the county seat, with Homeland nearby and a large share of the county extending into forest and wetland country.
Local Context
The county was established in 1854. The Okefenokee Swamp, rail traffic, forestry, and Florida-border travel give the county a distinctive rural identity.
Ways to Use This Map
- County location and boundary reference
- Classroom geography and local research
- Reports and presentations
- Local-history or genealogy orientation
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the map show every city and community?
No. It focuses on Folkston, Homeland and the county boundary.
What is the county seat?
Folkston is the county seat of Charlton County.
Why is the preview WEBP while the download is JPG?
WEBP is used for a lighter webpage preview, while the distribution file is JPG.
Sources
- U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts
- The New Georgia Encyclopedia county profile
- Georgia Department of Community Affairs planning records
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