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Glencoe Alabama Map

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CityGlencoe
StateAlabama (AL)
CountyEtowah County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneCentral Time (America/Chicago)
Latitude33.948339
Longitude-85.933606
Population5,372
Density122.1 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes35213, 35903
Area Code205, 334
County SeatGadsden
School DistrictEtowah County School District

About Glencoe, Alabama

Glencoe is a locality in Etowah County, Alabama, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,372. The population density is 122.1 people per km². Glencoe is located at 33.9483°N, 85.9336°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Glencoe is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 35213, 35903.

Glencoe anchors itself firmly within the landscape of northern Alabama, defined by the steady, unhurried presence of Little Cove Creek as it winds through the local terrain. It lies 5.8 miles southeast of Gadsden, AL (from Gadsden, AL: bearing 133°T), and is situated 6.3 miles east of Rainbow City. The topography here shifts from the modest, fertile soil of Fords Valley to the more rugged elevations found toward Dry Creek Mountain in the distance. Residents often observe how the afternoon light catches the red clay, casting a warm, copper glow over the fields as the day draws to a close. H Neely Henry Lake sits quietly just a mile away, providing a vast, still expanse of water that reflects the changing Alabama sky. Wilson Park offers a central gathering space where the land remains open and accessible to those who walk its paths under the canopy of regional hardwoods.

Glencoe emerged from a tradition of agrarian labor and the industrious spirit that characterized the development of this inland corridor. The local economy has evolved from its early reliance on the productivity of the surrounding bottomland to a more diverse framework of small-scale industry and regional trade. Families have long cultivated the red-clay soil, contributing to the agricultural identity that persists even as modern commerce finds its footing here. The hum of daily work connects the present to a history of steady, manual craftsmanship and the quiet persistence of the local workforce. As the seasons cycle through, the rhythm of industry remains tied to the land, ensuring that the character of the economy stays grounded in the realities of the physical environment.

Glencoe maintains a cultural temper shaped by the quietude of the southern interior and the enduring influence of its regional geography. Residents frequently travel the eight miles to witness the cascading waters of Noccalula Falls, a landmark that underscores the natural beauty intrinsic to this part of the state. Community life finds its focus in local gatherings and the shared observations of those who have lived here for generations. While the pace of life remains deliberate, the influence of those who have passed through this region leaves a subtle impression on the collective memory. The atmosphere possesses a distinct stillness, particularly at dusk when the air grows heavy and the sounds of the landscape settle into a rhythmic, nocturnal calm. Individuals who have achieved wider recognition often carry the influence of such a place within them, reflecting the quiet strength and grounded nature fostered by this specific corner of the world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Hollingsworth Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 044° NE
  • State-owned Submerged Lands (Resource Management Area) — 0.9 mi, 262° W
  • Unknown Park (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 360° N
  • Jack Lowe, Sr. Field (Local Recreation) — 3.4 mi, 335° NW
  • Twin Bridges Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 5.5 mi, 337° NW
  • Spirit of American Citizenship (Monument) — 5.6 mi, 316° NW
  • Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 8.0 mi, 320° NW
  • Iroquois (Huey) Helicopter (Monument) — 8.0 mi, 320° NW
  • Noccalula Falls Scenic View (Viewpoint) — 8.1 mi, 321° NW
  • Fat Man's Squeeze (Attraction) — 8.1 mi, 321° NW
  • Noccalula Falls Petting Zoo (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 8.2 mi, 319° NW
  • Janney Furnace Civil War and Native American Museum and Interpritive Center (Museum) — 11.6 mi, 205° SW
  • Carlton Ward Theater (Theatre) — 12.9 mi, 129° SE
  • Talladega National Forest (National Forest) — 13.9 mi, 120° SE · 395k acres
  • Rose Purchase Unit (National Forest) — 14.1 mi, 113° SE · 161 acres
  • Mountain Longleaf National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 16.8 mi, 145° SE · 18k acres
  • Dugger Mountain Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 17.7 mi, 114° SE · 8,947 acres
  • Greyhound Mural (Public Artwork) — 20.9 mi, 164° S
  • Boaz 9 Cinema (Cinema) — 21.4 mi, 323° NW
  • Coldwater Mountain (State Recreation Area) — 21.4 mi, 167° S
  • Chad Hawkins Stadium (Stadium) — 21.5 mi, 010° N
  • AmStar Stadium Cinema 12 (Cinema) — 23.9 mi, 165° S
  • Mountain Air Trampoline Park (Attraction) — 26.3 mi, 326° NW
  • Little River Canyon National Preserve (National Conservation Area) — 27.0 mi, 031° NE · 11k acres
  • Albertville Museum (Museum) — 27.1 mi, 325° NW
  • SMPA Artist House (Museum) — 28.0 mi, 323° NW
  • OBA Artwalk (Attraction) — 31.1 mi, 270° W
  • Highest Point in Alabama (Attraction) — 32.8 mi, 167° S
  • Cheaha Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 34.7 mi, 170° S · 7,400 acres
  • Alabama Fan Club and Museum (Museum) — 35.4 mi, 019° N

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About This Glencoe Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Glencoe, Alabama. Coordinates: 33.948339, -85.933606. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Glencoe includes the ZIP code (35213, 35903), telephone area code (205, 334), county seat of Etowah County (Gadsden), and school district assignment (Etowah County School District).

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedAugust 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.