Coal Mountain Georgia Map

About Coal Mountain, Georgia

Coal Mountain is a locality in Forsyth County, Georgia, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,600. The population density is 280.0 people per km². Coal Mountain is located at 34.2715°N, 84.1007°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 30540.

Coal Mountain rises from the rolling terrain of Forsyth County, its slopes a tapestry of dense deciduous forest that catches the sunlight in shifting patterns of emerald and gold. It lies 12.0 miles north-north-west of Sugar Hill, GA (from Sugar Hill, GA: bearing 341°T), and is situated 5.0 miles north-north-east of Cumming. The air here carries the scent of pine needles and damp earth, a fragrance that deepens as the afternoon sun begins its slow descent, casting long shadows that stretch and distort the familiar contours of the land. Creeks, born from unseen springs, thread their way through the undergrowth, their murmur a constant, gentle soundtrack to the quietude of the hills. The land itself feels ancient, a patient observer of seasons come and gone, its ruggedness softened by the persistent growth of oak, maple, and hickory, a testament to nature's enduring artistry. The history of Coal Mountain is a narrative etched not in grand monuments, but in the very soil beneath your feet, a landscape that once echoed with the industry that gave it its name. Though the seams of coal have long been exhausted, the legacy of that era persists in the resilience of its people and the enduring character of the region. Today, the economy of Coal Mountain is a more varied affair, a blend of small businesses and a growing residential presence, with the quiet hum of everyday life often punctuated by the distant sounds of children at play or the occasional passing of a truck on the winding country roads. The spirit of Coal Mountain remains, a quiet strength drawn from its roots, a place where the past informs the present without overwhelming it, and where the natural beauty continues to offer solace and inspiration.

About This Coal Mountain Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Coal Mountain, Georgia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 34.271486, -84.100746. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Coal Mountain and Forsyth County.

Detailed location data for Coal Mountain includes the ZIP code (30040), telephone area code (404, 470, 678, 770), county seat of Forsyth County (Cumming), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Coal Mountain is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.