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Swainsboro Georgia Map

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City	Swainsboro
State	Georgia (GA)
County	Emanuel County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	32.585588
Longitude	-82.334784
Population	7,425
Density	227.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	30401
Area Code	770, 678
County Seat	Swainsboro
School District	Emanuel County School District

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About Swainsboro, Georgia

Swainsboro is a locality in Emanuel County, Georgia, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,425. The population density is 227.9 people per km². Swainsboro is located at 32.5856°N, 82.3348°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Swainsboro is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 30401.

Swainsboro emerges from the red-clay expanse as a quiet anchor of the Georgia interior, ninety-one miles removed from any salt air or tidal influence. It lies 26.6 miles north of Vidalia, GA (from Vidalia, GA: bearing 10°T), and is situated 10.4 miles west of Twin City. Crooked Creek carves a deliberate path through the landscape, its waters moving with a steady, unhurried purpose past the edges of the settlement. Residents often find respite at Downtown Park, where the afternoon shadows stretch long across the green grass in the very center of the municipality. Only a mile away, Youmans Lake offers a reflective surface that captures the shifting hues of the evening sky. The terrain here is defined by wide, open plains and the sturdy presence of pine woods that have long stood as silent witnesses to the changing seasons. The air in Swainsboro holds a distinctive clarity, carrying the scent of dry earth and the occasional whisper of wind through the tall timber.

Swainsboro traces its origins to the labor and ambition of those who first cleared the land to establish a foothold in the piney woods. The local economy grew from these roots, relying heavily on the timber industry and the processing of agricultural bounty that defines the surrounding fields. Over the decades, the manufacturing of textiles and automotive parts joined the traditional agrarian pursuits, diversifying the labor that sustains the population. Swainsboro maintains a functional, industrious spirit, where the rhythm of the work day is dictated by the turning of heavy machinery and the steady shipment of goods. Small-scale commerce continues to flourish on the streets surrounding the courthouse, providing a consistent foundation for the local livelihood. The transition from raw timber to finished product remains a narrative thread that binds the history of the region to its modern industrial output.

Cultural life in Swainsboro finds its expression in the communal gatherings that mark the calendar, bringing neighbors together under the expanse of the wide Georgia sky. The community honors its heritage through local festivals that highlight the regional dedication to agriculture and the preservation of long-standing traditions. Notable residents have occasionally emerged from the area, such as the accomplished author and journalist Rosemary Daniell, whose work has drawn from the distinctive character of the Southern experience. Downtown Park serves as a central stage for these social interactions, acting as a gathering point where the pace of life slows to match the movement of the clouds. Visitors may note the absence of frantic movement, replaced instead by a deliberate focus on family and the maintenance of local institutions. Swainsboro persists as a place where the weight of history is carried lightly, balanced by a clear-eyed attention to the present moment.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Vann City Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 345° N
Harmon Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 140° SE
Rec Dept Baseball Complex (Local Recreation) — 1.6 mi, 312° NW
Billy C Carmichael Rec Complex (Local Recreation) — 2.0 mi, 304° NW
Ohoopee Dunes Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.5 mi, 307° NW
Farm Service Agency Interest Of Ga (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.6 mi, 216° SW · 1,786 acres
George L. Smith State Park (State Park) — 12.1 mi, 102° E
John Hutcheson Cemetery (Monument) — 14.8 mi, 252° W
Hugh M. Gillis Public Fishing Area (State Recreation Area) — 21.4 mi, 268° W
Jones Plantation (Attraction) — 24.8 mi, 037° NE
Jefferson Lookout Tower (Viewpoint) — 25.5 mi, 352° N
River Bend Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 26.5 mi, 242° SW
Excelsior and its Academy (Monument) — 28.6 mi, 131° SE
Magnolia Springs State Park (State Park) — 29.0 mi, 047° NE
Camp Lawton (Monument) — 29.7 mi, 047° NE
U.S. National Tick Collection (Museum) — 34.2 mi, 109° E
Bulloch County Historical Museum (Museum) — 34.9 mi, 102° E
The Brown House Museum (Museum) — 39.2 mi, 315° NW
Moody Forest Tavia's Trailorest Natural area (Nature Reserve) — 46.9 mi, 178° S
Savannah National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 51.8 mi, 066° NE · 94k acres
Phinizy Swamp Nature Park (Attraction) — 59.2 mi, 021° N
The Angel of Milledgeville (Public Artwork) — 60.2 mi, 302° NW
Flowing Wells Theater (Theatre) — 64.4 mi, 012° N
Nigerian Dwarf Goats (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 64.4 mi, 301° NW
Greater Augusta Arts Council (Arts Centre) — 65.0 mi, 019° N
Westobou (Gallery) — 65.1 mi, 019° N
Augusta Museum of History (Museum) — 65.2 mi, 019° N
Augusta Cotton Exchange Building (Attraction) — 65.2 mi, 019° N
Morris Museum of Art (Museum) — 65.3 mi, 019° N
Sumter National Forest (National Forest) — 70.0 mi, 014° N · 375k acres

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