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Sylvester Georgia Map

Explore Sylvester, Georgia, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Sylvester, Georgia

How to Use This Sylvester, Georgia Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Sylvester, Georgia. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Georgia or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Sylvester.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

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

Latitude	31.530735
Longitude	-83.835454
Population	5,644
Density	332.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	31791
Area Code	229
County Seat	Sylvester
School District	Worth County School District

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About Sylvester, Georgia

Sylvester is a locality in Worth County, Georgia, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,644. The population density is 332.2 people per km². Sylvester is located at 31.5307°N, 83.8355°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Sylvester is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 31791.

Sylvester occupies a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of the Southern plains, where the horizon stretches wide under a vast, unencumbered sky. It lies 19.1 miles east of Albany, GA (from Albany, GA: bearing 100°T), and is situated 16.2 miles southwest of Ashburn. The waters of the Hog Heaven Branch trace a path through the low-lying terrain, offering a steady, rhythmic presence to the surrounding fields. Residents often find solace at Jeffords Park, a green expanse that anchors the center of the local environment. On clear days, the distant silhouette of Rattlesnake Ridge marks the far edge of the world, providing a sharp contrast to the flat, fertile earth beneath. A visit to City of Sylvester Lake reveals how the light gathers on the water at dusk, turning the surface into a mirror for the shifting clouds above.

Sylvester maintains a rhythm of life deeply connected to the soil, where the economy has long been nourished by the cycles of the harvest. The cultivation of pecans remains a defining industry, with rows of trees creating a structured, arboreal architecture that blankets the region. Historically, the arrival of the railroad shaped the development of Sylvester, turning a quiet junction into a hub for trade and agricultural export. Local commerce continues to reflect this heritage, supporting a variety of small-scale ventures that sustain the daily needs of the people. The red clay soil provides a robust foundation for these endeavors, demanding a quiet labor that has defined the character of the region for generations. This persistent focus on production and growth ensures that the identity of the area remains firmly rooted in its physical landscape.

Sylvester fosters a culture of neighborly connection, expressed through the shared traditions that animate the courthouse square and the surrounding streets. The annual Georgia Peanut Festival stands as the most notable local event, drawing visitors to celebrate the harvest with a spirit of collective pride and hospitality. Among those who have emerged from the area, the acclaimed musician Ray Charles holds a place of particular renown, having spent his formative youth in this vicinity. Architectural landmarks provide a sense of continuity, standing as silent observers to the changing seasons and the slow passage of time. Life here moves with a deliberate grace, favoring the steady observation of the natural world over the rapid pace of more frantic environments. Sylvester preserves a distinct atmosphere, where the warmth of the air and the familiarity of the streets create a sense of belonging that lingers long after the sun has set.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Jeffords Park (Local Park) — 0.0 mi, 093° E
Pope Park (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 130° SE
Unknown Park (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 156° SE
Poulan City Park (Local Park) — 3.0 mi, 117° SE
The Old Pharmacy (Historic Ruins) — 3.0 mi, 115° SE
Donation Brick Flag Pole (Monument) — 3.0 mi, 116° SE
The Old Poulan City Bank (Historic Ruins) — 3.1 mi, 115° SE
Hill Village Sign (Monument) — 11.3 mi, 277° W
Doerun Pitcher Plant Bog Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 16.2 mi, 187° S
World's Largest Peanut Monument (Monument) — 16.9 mi, 044° NE
101-001 (State Recreation Area) — 17.0 mi, 225° SW
Flint River Greenway (State Park) — 17.7 mi, 272° W
Chehaw State Park (State Park) — 18.2 mi, 293° NW
Georgia Museum of Agriculture (Attraction) — 18.3 mi, 104° E
The Peanut (Public Artwork) — 18.6 mi, 104° E
Amphitheater (Theatre) — 18.7 mi, 279° W
137-001 (State Recreation Area) — 19.9 mi, 126° SE
Moultrie Stadium Cinema 6 (Cinema) — 23.9 mi, 170° S
Chehaw Indian Monument (Attraction) — 24.1 mi, 314° NW
Museum of Colquitt County History (Museum) — 24.7 mi, 173° S
Moultrie Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 24.9 mi, 174° S
Alapaha River Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 25.7 mi, 090° E
Titan I Missile (Attraction) — 30.1 mi, 009° N
Farm Service Agency Interest Of Ga (National Wildlife Refuge) — 32.6 mi, 171° S · 1,786 acres
Frogtown Cellars Hahira Tasting Room (Attraction) — 44.6 mi, 144° SE
Lapham-Patterson House Museum (Museum) — 48.1 mi, 190° S
Thomasville on Stage and Company (Theatre) — 48.7 mi, 190° S
Banks Lake National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 52.8 mi, 131° SE · 5,962 acres
Valdosta Studio Imagination (Arts Centre) — 56.6 mi, 147° SE
Walter R Wilson Agricultural Arena (Stadium) — 57.4 mi, 089° E

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