Harris County topographic map

Atlanta features a varied topography characterized by its rolling hills and elevated terrain. The city sits at an average elevation of approximately 1,050 feet (320 meters) above sea level, with elevations ranging from about 725 feet (221 meters) to 1,175 feet (358 meters) in the surrounding areas​. This…

Average elevation: 932 ft

The Ocmulgee River is a major river that runs through the city. Macon is one of Georgia's three major Fall Line Cities, along with Augusta and Columbus. The Fall Line is where the hilly lands of the Piedmont plateau meet the flat terrain of the coastal plain. As such, Macon has a varied landscape of rolling…

Average elevation: 417 ft

Average elevation: 725 ft

Atlanta (/ætˈlæntə/ at-LAN-tə) is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Georgia. It is the seat of Fulton County, the most populous county in Georgia. With a population of 498,715 living within the city limits, it is the eighth most populous city in the Southeast and 38th most populous…

Average elevation: 935 ft

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Average elevation: 781 ft

Savannah is characterized by a unique and varied topography shaped by its coastal location and historical development. The city is situated on a series of low bluffs along the Savannah River, which flows into the Atlantic Ocean approximately 18 miles (29 km) away. The terrain features a mix of flat coastal…

Average elevation: 13 ft

Average elevation: 2,060 ft

Blairsville, Georgia, is situated in the picturesque Appalachian Mountains, characterized by a varied topography that includes rolling hills, lush valleys, and prominent mountain ridges. The elevation of the town itself is approximately 1,800 feet, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. The…

Average elevation: 1,926 ft

Average elevation: 971 ft

As with the rest of the state, Augusta has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa), with short, mild winters, very hot, humid summers, and a wide diurnal temperature variation throughout much of the year, despite its low elevation and moisture. The monthly daily average temperature ranges from 45.4 °F (7.4…

Average elevation: 295 ft

The city is the lowest in the U.S. state of Georgia, with an elevation of only 10 to 14 feet (3.0 to 4.3 m) above sea level. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Brunswick's land area is 32.4 square miles (83.8 km2). Its total area is 42.4 square miles (109.8 km2); 10.0 square miles (26.0 km2) of this is water.

Average elevation: 7 ft

Average elevation: 2,037 ft

Average elevation: 1,066 ft

Ellijay sits within a rugged and mountainous terrain, characterized by rolling hills, deep valleys, and ridgelines that are part of the larger Appalachian Mountain system. The area has an average elevation of about 1,390 feet, though nearby peaks like Walnut Mountain rise to elevations over 2,500 feet​. The…

Average elevation: 1,391 ft

Average elevation: 2,034 ft

Kennesaw is located in northwestern Cobb County, bordered by the city of Acworth to the northwest. Kennesaw Mountain is located southeast of the city limits in the battlefield park. Its summit is the highest point in the Atlanta metro area, at an elevation of 1,808 feet (551 m) above sea level. The city was…

Average elevation: 1,040 ft

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The Eastern Continental Divide runs through the county, roughly from southwest to northeast, also representing a portion of the Tennessee Valley Divide. The county's eastern border with South Carolina is formed by the Chattooga River, the largest tributary of the Tugaloo River and then Savannah River (which…

Average elevation: 2,254 ft

The park is owned by the state of Georgia and is currently managed by Herschend Family Entertainment. At its summit, the elevation is 1,686 feet (514 m) above sea level and 825 feet (251 m) above the surrounding area. Stone Mountain is well known for not only its geology, but also the enormous rock relief on…

Average elevation: 981 ft

Average elevation: 853 ft

The county is mainly located in the Piedmont region of the state, with a few mountains located in the county that exceed elevations of 1,000 ft. These mountains are considered to be part of the southernmost extensions of the Appalachian Mountains.

Average elevation: 1,020 ft

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Average elevation: 1,808 ft