Blakely is a city in southwest Georgia and the county seat of Early County. Located near the Alabama border, it is about 35 miles southwest of Albany and forms part of the wider Southwest Georgia region. Blakely is known for Kolomoki Mounds State Park, one of the most important prehistoric archaeological sites in Georgia, and its historic downtown.
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Where is Blakely Located?
Blakely is a city located in Early County, Georgia, the United States. The city lies in southwest Georgia near the Alabama border, approximately 35 miles (56 km) southwest of Albany, 35 miles (56 km) southeast of Dothan, Alabama, and about 90 miles (145 km) northwest of Tallahassee, Florida. Blakely is located at 31.3777° North latitude and 84.9347° West longitude. According to the 2020 United States Census, the city had a population of 4,813. Blakely covers approximately 17.56 square miles (45.48 sq km). The city is known for its historic downtown and its proximity to Kolomoki Mounds State Park, which preserves large Native American ceremonial earthworks dating back more than a thousand years. Blakely also serves as an agricultural and commercial center for the surrounding communities.
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Blakely City Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| City | Blakely |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Early County |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Southwest Georgia |
| Incorporated | 1835 |
| Founded | 1825 |
| Total Area | 17.56 sq mi (45.48 sq km) |
| Land Area | 17.52 sq mi (45.38 sq km) |
| Water Area | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 sq km) |
| Elevation | 233 ft (71 m) |
| Population (2023 estimate) | Approximately 4,700 |
| Population (2020 Census) | 4,813 |
| Population Density | About 275 people per sq mi |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time (ET) (UTC−5/UTC−4) |
| ZIP Codes | 39823, 39824 |
| Area Code | 229 |
| Major Highways | U.S. Route 27, U.S. Route 62, Georgia State Route 39, Georgia State Route 62 |
| Public Transit | Rural public transportation services |
| Major Attractions | Kolomoki Mounds State Park, Early County Courthouse, Blakely-Early County Recreation Center, historic downtown Blakely |
| Official Website | https://www.cityofblakely.net/ |
Distance from Blakely, GA to Nearby Cities
- Arlington, GA – 16 miles (26 km)
- Colquitt, GA – 18 miles (29 km)
- Dothan, AL – 35 miles (56 km)
- Albany, GA – 35 miles (56 km)
- Donalsonville, GA – 29 miles (47 km)
- Damascus, GA – 17 miles (27 km)
- Fort Gaines, GA – 30 miles (48 km)
- Leary, GA – 26 miles (42 km)
- Cuthbert, GA – 34 miles (55 km)
- Arlington, GA – 16 miles (26 km)
- Bainbridge, GA – 42 miles (68 km)
- Americus, GA – 72 miles (116 km)
- Thomasville, GA – 67 miles (108 km)
- Valdosta, GA – 112 miles (180 km)
- Tallahassee, FL – 91 miles (146 km)
- Montgomery, AL – 125 miles (201 km)
- Columbus, GA – 95 miles (153 km)
- Macon, GA – 145 miles (233 km)
- Atlanta, GA – 190 miles (306 km)
- Panama City, FL – 105 miles (169 km)
Top Attractions in Blakely
- Kolomoki Mounds State Park
- Early County Courthouse
- Historic Downtown Blakely
- Blakely-Early County Recreation Center
- Blakely City Park
- Kolomoki Mounds Museum
- Chattahoochee River
- Spring Creek
- Lake Seminole
- Georgia-Florida-Alabama border region
Airports Near Blakely
- Early County Airport (BIJ) – 7 miles
- Dothan Regional Airport (DHN) – 38 miles
- Southwest Georgia Regional Airport (ABY) – 43 miles
- Tallahassee International Airport (TLH) – 95 miles
- Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) – 111 miles
Sources:
Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the Official City of Blakely Website.
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