Where is Dacula, Georgia

Dacula, Georgia is a growing suburban city northeast of Atlanta. It sits in the rolling hills of Gwinnett County and is close to Lake Lanier. The city is about 35 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta and near Lawrenceville, Buford, and Auburn. Dacula is known for its parks, neighborhoods, and easy access to major roads.

Location Map of Dacula, Gwinnett County, Georgia

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Where is Dacula Located?

Dacula is a city located in Gwinnett County, Georgia, the United States. It lies about 35 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta, 10 miles northeast of Lawrenceville, and roughly 15 miles southwest of Lake Lanier. Dacula is located at approximately 33.9887° North latitude and 83.8974° West longitude. The city covers about 11.08 square miles (28.70 sq km) and had 7,030 residents in the 2020 Census. The surrounding area has rolling hills, wooded areas, streams, and rapidly growing suburban neighborhoods. Dacula was incorporated in 1905 and was named after a local railroad station. The community developed around agriculture and rail transportation before becoming part of the expanding Atlanta suburbs. Today, Dacula has residential communities, schools, parks, and commercial areas. The city is close to the Mall of Georgia and several recreation areas around Lake Lanier. Nearby Little Mulberry Park is one of the area's popular outdoor destinations, with trails, fishing ponds, sports fields, and open green space.

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Distance from Dacula, GA to Nearby Cities

• Lawrenceville, GA – 10 miles (16 km)
• Buford, GA – 10 miles (16 km)
• Auburn, GA – 10 miles (16 km)
• Suwanee, GA – 15 miles (24 km)
• Winder, GA – 20 miles (32 km)
• Braselton, GA – 20 miles (32 km)
• Flowery Branch, GA – 20 miles (32 km)
• Gainesville, GA – 30 miles (48 km)
• Alpharetta, GA – 25 miles (40 km)
• Johns Creek, GA – 25 miles (40 km)
• Roswell, GA – 30 miles (48 km)
• Decatur, GA – 35 miles (56 km)
• Atlanta, GA – 35 miles (56 km)
• Marietta, GA – 40 miles (64 km)
• Athens, GA – 45 miles (72 km)
• Gainesville, GA – 30 miles (48 km)
• Cartersville, GA – 45 miles (72 km)

Top Attractions in Dacula

• Little Mulberry Park – Large county park with walking and biking trails, fishing ponds, sports fields, playgrounds, and open green space.
• Rabbit Hill Park – Major recreation area with athletic fields, playgrounds, walking paths, and community facilities.
• Mall of Georgia – Large shopping and entertainment complex near Dacula in Buford.
• Lake Lanier – Major North Georgia lake offering boating, fishing, swimming, camping, and water recreation.
• Freeman's Mill Park – Historic mill site and local park with walking areas, picnic space, and a preserved mill structure.
• Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center – Nearby educational facility featuring exhibits and programs about the area's natural and cultural history.
• Southeastern Railway Museum – Railroad museum in nearby Duluth with historic locomotives, passenger cars, and railway equipment.
• Suwanee Creek Park – Nearby recreation area with trails, sports facilities, playgrounds, and wooded surroundings.

Airports Near Dacula

• DeKalb-Peachtree Airport (PDK) – 25 miles
• Lee Gilmer Memorial Airport (GVL) – 30 miles
• Gwinnett County Airport-Briscoe Field (LZU) – 20 miles
• Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) – 50 miles
• Athens-Ben Epps Airport (AHN) – 50 miles

Sources:

Population and area data sourced from the United States Census Bureau (2020 Census). General city information referenced from the official City of Dacula website and local government records.

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