Where is Suwanee, Georgia, USA?

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Where is Suwanee Located? - Suwanee is a city located in the Gwinnett County of Georgia, United States. Suwanee lies between 42.5991 Degrees North latitudes and 114.7595 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Suwanee Located?

Suwanee is a city located in the Gwinnett County of Georgia, United States. Suwanee lies between 42.5991 Degrees North latitudes and 114.7595 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Suwanee city is 20786 people and the city has a total area of 10.88 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Suwanee, Georgia Quick Facts

AttributeDetails
CitySuwanee
CountyGwinnett County and Forsyth County
StateGeorgia
State CapitalAtlanta
US RegionSouthern United States
Latitude34.0515° N
Longitude84.0713° W
ElevationApproximately 1,060 ft (323 m)
Land Area (sq mi)17.45
Water Area (sq mi)0.06
Total Area (sq mi)17.51
Population (2020 Census)20,907
Population Density (per sq mi)1,198.3
ZIP Code30024
Area Code770, 678, 470
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST), UTC−5
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT), UTC−4
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code1374284
Congressional District7th Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Suwanee

Transportation FeatureDetails
Airport NameHartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport provides major commercial air service.
IATA CodeATL
PortNo direct port access; regional freight connections are available through Atlanta transportation networks.
Major HighwaysInterstate 85, Interstate 985, and Georgia State Route 317 provide regional connections.
Train/Amtrak ServiceAmtrak service is available from nearby Atlanta stations.
Local Bus/Transit ServiceGwinnett County Transit provides regional transportation services.
  • Suwanee is a city located in Gwinnett County and extends into nearby Forsyth County, Georgia.
  • The city is located northeast of Atlanta along the Chattahoochee River corridor.
  • Suwanee is known for its parks, green spaces, family-friendly communities, and award-winning downtown area.
  • The city developed from a historic railroad community into a growing Atlanta metropolitan suburb.

Top Places to Visit in Suwanee, Georgia

Landmark NameType
Suwanee Town CenterDowntown Area and Community Gathering Place
Suwanee Creek ParkCommunity Park
George Pierce ParkRegional Park
Big Creek GreenwayWalking and Cycling Trail
Suwanee GreenwayOutdoor Recreation Trail
Settles Bridge ParkRiverfront Park
Suwanee History MuseumHistory Museum
Chattahoochee River AreaNatural Recreation Area
Bear's Best Atlanta Golf CourseGolf Facility
Rock Springs ParkPublic Park

Driving Distances from Suwanee, Georgia to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Johns CreekGeorgia1015 min
AlpharettaGeorgia1525 min
AtlantaGeorgia3545 min
RoswellGeorgia2030 min
MariettaGeorgia4555 min
AthensGeorgia551 hr
AugustaGeorgia1502 hr 20 min
ChattanoogaTennessee1202 hr
ColumbusGeorgia1702 hr 40 min
SavannahGeorgia2604 hr

Colleges and Universities near Suwanee, Georgia

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of North Georgia - Cumming CampusPublicUniversityBusiness, education, health sciences, and general studies programs
Georgia Gwinnett CollegePublicCollegeBusiness, education, technology, and liberal arts programs
Georgia State University - Alpharetta CenterPublicUniversity CenterProfessional and graduate programs
University of GeorgiaPublicUniversityResearch, agriculture, business, law, and sciences programs
Georgia Institute of TechnologyPublicUniversityEngineering, technology, computing, and research programs

Waterbodies near Suwanee, Georgia

Chattahoochee River, Suwanee Creek, Lake Lanier, and nearby northern Georgia waterways

Golf Courses near Suwanee, Georgia

Bear's Best Atlanta, Olde Atlanta Golf Club, Laurel Springs Golf Club, and nearby Gwinnett County golf facilities

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Suwanee, Georgia

Landmark NameType
Suwanee Town CenterDowntown Area and Community Gathering Place
Suwanee Creek ParkCommunity Park
George Pierce ParkRegional Park
Big Creek GreenwayWalking and Cycling Trail
Settles Bridge ParkRiverfront Park
Suwanee History MuseumHistory Museum
Chattahoochee River AreaNatural Recreation Area
Rock Springs ParkPublic Park
Bear's Best Atlanta Golf CourseGolf Facility
PlayTown SuwaneeChildren's Recreation Area

Waterbodies near Suwanee, Georgia

Chattahoochee River, Suwanee Creek, Lake Lanier, and nearby northern Georgia waterways

Golf Courses near Suwanee, Georgia

Bear's Best Atlanta, Olde Atlanta Golf Club, Laurel Springs Golf Club, and nearby Gwinnett County golf facilities

Suwanee, Georgia — Key Historical Facts

  • Suwanee was originally a Native American settlement area near the Chattahoochee River.
  • The community developed in the 19th century as a railroad town along the Atlanta and Richmond Air-Line Railway.
  • Suwanee was incorporated as a city in 1949 and remained a small community for much of the 20th century.
  • The city experienced major growth during the late 20th and early 21st centuries as part of the Atlanta metropolitan expansion.
  • Suwanee has received recognition for its parks, downtown redevelopment, environmental planning, and quality of life.

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