Lee County Map , Alabama, USA

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Map of Lee County - Lee County is a county located in the U.S. state of Alabama. Lee County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Lee County located in the map, major cities in Lee county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Lee County Map, Alabama

Lee County Map , Alabama, USA

About Lee County Map, Alabama: The map showing the county boundary, county seat, major cities, highways, water bodies and neighbouring counties.

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Map of Lee County, Alabama

Lee County is a county located in the U.S. state of Alabama. It`s county seat is Opelika. As per 2020 census, the population of Lee County was 177218 and population density of Lee was 291.7square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 607.54 sq mi (1,574 km2). Lee County was established on 1866.

Lee County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateAlabama
County SeatOpelika
Largest City/TownAuburn
EstablishedDecember 5, 1866
Total Area616 sq mi (1,595 sq km)
Land Area608 sq mi (1,575 sq km)
Water Area8 sq mi (21 sq km)
Population174,241 (Census 2020)
Population Density287 people per sq mi
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CT)
Major HighwaysInterstate 85, US 29, US 280, US 431, AL 14, AL 51
Major RiversChattahoochee River, Tallapoosa River
Neighboring CountiesChambers County, Tallapoosa County, Macon County, Russell County
Famous ForAuburn University, college athletics, Chewacla State Park, and the Auburn-Opelika metropolitan area
Top AttractionsAuburn University, Chewacla State Park, Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art, Toomer's Corner, and Kiesel Park
Official WebsiteOfficial Website

About Lee County, Alabama

Lee County is located in east-central Alabama along the Georgia border and was established in 1866. The county seat is Opelika, while Auburn is the largest city. The county is best known as the home of Auburn University and is one of Alabama's fastest-growing counties. Lee County combines higher education, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and outdoor recreation, making it an important economic center in eastern Alabama.

Cities and Towns in Lee County, Alabama

City/TownPopulation (Census 2020)Latitude & Longitude
Opelika (county seat)30,99532.6454°N, 85.3783°W
Auburn76,14332.6099°N, 85.4808°W
Loachapoka15932.6040°N, 85.5958°W
Smiths Station (partly in Lee County)5,72832.5401°N, 85.0988°W
Phenix City (partly in Lee County)38,81732.4709°N, 85.0008°W
Beauregard (CDP)10,16032.4308°N, 85.7147°W
Waverly (CDP)14832.7337°N, 85.5636°W
The Bottle (CDP)20932.7055°N, 85.4105°W
Marvyn (CDP)1,45032.2797°N, 85.2846°W

Best Golf Courses in Lee County, Alabama

Golf CourseLocationLatitude & Longitude
Grand National Golf Complex - Lake CourseOpelika32.6558°N, 85.2838°W
Grand National Golf Complex - Links CourseOpelika32.6558°N, 85.2838°W
Grand National Golf Complex - Short CourseOpelika32.6558°N, 85.2838°W
Auburn University ClubAuburn32.5334°N, 85.5088°W
Moore's Mill ClubAuburn32.6579°N, 85.4248°W
Indian Pines Golf CourseAuburn32.5702°N, 85.4476°W
Saugahatchee Country ClubOpelika32.6765°N, 85.3799°W
Point University Golf ClubOpelika32.6908°N, 85.3687°W

What are Major Roads and Highways in Lee County

Major highways connect the county to nearby regions and cities.

  • Interstate 85 - major interstate connecting Auburn and Opelika with Montgomery and Atlanta
  • US Highway 29 - historic route through Auburn and Opelika
  • US Highway 280 - major corridor linking Opelika with Birmingham and Columbus, Georgia
  • US Highway 431 - north-south route connecting Opelika with Dothan and Gadsden
  • Alabama State Route 14 - east-west route through the county
  • Alabama State Route 51 - connects Auburn with rural communities in southern Lee County

Neighboring Counties of Lee County

  • Chambers County (north)
  • Tallapoosa County (northwest)
  • Macon County (southwest)
  • Russell County (southeast)

What are Top Attractions in Lee County, Alabama

The county offers a mix of natural and cultural attractions.

Main Sight NameCityFamous For
Auburn UniversityAuburnMajor public university and SEC athletics
Jordan-Hare StadiumAuburnHome of Auburn Tigers football
Toomer's CornerAuburnHistoric downtown landmark and celebration site
Chewacla State ParkAuburnWaterfalls, hiking trails, camping, and mountain biking
Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine ArtAuburnArt collections and exhibitions
Kiesel ParkAuburnLarge public park and walking trails
Donald E. Davis ArboretumAuburnNative Alabama plant collections
Grand National Golf ComplexOpelikaRobert Trent Jones Golf Trail destination
Museum of East AlabamaOpelikaRegional history exhibits
Historic Downtown OpelikaOpelikaHistoric architecture, dining, and shopping
Kreher Preserve and Nature CenterAuburnEnvironmental education and nature trails
Lake HardingEastern Lee CountyBoating, fishing, and waterfront recreation

Distance from Lee County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

  • Opelika to Auburn (Lee County), Alabama - 8 mi (13 km)
  • Opelika to Loachapoka (Lee County), Alabama - 15 mi (24 km)
  • Opelika to Beauregard (Lee County), Alabama - 19 mi (31 km)
  • Opelika to Phenix City (Russell County), Alabama - 29 mi (47 km)
  • Opelika to Valley (Chambers County), Alabama - 23 mi (37 km)
  • Opelika to Alexander City (Tallapoosa County), Alabama - 35 mi (56 km)
  • Opelika to Tuskegee (Macon County), Alabama - 21 mi (34 km)
  • Opelika to Montgomery (Montgomery County), Alabama - 58 mi (93 km)
  • Opelika to Columbus, Georgia - 35 mi (56 km)
  • Opelika to LaGrange, Georgia - 31 mi (50 km)
  • Opelika to Birmingham (Jefferson County), Alabama - 115 mi (185 km)
  • Opelika to Atlanta, Georgia - 105 mi (169 km)
  • Opelika to Dothan (Houston County), Alabama - 89 mi (143 km)
  • Opelika to Huntsville (Madison County), Alabama - 190 mi (306 km)

Nearest Airports

Nearest airport of Lee is Dothan Regional Airport (DHN / KDHN).

References

  1. QuickFacts - U.S. Census Bureau
  2. United States Census Bureau
  3. United States Geological Survey (USGS)
  4. National Geodetic Survey
  5. Official County Website