Columbus County Map, North Carolina, USA

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

Map of Columbus County, North Carolina

About Columbus County, North Carolina

Columbus County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Whiteville. As per 2020 census, the population of Columbus County is 50092 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 954 sq mi (2,471 km2). Columbus County was established on 1808.

Facts about Columbus County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionSoutheastern Coastal Plain / Eastern North Carolina
County SeatWhiteville
Named AfterChristopher Columbus
Established1808
Coordinates~34.30° N, 78.68° W
Total Area~955.00 sq mi
Land Area~938.12 sq mi
Water Area~16.88 sq mi
Population (2020)~50,623
Estimated Population (2024)~50,054
Population Density~54 per sq mi
Major CommunitiesWhiteville, Chadbourn, Tabor City, Riegelwood, Fair Bluff, Delco
Main IndustriesAgriculture (soybeans, sweet potatoes, pecans), Manufacturing, Services
Major RoadsU.S. Highway 74, U.S. Highway 76, NC Highways
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00)
Known ForLake Waccamaw, Green Swamp Preserve, Lumber & Waccamaw rivers, rural coastal heritage
Websitehttps://www.columbusco.org

Top Attractions in Columbus County, North Carolina

  • Lake Waccamaw State Park – Lake views and trails.
  • Lake Waccamaw – Boating and fishing.
  • Whiteville Downtown – Shops and dining.
  • North Carolina Museum of Ceramic Art – State ceramic history.
  • Columbus County Arts Council – Local arts exhibits.
  • Waccamaw River – Canoeing and wildlife.
  • Vineland Station Depot – Historic railroad site.
  • Columbus County Courthouse – Historic landmark.
  • Lake Tabor – Recreation and picnics.
  • White Marsh Preserve – Nature trails.

Cities & Towns in Columbus County, North Carolina

Whiteville, Fair Bluff, Chadbourn, Tabor City, Lake Waccamaw, Brunswick, Cerro Gordo, Bolton, Nakina, Evergreen, Hallsboro, Williams Township