Forsyth County Map, North Carolina, USA

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

Map of Forsyth County, North Carolina

About Forsyth County, North Carolina

Forsyth County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Winston-Salem. As per 2020 census, the population of Forsyth County is 385523 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 413 sq mi (1,070 km2). Forsyth County was established on 1849.

Facts about Forsyth County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionPiedmont / Central North Carolina
County SeatWinston-Salem
Named AfterBenjamin Forsyth (War of 1812 colonel)
Established1849
Coordinates~36.10° N, 80.25° W
Total Area~412.35 sq mi
Land Area~407.85 sq mi
Water Area~4.50 sq mi
Population (2020)~382,590
Estimated Population (2024)~398,143
Population Density~938 per sq mi
Major CommunitiesWinston-Salem, Kernersville, Clemmons, Lewisville, Bethania, Rural Hall, Tobaccoville, Walkertown
Main IndustriesHealthcare, Education, Finance, Technology, Services, Manufacturing
Major RoadsInterstate 40, U.S. Highway 52, U.S. Highway 421, NC Highways
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00)
Known ForWinston-Salem arts & culture, Wake Forest University, Moravian settlement history, tobacco heritage & regional economy
Websitehttps://www.co.forsyth.nc.us

Top Attractions in Forsyth County, North Carolina

  • Old Salem Museums & Gardens – Historic Moravian settlement.
  • Reynolda House Museum of American Art – Art museum and estate.
  • Reynolda Gardens – Formal gardens and trails.
  • Downtown Winston-Salem – Shops, dining, and arts.
  • Hanging Rock State Park – Nearby hiking and views.
  • BB&T Ballpark – Minor league baseball.
  • SECCA – Contemporary art center.
  • Winston-Salem Dash Stadium – Sports and events.
  • Salem Lake – Walking trails and kayaking.
  • Historic Bethabara Park – Early Moravian history.

Cities & Towns in Forsyth County, North Carolina

Winston-Salem, Kernersville, Clemmons, Lewisville, Walkertown, Rural Hall, Tobaccoville, Pfafftown