Pamlico County Map, North Carolina, USA

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

Map of Pamlico County, North Carolina

About Pamlico County, North Carolina

Pamlico County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Bayboro. As per 2020 census, the population of Pamlico County is 12344 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 566 sq mi (1,466 km2). Pamlico County was established on 1872.

Facts about Pamlico County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionCoastal Plain / Eastern North Carolina
County SeatBayboro
Named AfterPamlico Sound
Established1872
Coordinates~35.14° N, 76.85° W
Total Area~561.63 sq mi
Land Area~336.52 sq mi
Water Area~225.11 sq mi (≈40.1%)
Population (2020)~12,276
Estimated Population (2024)~12,550
Population Density~36 per sq mi (land)
Major CommunitiesBayboro, Oriental, Minnesott Beach, Arapahoe, Vandemere, Mesic, Grantsboro
Main IndustriesTourism & recreation, Fishing & maritime services, Agriculture, Local commerce
Major RoadsNC Highways 33, 55, 304, 306, 307
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00)
Known ForPamlico Sound & estuarine waters, sailing & boating (especially Oriental), coastal scenery & fishing
Websitehttps://www.pamlicocounty.org

Top Attractions in Pamlico County, North Carolina

  • Pamlico River – Boating and fishing.
  • Bayboro Waterfront – Scenic views and walking paths.
  • North Carolina Maritime Museum at Washington – Coastal history exhibits.
  • Historic Downtown Bayboro – Shops and local dining.
  • Providence Farm Park – Trails and picnics.
  • Cherry Branch Ferry Terminal – Access to Havelock and coastal areas.
  • Pamlico County Courthouse – Historic landmark.
  • Fishing and Boating Access Areas – Outdoor recreation.
  • Pamlico Sound – Watersports and nature observation.
  • Goose Creek State Park Nearby – Hiking and wildlife viewing.

Cities & Towns in Pamlico County, North Carolina

Bayboro, Oriental, Grantsboro, Stonewall, Mesic, Minnesott Beach