Warren County Map, North Carolina, USA

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

Map of Warren County, North Carolina

About Warren County, North Carolina

Warren County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Warrenton. As per 2020 census, the population of Warren County is 18762 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 444 sq mi (1,150 km2). Warren County was established on 1779.

Facts about Warren County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionNortheastern Piedmont / Border with Virginia
County SeatWarrenton
Named AfterDr. Joseph Warren (American Revolutionary War patriot)
Established1779 (from northern half of Bute County)
Coordinates~36.40° N, 78.10° W
Total Area~444.30 sq mi
Land Area~429.39 sq mi
Water Area~14.91 sq mi (≈3.36% water)
Population (2020)~18,642
Estimated Population (2025)~19,400
Population Rank (NC)Smaller rural county
Largest TownWarrenton
Main Towns & CommunitiesWarrenton, Norlina, Macon, Manson, Wise, Vaughan, Arcola, Inez, Liberia
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Small‑scale Manufacturing, Tourism, Services
Major Geographic FeaturesRoanoke River basin, Lake Gaston, John H. Kerr Reservoir, rolling Piedmont terrain
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00 / −04:00 DST)
Known ForHistoric Warrenton architecture, rural heritage; birthplace of the environmental justice movement (PCB landfill protests)
Websitehttps://www.warrencountync.com

Top Attractions in Warren County, North Carolina

  • Historic Downtown Warrenton – Shops, dining, and heritage buildings.
  • Hugh White State Park – Hiking, boating, and picnics.
  • Warren County Courthouse – Historic landmark.
  • Roanoke River – Fishing and paddling.
  • Hugh White Recreation Area – Outdoor activities and trails.
  • Historic District of Norlina – Local heritage sites.
  • Warren County Museum – Local history exhibits.
  • Chapanoke Creek – Nature and wildlife viewing.
  • Lake Gaston Access Points – Boating and water recreation.
  • Community Parks of Warren County – Recreation and picnic areas.

Cities & Towns in Warren County, North Carolina

Warrenton, Macon, Norlina, Wise, Ridgeway, Littleton