Athens County Map, Ohio

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

Map of Athens County, Ohio

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

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About Athens County, Ohio

Athens County is a county located in the U.S. state of Ohio. It's county seat is Athens. As per 2020 census, the population of Athens County is 62056 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 506.76 sq mi (1,313 km2). Athens County was established on -34637.

Athens County Facts

Cities and Towns in Athens County, Ohio

• Athens (county seat) – 24,849 (Census 2020)
• Nelsonville – 4,612 (Census 2020)
• The Plains – 3,140 (Census 2020)
• Albany – 828 (Census 2020)

Roads and Highways in Athens County, Ohio

Athens County is connected by major highways that provide access to southeastern Ohio and nearby regions.

• U.S. Route 33 (US-33) – Main highway connecting Athens to Columbus and West Virginia
• State Route 32 (SR-32) – East-west route linking the county to Cincinnati and eastern Ohio
• State Route 50 (SR-50) – Connects Athens to other Appalachian communities
• State Route 682 (SR-682) – Local route serving the city of Athens and Ohio University area

Neighboring Counties of Athens County

• Washington County (east)
• Meigs County (south)
• Vinton County (north)
• Hocking County (northwest)
• Morgan County (northeast)
• Perry County (north)

Top Attractions in Athens County, Ohio

Athens County offers a mix of outdoor recreation, historic sites, and a vibrant college-town atmosphere.

• Ohio University – Historic campus and cultural hub of the county
• Strouds Run State Park – Hiking, boating, and scenic lake views
• Hocking River – Popular for kayaking and outdoor recreation
• Downtown Athens – Shops, restaurants, and historic architecture
• Southeast Ohio History Center – Local history museum
• Sells Park – Trails and overlooks near Athens
• Baileys Trail System (nearby region) – Mountain biking and hiking trails

Distance from Athens County to Nearby Cities

• Athens to Columbus – 75 mi (121 km)
• Athens to Charleston, WV – 85 mi (137 km)
• Athens to Cincinnati – 130 mi (209 km)
• Athens to Cleveland – 180 mi (290 km)
• Athens to Parkersburg, WV – 55 mi (89 km)

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