Old Shorter Hill

Old Shorter Hill is a summit in Rome, Georgia, and rises to a height that makes it one of the notable elevations in the region. The peak is situated within a residential area with a cul-de-sac at its highest point.

The hill was named after Martha Shorter following substantial donations from the Shorter family to the Cherokee Baptist Female College in 1877. The college originally sat at the summit before relocating elsewhere years later.

The summit is one of the Seven Hills of Rome in Georgia, shaping the city's character much like the seven hills shaped Rome in Italy. This geographic feature has fundamentally influenced the city's identity and its naming.

The summit is reachable by car and easy to find with a clear route through the residential area. Being near homes means visiting works best on foot if you want to explore the surroundings.

The original Cherokee Baptist Female College stood on this hill before moving its campus outside downtown in 1910. This connection to the city's educational past is not immediately obvious when visiting the residential area today.

Location: Rome

GPS coordinates: 34.25148,-85.16939

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:05