Forsyth County

Forsyth County is an administrative district in northeastern Georgia that includes suburban neighborhoods and natural areas with several lakes. The territory combines residential settlements with green spaces and waterways crossed by walking trails.

The county was founded in 1832 and named after a statesman who served as Secretary of State under two presidents. The following decades brought agricultural development, while the late 20th century marked the shift toward a predominantly urban population structure.

The county takes its name from John Forsyth, a former governor whose political career shaped the 19th century. Today visitors notice mainly the modern infrastructure and growing settlements that define everyday life and make the transformation of the area visible.

Visitors reach the different parts of the county through a road network that includes main arteries and local connections. Most public facilities and parks remain accessible daily, with individual offices keeping different hours.

The region attracted numerous new residents in recent decades, making it one of the fastest growing areas in the country. This demographic shift changed the landscape considerably and led to the emergence of new residential neighborhoods and commercial centers in formerly rural areas.

Location: Georgia

Inception: December 3, 1832

Capital city: Cumming

Shares border with: Dawson County, Hall County, Gwinnett County, Fulton County, Cherokee County

Website: http://forsythco.com

GPS coordinates: 34.22000,-84.13000

Latest update: December 14, 2025 23:42