McDuffie County, County seat in East Georgia, United States
McDuffie County is an administrative division in eastern Georgia with Thomson as its seat. The area combines rural landscapes, residential neighborhoods, and commercial centers across rolling terrain.
The county was established in 1870 and named after George McDuffie, a governor and senator from South Carolina. The area grew from early settlements that shaped the southeastern region.
The Historic Wrightsborough Foundation maintains records and artifacts from the 12,000-acre settlement that existed from 1768 to 1920 in the region.
Interstate 20 and U.S. Routes 78, 221, and 278 run through the area, connecting it to larger cities across Georgia. Visitors find easy access to neighboring regions and major highway junctions.
The area contains the remains of the Wrightsborough settlement, a historic community that existed from the late 1700s through the 1920s. This early colony offers a window into life and change in this rural region.
GPS coordinates: 33.46318,-82.48302
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:45
Fort Eisenhower
32.8 km
Lake Strom Thurmond
34.3 km
Liberty Hall
39.7 km
Robert Toombs House State Historic Site
38.3 km
Old Rock House
7.3 km
Heggie's Rock
23 km
Seclusaval and Windsor Spring
39.1 km
Mary Willis Library
38.4 km
Kiokee Baptist Church
21.8 km
Wilkes County Courthouse
38.7 km
Washington-Wilkes Historical Museum
38.1 km
Campbell-Jordan House
38.2 km
Tupper-Barnett House
38.9 km
James L. Hardaway House
9 km
The Cedars
38.9 km
Thomas E. Watson House
2.5 km
Bath Presbyterian Church and Cemetery
32.1 km
Cherry Grove Baptist Church Schoolhouse
39.3 km
Washington Presbyterian Church
38.3 km
Holly Court
38.2 km
Jewell Historic District
33.6 km
Glascock County Courthouse
27.6 km
Lincolnton Historic District
36.5 km
Columbia County Courthouse
17.9 km
Mitchell Depot Historical Museum
34.1 km
Lincoln County Courthouse
36.9 km
Taliaferro County Courthouse
39.7 km
Crawfordville Historic District
31.5 kmVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes