Effingham County

Effingham County is an administrative division in southeastern Georgia that spans farmland, river valleys, and small communities. The landscape is shaped by the floodplains of the Ogeechee and Savannah Rivers, which define the terrain and environment.

The county was founded in 1777 during the American Revolution and named after Thomas Howard, 3rd Earl of Effingham, who opposed British colonial rule. Its creation reflected the region's commitment to the independence movement.

The annual Effingham County Fair displays local farming, crafts, and regional traditions that bring residents and visitors together. These gatherings reflect the pace of rural life and what community means to people here.

The area is well connected via Interstate 16 and Interstate 95 for access to larger cities and ports. Visitors should plan to explore by car and use local roads to move through the region.

The area contains the ghost town of Ebenezer and sections of the Savannah National Wildlife Refuge, where history and nature conservation stand side by side. Visitors can see abandoned settlements and protected habitats that together tell the story of local heritage.

Location: Georgia

Inception: February 5, 1777

Capital city: Springfield

Shares border with: Hampton County, Bryan County, Jasper County, Chatham County, Bulloch County, Screven County

Website: http://effga.com

GPS coordinates: 32.37000,-81.34000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 16:01