Chattooga County

Chattooga County is an administrative division in Northwest Georgia with terrain shaped by mountains, rivers, and agricultural land. The county encompasses several communities, with Summerville serving as the main administrative center where local government operations take place.

The region was settled following the forced removal of Cherokee communities in the 1830s, with lands distributed to settlers through a lottery system. During the Civil War, a major military engagement occurred here in 1863, leaving a lasting mark on the county's history.

The county maintains several properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places, including structures that reflect regional architectural traditions.

Visitors can find the county courthouse in Summerville for administrative information and local services. The region is most accessible during warmer months when outdoor historical sites and natural areas are fully open for exploration.

A memorial monument marks the graves of soldiers who fell during the 1863 battle and were buried without individual markers. This tribute preserves the memory of fighters whose names might otherwise have been forgotten by time.

Location: Georgia

Inception: 1838

Capital city: Summerville

Shares border with: Walker County, Floyd County, Cherokee County, DeKalb County

Website: https://chattoogacounty.org

GPS coordinates: 34.48000,-85.35000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07