Welcome to Bartow County

Nestled in the rolling foothills of the beautiful Appalachian Mountains, Bartow County offers an abundance of natural beauty, historical treasures and opportunities to be enjoyed year-round.

Bartow County is located approximately 45 miles north of Atlanta and 65 miles south of Chattanooga, Tennessee along Interstate 75 and is  comprised of approximately 470 square miles and a population of approximately 108,000. Commissioner Steve Taylor is committed to providing balanced growth through a strong tax base, economic opportunities and a competitive job market. Working In partnership with State and Local leaders, Commissioner Taylor continues his commitment to provide public services and opportunities that are second to none, while still maintaining a friendly "home town" atmosphere that welcomes its citizens and invites visitors to experience all that Bartow County has to offer.

Bartow County is home to a number of award winning museums and historical landmarks, including the Rose Lawn Museum, the home of renowned evangelist Samuel Porter Jones; the George Washington Carver Park, established in 1950 as Georgia's first state park for African Americans; and the Etowah Indian Mounds, a 54-acre archaeological site located along the Etowah River and one of the largest and most intact Indian mounds still remaining in North America. Be sure to set aside time to visit Tellus Science Museum, the Booth Western Art Museum and the newest member of the museum family, the Savoy Automobile Museum. In addition to exploring the history of Bartow County, one can enjoy beautiful Lake Allatoona and the Red Top Mountain State Park, kayaking on the Etowah River or hiking on any of the County's beautiful nature trails.

Bartow County....the best place to live, to work, to play and to raise a family!