Etowah County, Alabama
Etowah County is located in northeastern Alabama, with Gadsden serving as its largest city. The county played an important role in the state’s industrial history, and traces of its steel mill past can still be seen today.
The Coosa River flows through the county, while Noccalula Falls Park features a stunning 90-foot waterfall tied to a well-known Cherokee legend. Gadsden also hosts the annual Riverfest, drawing music fans from across the region.
Scenic drives along the Lookout Mountain Parkway offer beautiful views, and cultural attractions like the Gadsden Museum of Art and the Imagination Place Children’s Museum add to the area’s appeal. In Etowah County, industry and natural beauty come together side by side.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Etowah County |
| County Seat | Gadsden |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Gadsden, Attalla, Glencoe, Rainbow City, Southside, Hokes Bluff, Altoona, Reece City, Ridgeville, Sardis City, Walnut Grove |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 59, U.S. Highway 411, U.S. Highway 278, U.S. Highway 431, State Route 77, State Route 132 |
| Etymology | Derived from Etowah Indian Mounds, found in the area |
| FIPS Code | 01-055 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 549 square miles (Land: 535 sq mi, Water: 14 sq mi) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Alabama |
| Coordinates | 34.0167° N, 86.0066° W |
| Major Landmarks | Noccalula Falls Park, Coosa River, James D. Martin Wildlife Park, Gadsden Museum of Art, Imagination Place Children’s Museum |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | DeKalb County (North), Cherokee County (East), Calhoun County (Southeast), St. Clair County (Southwest), Blount County (West), Marshall County (Northwest) |
| Population | Approximately 104,000 |
