Community

Banks County Government

Nestled along the I-85 Corridor halfway between Atlanta and Greenville, Banks County, Georgia offers residents a lifestyle that is rich in history and culture. In addition to a growing community, Banks County offers country living with convenient shopping and a local infrastructure not commonly seen in similar rural areas. We are extremely committed to being good stewards of Banks County's rich resources, all the while delivering value and service to our residents.

Towns such as Historic Homer, Alto, Baldwin, Gillsville, Maysville, and Lula offer residents an opportunity to explore our rich heritage. You can enjoy a round of golf at the Chimney Oaks Golf Club or a day of motorsports at Atlanta Dragway and even a day of fun & games at Funopolis. In Banks County, you have easy access to the beautiful mountains of North Georgia or the booming city of Atlanta while the Banks Crossing area offers lodging, wonderful shopping and incredible indoor/outdoor activities. In addition to all this, our award-winning schools are among the best in Northeast Georgia. Our residents already know and our visitors see, Banks County can be described as: