2024 Map of Rico

About this map

The Chattahoochee River forms a natural spine through this landscape, marking the historic boundary between Douglas, Fulton, and Carroll counties. Historical crossings like Morris Ferry and Neal Ferry point to the area's older transportation network, while the contemporary city of Chattahoochee Hills preserves a rural character defined by scattered settlements and family-named landmarks. Small communities such as Rico, McWhorter, and Fairplay anchor the region, supported by long-standing local institutions like Mount Zion Church and Sardis Church. The terrain is deeply etched by water, with Hurricane Creek, Wolf Creek, and Little Wolf Creek feeding into the main river channel. Local genealogists will find several burial grounds of interest, including the County Line Cem, Basket Creek Cem, and Bethel Cem, which sit alongside distinctive geological features like the Devils Den.