Region 7

Explore East Georgia

Where championship golf meets serene waterways.

Man, and dog on a kayak — Serene 18 Paddle Trail, Columbia County

Serene 18 Paddle Trail, Columbia County

Did you know?

One of golf’s most iconic traditions takes place in East Georgia

Each spring, Augusta hosts the Masters Tournament, drawing global attention. Beyond the course, East Georgia is home to energy innovation at Plant Vogtle, along with outdoor recreation on its lakes and rivers, and a growing cybersecurity and defense presence.

13 counties strong

East Georgia

500,000+

Homes powered by a single unit at Plant Vogtle

Source: Georgia Power

1934

First Masters Tournament played in Augusta

18 square miles

Serene 18 Paddle Trail in Columbia County

Area Counties

Burke, Columbia, Glascock, Hancock, Jefferson, Jenkins, Lincoln, McDuffie, Richmond, Taliaferro, Warren, Washington, and Wilkes.

About East Georgia

East Georgia is anchored by energy, innovation, and global visibility. In Burke County, Plant Vogtle supports business growth with readily available, carbon-free nuclear energy. The region also supports advanced manufacturing and logistics and is home to Fort Gordon, the U.S. Army Cyber Command and Cyber Center of Excellence.

Each spring, Augusta draws global attention as it hosts the Masters Tournament, one of golf’s most prestigious events. Beyond the course, the Savannah River offers opportunities on the water, while historic sites like the Battle of Kettle Creek in Wilkes County and the legacy of McDuffie-born musician Blind Willie McTell reflect the region’s history and culture.

“We are excited to call Waynesboro our long-term home. The availability of a well-trained workforce and the support extended by Burke County and the State of Georgia made Waynesboro the obvious choice for Ritz.”

– Scott Flowers, CEO & General Manager, Ritz Instrument Transformers