Tennessee Counties
Explore this detailed Tennessee county map showing all 95 counties in The Volunteer State. Click on any county to learn more about its location and details. This interactive map allows you to zoom in and explore each county boundary within Tennessee.
This interactive county map of Tennessee provides a comprehensive view of the state's administrative divisions. Use the zoom controls to focus on specific regions, and click on county boundaries to access detailed information about each county.
Tennessee State Map
Explore this detailed map of Tennessee with cities, towns, counties, and geographic features. Nicknamed "The Volunteer State," Tennessee stretches from the Appalachian Mountains in the east, across the rolling hills of the center, to the Mississippi River in the west.
This interactive map of Tennessee lets you explore the state's geography, including the capital, Nashville, other major cities such as Memphis, Knoxville and Chattanooga, and important landmarks. Zoom in to reveal smaller towns, highways and county lines.
About Tennessee - The Volunteer State
Tennessee features the Appalachian Mountains in the east, rolling hills in the center, and the Mississippi River in the west. The state achieved statehood on June 1, 1796, and covers 42,144 sq mi with a population of 6,910,840.
Manufacturing, agriculture, music industry, and tourism drive Tennessee's economy.
Tennessee Quick Facts
- Capital: Nashville
- Largest Cities: Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga
- Population: 6,910,840
- Area: 42,144 sq mi
- Statehood: June 1, 1796
- Nickname: The Volunteer State
Tennessee Geography and Regions
Tennessee features the Appalachian Mountains in the east, rolling hills in the center, and the Mississippi River in the west.
Major Cities on the Tennessee Map
Tennessee is traditionally divided into three Grand Divisions - East, Middle and West Tennessee - and each has its own major city.
Nashville - The state capital and largest city, on the Cumberland River in Middle Tennessee. Known as Music City, it is home to the Grand Ole Opry and Broadway's honky-tonks. See the Nashville city map.
Memphis - The largest city in West Tennessee, on the bluffs of the Mississippi River in the state's southwest corner, famous for Beale Street and Graceland. See the Memphis map.
Knoxville - The main city of East Tennessee, on the Tennessee River, home to the University of Tennessee and a gateway to Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Chattanooga - Set on the Tennessee River near the Georgia state line, beneath Lookout Mountain.
Other towns worth finding on the map include Clarksville near the Kentucky border, Murfreesboro and Franklin outside Nashville, Jackson in West Tennessee, and Johnson City and Gatlinburg in the east. For county names and boundaries, open the Tennessee county map, which shows all 95 counties.
Interesting Facts About Tennessee
- Nashville is the country music capital of the world
- The Grand Ole Opry is the longest-running radio show in history
- Graceland, Elvis Presley's home, is in Memphis
- The Tennessee Valley Authority provides power to much of the Southeast
Tennessee Economy and Industries
Manufacturing, agriculture, music industry, and tourism drive Tennessee's economy.
Tennessee Tourist Attractions and Landmarks
The Tennessee map reveals numerous attractions and landmarks that showcase the state's natural beauty and cultural heritage.
Major Landmarks
- Great Smoky Mountains - A notable landmark in Tennessee
- Graceland - A notable landmark in Tennessee
- Grand Ole Opry - A notable landmark in Tennessee
- Lookout Mountain - A notable landmark in Tennessee
- Tennessee River - A notable landmark in Tennessee
How to Use This Tennessee Map
This interactive Tennessee map provides multiple ways to explore The Volunteer State. Use the zoom controls to focus on specific regions, and click on city markers to access information about population, history, and local attractions.
Whether you're planning a trip to Tennessee, studying the state's geography, or researching its significance, this map serves as your comprehensive guide. The map includes major highways and highlights both urban centers and rural areas that define Tennessee's character.
For educational purposes, this Tennessee map helps students understand the relationship between geography and development, showing how natural features have influenced settlement patterns and economic activities throughout the state's history.