Maps

Image of Land Use courtesy of SCETV and produced by the SC Land Resources Conservation Commission.

Explore physical, political, historical, and thematic maps of South Carolina.

Physical Maps

Take a look at these maps that show physical features of South Carolina, such as mountains, rivers, elevation, and more.

• Natural State-Maps
  These aerial views show what regions of South Carolina look like from 20,000 feet up.
• Shaded Relief Map of SC
  Shaded relief maps show features on the surface such as mountains, valleys, and plateaus.
• River Map of SC
  Which river is closest to your hometown?
• Web of Water
  Explore the waterways of South Carolina.

Political Maps

Explore these maps that show political boundaries made by people, such as counties, regions, cities, and more.

• Maps of South Carolina
  Explore several maps of South Carolina.
• Historical maps of South Carolina 
  Explore maps of South Carolina throughout history.
• USA State Map
  Here is a colorful map of the United States. What states are closest to South Carolina?
• South Carolina County Maps 
  Check out this map of all 46 counties in South Carolina and detailed maps of each county.
• South Carolina Regions
  Find out which region you live in!
• Tourism and Vernacular Regions
  Have you heard of the Midlands, the Pee Dee, or the Grand Strand?

Thematic Maps

View these maps that show a particular subject or theme, such as population, weather, agriculture, and more.

• County Population Map
  How many people live in your county?
  • Population Map
• Weather Map Activity
• Commodity Map
  This vibrant map shows major commodities are produced in each county.
• Native Americans in South Carolina
  Several regions of South Carolina are home to Native American tribes.
• Interstate Map
  South Carolina has several interstates to get you from one part of South Carolina to another fast!

Map Skills

Learn how to read a map and learn the parts of an address.

• Addressing an Envelope 
  Learn how to write the address on an envelope.
• Landscapes-Map Skills
  Practice your compass skills here!
• Types of Communities
  Explore the differences between urban, suburban, and rural communities.
• Using a Map Grid
  Learn how to use a map grid to find your way around a map.