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Waycross is a city in Ware County, Georgia, United States. The population was 15,333 at the 2000 census, and a micropolitan area of 51,611. The city is the largest city and county seat of Ware County.

Waycross is located in the heart of Southeast Georgia, at the northern tip of the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge. It is a city filled with Southern hospitality and charm. From the Historic Downtown district to the swamplands of the Okefenokee, there is something for everyone. Visitors can experience the traditional down-home cooking at the local restaurants and slip away into comfort at one of several accommodations. Attractions such as the Okefenokee Swamp Park and Obediah's Okefenok, give an in-depth look at a one of a kind ecosystem, including the wildlife, plant-life, and pioneer life in the area.

Attractions:
The Okefenokee Swamp Park
Obediah's Okefenok
Laura S. Walker State Park

Waycross is located at 31.213860, -82.354911 and is the closest city to the Okefenokee Swamp. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 30.3 km² (11.7 mi²). 30.3 km² (11.7 mi²) of it is land and 0.1 km² (0.04 mi²) of it (0.17%) is water. Residents take pride in the fact that it is the largest city in the largest county in the largest state east of the Mississippi River.

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