Marion, North Carolina

Pinto Acres Rodeo

Lucky Strike Gold & Gem Mine, Campground

Pan for gold in a stream that was mined in the early 1800s or look for gemstones in our flumes. Dining and gift shop on site. 51 campsites, 26 are full hook-up with electric, water and sewer, and 25

Linville Caverns

NC's only show caverns allows visitors to glimpse nature at work "inside" the mountains. Experienced guides point out interesting stalactite & stalagmite formations & explain the rich history & geological formation of the caverns, showing cave life that exists in a delicate ecosystem &

Armstrong Fish Hatchery

State fish hatchery open throughout the year. View and feed three species of trout in raceways and ponds. School tours available.

Historic Carson House

Built as a walnut log cabin in 1793