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Marion, North Carolina

Marion, North Carolina

Marion, NC, nestled in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains, offers a blend of outdoor adventures, cultural attractions, and historic sites. Drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway scenic byway and enjoy breathtaking mountain vistas, hiking trails, and overlooks. Linville Caverns are located nearby. The natural limestone caverns offer guided tours through fascinating underground formations. Lake James State Park offers opportunities for hiking, swimming, boating, and fishing amidst stunning mountain scenery. Fish the pristine waters of Lake James or nearby rivers and streams that are known for trout fishing.

Explore the charming Downtown Marion Historic District with its historic buildings, shops, galleries, and restaurants. Don't miss the McDowell County Courthouse, a beautiful architectural gem. The Mountain Gateway Museum records the history and culture of the region, featuring exhibits on early Appalachian life, Native American heritage, and more.

Marion is surrounded by numerous hiking trails, white water rafting, rock climbing, cycling, and many campgrounds. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures or cultural experiences, Marion, North Carolina, has something to offer for every traveler.

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Historic Carson House

Built as a walnut log cabin in 1793

Marion, NC Historic Homes

Armstrong Fish Hatchery

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

Marion, NC Fishing

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

Marion, NC Campgrounds

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 &

Marion, NC Caverns

Things to do near Marion, NC

Franklin Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

The Interior Exchange

Antiques, art and fine furniture. Exclusive to Western Carolina, Nicholas Mosse Irish pottery. Crabttree and Evelyn stocklist...

Frontier Motor Lodge

Two story motel walking distance to the Harrah's Cherokee Casino, restaurants, and few shops. ...

Nantahala River Gem Mines

Nantahala River Gem Mine is located in the cool scenic mountains of Western North Carolina. WNC is well known as a gem capita...