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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.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Pinto Acres Rodeo

Marion, NC Rodeos

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

Historic Downtown Marion

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, downtown Marion was established in 1842. Commercial development began in 1870 on 50 acres donated by John Carson. The Marion Depot is an 1860

Marion, NC Historic Districts

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

Things to do near Marion, NC

Highlander Motel

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Blowing Rock Memorial Park

Downtown park with picnic shelter and tables, playground equipment and low climbing wall, basketball, tennis, and volleyball ...

Linville Caverns

NC's only show caverns allows visitors to glimpse nature at work "inside" the mountains. Experienced guides point out intere...

Waynesville Country Club - Blue Ridge Course

The Blue Ridge Course is a more mountainous and scenic layout than the other two. The fairways are hilly but somewhat open, a...

Cartoogechaye Creek Campground

Beautiful, scenic campground with level sites and easy access. Vacation rentals available as well....