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Watauga County lies in the beautiful Blue Ridge
Mountains of North Carolina. Watauga is an Indian name
often translated "whispering waters," "beautiful waters"
or "land of the beyond," all of which describe this High
Country area.
Boone, the county seat and home of Appalachian State
University, is known as the Heart of the High Country.
It is listed in two editions of The 100 Best Small Towns
in America, the 1995 edition of Where to Retire and was
a platinum winner for Best Mountain Town in the 1998
Blue Ridge Country Magazine.
Blowing Rock became one of the South’s first resorts in
the late 1800s when wealthy families sought to escape
the flatland’s heat and disease. Grand hotels, like the
Green Park Inn, provided vacationers with first class
accommodations and entertainment. The town continues
this tradition of resort-like relaxation offering
genteel comfort, cool air and beautiful mountain vistas
to visitors.
Watauga County NC is a naturalist and outdoor enthusiast's
paradise. There are mountains to climb, cliffs to scale,
rivers to swim, raft or canoe, areas to camp, caves for
the spelunker, scenic country roads to explore, trails
to hike, rare and diverse plant and animal wildlife
(many on the endangered species list) to appreciate and
awe inspiring views to behold.
Six golf courses are within the county. Nine additional
courses are in the High Country area. For the horseback
rider, Moses Cone Park off the Blue Ridge Parkway
provides over 27 miles of trails, and the Blowing Rock
Charity Horse Show, the oldest continuing horse show in
the country, attracts many of the best equestrians in
the United States. The
Blue Ridge Parkway
runs through Watauga County. Hundreds of thousands of
motorists leisurely drive the Parkway every year to
enjoy the spectacular scenery.
| Demographics (Source:
QuickFacts) |
| Population, 2004 |
42,457 |
| Age, 2000 |
Persons under 5 years old: 3.9%
Persons under 18 years old: 16.3%
Persons 65 years old and over: 11.0%
Female persons: 50.2% |
| Race, 2000 |
White: 96.5%
Black or African American: 1.6%
American Indian and Alaska Native: 0.3%
Asian persons: 0.6%
Persons reporting some other race: 0.5%
Persons reporting two or more races: 0.6%
White persons, not of Hispanic/Latino origin:
95.4%
Persons of Hispanic or Latino origin: 1.5% |
| Education, 2000 |
High school graduates, percent of persons
age 25+, 2000: 81.6%
Bachelor's degree or higher, pct of persons age
25+, 2000: 33.2% |
| Households, 1999-2000 |
Households: 16,540
Persons per household: 2.26
Median household income: $32,611
Per capita money income: $17,258 |
| Geography, 2000 |
Land area: 313 square miles
Persons per square mile: 136.6 |
| Things to Do |
| Chambers of Commerce |
Boone
Blowing Rock
Banner Elk |
| High Country Host |
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| Attractions and Amusements |
Tweetsie Railroad
Tweetsie Railroad is North Carolina's oldest
theme park. A three mile train ride takes you
back to the days of the old west. There are also
amusement rides for all ages and live
entertainment throughout the park.
Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain is one of the High
Country's most visited attractions.
Grandfather's main attractions include its
beautiful alpine hiking trails, mile high
swinging bridge and nature museum. Grandfather
is home to various festivals and special events
throughout the year including the Highland
Games. During this unique event, over one
hundred Scottish clans and societies sponsor a
celebration of Scottish dance, music and
athletics. Located on US Highway 221, two miles
north of Linville, North Carolina, Grandfather
Mountain is just a
short drive for a day of family fun.
Blue Ridge Parkway
The Parkway follows the Appalachian Mountain
chain and provides seemingly endless views of
many parallel ranges connected by cross ranges
and scattered hills. From Shenandoah National
Park to the Great Smokies, the parkway spans 369
miles.
Wildlife is abundant along the Parkway. During
the day, woodchucks, chipmunks and squirrels can
be seen. At night, skunks, bobcats, foxes,
opossums, and raccoons may be seen along the
roadsides. Whitetail deer and black bears are
present, but seldom seen. Look for them in early
morning or evening.
Linville Falls and
Linville Caverns
Linville Falls is one of the many natural
wonders of the High Country. A short walk from
the parking area unveils the beauty of the
falls. Five minutes away from the falls, you can
explore the natural limestone caverns of
Linville Caverns. For a small admission fee, you
can experience the power and beauty of nature. |
| Recreation |
Fishing
Gem Mining
Golf
Hiking
Rock Climbing
Skiing
Whitewater Rafting
For more information, visit
High Country Outdoors. |
| Museums |
Appalachian Cultural Museum
Museum of North Carolina Minerals |
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