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Backpacking Near McDowell County NC
Would you love to hear nature’s music—the sounds of the rippling streams, chirping peepers, the mellow hoot of an owl? Pristine mountain streams and thundering waterfalls have carved out some of the most rewarding backpacking sites in America around McDowell County real estate.

Communities : East : Lake James
Beauty and Ecological Importance of Lake James
“Necessity is the mother of invention.” Beautiful Lake James real estate is the result of necessity and “an ounce of prevention.” Not that beauty was the driving force behind decisions.

Communities : East : Lake James
Buying Vacant Lots vs. Existing Lake James Homes
New purchasers of Lake James property praise the pristine nature of Lake James, the striking views of the Pisgah National Forest and Linville Gorge Wilderness area, and the close proximity to several charming small towns.

Communities : East : Lake James
Existing Development of Lake James Real Estate
To exercise just stewardship of the pristine environment, the primary developer, Crescent Resources, has opened up lots and set architectural and environmental guidelines for Lake James development.

Communities : East : Lake James
Features of Linville Gorge Rim near Lake James
Linville Gorge is one of the most rugged and scenic gorges in the Eastern USA. It is frequently referred to as the “Grand Canyon of the East.” From the gorge’s rim, there is an awesome view of the Linville River 2,000 feet below and a sneak peak of what the area looked like before Lake James and beautiful Lake James real estate was constructed. Between the hidden alcoves of lakefront Lake James and Mt. Mitchell, the rural McDowell County land stretches through some fascinating territory. Click title for more...

Communities : North : Little Switzerland
Gems Galore NW of Lake James Real Estate
Any American geologist would jump at the chance to come investigate the wealth hidden deep within the Blue Ridge Mountains, especially on McDowell County land as well as in the hills to the north in Yancey County and in Mitchell County near Mt. Mount Mitchell State Park. On the north slope of Mt. Mitchell, they can expect to find cyanite on Crabtree Creek (about two miles northwest of the junction of Yancey, Mitchell, and McDowell Counties) and a tremendous stash of mica. Click title for more...

Communities : South : Sugar Hill
Hills of Sugar Hill Properties are Alive
Cruising south from Marion, North Carolina through the rolling hills, the landscapes of Sugar Hill farm properties accommodate livestock, crops and horseback riders.

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Horseback Trails Near Marion NC Real Estate
Trot out from your little ranch near Marion or Lake James on your beloved Palomino. Alight at your neighbor’s to mentor a 4-H buddy. Or tow your beautiful mare in any direction through McDowell County properties and enjoy a variety of trails perfect for horseback riding.

Communities : South : Dysartsville
Hunt Dysartsville Real Estate for Game, Gems, History
On the edge of Appalachia in the South Mountains, Dysartsville enjoys broad vistas, pristine forests, beautiful game lands, and mountain trout streams.

Communities : East : Lake James State Park
Lake James State Park Real Estate Haven
In western North Carolina, Lake James State Park extends along NC-126 between the towns of Marion and Morgantown. At approximately 1,200 feet above sea level, its pristine lake and lush wooded acres refresh locals and visitors alike.

Communities : East : Lake James
Lake James, North Carolina Real Estate
Built over a seven-year period beginning in 1916, Lake James required the construction of three dams to contain the flowing mountain waters of the Catawba River, the North Fork of the Catawba River and the Linville River. Lake James has a surface area of approximately 6,800 acres with 150 miles of shoreline. Full pond is considered to be 1200 feet elevation above mean sea level.

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Linville Caverns Unveiled Near Marion Real Estate
North Carolina’s Linville Caverns are a masterpiece in the making. Mineral-laden drops of water absorbed from the surface of the mountains continue to sculpt exotic flowstone formations 2,700 feet beneath the Blue Ridge Parkway.

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Linville Gorge Wilderness: Take it Rough or Tourist-Easy
Crawl along a narrow slippery rock shelf and behold Linville Gorge tucked away in a corner of North Carolina’s Pisgah National Forest between Lake James real estate and Grandfather Mountain—daunting to explore, glorious to conquer, and fabulous to see!

Communities : North : Little Switzerland
Little Switzerland Property: A Retreat into Beauty
Under the majestic splendor of the stars, the misty blue mountains and green valleys surrounding Little Switzerland, North Carolina are as awesome now as they have been for thousands of years.

Communities : Central : Marion
Marion Real Estate within Heartbeat of Blue Ridge
Along the Catawba River Basin and near Lake James at the eastern foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the historic Mother city of Marion, North Carolina welcomes all. East of the Piedmont “where Main Street meets the mountains,” Marion extends hospitality to myriad travelers enjoying the panoramic robes of Mother Nature at her finest.

Communities : East : Lake James
Monumental Task of Building Lake James Impoundment
At the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina, Lake James is truly an engineering masterpiece. As the result of a monumental construction project (1905-1928), full-pond Lake James has a face area of 6,510 acres and a 154-mile shoreline that touches some of the most sought-after vacation Lake James real estate in the eastern United States. Click title for more...

Communities : East : Nebo
Nebo: Entrance to Lake James, Pisgah
Located in western Carolina on the edge of Lake James, real estate in Nebo welcomes all to some of the most exquisite experiences with nature in the United States. Her claim to fame used to be that she was named after the biblical Mt. Nebo, having been settled by a man named Andrew Hunter.

Communities : West : Pleasant Gardens
Pleasant Gardens Real Estate Awaits the Artist in You
Pack up your canvas, brushes, and the richest-color pigments that you can find. We’re off to Pleasant Gardens, a former plantation just west of Marion, North Carolina real estate on I-70. Bring a friend and plan to explore.

Communities : West : Old Fort
Pride and Joy of Old Fort NC Real Estate
The joy of the weekly Mountain Music jamboree in Old Fort puts sparkle in the heart and a twinkle in the eyes of its thousand residents—and the crowds who join them from afar.

Communities : East : Lake James
Prime Fly Fishing near Western Lake James Real Estate
If you are intrigued with fly-fishing, the great outdoors, and the scenery of the Blue Ridge Mountains, then McDowell County real estate with its tremendous views, small towns, and abundant trout is calling.

Communities : East : Lake James
Recreation Plethora at Lake James Real Estate, Part 1
When you move your family east of the Blue Ridge Mountains to Burke or McDowell County real estate and lakefront Lake James, a cosmos of world-class recreational options will be yours 365 days a year. Plan for your Lake James real estate to be vacation headquarters for friends and family, and you will reap the rewards of sharing the invigorating natural beauty and fresh air present 360 degrees around your Lake James waterfront home.

Communities : East : Lake James
Recreation Plethora at Lake James Real Estate, Part 2
We have been discussing the unparalleled recreation opportunities near Lake James real estate, a prime location in McDowell County and Burke County for families enjoying the outdoors in a natural environment close to their Lake James homes.

Communities : East : Lake James
Recreation Plethora at Lake James Real Estate, Part 3
Heading south from your Lake James real estate, friends and family will relish the adventures near the South Mountains. The more refined can head to the Silver Creek Golf Course or may enjoy Silver Creek Plantation real estate.

Communities : East : Lake James
Recreation Plethora at Lake James Real Estate, Part 4
When you choose Lake James real estate, you will be choosing to host friends and family every autumn when they come out to awe at the fireworks display along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Just east of Marion real estate, the hardwoods fire up the most fantastic multihued blaze of colored leaves along the US 221 Loop from Asheville to Linville Falls—branding a cherished lifetime memory.

Communities : East : Lake James
Sharp Appreciation of Lake James Real Estate
Decisions to limit development juxtaposed with the discovery of Lake James real estate are creating a sharp appreciation curve for property directly on the Lake James shoreline.

Communities : Central : Marion
Splendor from Blue Ridge Parkway to Marion NC Real Estate
Recognized as America’s most popular scenic drive, the Blue Ridge Parkway meanders through the serene Appalachian Mountains—only minutes from Marion NC real estate. Click title for more...

Communities : North : North Cove
Stirring Environment Home to North Cove Residents
When you are yearning for beautiful waterfalls, a national forest setting and a convenient location, North Cove Valley beckons. Here in North Carolina’s scenic McDowell County, only five minutes from the exalted vistas of the Blue Ridge Parkway and 30 minutes north of I-40, is North Cove’s radiant display of exquisite property.

Communities : East : Lake James
Stunning Golf Awaits Near Lake James Real Estate
North Carolina’s Lake James real estate comes with some of the most fantastic golfing opportunities anywhere. The exquisite Blue Ridge Mountain and Lake James views combine with an extraordinary complement of golf-course architecture and communities to keep every golfer comfortably on his or her toes. From the moderate lake climate to the cooler High Country breezes, golfers at Lake James and Marion NC real estate begin with Marion Lake Club in Nebo, scoot a few miles southwest to Old Fort Golf Course, then up to Mount Mitchell Golf Club, and over to Linville Falls Golf Club. Click title for more....

Communities : South : Glenwood
Thanks for Glenwood Real Estate, Western NC
On Route 221, just south of I-40 and Marion, North Carolina, Glenwood enjoys easy access to the mountains and the piedmont and to mineral-rich rolling hills. With a land area of 16 square miles and a rural population under 3,000, this tight-knit community has shared generations of hard work, sacrifice and pride in accomplishment.

Communities : East : Lake James
The Lap of Grandfather Mountain
Among the highest in the southern Appalachians, Grandfather Mountain's dramatic cliffs and steep slopes create a mosaic of specialized habitats and fantastic scenery. Standing above the surrounding region of McDowell County land and waterfront Lake James real estate north of Marion, North Carolina, the privately owned Grandfather Mountain is the place to go when you want to see forever. Click title for more...

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Vein Mountain McDowell Co. Gold Mining
Like the goose that laid the golden egg, Marion, North Carolina property literally sits on a gold mine. Just south of real estate in Marion, Vein Mountain's recreational gold mining and camping produce flour gold, fine gold, pickers, nuggets and golden friendships.