Ashe County NC Real Estate
Ashe County NC is found in the Appalachian
Mountain region in the northwestern corner
of North Carolina, bordered by Tennessee and
Virginia. Ashe County NC was first inhabited by
Native Americans. There have been many
Native American artifacts found in this
region, such as pieces of broken pottery
and arrowheads. One of the oldest rivers in
the world, the New River flows
though this area. In 1997 former
President Bill Clinton and Vice President Al
Gore held a ceremony on this scenic river
that designated it as an American Heritage
River. Most of Ashe County NC is located at
2,500 feet above sea level, with Mt.
Jefferson overlooking the county where you can see
mountain views of Virginia, Tennessee and North
Carolina.
Economy
Ashe County NC was once known
for its poultry and cattle farming. In the
past few decades, the county has moved away from this way of life to pursue more profitable
markets in the Christmas tree industry Western North Carolina is so well known for.
In addition to Christmas tree farming, there
is a wide variety of businesses in this area.
Ashe County NC is home to national and
international manufacturing companies, as
well as art galleries, small retail shops,
and entrepreneurial and tourism industries.
Hospitals
The Ashe Memorial Hospital is located in
Jefferson, North Carolina and prides itself
on excellence in primary care as well
as long term care services.
Schools
The school system in Ashe County NC is a part
of the North Carolina public school system.
Ashe County NC offers 4 elementary schools,
1 middle school, and 1 high school.
These schools are equipped with dedicated
teachers who share an interest in and
devotion to their
students.
Activities
 Ashe County
NC is a delightful
mountain community that has a plethora of
activities for residents and visitors alike.
Many people like to visit the Ashe County
Cheese Factory, the only cheese plant
of its kind in the state. Children and
adults enjoy watching the cheese-making
process, as well as sampling and buying its
variety of cheeses. There are many options
for outdoor activities ranging from
astronomy lessons to kayaking. The Bluff
Mountain Nature Preserve and Mt. Jefferson
State Natural Area offer hiking trails that
meander among some of the most beautiful
plant life the area has to offer. These areas also offer
biking, climbing, fishing,
and astronomy lessons. The New River
provides an incredible venue
for kayaking, canoeing, and all types of
fishing. Nearby streams are stocked with
trout every spring and make fishing a very
popular activity. Ashe County NC also is rich
in music and cultural arts for the whole
family, supported by the Ashe County Arts
Council.
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