Ashe County Map, North Carolina, USA

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Map of Ashe County - Ashe County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Ashe County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Ashe County located in the map, major cities in Ashe county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Ashe County, North Carolina

About Ashe County, North Carolina

Ashe County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Jefferson. As per 2020 census, the population of Ashe County is 26711 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 427 sq mi (1,106 km2). Ashe County was established on 1799.

Ashe County Facts

County InfoFacts
CountyAshe County
County SeatJefferson
StateNorth Carolina
CountryUnited States
FIPS code9
Established1799
Area427 sq mi (1,106 km2)
Population26711
Density
Formed / OriginWilkes County

Facts about Ashe County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionNorthwestern North Carolina / Appalachian Mountains
County SeatJefferson
Named AfterSamuel Ashe
Established1799
Coordinates~36.43° N, 81.57° W
Total Area~426–427 sq mi
Land Area~423 sq mi
Water Area~3 sq mi
Population (2020)~26,577
Estimated Population (2025)~27,464
Population Density~62 per sq mi
Major CommunitiesJefferson, West Jefferson, Lansing, Todd, Glendale Springs
Main IndustriesAgriculture (Christmas trees, dairy), Tourism, Crafts, Manufacturing
Major RoadsU.S. Highway 221, NC Highways 88, 16
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00)
Known ForBlue Ridge Parkway, New River, Mount Jefferson State Natural Area, Mountain music & arts
Websitehttps://www.ashecountygov.com

Top Attractions in Ashe County, North Carolina

  • Mount Jefferson State Natural Area – Hiking trails and mountain views.
  • Blue Ridge Parkway – Scenic drives and overlooks.
  • New River State Park – Canoeing, fishing, and camping.
  • Grayson Highlands State Park – Wild ponies and hiking trails.
  • Jefferson & West Jefferson Downtown – Shops, dining, and galleries.
  • Ashe County Cheese – Local cheese factory and store.
  • Ashe County Museum – Regional history exhibits.
  • Helton Creek Falls – Scenic twin waterfalls.
  • South Fork New River – Tubing and kayaking.
  • Mount Rogers Area – High-elevation scenery and trails.

Cities & Towns in Ashe County, North Carolina

Jefferson, West Jefferson, Lansing, Warrensville, Grassy Creek, Todd, Crumpler, Fleetwood, Helton, Sturgills