Caldwell County Map, North Carolina, USA

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

Map of Caldwell County, North Carolina

About Caldwell County, North Carolina

Caldwell County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Lenoir. As per 2020 census, the population of Caldwell County is 80463 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 474 sq mi (1,228 km2). Caldwell County was established on 1841.

Facts about Caldwell County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionFoothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains / Western North Carolina
County SeatLenoir
Named AfterJoseph Caldwell
Established1841
Coordinates~35.92° N, 81.55° W
Total Area~474.6 sq mi
Land Area~471.9 sq mi
Water Area~2.7 sq mi
Population (2020)~80,652
Estimated Population (2024)~80,739
Population Density~171 per sq mi
Major CommunitiesLenoir, Hudson, Granite Falls, Rhodhiss, Cajah’s Mountain, Gamewell, Sawmills, Northlakes
Main IndustriesManufacturing (furniture & textiles), Services, Tourism
Major RoadsU.S. Highway 321, U.S. Highway 64, NC Highways
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00)
Known ForFoothills scenery, proximity to Blue Ridge Parkway & Pisgah National Forest, historic sites
Websitehttps://www.caldwellcountync.org

Top Attractions in Caldwell County, North Carolina

  • Wilson Creek Gorge – Hiking and waterfalls.
  • Wilson Creek Wild and Scenic River – Fishing and kayaking.
  • Hibriten Mountain – Scenic overlooks.
  • Harper Creek Falls – Waterfall hiking trail.
  • Downtown Lenoir – Shops and dining.
  • Caldwell County Historical Museum – Local history exhibits.
  • Blowing Rock Access Areas – Nearby mountain views.
  • Yadkin Valley Foothills – Scenic countryside.
  • Gamewell Park – Recreation and picnic areas.
  • Mulberry Recreation Center – Community activities.

Cities & Towns in Caldwell County, North Carolina

Lenoir, Hudson, Granite Falls, Gamewell, Sawmills, Patterson, Kings Creek