Clay County Map, North Carolina, USA

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

Map of Clay County, North Carolina

About Clay County, North Carolina

Clay County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Hayesville. As per 2020 census, the population of Clay County is 11309 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 221 sq mi (572 km2). Clay County was established on 1861.

Facts about Clay County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionWestern North Carolina / Southern Appalachian Mountains
County SeatHayesville
Named AfterHenry Clay
Established1861
Coordinates~35.08° N, 83.73° W
Total Area~220.78 sq mi
Land Area~214.98 sq mi
Water Area~5.80 sq mi
Population (2020)~11,089
Estimated Population (2024)~11,614
Population Density~52 per sq mi
Major CommunitiesHayesville, Warne, Brasstown, Shooting Creek, Tusquittee, Elf
Main IndustriesAgriculture, Tourism & Outdoor Recreation, Local Services
Major RoadsU.S. Highway 64, NC Highway 69
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00)
Known ForMountain scenery, Nantahala National Forest, Chatuge Lake, outdoor recreation
Websitehttps://www.clayconc.com

Top Attractions in Clay County, North Carolina

  • Nantahala National Forest – Mountain scenery and trails.
  • Lake Chatuge – Boating and fishing.
  • Hiawassee River – Kayaking and trout fishing.
  • Brasstown Bald – High-elevation mountain views.
  • Clay County Recreation Park – Community recreation.
  • Hayesville Downtown – Shops and dining.
  • Clay County Historical & Arts Museum – Local history exhibits.
  • Shooting Creek Area – Rural scenery.
  • Chatuge Dam – Scenic overlook.
  • Hiawassee Wildlife Management Area – Wildlife viewing.

Cities & Towns in Clay County, North Carolina

Hayesville, Brasstown, Shooting Creek, Elf, Warne