Haywood County Map, North Carolina, USA

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

Map of Haywood County, North Carolina

About Haywood County, North Carolina

Haywood County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Waynesville. As per 2020 census, the population of Haywood County is 62476 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 555 sq mi (1,437 km2). Haywood County was established on 1808.

Facts about Haywood County, North Carolina

CountryUnited States
StateNorth Carolina
RegionWestern North Carolina / Appalachian Mountains
County SeatWaynesville
Named AfterJohn Haywood (North Carolina state treasurer)
Established1808
Coordinates~35.49° N, 82.98° W
Total Area~554.50 sq mi
Land Area~553.56 sq mi
Water Area~0.94 sq mi
Population (2020)~62,089
Estimated Population (2024)~63,048
Population Density~112 per sq mi
Major CommunitiesWaynesville, Canton, Clyde, Maggie Valley, Lake Junaluska, West Canton
Main IndustriesTourism, Services, Manufacturing, Outdoor recreation
Major RoadsU.S. Highway 19, U.S. Highway 23, U.S. Highway 74, NC Highways
Time ZoneEastern Time (UTC−05:00)
Known ForSmoky & Blue Ridge Mountain scenery, Pisgah National Forest & Cataloochee, outdoor activities & mountain culture
Websitehttps://www.haywoodcountync.gov

Top Attractions in Haywood County, North Carolina

  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park – Hiking and mountain views.
  • Blue Ridge Parkway – Scenic drives and overlooks.
  • Waynesville Downtown – Shops and dining.
  • Lake Junaluska – Walking paths and boating.
  • Cataloochee Valley – Elk viewing.
  • Maggie Valley – Mountain town attractions.
  • Waterrock Knob – High-elevation views.
  • Soco Falls – Roadside waterfall.
  • Haywood County Arts Council – Local arts.
  • Jonathan Creek – Trout fishing.

Cities & Towns in Haywood County, North Carolina

Waynesville, Canton, Clyde, Maggie Valley, Lake Junaluska, Cruso, Bethel