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About Swain County, North Carolina
Swain County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. It's county seat is Bryson City. As per 2020 census, the population of Swain County is 14136 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 541 sq mi (1,401 km2). Swain County was established on 1871.
Facts about Swain County, North Carolina
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| Region | Western NC / Great Smoky Mountains |
| County Seat | Bryson City |
| Named After | David L. Swain (Governor of North Carolina) |
| Established | 1871 (from parts of Jackson & Macon counties) |
| Coordinates | ~35.40° N, 83.49° W |
| Total Area | ~540.3 sq mi |
| Land Area | ~527.7 sq mi |
| Water Area | ~12.5 sq mi |
| Population (2020) | ~14,117 |
| Estimated Population (2025) | ~13,967 |
| Population Rank (NC) | ~88th largest county |
| Largest Town / Community | Cherokee (CDP) |
| Main Towns & Communities | Bryson City, Cherokee, Whittier, Almond, Ela, Lauada |
| Main Industries | Tourism & Recreation, Forestry, Agriculture, Services |
| Major Geographic Features | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Nantahala & Oconaluftee & Tuckaseegee Rivers, Fontana Lake |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time (UTC−05:00 / −04:00 DST) |
| Known For | Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians & Qualla Boundary, Smoky Mountain scenery, outdoor recreation & cultural heritage |
| Website | https://www.swaincountync.gov |
Top Attractions in Swain County, North Carolina
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park – Hiking and scenic views.
- Fontana Lake – Boating, fishing, and lakeside recreation.
- Clingmans Dome – Highest peak in the park with observation tower.
- Deep Creek Campground – Waterfalls and tubing.
- Historic Downtown Bryson City – Shops, dining, and heritage buildings.
- Nantahala Outdoor Center – Whitewater rafting and outdoor adventures.
- Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest – Old-growth forest hiking trails.
- Oconaluftee River – Fishing and paddling.
- Swain County Heritage Museum – Local history exhibits.
- Smoky Mountain Railroad – Scenic train rides.
Cities & Towns in Swain County, North Carolina
Bryson City, Whittier, Almond, Cherokee, Deep Creek, Topton, Alarka
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