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North Carolina Department of Transportation Table of Contents

Click on Byway. Introduction NCDOT Programs Rules of the Road Cultural Resources Blue Ridge Scenic Byways State Map Mountains Waterfall Byway Nantahala Byway Indian Scenic Byway Whitewater Way Forest Heritage Scenic Byway Appalachian Medley French Broad Overview Historic Flat Rock Scenic Byway Drovers Road Mountain Rag Pacolet Byway South Mountain Scenery Mission Crossing Little Parkway New River Valley Byway I-26 Scenic Highway U.S. 421 Scenic Byway Pisgah Loop Scenic Byway Upper Yadkin Way Yadkin Valley Scenic Byway Smoky Mountain Scenic Byway Mt. Mitchell Scenic Drive Hanging Rock Scenic Byway Colonial Heritage Byway Football Road Drive Mill Bridge Scenic Byway

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Uwharrie Scenic Road Rolling Kansas Byway Valley Drive Grassy Island Crossing Scenic Drive Birkhead Wilderness Route Flint Hill Ramble Indian Heritage Pottery Road Devil’s Stompin’ Ground Road North Durham Country Byway Averasboro Battlefield Scenic Byway Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway Scots-Welsh Heritage Byway Coastal Plain Blue-Gray Scenic Byway Meteor Lakes Byway Green Byway Brunswick Town Road Historic Byway Lafayette’s Tour Tar Heel Trace Edenton-Windsor Loop Perquimans Crossing Scenic Byway River Route Roanoke Voyages Corridor Scenic Byway

State Parks & Recreation Areas Historic Sites For More Information Bibliography

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The N.C. Department of Transportation has designated 51 scenic byways to give visitors and residents a chance to experience ’s history, geography and culture, while also raising awareness for the protection and preservation of these treasures. Byways are carefully selected to portray the diverse beauty and culture of the Tar Heel State and provide travelers with safe and interesting alternate travel routes. These byways are intended as an alternative to the faster-paced traffic and commercial areas found along our state’s major highways and interstates. Following the byways, motorists will see some of North Carolina’s most breathtaking scenery, from the in the west to the fertile plains of the Piedmont to the crystal blue shore of our coast. The routes are clearly marked with N.C. Scenic Byways signs (shown below). Please follow the maps and route descriptions carefully and understand that the maps on each byway page are not to scale and are given as a general guide only. For this reason, a N.C. State Transportation Map is recommended for use in conjunction with the maps in this book. Portions of some routes are not suitable for various types of vehicles. Special symbols have been inserted in the text to draw attention to these restrictions. Alternate routes are noted when available. A few routes may be briefly interrupted by commercial or municipal areas. In such cases the scenic byway may temporarily end, but directions are given to help drivers resume the route. Approximate travel time and mileage are also included for each byway to help motorists plan their travels accordingly. These times are intended as a general guide. Please allow extra time to visit some of the specific sites referenced in the byway descriptions. N.C. Scenic Byways vary in length from three to 173 miles, and in character from curvy mountain roads to ferry rides across coastal sounds. Motorists will see little or no development along the routes, enhancing the natural character and quality of the byways. If following the byways in reverse order from the descriptions given, please keep in mind that the directions will reverse. Enjoy exploring North Carolina’s less traveled roads.

NCDOT ­— Scenic Byways Program 1557 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1577 Visit our Web site at www.ncdot.gov/~scenic.

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Scenic Byway directional sign

Scenic Byway Route

Mountain

Lighthouse

Points of Interest

Cities/Towns

64 U.S. Route

58 N.C. Route

40 Interstate Route

1111 State Secondary Road (S.R.)

National Scenic Byway - “All American Road”

Railroad

River

North DIRECTIONAL Arrow

large or recreational vehicles NOT RECOMMENDED

Ferry along route

2 Historic Site (Open to the public.)* State Parks and Recreation Areas* North Carolina Rest Area

W North Carolina Welcome Center

V North Carolina Visitor Center

Historic Sites and State Parks are noted on the byway * maps and referenced in the back of the book. Please contact them directly to find out their exact location or to receive visitor information.

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Highway Beautification Aviation The NCDOT Wildflower Program With more than 300 privately owned creates colorful landscapes along the and 74 publicly owned airports, heliports state’s roadsides and other landing with flower areas, aviation is plantings. The a vital part of the department’s 14 state’s economy. highway divisions More than 43 plant 200,000 million passengers daylilies annually fly to and from and maintain 2,500 North Carolina acres of wildflower each year, and seedbeds. commercial and The program general aviation is supported airports generate through federal about $12 billion

enhancement NCDOT annually for the N.C. Wildflower Program, Mount funds, citizen state. For more donations and proceeds from personalized information on aviation in North Carolina, license plates. visit www.ncdot.org/transit/aviation. Motorists will also travel along thousands of miles of litter-free highways Ferry maintained by some 6,000 groups totaling The ferry system includes 22 ferries 100,000 citizen volunteers in North that operate 365 days a year on seven Carolina’s Adopt-A-Highway Program. The routes along the coast. Ferries provide a groups pick up about 4 million pounds vital link to many coastal residents and of litter from 12,000 adopted roadside take visitors to unforgettable attractions miles, saving taxpayers nearly $4 million such as lighthouses, pristine beaches, annually in roadside cleanup costs. Show world-class fishing, romantic getaways, support for the state’s anti-litter efforts historic sites, kayaking, windsurfing and by purchasing a “No Litter” license plate more. Reservations are available on several through NCDOT’s Division of Motor routes. For more information, call Vehicles. For more information about our 1-800-BY-FERRY (293-3779) or visit highway beautification programs, call www.ncferry.org. 1-800-331-5864 or visit www.ncdot. org/~beautification.

6 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Public Transportation the list of available maps at www.ncdot. Getting North Carolinians where they org/transit/bicycle. want to go is the mission of the state’s public transportation systems. Urban, Governor’s Highway Safety rural and regional public transit systems Program provide mobility for citizens without a NCDOT’s Governor’s Highway Safety vehicle and for those who prefer to let Program oversees initiatives related to someone else do the driving. At work in highway safety, such as seat belt use, all 100 counties, public transportation driving while impaired, speeding and provides access to employment, education, aggressive driving. The office works closely medical services, shopping and recreational with the National Highway Traffic Safety activities. Safe and efficient public Administration, N.C. State Highway Patrol transportation means better mobility, and numerous other state and local continued economic growth, a cleaner agencies. GHSP is best known for its public environment and improved quality of life. awareness campaigns, including “Click It For more information, visit www.ncdot. or Ticket” and “Booze It & Lose It.” For org/transit/transitnet. more information about GHSP and North Carolina’s highway safety initiatives, go to North Carolina’s Service www.ncdot.org/programs/GHSP. With four passenger trains providing daily service to 12 cities and towns, North Rest Areas Carolina’s Amtrak is your connection to North Carolina’s highway rest areas Raleigh, Greensboro, Charlotte and many offer opportunities for convenient, brief towns in between. The Winston-Salem stops and provide easy roadside access Connector offers shuttle service between to public restrooms, drinking water and the High Point train station and downtown telephones seven days a week, 24 hours a Winston-Salem. Local transit is available in day. Visitor centers and welcome centers most cities along the route. are open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For train schedules, fares and ticket Information about North Carolina’s 60 rest information, call 1-800-USA-RAIL (872- areas, including photos, directions and 7245) or visit www.bytrain.org. For amenities, is available at www.ncdot. best fares, book early. org/~restarea.

Bicycle and Pedestrian North Carolina has an extensive system of more than 5,000 miles of cross-state, regional and local mapped and signed bicycle routes along lightly traveled, scenic roads. These routes connect the state’s towns and cities, as well as other points of interest. Call (919) 807-0777 or check

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Move Over/ Fender Bender Helmets Laws Helmets are required by law when Under the “Move Over” law, motorists riding on a motorcycle or moped. Children are required to move over one lane, if up to age 16 are required to wear a helmet possible, or reduce speed for stopped while riding a bicycle. emergency vehicles with flashing lights on the shoulder of the highway, including Safety Belts and Child public service vehicles with amber lights. Passenger Restraints The “Fender-Bender” law requires All vehicle occupants including those motorists to move their vehicles to the in the back seat are required to wear seat shoulder of the road following minor, belts. Front seat passengers who violate non-injury crashes. Failure to abide by the the law will receive a $25 fine. Back seat “Move Over” law could result in a fine of passengers will receive a $10 fine. Children $500. Violation of the “Fender-Bender” up to age 8 and weighing less than 80 law could result in $110 in fines and pounds must be secured in a safety seat court costs. while riding in a vehicle. Older children must transition to booster seats before Cell Phone Use graduating to an adult safety belt. Drivers Drivers younger than 18 are prohibited who fail to properly secure their children from using a mobile telephone while face $125 in fines and court costs, as well driving except in the case of an emergency as a two-point penalty on their driving or when talking to a parent or spouse. record. For more information about seat Violators pay a $25 fine, but receive no belts and child restraints, visit driver license points, insurance surcharge www.buckleupnc.org. or court costs. Traffic Crashes Headlights Traffic crashes involving death, personal Motorists are required to use their injury or property damage of $1,000 or headlights from sunset to sunrise and more must be reported to the nearest law when light conditions restrict visibility enforcement officer or agency. Failure to to 400 feet or less. Motorists are also make this report may result in prosecution required to use headlights while or driver license suspension. operating windshield wipers during inclement weather. Driving While Impaired Motorists with a blood alcohol concentration at or greater than 0.08 percent are charged with driving while

8 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP impaired. Minimum punishment is a • Pay close attention; possible fine of up to $200 and a possible • Don’t tailgate; term of imprisonment ranging from 24 • Don’t speed; hours to 30 days. Maximum punishment • Be patient; and is a possible fine of up to $4,000 and a • Limit distractions. possible term of imprisonment ranging from 30 days to two years. A person Travel Information convicted of DWI will also have his or her Motorists can dial “511” for travel license suspended by NCDOT’s Division information 24 hours a day, seven days a of Motor Vehicles for at least one year. week for an easy-to-use, voice-activated Persons with a prior DWI conviction may system. The toll-free service is available be subject to punishment as a felon and from landline and cellular phones their vehicle may be seized and sold. anywhere in North Carolina (wireless air- time charges may apply). The system may Work Zone Safety also be accessed by dialing 1-877-511- Everyone plays a role in work zone INNC. (For TDD-TTY, call 711 and ask for safety, from professional truck drivers, 1-877-511-4662.) The 511 service provides everyday motorists and officers enforcing information on highway construction, traffic laws to the workers on the roadway. major traffic accidents, weather-related As partners on the highway, NCDOT travel, North Carolina tourism, Blue Ridge reminds motorists to “Drive Smart. Do Parkway travel, Your Part” when traveling through the National Park travel and more. Travel state’s work zones. information including road conditions, More than 100 people have been killed NCDOT traffic cameras, rail, transit and in North Carolina work zones in the last aviation links, and weather updates are three years, the majority of whom were also available online at www.ncdot.org/ motorists. It is important to remember that traffictravel. driving hazards may be present in work When using 511, dial 88 at any time zones even if workers are not. to switch from the voice response system As conditions in a work zone can to touch-tone features. Also, users familiar change quickly, it is especially important with 511 can give their answers before the for motorists to pay attention and reduce questions are completed. speed through these areas. In North Carolina, the penalty for speeding in a Mile Markers work zone is $250 plus three driver Mile markers are a valuable tool when license points. referencing specific locations on North Following these work zone safety Carolina’s highways. The small green driving tips can help save lives, including signs with white numbers are located on your own: highway shoulders. Most often, they are • Stay alert; located at each mile along the highway, • Expect the unexpected; though in some urban areas they are

9 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP posted every tenth of a mile. officials that may result in the safe recovery On north-south routes, mile markers of an abducted or endangered child. begin at 0 at the furthest point south When the Amber Alert System is activated, and increase heading north. On east-west information about the child, abductor and/ routes, mile markers begin at 0 at the or the abductor’s vehicle can be distributed farthest point west and increase heading via radio, television and electronic east. Exit numbers also correspond to highway signs as well as through 511, the nearest mile marker to help motorists North Carolina’s travel information line judge distance. and NCDOT’s travel information Web site www.ncdot.org/traffictravel. People N.C. State Highway Patrol with information that might help with the To contact the N.C. State Highway recovery of the child are instructed Patrol while on the road, dial *HP (*47) to dial *HP (*47) to reach the State from any cell phone. For more information, Highway Patrol. visit www.nccrimecontrol.org. N.C. Silver Alert System Incident Management To help protect an increasing Assistance Patrol population of individuals that suffer from NCDOT sponsors the Incident dementia or other cognitive impairment, Management Assistance Patrol, a North Carolina developed the Silver Alert statewide fleet of 60 drivers who monitor program to quickly locate missing persons North Carolina’s most heavily traveled who may be endangered. corridors, assisting stranded motorists and The Silver Alert program was designed helping clear incidents on the highway. to quickly disseminate descriptive IMAP drivers are trained to respond to information about the missing adult, so a variety of needs such as changing flat that citizens in the affected area can be tires, providing gasoline and moving stalled on the lookout for the endangered person vehicles out of travel lanes. IMAP assists and notify local law enforcement with disabled motorists, but also provides a any relevant information. The program greater service to the traveling public by is a cooperative effort among local and preventing minor incidents from causing state law enforcement and the N.C. major congestion and delays, reducing the Center for Missing Persons, with voluntary chance of secondary crashes. participation by radio and television broadcasters and NCDOT. N.C. Amber Alert System The N.C. Amber Alert System is a cooperative effort between law enforcement, criminal justice, transportation and broadcast agencies. The system enlists the aid of the public to provide information to law enforcement

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Historical Markers Cultural Web-Based Throughout the state, more than 1,500 Driving silver state highway historical markers For interesting side trips off of N.C. describe important stories about North Scenic Byways, consider visiting the Carolina including the history behind duels, following Web sites: libraries, churches, railroads, American www.ncculturetour.org Indian tribes, Civil War battles, the civil www.cherokeeheritagetrails.org rights movement and more. Each marker www.homegrownhandmade.com features Global Positioning Satellite www.blueridgemusic.org coordinates to help orient you as you www.ncliterarytrails.org explore these stories. www.discovercraftnc.org

N.C. Arts and Culture It is easy to combine arts and culture while traveling. A great place to start is “Exploring Cultural Heritage Online,” at www.ncecho.org. The Web site is managed by the State Library of North Carolina. While traveling through North Carolina, look for highway signs that lead to 27 state historic sites and eight history museums. For more information on history, the arts and cultural travel, visit the N.C. Department of Cultural Resources Web site at www.ncculture.com. NCDOT Historical markers on N.C. 82 near Falcon, along the Averasboro Battlefield Scenic Byway

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58 77 Point of Interest 221 58 Galax 200 City or Town 221 Fancy The Blue Ridge Parkway is often recreational opportunities. The Gap NC Scenic Byway 97 referred to as the original “scenic byway.” internationally recognized drive blends 89 * The parkway’s 252 miles in North Carolina landscape architecture and engineering, Blue Ridge Parkway VA * NC are recognized as while protecting Exit along Parkway 18 * 440 220 * 77 * 18 an “All American and proclaiming Distance Marker 221 (mileage begins in ) Cumberland 89 240 Road” by the mountain Laurel Springs Knob New River Brinegar Valley Byway 88 * Federal Highway culture. Doughton Cabin 21 16 Park Administration. Activities 260 * New River 18 The route such as , Valley Byway provides picnicking, U.S. 421 221 * 194 Scenic Highway 16 Julian Price Boone 280 E.B. Jeffress spectacular , boating, Mem. Park Park Mission 421 mountain and fishing and 194 105 * Crossing Moses H. Cone valley vistas, sightseeing 300 Memorial Park N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism 184 Blowing Rock quiet pastoral Blue Ridge Parkway are available 221 * Linville Little scenes, sparkling waterfalls, and colorful along the route. Along the way are five * Parkway 321 Grandfather flower and foliage displays. campgrounds for overnight visitors, as well Mountain Construction began in 1935 under as 72 trails and 25 tunnels for exploring. 181 President D. Roosevelt’s New The parkway’s highest elevation is at Museum of 320 * North Carolina Linville Deal program. During President Ronald Richland-Balsam Gap, more Minerals Falls Pisgah Crabtree Loop Reagan’s administration, the last mile was than 6,000 feet above Meadows 340 completed around . sea level. State Park I-26 221 An effort of 52 years, nine presidents and Scenic 360 26 Byway 128 $130 million resulted in the 469 miles that Craggy Gardens Marion connect the in French 19 Broad 23 Weaverville * Virginia to the Great Smoky Mountains Overview 251 Folk Art Black Mountain 380 40 National Park in North Carolina. Center Asheville Visitors from around the world Black 240 9 Mountain Appalachian Rag enjoy the parkway’s leisurely *Biltmore 74 Medley Estate 40 74 drive and scenic views that 209 25 Drover’s 400 Road 19 provide a temporary * 26 23 110 escape from the 276 276 hustle and bustle Mount Pisgah of everyday life. Waynesville 460 The parkway 440 215 420 * Forest Heritage offers various * Scenic Byway 19 * 23 * cultural, natural, 74 historic and

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58 77 Point of Interest 221 58 Galax 200 City or Town 221 Fancy Gap NC Scenic Byway 97 89 * Blue Ridge Parkway VA * Exit along Parkway NC 18 * 440 220 * 77 * 18 Distance Marker 221 (mileage begins in Virginia) Cumberland 89 240 Laurel Springs Knob New River Brinegar Valley Byway 88 * Doughton Cabin 21 16 Park

260 * New River 18 Valley Byway U.S. 421 221 * 194 Scenic Highway 16 Julian Price Boone 280 E.B. Jeffress Mem. Park Park Mission 421 194 105 * Crossing Moses H. Cone 300 Memorial Park 184 Blowing Rock 221 * Linville Little * Parkway 321 Grandfather Mountain

181 Museum of 320 * North Carolina Linville Minerals Falls Pisgah Crabtree Loop Meadows Mount Mitchell 340 State Park I-26 221 Scenic 360 26 Byway 128 Craggy Gardens Marion French 19 Broad 23 Weaverville * Overview 251 Folk Art Black Mountain 380 40 Asheville Center Black 240 9 Mountain Appalachian Rag *Biltmore 74 Medley Estate 40 74 209 25 Drover’s 400 Road 19 * 26 23 110 276 276 Mount Pisgah Waynesville For more information on the Blue To find out more about the nation’s

460 440 215 420 * Ridge Parkway, contact the National other All American Roads and Forest Heritage Park Service’s Blue Ridge Parkway National Scenic Byways, visit * Scenic Byway 19 * 23 * Office at (828) 298-0398 or visit www.byways.org. 74 Cherokee www.nps.gov/blri.

13 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 22 Alleghany W Granville V Vance Currituck 34 220 11 W WNorthampton Gates V 13 17 Surry Person 85 158 Camden 321 Rockingham Perqui- Pasquotank 52 mans Ashe 55 77 Stokes 29 Watauga Caswell 158 Warren 31 Wilkes Hertford

Alamance Chowan 158 421 Yadkin 158 Halifax 17 Mitchell 51 1 27 13 Durham Forsyth Orange 85 17 Guilford 40 15 26 32 85 Franklin Nash Bertie 40 V 28 50 35 2 19 19 Madison 23 Yancey Caldwell 40 Davie 220 46 64 V V 43 221 41 AlexanderIredell Edgecombe 64 W Burke 17 19 Randolph Chatham WashingtonTyrrell 40 V 40 Davidson 64 Dare 47 Buncombe 85 49 Martin Haywood Catawba Swain McDowell5 30 4 13 Wake 10 1 Rowan 52 95 Wilson 25 14 48 321 421 264 8 18 77 40 Beaufort Hyde Rutherford Lincoln Cabarrus 16 Lee Wayne Pitt 12 33 26 Mecklenburg Stanly 220 45 Greene Graham Jackson Gaston Johnston 19 Henderson Polk 74 Harnett 17 129 Moore Macon 64 Lenoir 38 Cleveland 44 Montgomery 3 70 Cherokee 53 39 42 1 Sampson Craven 64 23 W 74 Clay V Transylvania 37 12 24 6 Pamlico 36 54 W Jones 74 Richmond Hoke Cumberland Duplin Union 20 24 Anson 24 Onslow 29 12 Scotland 95 V Click on green location dots to take you to specific Byway. 74 Carteret 40 24 Robeson Bladen Pender W 17 north carolina 74 76 LEGEND Columbus scenic by ways 21 9New Hanover N.C. Scenic Byway

Brunswick Interstate & N.C. Primary Road 95 1. Alligator River Route (pg. 150) 21. Green Swamp Byway (pg. 126) 17 V 7 Major Urban Area 2. Appalachian Medley (pg. 34) 22. Hanging Rock Scenic Byway (pg. 76) Ferry Route 3. Averasboro Battlefield Scenic Byway (pg. 112) 23. Historic Flat Rock Scenic Byway (pg. 39) 4. Birkhead Wilderness Route (pg. 99) 24. Indian Heritage Trail (pg. 103) W North Carolina Welcome Center 5. Black Mountain Rag (pg. 43) 25. Indian Lakes Scenic Byway (pg. 28) V North Carolina Visitor Center 6. Blue-Gray Scenic Byway (pg. 120) 26. Scenic Highway (pg. 54) 7. Brunswick Town Road (pg. 128) 27. Lafayette’s Tour (pg. 134) 8. Cherohala Skyway (pg. 26) 28. Little Parkway (pg. 50) 9. Cape Fear Historic Byway (pg. 130) 29. Meteor Lakes Byway (pg. 124) 10. Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway (pg. 114) 30. Mill Bridge Scenic Byway (pg. 87) 11. Colonial Heritage Byway (pg. 79) 31. Mission Crossing (pg. 48) 12. Crowders Mountain Drive (pg. 85) 32. Mt. Mitchell Scenic Drive (pg. 70) 13. Devil’s Stompin’ Ground Road (pg. 107) 33. Nantahala Byway (pg. 23) 14. Drovers Road (pg. 41) 34. New River Valley Byway (pg. 52) 15. Edenton-Windsor Loop (pg. 141) 35. North Durham Country Byway (pg. 109) 16. Flint Hill Ramble (pg. 101) 36. Outer Banks Scenic Byway (pg. 155) 17. Football Road (pg. 83) 37. Pacolet River Byway (pg. 45) 18. Forest Heritage Scenic Byway (pg. 32) 38. Pamlico Scenic Byway (pg. 146) 19. French Broad Overview (pg. 37) 39. Pee Dee Valley Drive (pg. 93) 20. Grassy Island Crossing (pg. 95) 40. Perquimans Crossing (pg. 144)

14 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 22 Alleghany W Granville V Vance Currituck 34 220 11 W WNorthampton Gates V 13 17 Surry Person 85 158 Camden 321 Rockingham Perqui- Pasquotank 52 mans Ashe 55 77 Stokes 29 Watauga Caswell 158 Warren 31 Wilkes Hertford

Alamance Chowan 158 421 Yadkin 158 Halifax 17 Mitchell 51 1 27 13 Durham Avery Forsyth Orange 85 17 Guilford 40 15 26 32 85 Franklin Nash Bertie 40 V 28 50 35 2 19 19 Madison 23 Yancey Caldwell 40 Davie 220 46 64 V V 43 221 41 AlexanderIredell Edgecombe 64 W Burke 17 19 Randolph Chatham WashingtonTyrrell 40 V 40 Davidson 64 Dare 47 Buncombe 85 49 Martin Haywood Catawba Swain McDowell5 30 4 13 Wake 10 1 Rowan 52 95 Wilson 25 14 48 321 421 264 8 18 77 40 Beaufort Hyde Rutherford Lincoln Cabarrus 16 Lee Wayne Pitt 12 33 26 Mecklenburg Stanly 220 45 Greene Graham Jackson Gaston Johnston 19 Henderson Polk 74 Harnett 17 129 Moore Macon 64 Lenoir 38 Cleveland 44 Montgomery 3 70 Cherokee 53 39 42 1 Sampson Craven 64 23 W 74 Clay V Transylvania 37 12 24 6 Pamlico 36 54 W Jones 74 Richmond Hoke Cumberland Duplin Union 20 24 Anson 24 Onslow 29 12 Scotland 95 74 V Carteret 40 24 Robeson Bladen Pender W 17 74 76 LEGEND Columbus 21 9New Hanover N.C. Scenic Byway

Brunswick Interstate & N.C. Primary Road 95 17 V 7 Major Urban Area Ferry Route National Scenic Byway

W North Carolina Welcome Center V North Carolina Visitor Center

41. Pisgah Loop Scenic Byway (pg. 59) 42. Pottery Road (pg. 105) 43. Roanoke Voyages Corridor (pg. 153) 44. Rolling Kansas Byway (pg. 91) 45. Sandhills Scenic Drive (pg. 97) 46. Scots-Welsh Heritage Byway (pg. 115) 47. Smoky Mountain Scenic Byway (pg. 67) 53. Waterfall Byway (pg. 19) 48. South Mountain Scenery (pg. 46) 54. Whitewater Way (pg. 30) 49. Tar Heel Trace (pg. 139) 55. Yadkin Valley Scenic Byway (pg. 64) 50. Upper Yadkin Way (pg. 62) 51. U.S. 421 Scenic Byway (pg. 57) 52. Uwharrie Scenic Road (pg. 89) 15 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP m o u n t a i n r e g i o n

routes Waterfall Byway 19 Nantahala Byway 23 Cherohala Skyway 26 Indian Lakes Scenic Byway 28 Whitewater Way 30 Forest Heritage Scenic Byway 32 Appalachian Medley 34 French Broad Overview 37 Historic Flat Rock Scenic Byway 39 Drovers Road 41 Black Mountain Rag 43 Pacolet River Byway 45 South Mountain Scenery 46 Mission Crossing 48 Little Parkway 50 New River Valley Byway 52 I-26 Scenic Highway 54 U.S. 421 Scenic Byway 57 Pisgah Loop Scenic Byway 59 Upper Yadkin Way 62 Yadkin Valley Scenic Byway 64 Smoky Mountain Scenic Byway 67 Mt. Mitchell Scenic Drive 70

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The Waterfall Byway winds 98 miles miles east of Cashiers. through five of the state’s western most The town of Cashiers, located at the counties and earns its name from the intersection of U.S. 64 and N.C. 107, 200 waterfalls that is about 10 miles surround the route. from Toxaway Falls. In fact, Transylvania Pronounced “cash- County, where the ers” by locals, the byway begins, is town is one of known as “Land of the oldest resort the Waterfalls” for communities settled the many waterfalls by Low Country and trout streams in South Carolinians the area. who wanted to Beginning at get away from the the intersection of coastal summer heat U.S. 64 and N.C. and humidity. South 215 near Rosman, Carolina Gov. and travel west along Confederate Gen.

U.S. 64 and cross NCDOT Wade Hampton’s the French Broad summer home, “High River, whose name means “racing waters” Hampton,” was located south of Cashiers in Cherokee. Continue on U.S. 64 West and is still a favored resort. The headwaters seven miles to the curve where U.S. 64 of the are within the crosses the Toxaway River at Toxaway town’s limits. Falls. From Cashiers, travel four miles The beautiful Toxaway Falls are on to Cowee Gap. From the gap, at the the left with Toxaway on the right. headwaters of the , it Be careful not to park on the shoulder of is eight winding miles into Macon the road as it is unsafe for both motorists County and the town of Highlands, the and pedestrians. Nearby local merchants highest incorporated community on the provide limited parking for motorists to East Coast. Follow U.S. 64 through this enjoy the falls. From Toxaway Falls, quaint resort town. travel three miles into the Sapphire Founded in 1875, Highlands was Valley resort area. Also, pass Fairfield located here because it lies at the and Sapphire lakes, both privately intersection of imaginary map lines formed owned, and into Jackson County before from Chicago to Savannah and from crossing the Horse Pasture River, 1.5 Baltimore to New Orleans. Highlands was

19 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP designed by Charles Hutchins and Samuel glimpse of the Cullasaja River below as well T. Kelsey of Kansas, who also designed the as views of the Great Smoky Mountains resort community of Linville. and the Pisgah and Nantahala national Cross Lake on the forests. Observant visitors may spot falcons, outskirts of Highlands and continue which are known to inhabit the trees along for two miles to the 120-foot drop of the gorge. The community of Gneiss, Bridal Veil Falls. The water from this falls named for the metamorphic rock that flows into the Cullasaja River to the south. abounds in this area, is two miles past Use the provided parking area just west of Cullasaja Falls. the falls to enjoy beauty from either side The Cullasaja Gorge ends about or underneath, where the old highway five miles from Gneiss in the Cullasaja ran. Nearby Dry Falls is so named because community. From this small town, visitors can walk underneath the roaring travel 2.5 miles to the U.S. 23/441 water without getting wet. The U.S. Forest interchange with U.S. 64 in Franklin, Service also provides a parking area for the Macon County seat. This town is best visitors to explore and enjoy this waterfall. known for the treaty council held here The byway enters the Cullasaja between Sir Cuming and the Gorge six miles west of Dry Falls. The Cherokee Indians in 1730. The Cherokee Cullasaja River formed the gorge as it were defeated in 1761 by a force of flowed west into the Little River. settlers, Chickasaws and Creeks. The site of The Forest Service has designated a portion an early American Indian village, , is of this route as the national Mountain marked by a mound in Franklin. Waters Scenic Byway. Four miles from Follow U.S. 64 West/U.S. 23/441 Dry Falls is Cullasaja Falls. Located on South for 7.5 miles to the community the left heading west, this impressive cascade drops 310 feet in one-half mile. The drop may be difficult to see, so look carefully behind 28 74 the trees toward the lower B MR lu S Dillsboro e part of the gorge. G Rid 215 g 19 e While in 107 Pa r 129 k 23 w the gorge, 28 a 441 y catch a Brevard 19 74 Cullasaja 281 129 Franklin 4 Gorge Lake 215 5 Cartoogechaye Bridal Toxaway Veil 2 Falls 64 Rosman Murphy 64 Dry Hayesville 23 Falls Cashiers 1158 441 Toxaway 19 3 1135 281 129 64 Highlands Falls 178 1134 1 Brasstown Lake 107 1100 (see inset) Lake V Sequoyah Chatuge

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. Creek. American Indian lore tells of an wn Rd of Cartoogechaye, (pronounced Brassto overweight maiden from nearby who ran “car-toogi-chay”). The nearby mountains away to get married without her father’s are part of the Nantahala range in the permission. The dismayed thinner maidens Nantahala National Forest. After about of the tribe gave her the nickname four miles, cross Winding Stair Gap, “Chunky Gal.” one of the early western passages along Shooting Creek is 8.5 miles from the . Hayesville, the Clay County seat. Four Continue two miles through the miles east of Hayesville the byway community of Rainbow passes Lake Chatuge, which is known Springs and then nearly as the crown jewel of the 28 74 two miles to Black Authority lakes. The water is now part of B MR lu S Dillsboro e Gap on the Macon/ the Hiawasee River. Hayesville was named G Rid 215 g 19 e Clay County line. in 1891 for the town’s founder, George 107 Pa r 129 k 28 23 w This portion takes Hayes. Fort Hembree, one of the gathering 441 a y Brevard motorists 10 miles places for the Cherokee who were 19 74 Cullasaja 281 129 along the ridge forced to leave this part of the country Franklin 4 Gorge Lake 215 5 Cartoogechaye Bridal Toxaway lines of the Chunky for Oklahoma on the “,” is Veil Gal Mountains, located in town. 2 Falls 64 Rosman Murphy 64 Dry where there are a Continue for six miles. Turn left Hayesville 23 Falls Cashiers 1158 441 Toxaway number of scenic onto Settawig Road (S.R. 1135) 19 3 1135 281 129 64 Highlands Falls 178 overlooks before and follow it for 2.5 miles toward 1134 1 Brasstown Lake 107 1100 (see inset) Lake V Sequoyah the byway passes Brasstown. While in Brasstown, visit the Chatuge through Shooting John C. Folk School, where

21 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP visitors learn trades such as pottery, Mountain Railway. Don’t miss Murphy’s weaving and blacksmithing. From marble courthouse, one of the area’s best- Settawig Road briefly turn right onto known landmarks made entirely out of Old U.S. 64. marble from a local quarry. At this point, you have two Because the route follows winding options. You may continue on Old U.S. mountain roads, travel time may be slow 64 to the intersection of U.S. 64, then along the route and may also vary by turn left to continue four miles into season. the town of Murphy. Construction of this The Nantahala Byway (pg. 23) begins new section of U.S. 64 was completed in north of Murphy in the town of Marble. 2009, and offers motorists striking views The Forest Heritage Scenic Byway (pg. 32) of pristine mountain forest, agricultural ties in at the beginning of this route. bottoms and lofty mountain ranges, Length: 98 miles including the Valley River and Snowbird Drive Time: 3.5 hours Mountains. The route also crosses the Counties: Cherokee, Hiwasee River in two locations. As early Clay, Jackson, Macon and as 1540, the river was mined for gold as Transylvania evidenced by old tunnels, shafts, Spanish Note: Tractor-trailer trucks balls, pistols bearing the Spanish are prohibited on this road coat of arms and coin molds found along and it is not recommended the river banks. The bridge that spans the for recreational vehicles or buses. second river crossing east of Murphy is the largest single steel span bridge ever built in North Carolina, measuring 331 feet across. The second option is to turn left onto Brasstown Road (S.R. 1564) from Old. U.S. 64, and follow it briefly before turning right onto Harshaw Road. Follow Harshaw Road for 6.5 miles where the route ends in Murphy at the intersection with U.S. 19/64/74/129. Murphy, the Cherokee County seat, is the site of Fort Butler, a frontier fort in the early 1800s and a temporary stockade for Cherokee along the “Trail of Tears.” Located at the junction of the Hiawasee and Valley , the town was also an early trading post. Additionally, it serves as the southern terminus of the Great Smoky

22 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP nantahala By way

The Nantahala Byway’s southern the community of Nantahala, founded terminus is in the Cherokee County town in 1882. This is where the gorge’s true of Marble, founded in 1911 and so named nature begins. Notice that the U.S. Forest because it is near Service’s Mountain the state’s largest Waters Scenic Byway marble deposit. This merges with this marble, in addition byway just prior to to other mineral Nantahala. resources found in The Nantahala this area, is of such Gorge was called high quality that it the “Land of the was used extensively Midday Sun.” From at Arlington National this phrase, the NCDOT NCDOT Cemetery. From Whitewater Rafting on Nantahala River Cherokee Indians Marble, leave town and take U.S. derived the name Nantahala because of its 19/74/129 east through eight miles of depth and steep walls. It is a world-class farming valley to Andrews. The valley has whitewater rafting location. During the rich soil, which was deposited by the Valley warmer months, many rafting companies River that flows on the valley’s eastern side provide tours, while kayaking and canoeing toward the Hiawasee River in Murphy. enthusiasts enjoy the river well into the In Andrews, turn right onto U.S. 19 winter. Occasionally, slalom gates are visible Business and drive through this early 20th for races held on the river. For those who century mountain town that is named for prefer a less energetic ride, the main boat Alexander Boyd Andrews, who founded drop point near the southern end of the the Railroad. The gorge provides the calmest water. byway rejoins U.S. 19/74/129 north The byway occasionally provides of town where the road becomes glimpses of the Great Smoky Mountain two lanes. Railroad, which snakes through the gorge From Andrews, travel seven miles to paralleling U.S. 19/74. The railroad offers the community of Topton. The Indian visitors a different perspective of the gorge. Lakes Scenic Byway (pg. 28) intersects at The railroad operates daily from 9 a.m. this point and runs north on U.S. 129. For until 2 p.m., and reservations the next 20 miles, the byway passes are recommended. through the Nantahala Gorge by first Continue traveling seven miles crossing the Nantahala River. At the Clay/ through the gorge to the community Macon County line, look for the 360-foot of Wesser, named for a hunter who lived Camp Branch Falls just before entering here. At Wesser, the Nantahala River no

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longer parallels the road. The byway Mountain Range. crosses the Little two From the exit, turn left onto miles north of Wesser before entering Franklin Street (S.R. 1159), also known Lauada one mile later. as Spring Street and Bennet Road, From Lauada, the byway continues and follow for about one-half mile four miles on the four-lane divided to the stoplight at U.S. 19. Proceed highway portion of U.S. 19/74 to the onto U.S. 19 South (Main Street) and second Bryson City exit (Exit 67). Bryson travel a short distance to Slope Street City was founded in 1887 and is the Swain (S.R. 1323). Bear right onto Slope County seat. It sits in a bowl formed by Street, cross the Tuckasegee River the Tuckasegee River and the Cowee and turn right onto Gibson Avenue,

24 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP From Everett Street, turn left at the Cherokee Swain County Courthouse onto U.S. 19 1321 19 North (Main Street). Follow about two 1364 19 Tuckasegee River 1195 miles and turn right onto Hyatt Creek 19 1323 1168 1531 Road (S.R. 1168). For the next three S p Whittier miles, follow Hyatt Creek Road as it r in g Bryson City 74 parallels the Tuckasegee River just above

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Nantahala Bryson City 74 R Cherokee woman who lived on these Inset M 74 GS 23 lands. Established in 1838, it is the largest Nantahala River 441 reservation east of the Mississippi with 19 Topton 74 more than 63,000 acres. 129 19 74 Turn right onto U.S. 19 North Marble 129 19B 19 after crossing the Tuckasegee River. 74 4 129 Andrews Continue on U.S. 19 for about a mile, then turn right onto Old U.S. 19 (S.R. 64 Franklin 64 1195), and cross the 28 just above its junction with the Tuckasegee 2 23 Murphy 441 River. Follow Old U.S. 19 for nearly two miles into Jackson County where 3 64 V the state road number changes to 1531. The byway ends one mile later in the town of Whittier at the U.S. 74 intersection. The Waterfall Byway (pg. 19) also known as Bryson Walk (S.R. is located to the south. 1321). Turn right again onto Everett Length: 43 miles Street (S.R. 1364) at the Great Smoky Drive Time: 1.5 hours Mountain Railroad station. Counties: Cherokee, Graham, In Bryson City, notice the monuments Jackson and Swain for , a Cherokee warrior who was executed in 1838 for resisting the removal of his Cherokee people from the Southern Appalachian Region, as well as , chief of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee who lived here in 1839.

25 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Cherohala skyway

The Cherohala Skyway is a national forest, one of the finest stands of its type scenic byway often compared to the in America, includes poplar, hemlock and Blue Ridge Parkway because of its scenic . Some tulip-poplars have grown in attractions excess of 100 feet and natural high and 20 feet topography. The in circumference. skyway serves More than 100 as a connector species of trees between the can be seen here Cherokee while hiking on National Forest more than 60 in Tennessee and miles of trails. the Nantahala Contact the U.S. National Forest in Forest Service North Carolina, or the Cheoah thus the name Ranger Station NCDOT Cherohala. The Cherohala for further route is located in rural western Graham information on the forest, the adjoining County and is designated as N.C. 143. Slickrock Wilderness Area and nearby American Indians first occupied Graham Lake Santeetlah. County before the progression of settlers The byway begins at Santeetlah reached the territory in the early 1830s. Gap and ascends along Cedar Top Early homesteaders followed American Mountain. This peak joins with Little Indian paths and game trails into this land. Huckleberry Knob, Hooper’s Bald, Laurel The route is accessible by driving Top and John’s Knob to form the backbone on N.C. 143 West from Robbinsville of the byway. The route weaves for 12 miles. A scenic overlook and westward through these southern sign mark the beginning of the scenic . They are byway. An information kiosk at this scenic considered to be some of the oldest in the overlook offers motorists an opportunity world, formed more than 200 million years to enjoy the tranquil view while learning ago. Many overlooks, trail access points about the development of the skyway and and pull-offs are along the drive. Motorists its recreational opportunities. should be alert for both pedestrians and Also at this overlook, visitors can view bicyclists along the route. the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, which Hardwood and coniferous trees abound was dedicated on July 30, 1936, to the late throughout these mountains thanks to author of the poem “Trees.” This pristine the U.S. Forest Service. Following the Civil

26 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP War, large lumber companies moved in Motorists may turn around at this overlook and systematically cleared large swaths of or continue into Tennessee on S.R 165. forest. In 1911, the federal government The Indian Lakes Scenic Byway (pg. 28) is began to acquire and protect these lands. located nearby. The forests’ destruction is evidenced by the Length: 20 miles number of balds along the route. These Drive Time: 45 minutes bare, grassy, rocky and partially barren County: Graham knobs mark some of the highest points Note: Tractor-trailer along the route. Hooper’s Bald, at 5,429 trucks are prohibited on feet, is the highest spot along the skyway. this road and the route Hooper’s Bald was once the location is not recommended for of a private hunting preserve stocked with recreational vehicles or buses. buffalo, wild boar, elk, mule-deer, bear, wild turkeys and pheasants. The gameland preserve failed, but the wild boars still in the area attest to its presence. From Hooper’s Bald travel 5.5 miles to the Beech Gap Overlook at the Tennessee state line, where the skyway ends.

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ldlife Area Wi Joyce Kilmer Beech TN Memorial Gap NC Forest TN Santeetlah 165 Lake Santeetlah 1127 Santeetlah 129 teetlah Cre Gap San ek John’s Robbinsville 143 143 Knob Little 143 Huckleberry Cedar Top 1123 Laurel Sq Top ually C reek Hooper’s Bald k ree TN o C fal NC uf To learn more about the nation’s le B Litt other All American Roads and National Scenic Byways, visit the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Web site at www.byways.org/. 27 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP indian lakes scenic By way

The Indian Lakes Scenic Byway takes lakes, covering 10,530 acres. This remote its name from the many lakes along the body of water is a popular spot for fly route with Indian names. It follows N.C. fishing, swimming and boating. 28 from its Continue intersection two miles down with U.S. the road to 129 near the Fontana Village, Tennessee a present-day border for resort community 57 miles to originally built for the town of the 6,000 workers Franklin. The who constructed byway begins the Fontana near the end of Dam. There have

a famously curvy NCDOT been two other stretch of road Fontana villages known locally near the existing as “Tail of the site. The first Dragon,” which was built as a is a favorite logging camp in destination for the 1800s and motorcycles is now buried by because of its Fontana Lake. The serpentine shape. Cheoah Dam and Powerhouse second was built Use caution as for copper miners you navigate the sharp, hairpin turns found at the turn of the 20th century. along the first part of the byway. As you continue driving past the As the road straightens a bit you will Stecoah community, watch for large pipes pass by the byway’s first major landmark, shooting up the sides of mountains. These the Fontana Dam. Completed in 1945, it surge pipes take water overflow up the was the fourth highest hydroelectric dam mountain for storage when overflow gates in the world and the highest in the Eastern are closed at the hydroelectric dams seen . The dam was built by the along the route. When water levels are Tennessee Valley Authority in response to low, water in the surge pipes is released the federal government’s need “for aid and flows down the mountains to turn in the development of atomic power.” turbines in the dams’ generator houses. Fontana Lake is the largest of the TVA Past Stecoah, continue down

28 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP N.C. 28 into Graham County passing byway follows the river as it bisects the through the Stecoah Panther Divide ancient town of Cowee, the principal and Calf Pen Gap before crossing the commercial and diplomatic center of the Nantahala River into Almond. Along Middle Cherokee in the 18th century. Just the 23-mile stretch, take advantage of past Cowee one can see a portion of the the many overlooks with views of rural historic West’s Mill Village. The byway Western North Carolina and plenty of ends near historic downtown Franklin, parking for roadside picnics. Numerous which is billed the “Gem Capital of the creeks along the byway feed into the Little World” because of nearby ruby mines. Tennessee River. Used for centuries by the Length: 57 miles Cherokee and their predecessors, the river’s Drive Time: 1.5 hours first European exploration was in 1540 by Counties: Swain, Graham Spanish Explorer Hernando DeSoto as the and Cherokee first of the . The town of Almond, founded in 1905, Note: The route is not recommended for is located near the intersection of N.C. 28 recreational vehicles and U.S. 74 just north of the Nantahala or buses. Gorge. Continue past this intersection on N.C. 28, traveling south toward the city limits of Franklin. This stretch of the byway parallels the Little TN Tennessee River as NC it flows through 129 Fontana Dam the unique valley Fontana Lake Tapoco 28 between the Nantahala and Santeetlah Fontana Dam Village Cowee Mountain 23 19 & Lake 143 Stecoah 74 Ranges. Visitors Almond will pass by the Robbinsville 129 Nantahala Needmore tract, a Topton 4,500-acre state- 19 129 74 Nantahala owned property Dam & Lake that houses the southern Blue Ridge Mountains’ most intact eco-system and features a series of stunning vistas. After several miles, the side slopes of the rugged Cowee Mountains give way to scenery more pastoral in its feel with rolling hills and farmland. The

29 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP whitewater way

Whitewater Way provides motorists Shortia, which is only found in this area with access to some of the most beautiful and in Japan. It grows from a slender single waterfalls in the Eastern United States. stem and blooms white or pink in late The route gets its name March or early April. from Whitewater Falls, Continuing along which at 411 feet, is N.C. 281, the byway the highest waterfall passes through the east of the Rockies. Nantahala National The byway begins Forest. First established at the intersection by Congress in 1911, of U.S. 64 and N.C. this forest now contains 281 in the village nearly 1.4 million acres of Sapphire. This is of Western North also the intersection of Carolina. Large stands the Waterfall Byway of hemlock and (pg. 18). This quaint are found along this mountain town is portion of byway. In the named for the intense spring, native azaleas, blue sky and water rhododendrons and

observed here, as well N.C. & Travel Tourism mountain laurels light as for the gems found Whitewater Falls up the understories of in this area. Follow N.C. 281 South for these trees. Some privately owned land lies two miles before reaching the access area along the route where a mix of homes, for Horse Pasture River and Falls. farms and craft shops can be seen. At the access area, trails lead visitors About 8.5 miles from Sapphire, along the river to a series of falls including the byway passes the entrance to Horse Pasture, Drift, Rainbow, Stairway and Whitewater Falls Scenic Area. Follow Mist. Drift Falls is a popular place for sliding the signs to the trailhead parking lot and caution is recommended. Rainbow and take a five-minute stroll to the falls Falls is 150 feet high and has a back overlook. Additional trails lead farther spray of mist that shows a rainbow when along the falls or deeper into the gorge. illuminated by the sun. Stairway Falls has Once back on N.C. 281, it is less seven steps averaging 10 feet each, while than a mile through a brief portion of Windy Falls is known as an ominous place Jackson County to the of swirling spray. Footing can become line, where the byway ends. Motorists treacherous along the trail. Close observers may want to backtrack along the byway or may spot a rare and beautiful plant called continue into South Carolina along S.C. 130.

30 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Length: 9 miles Drive Time: 20 minutes Counties: Transylvania and Jackson

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31 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP forest heritage scenic By way

The Forest Heritage Scenic Byway seeping out of the mountain across the allows motorists to explore North Carolina’s stone. Travel 2.5 miles north and pass rich forestlands. Begin following the Sliding Rock Falls. In the summer, many byway from its visitors enjoy a cool northern end by slide down the rock traveling U.S. 276 into a pool under North from the the supervision of U.S. 64/N.C. 280 lifeguards. A bathhouse intersection near provides a place to Brevard. Established change clothes. in 1861, Brevard is the The Cradle of Transylvania County Forestry is on the right, seat and was named three miles from Sliding for Ephriam Brevard, Rock. It is the birthplace who drafted the of scientific forestry Mecklenburg Resolves and forestry education of 1775. A pair of stone through the work of pillars built to honor Dr. Carl A. Schenck in Transylvania County 1898. Dr. Schenck was residents who served the forest supervisor N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism in lies at Biltmore Forest School near Brevard for George Vanderbilt’s the beginning of the byway. They also 100,000-acre Biltmore Forest and founded mark the entrance to the Pisgah National the first forestry school in the United States Forest, which was established in 1916 and at Biltmore, near Asheville. encompasses more than one million acres. Near the Cradle of Forestry is the A U.S. Forest Service information center is entrance to the Pink Beds, an upland bog located about two miles from the pillars. with a dense growth of pink blooming West of the information center is the rhododendrons and laurels. About four Pisgah Forest National Fish Hatchery, which miles from the Pink Beds, is the first raises trout to be released in mountain of two Blue Ridge Parkway crossings. streams. Just past the hatchery on The first crossing is at Wagon Road Gap. U.S. 276 is the breathtaking 85-foot The gap was named for the vehicles that Looking Glass Falls. A pull-off is provided crossed the mountain on the trail from for visitors to safely enjoy the view. The Brevard towards the Pigeon River Gorge falls are named for the mountain above and Tennessee. To the left is the Shining . Its monolithic granite Rock Wilderness. Accessible only by foot face gleams like a mirror from the water trails, this primitive area is a unique natural

32 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP treasure. From here, continue along U.S. and follow the U.S. Forest Service byway 276 North for 14 miles following the north to Brevard. East Fork of the Pigeon River through Length: 65 miles rural mountain villages and farmlands Drive Time: Two hours to the community of Bethel. Counties: Haywood, The nearby community of Woodrow, Transylvania and Jackson just north of Bethel, was named for President Woodrow Wilson. Turn left Note: The route is not recommended for at the stoplight onto N.C. 215 and recreational vehicles follow the West Fork of the Pigeon or buses. River 18 miles until the byway reaches the second crossing of the Blue Ridge Parkway at Beech Gap. Along 40 40 To Asheville this portion of N.C. 215, pass by more mountain farms and numerous 215 streams and waterfalls. Six miles 110 from Woodrow, is a local Bethel reservoir, Lake Logan. The 276 Pisgah community of Sunburst, located National Forest along its shores, gets its name Asheville ay To from the swiftness of the sun as rkw Pa 276 e it rises over Cold Mountain to dg Ri e lu announce the morning. This is Sunburst B the fictional setting of the book and movie “Cold Mountain.” Cradle of 215 Forestry About 8.5 miles from the

Blue Ridge Parkway is the Sliding Looking Balsam Grove community near Rock Glass Falls 280 er Balsam Lake, which feeds into son Riv 6 215 id the . The river av 64 D Pisgah was named for the French who Fish Hatchery inhabited the territory during 5 F r e Brevard the 18th century. The last eight n c h miles of the byway parallel B r o the North Fork of the French a d 64

R 276 Broad River. The route ends i v e r at the intersection of N.C. 215 with U.S. 64 near Rosman. To follow the Waterfall Byway 64 Rosman (pg. 19) travel along U.S. 64 West from this point, or turn left 178

33 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Appalachian medley

The Appalachian Medley engages the The creek was named for a scout who was senses and recalls the past. It has been buried in its icy waters. The scout’s brother appropriately named for the rich history placed his body in the creek to preserve of local it until the music, which spring thaw. is illustrated However, by the rise when the and fall of brother came the beautiful to retrieve hills along the body, it the byway was nowhere — a melody to be found. of greatest The byway proportions. enters The Madison NCDOT byway French Broad River County at begins on N.C. 209 at Exit 24 on I-40 Betsey’s Gap four miles after crossing near Lake and Waynesville. Fines Creek. Hebo Mountain can be seen Begin following the route by traveling to the south and Pug Knob to the north. north along N.C. 209. After 1.3 miles, The byway, from this point north, is the byway crosses the Pigeon River, escorted by Spring Creek. The community which derives its name from the large of Luck is less than five miles up the flocks of pigeons that once lived along its road, and as the locals say, “with Luck banks. After crossing the river, continue comes Trust.” Trust, a small community two miles to Crabtree. Beginning a with a general store and cafe, is 1.5 miles half mile after Crabtree, the byway is past Luck. Guests are welcome to stop in closely bordered by the Pisgah National St. Jude’s Chapel of Hope. Forest. This forest covers 12 counties and Following N.C. 209, the surrounding more than one million acres in North landscape opens into a picturesque valley. Carolina. Also, it is the birthplace of the Mountain is on the left. scientific study of American forestry. The Appalachian Trail lies across the top For more information about the Pisgah of this mountain bald. Travel a little National Forest, contact the U.S. Forest more than four miles to the Rocky Service. (Contact information is provided Bluff Recreation Area, which has picnic on pg. 168.) facilities, restrooms, and Five miles from Crabtree, the hiking trails. byway veers right near Fines Creek. Hot Springs is about three miles

34 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP beyond the recreation area. Two scouts, markets in South Carolina and . Henry Reynolds and Thomas Morgan, first In those days, the area had a rough discovered the springs in 1778. Originally reputation and was known for lawlessness. known as Warm Springs (changed to Hot Toll roads with regular stagecoach traffic Springs in 1886), it was a main stop for and private carriages slowly changed the drovers that led cattle, hogs and horses to character of towns such as Hot Springs,

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35 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP and the drovers’ stands were converted to in 1905. The byway ends here, but accommodate a higher clientele seeking motorists may continue south to Marshall the healing waters of the springs. The and the intersection of the French Broad history of this area also includes the Overview (pg. 37). first golf course in the Southeast, the Length: 45 miles imprisonment of German merchant sailors Drive Time: 1.5 hours Counties: Haywood and Madison NCDOT Appalachian Trail Crosses U.S. 25/70 during World War I and the development of the Appalachian Trail. While in Hot Springs, take a side trip on Paint Rock Road (S.R. 1300). This leads to the area’s best known landmark, a sheer rock cliff on which early settlers found painted images of humans and wild animals. Turn onto U.S. 25/70 and travel three miles outside of Hot Springs where the Appalachian Trail crosses the road via an overhead bridge. Then, follow U.S. 25/70 to Walnut, once called Jewell Hill before it was incorporated

36 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP french broad overview

The French Broad Overview begins near the community of Alexander. just north of Asheville in Weaverville, first Established in 1828, Alexander was named settled in the 1700s. This small town was for the owner of a local stagecoach tavern. called Pine Cabin until This road, like many its incorporation in others in river valleys, 1850. It is also the site was built following old of the Vance Birthplace Indian trading paths State Historic Site. that led to trading Zebulon B. Vance was posts and villages in the North Carolina’s Civil Tennessee and Ohio War governor from River valleys. Note the 1862–1865. He also palisades, or sheer rock served in the U.S. walls, that line the right Senate and U.S. House side of the road. Over of Representatives. In time, the wide river cut addition to information away at the rock valley about Vance, the walls. Migrating animals historic site offers and American Indians presentations on early used this passage to

mountain settler life. NCDOT cross through the Begin following Downtown Marshall Eastern United States’ the byway by taking I-26 West from tallest mountains. When European settlers Asheville to Exit 19 in Weaverville. arrived, they also followed the river valleys From the interchange, take the and paths set by those before them and U.S. 25/70 Bypass toward Marshall. widened the paths into roads. With the Turn left at the first stoplight onto arrival of trains, river valleys again provided Monticello Road (S.R. 1727). the path of least resistance. Follow Monticello Road for three While following the French Broad River, miles through a rural residential area a railroad is visible on the other side of the until it ends at N.C. 251. Along this river. Near Marshall, the tracks cross the road, notice the French Broad River as it river and parallel the road. makes its way west. The river was named Continue following N.C. 251 after it for the French who inhabited this region joins U.S. 25/70 Business into Marshall. during the 18th century. During the Established in 1852 and named for former summer months, the French Broad River U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John is a popular site for white-water rafting Marshall, it is the Madison County seat. and canoeing. Turn right onto N.C. 251 For the best view of the courthouse, turn

37 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP left at the stoplight, cross the river, turn Length: 17 miles around in the school parking lot and Drive Time: 25 minutes re-cross the river to see this community Counties: Madison and Buncombe perched upon the banks of the river. Turn left at the stoplight in front of the courthouse to continue on the final portion of this byway. Follow U.S. 25/70 Business as it winds up the hill past a beautifully laid stone wall and meets with the U.S. 25/70 Bypass one mile later. The route ends here.

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38 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP historic flat rock scenic by way

The Historic Flat Rock Scenic Byway historic mountain neighborhood with consists of several roads in the Flat unique architecture. At Kanuga Road, Rock community. The main road, U.S. turn around and backtrack to U.S. 25 25, runs north and to continue following south through Flat the byway. Rock. The second After turning road, Little River right onto U.S. 25, Road (S.R. 1123), look immediately to proceeds west four the right to see the St. miles from U.S. 25. John in the Wilderness The third road is gothic revival church. Rutledge Drive (S.R. Built in 1836, it is 1164), which runs considered the oldest west from U.S. 25 Episcopal church in one mile to Kanuga Western North Carolina. Road (S.R. 1127). Numerous people have The community worshipped there, from of Flat Rock is named wealthy and politically

for a large expanse of NCDOT influential landowners granite once used as a St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal to slaves. One-half mile Church Cemetery meeting and ceremony further is “the great site by the Cherokee. The village was also a flat rock.” This local landmark was popular haven for affluent Charlestonians, frequently used as a meeting place for Europeans and plantation owners. These pioneers and merchants. It is now a visitors left evidence of their stays in the meeting place for the Flat Rock Playhouse. many beautiful historic homes in town. Called the “State Theater of North History enthusiasts may be intrigued with Carolina,” the playhouse is considered the lineage of Southern aristocracy found to have one of the best “summer series” among the tombstones in the St. John in productions in the country. the Wilderness Episcopal Church Cemetery. At this point, motorists may From Hendersonville, the Henderson follow Little River Road to the right or County seat, take U.S. 25 South to continue along U.S. 25. Following U.S. Highland Lake Road (S.R. 1783), where 25 just beyond the Playhouse entrance, the byway begins. One road further, the Old Flat Rock Post Office, established turn right onto Rutledge Drive and in 1839, is on the left. Next is Blue Ridge drive slowly through one of Flat Rock’s Road (S.R. 1812), which leads to the residential areas. This route highlights a community of East Flat Rock and the area’s

39 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP first railroad station. Further along U.S. 25 The byway continues along a winding is the Woodfield Inn (formerly known as pattern of woodlands and fields. Further the Farmer Hotel). Built in 1852, the hotel down the route, Sally Caps Rock, which has been a popular retreat for coastal scales three-quarters up the side of Glassy South Carolinians for more than 100 years. Mountain, is visible. Many historic homes A view of Glassy and McAlpin mountains and beautiful areas extend beyond the follows. Across from the Kenmure Golf reaches of this byway and are waiting to Course is “Argyle,” built in 1830 as the be explored. This section of byway ends summer home of Judge Mitchell . at Kanuga Road. King was one of the founding fathers of Length: 8.3 miles 26 the St. John in the Wilderness Church Drive Time: 20 minutesTo Asheville and Hendersonville. This portion of County: Henderson the byway ends at Pinnacle Mountain Road (S.R. 1114). 191 Turning on Little River Road, the byway passes another entrance to the 64 Flat Rock Playhouse. On Hendersonville the left is “Connemara,” the Carl Sandburg National . d Memorial Site, home to R 176 a the renowned author for g Kanu 22 years. It was built in 1127 25 1839 by Christopher . Rutled ke Rd G. Memminger, ge Dri land La ve High 1783 first secretary of 1164 the Confederate Highland Lake 104 Treasury. Just 176

Flat Rock beyond the Litt le River Rd. Playhouse memorial site is 1123 Saluda Cottage. Flat Rock 1812 17 d. Count Joseph Marie e R Blue Ridg Gabriel St. Zavier de Choiseul built the home Glassy in 1836. As the French Mountain consul to Charleston, S.C. King Mountain and Savannah, Ga., the count McAlpine 25 was drawn to the area’s natural Mountain beauty and social landscape. 1114 Glassy Mountain is also visible from innacle Mt P n. Rd. this road.

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The Drovers Road byway passes a National Register Historic Site, the inn through Hickory Nut Gap, one of two gaps is now maintained as a private residence in the Blue Ridge Mountains used by early and is visible from the wide curves eastern settlers to between Ferguson reach the beautiful Mountain and Asheville plateaus. Tater Knob. The Many farmers hillsides along the drove flocks of byway are covered market-bound in stands of mature livestock through trees. During the this gap, giving the spring and early byway its name. summer, motorists Though this are treated to a area has changed visual symphony considerably of flowering Mary Jane Hunter during the past Historic Sherrill's Inn along the byway. trillium and century, its beauty mountain laurel. still abounds and the paths blazed through Descending from the gap, the this region a century ago are the same byway passes into Hickory Nut avenues of choice today. Gorge. Bearwallow Mountain is on the The byway’s western end begins right. Hickory Nut Creek (also known along U.S. 74 Alternate at the Blue as the Rocky Broad) parallels the route. Ridge Parkway, just north of Fairview Five miles from the beginning of the as the highway works its way through the byway is the quaint village of Gerton, mountains from Asheville. Traveling south, previously known as Pump. As the story notice Little Pisgah Mountain (elevation goes, the town’s original name came from 4,412 feet) on the left. This peak was once the frequent practice of thirsty patrons to known to the Cherokee as Konnatoga. leave money by a local water pump. Upon Little Pisgah Mountain marks the their return, they would find a jar of clear beginning of the climb up and through potent liquid unique to these hills. The Hickory Nut Gap. This gap was once drive through this area offers several craft known as Sherrill’s Gap after a historic inn shops, stores, campgrounds and roadside and tavern located nearby and owned by stands. However, the infamous pump Bedford Sherrill. The inn, open between is gone. 1834 and 1909, was a well-known The high, steep sides of the gorge are comfort stop for weary travelers, settlers, covered in a cascade of rocks, trees and drovers and Civil War soldiers. Listed as rhododendron. In the spring, travelers

41 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP may see trees with deep lavender blooms Length: 16.5 miles scattered along this drive. George Drive Time: 25 minutes Vanderbilt originally brought the Paulownia Counties: Buncombe and Henderson tree, also known as the Empress tree, here. Since first introduced, the seeds of this tree Note: The route is have been spread throughout this area not recommended for by . The byway ends in Bat Cave, recreational vehicles or buses. where U.S. 74A intersects with N.C. 9 and the Black Mountain Rag (pg. 43).

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Earning its name from an old fiddle Flowing to the right of N.C. 9 the tune, the Black Mountain Rag, much Broad River, which ends at the community like the traditional rag song style, is full of Lake Lure, is joined by Hickory Nut of twists, turns, ups Creek near the and downs. intersection of U.S. The Black 64, U.S. 74 and N.C. Mountains were 9. To visit Lake Lure, deemed “black” turn left and follow because of the dark U.S. 64/74A/N.C. green foliage of the 9 East. Departing Lauda that cover Bat Cave, take the mountainsides U.S. 64 East to in this part of the Chimney Rock. Be state. To visit the sure to keep an eye Black Mountain resort out for the historic community, take Exit Chimney Rock, 64 on I-40 at Black which is on the right Mountain. Another along the three-mile interesting site near span between the the byway is Mount communities of Bat

Mitchell, which is the N.C. & Travel Tourism Cave and Chimney Chimney Rock highest mountain east Rock. Chimney Rock of the Mississippi River and may be reached is a weathered granite monolith that rises from the nearby Blue Ridge Parkway. from Chimney Rock Mountain. Motorists Begin traveling the byway south may want to take a side trip to Chimney along N.C. 9 from the town of Black Rock State Park to visit this unique rock Mountain. Along the sharp curves and formation, which overlooks Hickory Nut hairpin turns of N.C. 9 lies the town of Gorge and Lake Lure. Bat Cave, which was aptly named for a Hickory Nut Falls, cascading more than nearby cave inhabited by these winged 400 feet into the Broad River, add to the mammals. This portion of the byway is beautiful mountain scenery and have been not recommended for recreational vehicles featured in a number of movies including due to sharp curves. Motorists driving “Fire Starter,” “Last of the Mohicans” recreational vehicles or buses should and “A Breed Apart.” Just past the falls, take an alternate route following I-26 settlers once crossed the high mountains East from Asheville to U.S. 74 East to of Hickory Nut Gap to reach the Asheville access the Lake Lure and Bat Cave area. plateau. In fact, historians believe that

43 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Spanish explorer Hernando De Soto passed U.S. 64 toward Hendersonville. Along through here around 1540. Continuing this six-mile route, enjoy the beautiful on N.C. 9, pass through Hickory Nut masses of mountain laurel and some Gorge. The gorge runs southeast from of North Carolina’s finest apple orchards. Hickory Nut Gap and drops 1,800 feet This area was settled in 1830. The Black before ending at Lake Lure. Mountain Rag byway ends at Mills The resort community of Lake Lure Gap Road (S.R. 1586). Nearby is the was established in 1927 and provided the resort community and Henderson County scenery for the movie “Dirty Dancing.” seat, Hendersonville. To visit poet and Before crossing Pool Creek, where author Carl Sandburg’s home, drive N.C. 9 and U.S. 64/74A split, notice along the Historic Flat Rock Scenic the historic resort hotel on the right. Pool Byway (pg. 39). Creek is home to North Carolina’s famous Length: 31 miles bottomless pools. The erosion of ancient Drive Time: 45 minutes rock formed these unique water features. Counties: Buncombe, This is a privately operated site that charges Rutherford and Henderson an admission fee. To continue following the byway, Note: The route is backtrack along U.S. 64 West eight not recommended for miles to Bat Cave along the winding recreational vehicles edge of Lake Lure. In Bat Cave, follow or buses.

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17 44 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP pacolet river by way

The Pacolet River Byway begins Natural Heritage Site, near Saluda, is a at the South Carolina state line and 259-acre botanical wonderland where traces U.S. 176 through the Tryon visitors may hike, watch or picnic. Thermal Belt, The byway an unusual ends where microclimate U.S. 176 area ordinarily crosses High free of dew and Bridge at the , to the Henderson town of Saluda. County line. This valley road The Historic crosses the Flat Rock Pacolet River Scenic Byway several times (pg. 39), which

and parallels N.C. & Travel Tourism passes the the Saluda Downtown Saluda Carl Sandburg Grade, the steepest mainline railroad National Historic Site and Flat Rock grade in the United States. Playhouse, is located nearby. Old railroad depots, log cabins, a Length: 10 miles vaudeville/movie theater and several Drive Time: 20 minutes other historic buildings are in the towns County: Polk of Saluda and Tryon. Pearson’s Falls

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The South Mountain Scenery byway from local cherry trees — brewed here offers motorists a transitional drive after the Civil War. between the piedmont and mountains. The South Mountains are an isolated To access the range located in byway’s southern Burke, Rutherford terminus, travel and Cleveland along U.S. 74 counties. The West from Cherokee Indians Shelby and take called them the N.C. 226 to the Oakanoahs. South community of Mountains State Metcalf, where Park and the the byway South Mountains begins. Shelby, Wildlife the Cleveland Management

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was named for NCDOT interesting side South Mountains State Park , a trips. The state Revolutionary War commander. Cleveland park is 16 miles south of Morganton off County was formed in 1841 and named Old N.C. 18 (S.R. 1924). Both the state for Col. Benjamin Cleveland, a of the park and wildlife management area are Battle at Mountain. located in Burke County. To get to the From Metcalf, follow N.C. 226 to park, take I-40 to Exit 104. Travel north on Polkville, located in the First Broad River Enola Road (S.R. 1922) for one-half mile. Valley. Here, look for glimpses of the South Turn right onto Old N.C. 18, follow this Mountains ahead to the right. Along the road south back over I-40, and follow signs way, enjoy the upper Piedmont farmlands from there. and spectacular mountain views. Corn and Continuing on the byway, pass apples are some of the crops that may through the Dysartville community, be seen from the road. This part of the named for the family who settled this area. route is in Rutherford County. Formed in While driving the last 10 miles toward 1779, the county was named for Griffith Marion, glimpses of North Carolina’s Rutherford, a member of the Provincial Appalachian Mountains are visible from Congress and a Revolutionary War general. the route. The byway ends at the Cherry Mountain lies to the southwest and intersection with Henredon Road earned its name from the production of (S.R. 1819), just before I-40 and south liquor and “cherry bounce” — produced of Marion.

46 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Marion, the McDowell County seat, Length: 33 miles was named for South Carolina’s Francis Drive Time: 45 minutes Marion, a farmer and Revolutionary War Counties: Cleveland, general. McDowell County, formed in Rutherford and McDowell 1842, was named for Joseph McDowell who fought at Kings Mountain and was a member of Congress. Another beautiful (and close) scenic byway is Black Mountain Rag (pg. 43), which begins on N.C. 9 just south of Exit 64 on I-40.

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47 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP mission crossing

The Mission Crossing byway, which better-known resorts. begins near the Avery County community Just past Banner Elk, continue of Cranberry, guides motorists along N.C. along the byway by turning left from 194 through N.C. 194 onto North Carolina’s Old Turnpike ski country and Road. This the northern stretch of the range of the byway follows Roan Mountains one of the in Pisgah last remaining National Forest original highways before ending at of the 19th Vilas in Watauga century. The County. route, originally First called a game trail

Cranberry Forge Shannon Hendrickson and foot path, Mast General Store in Valle Crucis for the iron connected the mines believed to have been worked by settlers of Valle Crucis and Banner Elk with American Indians, Cranberry was founded Tennessee. The turnpike was a toll road, in 1850 and named for the abundant local and able-bodied men who lived on or cranberries. The mines once supplied iron near the road volunteered their labor for to the Confederacy and are still in use six days out of the year in return for free today. access. Today, seven-tenths of a mile of the Just down the road at the byway’s original unpaved road still exists. southern end is Elk Park, founded in Old Turnpike Road also played an 1885 and named for the elk that formerly important part in history. During the roamed the region. It is located on the Civil War, the road was a link in the Elk River, which begins in Banner Elk. The and served as byway follows N.C. 194 through the Elk a route for smuggling escaped Union River Valley from Elk Park through the prisoners and Confederate draft dodgers to community of Heaton to Banner Elk. Tennessee. The road now serves as a place Banner Elk, also known as for motorists to reflect on our nation’s Shawneehaw, is the home of Lees-McRae history and stop to admire the scenic Big College. The town was named for the Bottom of the Elk Valley. Banner family, early settlers on the Elk After just over a mile, Old Turnpike River. Above Banner Elk is Beech Mountain, Road connects back to N.C. 194. Turn which at 5,506 feet, is one of the region’s left to continue following N.C. 194

48 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP north through the communities of Hix, means “Valley of the Cross” and is Balm and Bowers Gap before crossing named for the creeks that converge with into Watauga County. The creek the in the form of a cross. paralleling the road is called Craborchard Before leaving the valley, be sure to visit Creek, which joins the Watauga River near the Mast Farm Inn. The farm, established Valle Crucis. in 1812, is one Shortly 421 of the best after passing 321 preserved 19th TN Vilas NC through the Valle Crucis 26 century farms community of Beech 27 24 421 in Western 19E Mountain Matney, the 194 Boone North Carolina route begins Elk 105 and is listed in 25 Park Banner Elk kway descending Par the National (see inset) ge Cranberry id into the R Register Grandfather e Mountain u Watauga 19E l Blowing of Historic 194 B 321 River Valley. 221 Rock Places. Stop The name at the Mast Watauga is General Store derived from the Banner Elk Inset in Valle Crucis to see American Indian Old d 19an4 authentic general 194 T oa u R 184 word for “beautiful r n pike 194 store that opened in water.” On the left Banner Elk 184 1882. Take a right on is the mission from Broadside Road to which this route got its name. To the see the Mast Farm Inn and General Store right is Dutch Creek, which meets with Annex. Craborchard Creek below. Continuing on N.C. 194 after The mission played an important part in leaving Valle Crucis, notice the unusual the history of Valle Crucis. In 1842, Bishop barn on the right while climbing out of Stillman Ives purchased 3,000 acres of land the valley. The Baird Barn, built in the late and founded a divinity school that became 19th or early 20th century, is an excellent the first Anglican monastic order since the example of a transverse crib barn. Reformation. In 1852, the divinity school The byway ends in the community and monastery were forced to disband. of Vilas at the intersection of N.C. 194 By 1895, Bishop Joseph Blount Cheshire and U.S. 321/421 north of Boone. revived the Episcopal church’s work by Length: 17 miles opening a mission school that remained in Drive Time: 45 minutes operation until World War II. The mission Counties: Avery and is now operated by the Episcopal Diocese Watauga of Western North Carolina as a camp and Note: The route is conference center. not recommended for Valle Crucis, settled in 1780 by Samuel recreational vehicles or buses. 49 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP little parkway

Known as the Little Parkway or the The upper and lower falls, accessed from Yonahlossee Trail, U.S. 221 connects the the Blue Ridge Parkway, are 12 feet and resort towns of Blowing Rock and Linville 90 feet high respectively. Linville Gorge and forms is among the Little the nation’s Parkway largest byway. Built gorges and in 1889 by is located man and in one of mule as a the wildest toll road, uninhabited the Little areas in Parkway the Eastern winds along United the side of States. N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism Grandfather Moses Cone’s Majestic Mountain. Grandfather Mountain is located along This road was one of many privately the byway between the two towns. It owned roads in the state and served as was named because the mountain, when the link between Blowing Rock and Linville viewed at a distance, resembles an old before the completion of the Blue Ridge man’s profile against the sky. Grandfather Parkway in 1987. Work began in 1935 Mountain, or Tanawha, as American on the 470-mile Blue Ridge Parkway in Indians called it, is the highest point in North Carolina. The route follows the crest the Blue Ridge Mountains. Because of its of the Blue Ridge Mountains from the height, Grandfather Mountain provides a Shenandoah Mountains in Virginia to the for special mountain plant species. Great Smoky Mountains in North Carolina. The , the final link The byway begins at the in the Blue Ridge Parkway, is visible from intersection of U.S. 221 and N.C. 105 the face of Grandfather Mountain. The in Linville. Follow U.S. 221 North viaduct is five miles north of Linville and at towards Blowing Rock. Established in the time of its construction was the world’s 1883 and designed by Samuel T. Kelsey only bridge built from the top down. This of Kansas, Linville is located on the Linville innovative construction method assured River. South of Linville are and that no heavy equipment was placed Linville Gorge. All were named for William on the face of the mountain to protect and John Linville who were killed below the mountain ecology. For more detailed the falls by American Indians in 1766. information about the construction

50 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP process, visit the ’s park through the main gate on the Blue information center just off the viaduct on Ridge Parkway). The 3,516-acre park is the Blue Ridge Parkway. named for the textile manufacturer whose While traveling to Blowing Rock along estate comprises the park. Flat Top Manor, the byway, watch for signs marking the named for the mountain rising above Eastern Continental Divide. Also, notice the home, is now a museum and craft the residential areas along the edges of center. Tiffany windows are among the the through which many unusual aspects of this house. Take this road passes. On the left, near Blowing advantage of the great picnic and hiking Rock, look for a large colonial revival house areas, as well as breathtaking views of the with huge columns on the front. Called Blue Ridge Mountains. Westglow, the house was built by Elliott Continue past the park one-half Daingerfield and used as his summer mile to Blowing Rock, settled in 1870. residence. One of North Carolina’s most Blowing Rock was named for the nearby renowned artists, Daingerfield has work cliff rising above the Johns River Valley from displayed at the Metropolitan Museum which air currents rise to allow light objects of Art in City and the National to be blown back to the sender. This resort Gallery in Washington, D.C. To see one community, the only incorporated town of his best pieces, however, continue into on the Blue Ridge Parkway, has seasonal Blowing Rock to view the “Madonna of festivals in the park. The byway ends at the Hills” hanging in St. Mary’s-of-the-Hills the U.S. 321 Business stoplight. Episcopal Church. Length: 18 miles After passing Westglow, continue Drive Time: 45 minutes 1.5 miles and pass the Moses H. Cone Counties: Avery, Caldwell and Watauga Memorial Park, (visitors must enter the Note: The route is not recommended for recreational vehicles 421 194 321 or buses. 24 421 Vilas 26 221 194 Valle Crucis 27 105 Boone 221 Grandfather 321 arkway 25 Mountain ge P id R e lu Blowing 194 B 221 Rock 181 Linville 321

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The New River Valley Byway gives which rises near Boone, flow to Ashe motorists the opportunity to see some County where they join to form the of the most beautiful mountain scenery New River. and the largest Continue on concentration of N.C. 194 along Christmas tree what had been farms in the state. called the “Old The route travels Buffalo Trail,” north from Boone named after the to Laurel Springs migration path through the Stone of buffalo herds. Mountains in the The area between New River Valley, Boone and Todd which forms a is the site of a common boundary Revolutionary War between North engagement. Todd

Carolina and N.C. & Travel Tourism lies at the junction North Carolina Christmas Tree Farm Tennessee. of Big Elk Creek The byway begins at the and the South Fork of the New River. intersection of N.C. 194 and U.S. Settled in the mid-1800s, it was a bustling 221/421 in Boone, the Watauga County logging community until the mid-1930s. seat. The town is named for , Be sure to look for the Todd General Store who was known to have camped in this on the right while passing through town. area, and is also home to Appalachian From Todd, continue along the State University. byway into Ashe County and Baldwin Leave Boone on N.C. 194 North to where the route temporarily ends at begin following the byway from its the intersection of U.S. 221 and N.C. southern terminus. This road winds as 194. To resume following the byway, it crosses mountains and passes over rivers continue toward West Jefferson and and streams through the New River Valley. Jefferson, the Ashe County seat, on U.S. The New River is ’s oldest 221 North. Cheese lovers will want to river and the only large north-flowing river visit the cheese factory in downtown West in the country. It is one of the first rivers Jefferson. It is the only cheese factory in in the world; in fact, scientists estimate the state and is located one-half block that only the Nile River in Africa is older. southeast of Main Street on Fourth Street. The North Fork, which rises in northern Settled in 1803, Jefferson was named for Watauga County, and the South Fork, then president .

52 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP The byway resumes at the N.C. Parkway. Brinegar Cabin, built in 1880, is 16/88 intersection just east of the located within the park and is accessible Jefferson town limits. Follow N.C. 88 from the Blue Ridge Parkway. to Laurel Springs while passing through Length: 35 miles a popular canoeing and whitewater rafting Drive Time: 45 minutes area. Travel through the community of Counties: Watauga and Ore Knob, chartered in 1875 and named Ashe for the booming copper ore mine. The Note: The route is scenic byway ends at the intersection not recommended for recreational vehicles of N.C. 18 and 88 in Laurel Springs or buses. about 2.5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Laurel Springs was settled in 1859 and named for the nearby spring flowing from laurel-covered rocks. Nearby attractions include the Blue Ridge Parkway, Mount Jefferson State Park, and Doughton Park. Doughton Park, the largest recreational area along the Blue Ridge Parkway, was named in honor of North Carolina Congressman Robert L. Doughton who worked to establish the Blue Ridge

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Located in some of North Carolina’s Located two miles farther to the right, highest terrain, the Interstate 26 Scenic is the first of two scenic overlooks along Highway in Madison County takes the highway. In addition to sweeping motorists views of the straight through Madison County the heart of the landscape, Appalachian careful observers Mountains and will spot the Blue offers stunning Ridge Parkway views, as well as across the valley engineering and and the tiny environmental California Creek wonders. Church below Traveling the highway. north from Near the NCDOT Asheville, take Scenic view along I-26 overlook, but not U.S. 19/23 visible from the North to Mars Hill. This highway is also interstate, is one of two wildlife passages designated as Future I-26. The byway constructed underneath the highway. begins at Exit 9 (U.S. 19/23A North). These eight-foot by eight-foot concrete Originally called Pleasant Hill, this culverts allow bears, deer and other area was first settled around 1790. wildlife to safely cross the highway corridor The community grew up around the without entering the roadway. establishment of the French Broad Baptist Continuing westward, the highway Academy in 1856. In 1859, the school passes a N.C. Welcome Center, located was chartered as Mars Hill College after a alongside the eastbound lanes. The Biblical reference in Acts to a location the center was constructed to resemble a apostle Paul visited. The town itself did typical mountain farmstead. In addition not receive a charter until 1893, to restroom facilities, travel information changing its name to Mars Hill to reflect and vending machines, the center the influence of the college. Further offers exhibits related to mountain life information on the history of Mars Hill and and culture. Inside the welcome center, Madison County is available at the Mars travelers will find displays of local arts and Hill College Rural Life Center, about one- crafts as well as an exhibit outlining the half mile from the highway. construction of this segment of I-26. Continue on I-26 West and pass Exit The second scenic overlook is also 9, where U.S. 19 departs the interstate. located at the welcome center. From the

54 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP observation point, visitors can view Mount point, Buckner Gap. At nearly 5,000 feet Mitchell, the highest peak east of the above sea level, this is the highest elevation Mississippi River, as well as Black Mountain, on any interstate in North Carolina. Near Grandfather Mountain and the Blue Ridge the top of Buckner Gap is one of NCDOT’s Mount Parkway. Below the observation area, first butterfly sanctuaries, which Mitchell visitors will find an educational display on is not easily visible from the highway. the chestnut tree, which is indigenous to The unique wildlife habitat was created this area. to enhance the environment along the Passing the welcome center, the highway’s roadsides. highway climbs until it reaches its highest At mile marker three, the highway

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55 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP crosses the Laurel River near the Wolf Laurel community. This part of the state is known for winter ski resorts. At 235 feet, the Laurel River bridge is the tallest in North Carolina. Because of its height and the severity of winter weather in North Carolina’s higher elevations, the bridge NCDOT was designed with N.C. Welcome Center on I-26 an automatic de-icing system. Careful observers will notice several nozzles on the bridge’s sides that are part of this system. The highway’s second animal crossing is also located 1.5 miles past the bridge. At this point, I-26 approaches Sams Gap and the Tennessee state line. At the state line, there is a pull-off for truckers that provide information about highway safety and the runaway truck ramps located along the highway’s eastbound lanes. The Appalachian Trail runs under the highway through an underpass at the state line. A small parking lot was constructed here for trail hikers. Though the scenic highway ends at the Tennessee state line, travel five miles to the first Tennessee exit at Flag Pond to return to North Carolina. Length: 9 miles Drive Time: 15 minutes County: Madison

56 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP U.S. 421 Scenic By way

The U.S. 421 Scenic Byway travels the Appalachian sound throughout the through Watauga County’s portion of the world until Merle’s untimely death in 1985. Blue Ridge Mountains. The byway offers Continuing north along U.S. 421, sweeping views of the valleys, woodlands the byway passes the intersection and mountains with U.S. 221 between and enters Deep Gap the New River and Boone. Watershed. In It also runs 1999, President near the home Bill Clinton of multiple named the Grammy Award watershed as winner and one of the cultural icon first American Doc Watson. Heritage rivers. Begin American

following the NCDOT Heritage rivers byway along Farmland along U.S. 421 between Deep Gap and Boone are designated U.S. 421 North at the intersection with by the U.S. Environmental Protection the Blue Ridge Parkway. The parkway Agency to receive special attention for crosses U.S. 421 on a bridge covered with natural resource and environmental native stones to reflect the beauty of the protection, economic revitalization, and area. Often called “America’s Original historic and cultural preservation. The Scenic Byway,” the National Park Service’s northward-flowing New River is believed Blue Ridge Parkway travels 252 miles to be one of the world’s first rivers. In fact, through North Carolina and provides scientists believe that only the Nile River exceptional views of the Appalachians. is older. Just after passing the Blue Ridge The byway then ascends a ridge, Parkway, the byway enters Watauga providing motorists with panoramic views County near the town of Deep Gap, of Snake Mountain and Elk Knob, which home of Doc and Merle Watson. Arthel L. are a part of the Amphibolite Range. Along “Doc” Watson, who was blind, is a the way, motorists can take in views of the recording artist known for his unique music area’s hardwood and mixed forests, as well that blends traditional Appalachian styles as horse and cattle farms. Also visible are a with gospel, bluegrass and country. His son number of Fraser Christmas Tree farms. Merle joined him in his music career during Watauga County is a leading national the late 1960s and together they spread producer of these firs.

57 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP After continuing through the State University. The Little Parkway (pg. communities of Brownwood and 450), Mission Crossing (pg. 48) and New Laurel Springs, the byway ends at River Valley (pg. 52) scenic byways are the South Fork of the New River and located nearby. the Boone town limits. The New River Length: 8 miles provides recreational opportunities such as Drive Time: 15 minutes canoeing and fishing. Boone, the Watauga County: Watauga County seat, is the home of Appalachian

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The Pisgah Loop Scenic Byway gives point to the Upper Creek Falls. motorists an opportunity to view some Turn left at N.C. 183 in the Jonas of North Ridge Carolina’s community most beautiful just prior to and remote the Blue Ridge landscapes. Parkway. The This 47-mile Linville Falls loop route National Park around Burke Service Visitor County offers Center and motorists Campground unparalleled can be N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism views of Stream in Pisgah National Forest accessed Western North Carolina and a section of by traveling south on the parkway at byway recommended only for four-wheel- this point. Continuing on the byway, drive vehicles. travel four miles on N.C. 183, which To access the byway, travel north runs parallel to the parkway, past a along N.C. 181 from Morganton, the rare montane, or mountain, wetland. Burke County seat. Motorists will notice At this point, the byway crosses the stone-topped mountains that form a above its raging descent into natural barrier to the west. These routes the Linville Gorge. have changed little since early settlers and Turn left onto Old N.C. 105 (S.R. Revolutionary and Civil War units were 1238), also called the Kistler Memorial challenged with the prospect of crossing Highway, at the Avery County line. This into the lands beyond. The byway begins 15-mile stretch of road is mostly unpaved at the intersection of N.C. 181 and Fish and left natural to protect the Linville Hatchery Road (S.R. 1240). Gorge National Wilderness Area that Travel north on N.C. 181 for 17 follows the east side of the road. Four- miles along Steele Creek, which follows wheel-drive vehicles are required past the route of Kirk’s Raiders in the Civil this point. Travelers are encouraged to War. The raiders used this route after a tread lightly along this part of the byway successful attack on the Confederate Army for safety and to protect the pristine Camp Vance outside Morganton. The conditions of the wilderness. byway rises and winds up into the Pisgah Old N.C. 105 winds along the crest National Forest with views of Table Rock of a line of mountains, providing and Hawksbill Mountain, and a trail access unmatched views from both sides of the

59 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP vehicle. Motorists may enjoy the scenery Likewise, motorists view the clear at the parking area and trail access for blue water of upon reaching Linville Falls and Wiseman’s View. This area the Linville Public Access Area. The access provides a short, handicapped-accessible area is the site of the fort battle and trail, which reveals the true natural scenes from the movie, “Last of splendor and beauty of this area. From the the Mohicans.” overlook, visitors have an eagle-eye view The byway continues a short distance of the rock faces of Table Rock Mountain, and turns left onto Fish Hatchery Road Hawksbill Mountain, the Chimneys and (S.R. 1254 and S.R. 1240). The road is other rock faces as the Linville River roars named for the Table Rock Fish Hatchery through the gorge hundreds of feet below. operated by the N.C. Wildlife Resources Continuing past Wiseman’s View, Commission halfway down this six-mile the byway crosses Dog Back Mountain, segment of the byway. Fish Hatchery which gives motorists sweeping views of Road gives travelers a glimpse of Western Lake James as the route begins its descent North Carolina’s past by providing views into the Valley below. This of historic foothill farms tucked in among section of byway intersects and parallels blooming mountain laurel, mountain the Overmountain Victory Trail, used by streams and views of Table Rock Mountain. patriots in the en Upon returning to N.C. 181, route to a crucial victory over forces loyal to motorists may turn left and travel the English at Kings Mountain. to Brown Mountain Road to visit the Turn left on N.C. 126 and travel Wilson Creek Wild and Scenic River in five miles. This portion of the byway is neighboring Caldwell County, or turn part of the Overmountain Victory Trail right and return to Morganton to visit Commemorative Motor Route and is used the historical site or by reenactors wearing period costumes take a stroll down the miles of riverfront each year to commemorate the crossing greenways along the Catawba River. of the mountains to reach the Battle of Length: 47 miles Kings Mountain. Drive Time: 2.5 hours encompasses County: Burke most of the property on the right side of the highway from this point to the Note: The route is not recommended for Linville River. The park includes the largest recreational vehicles waterfront acreage in a state park in or buses. Western North Carolina. The byway crosses Four-wheel-drive the Linville River as it exits Linville Gorge vehicles required for and enters Lake James, the uppermost lake unpaved portions. in the Catawba River system. After the wild and scenic journey through the Linville Gorge, the river calms itself in the vast, pristine waters of Lake James.

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61 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Upper Yadkin Way

The Upper Yadkin Way byway takes Not far from N.C. 268, in southwest motorists on a scenic adventure through Wilkes County near the town of Ferguson, the state’s northern foothills. The route’s is the grave of Thomas C. Dula. He is eastern perhaps best terminus is near remembered in the W. Kerr the folk song Scott Reservoir “Tom Dooley,” in Goshen at and was hung in the intersection Statesville for the of N.C. 268 and murder of Laura Resevoir Road in 1868. (S.R. 1178). Patterson, founded Follow N.C. 268 in 1851 with west toward a textile-based Goshen. The economy, was reservoir was named for Samuel formed in 1962 F. Patterson, a for control prominent state NCDOT and recreation Headstone at grave of Thomas C. Dula official. The and named for Morgan School North Carolina Gov. W. Kerr Scott, who at Patterson Reserve is named in honor served from 1949 to 1952. of Samuel Legerwood Patterson and Pastures and farmland can be seen located on the plantation lands he gave along this segment of N.C. 268 between to the school. Goshen and Ferguson, which follows the The upper in Caldwell Yadkin River from the mountains through County is known as “Happy Valley,” and the foothills. The Yadkin River rises in was the site of prominent early settlers’ Watauga County, near Blowing Rock, to residences. South of Patterson is Fort the west. It eventually becomes a part of Defiance, the restored 1790 house of Gen. the bordering Montgomery , a Revolutionary leader and and Stanly counties. hero at the . The Wilkesboro and Wilkes County were house stands on the site of a frontier fort named for John Wilkes, an English political of the same name. It is open for tours the leader who supported American rights in first and third Sundays of the month from the Revolutionary War era. The county was April through November. formed in 1778 and nearby Wilkesboro, The byway’s eastern end is located the county seat, was laid out in 1801. at the intersection of N.C. 268 and

62 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP U.S. 321 north of Lenoir, at the edge of the Pisgah National Forest. Now the Caldwell County seat, Lenoir was named for Gen. Lenoir. A few miles to the north is the resort community of Blowing Rock. (See the Little Parkway on pg. 50 for more information on Blowing Rock.) Length: 25 miles Drive Time: 40 minutes Counties: Wilkes and Caldwell

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63 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Yadkin Valley Scenic by way

Located in the until it ends at Old western part of North U.S. 421, reaching Carolina, the Yadkin the southern end Valley Scenic Byway of the Western gives motorists the Appalachian Vine. opportunity to see Take a left onto Old everything from gently U.S. 421, which is rolling farmland to the beginning of the foothills and mountain Central Appalachian terrain. The byway Vine. Go one and a begins in downtown half miles and Laurel Elkin at the U.S. 21/Main Street/North Gray Vineyards is on the left. Bridge Street intersection. Within Continue for another nine miles walking distance of this point are the and the route will pass through Foothills Art Council, Brushy Mountain Doweltown, just outside the Town of Winery, Elkin Public Library and Crater Yadkinville. Continue for half a mile Park. and turn left onto North Lee Avenue. Travel south on U.S. 21 to the Cross over U.S. 601 onto Country Club Gwyn McNeil Bridge, which crosses Road and go for three miles until it over the Yadkin River. Follow this road intersects with Rockford Road and for one mile until the Swan Creek turn right. After a little less than three bypass and take a right. Follow the miles, RagApple Lassie Vineyard and bypass and turn left on Swan Creek Winery will be on the right. Road. For a large portion of the route, Until recently this area was known for motorists can see the unique knob of its tobacco. Now the area is transitioning Pilot Mountain. The mountain, which rises into the wine industry. Vineyards and 1,400 feet, was dedicated as a Natural wineries present along this route add a National Landmark in 1976. The knob tremendous cultural asset to the driving marks the center of the Pilot Mountain experience. For those interested in State Park. sampling locally made wine, the Swan Continue on Rockford Road for Creek Wine Trail gives motorists a great about one mile, passing through the opportunity to tour several vineyards. Just Barney Hill Community. Richmond make sure to have a designated driver. Hill Law School is located two and a Continue on Swan Creek Road half miles from Richmond Hill Church

64 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Road after the Rockford/Richmond Hill Road. Church Road intersection. This point marks the end of the Central Continue on Rockford Road for one Appalachian Vine. From here, motorists mile, passing into Surry County over can choose from two different routes. the Yadkin River. In southwestern Yadkin Follow the Western Appalachian Vine County, travelers can stop at one of two back to downtown Elkin or go on to the local general stores operated by the local Northern Tendril, the mountainous route of Amish population. The stores are known the Yadkin Valley Scenic Byway. for selling fresh produce and other various To get back to downtown Elkin, goods from the Amish. This region has a turn left on Zephyr Road and go number of old-fashioned country stores one and a half miles until Zephyr which give motorists a taste of the local Road becomes Poplar Springs Road. Yadkin Valley culture. Continue approximately eight miles Continue on Rockford Road for until the intersection with U.S. 21. another mile and pass through the Grassy Creek Vineyard and Winery is Historic Village of Rockford. After four located approximately one mile north miles, the road intersects with Stony of the U.S. 21 Bypass/Poplar Springs Knoll Road. Stony Knoll Vineyards is Road intersection. less than half a mile down the road on To get to Klondike Road and the left. William Cornelius Vineyard is Winery, turn right on the U.S. 21 located to the right one mile off the Bypass and go a quarter mile before main route. taking a left on Klondike Road. After Continue following Rockford Road three quarters of a mile, the winery into the town of Dobson on U.S. 601 will be on the left. Stay on U.S. 21 to business. Travel about one and a half get back to Elkin’s downtown area. miles to the intersection with Kapp To access the Northern Tendril, Street and turn left. The Historic Surry travel down Kapps Mill Road for close County Courthouse is located at this to two miles until it ends at River intersection. Fisher River Park is two and Road. The Historic Kapps Mill and the a half miles to the north on U.S. 601 Historic Kapp House, which was built in Business. 1840, are located here. Continue half a mile until Kapp Turn right on River Road and go Street becomes Zephyr Road and three and a half miles until it ends follow three miles to the intersection at Haystack Road. Turning right on of Twin Road. The Salem Fork Haystack Road and continuing for four Community and Shelton Vineyards are and a half miles until it intersects with located about two and a half miles Fisher Valley Road brings motorists by down Twin Oaks Road. the Historic Edwards-Franklin House, built Continue for two miles to where in 1799. Zephyr Road intersects with Kapps Mill Continue on Haystack Road for

65 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP another three and a half miles until Peak Church Road. it ends at Beulah Road. Turn right on Go one and a half miles to Round Beulah Road and immediately turn Peak Vineyards. This is the end of the onto I-77 northbound. Continue on Northern Tendril and the Yadkin Valley I-77 for two miles and exit at N.C. 89. Scenic Byway. Follow the signs to get Turn left onto N.C. 89. Go a half a mile back on I-77. on N.C. 89 and turn right on Round Length: 65 miles Drive Time: 1.5 hours Warrior Counties: Surry and Yadkin Mountain

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67 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP supporter of the park’s establishment. Travel 2.4 more miles on U.S. 441 to reach the Oconaluftee Valley Overlook with spectacular views of the Oconaluftee River TN Valley below. NC The Smoky Mountain Scenic Byway culminates less than a mile away at Newfound Gap, an evergreen spruce-fir 441 forest that straddles the border of North Weaver Mountain d. Carolina and Tennessee. It was here that R e m President Franklin D. Roosevelt officially Do ans gm dedicated the park in 1940. The location is Clin now the site of the Rockefeller Memorial, 441 built to memorialize the support and $5 million donated by the Rockefeller family to help establish the park. At the end of the byway, motorists may turn around to return to Nattie Creek Bald Cherokee or continue along U.S. 441 into Tennessee, which leads into the popular tourist town of Gatlinburg on the other side of the Great Smoky Mountains Smokemont National Park. Newton Bald Length: 16.5 miles Drive Time: 35 minutes Counties: Swain Corner Cemtery Mt.

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Every mile Big Tom Wilson. of the Mount These peaks were Mitchell Scenic protected through Drive is packed the efforts of North with exceptional Carolina Gov. Locke vistas of natural Craig, who in 1915 and geological secured legislation sights, boundless to create the first recreation state park. Mount opportunities and Mitchell State Park rare glimpses into Appalachian mountain was established to return the mountains culture and history. The route is a natural to nature and intercede in the exploitation outdoor classroom, encompassing of the industrial scale lumbering that was everything from the East’s highest peaks to destroying the East’s tall summits. the historical Nu-Wray Inn, built in 1833 A short quarter-mile walk from and exemplifying mountain hospitality. the summit leads to the parking lot The 52-mile route begins at the and N.C. Route 128. Follow N.C. 128, summit of Mount Mitchell, the highest the highest highway in the East, as peak in both North Carolina and the it winds nearly five miles through Mount entire eastern United States at an altitude Mitchell State Park, providing a glimpse of 6,684 feet. Mount Mitchell is one of at the recreational opportunities offered 16 peaks over 6,000-feet tall making by the park and the educational insights up the Black Mountain Range, which of this high mountain environment. From accounts for more than one-quarter of the N.C. 128, turn left onto the Blue Ridge 6,000-footers east of the Mississippi River. Parkway, which offers expanding vistas The Black Mountains themselves, of the Black Mountains. Bears, deer, with peaks such as Mitchell, Big Tom and , turkeys, foxes, coyotes and many Craig, reflect the history of the exploration other animals may be seen by sharp-eyed and ultimate preservation of these lofty observers. A birder’s paradise, the eco- mountains. , a professor zones found at these elevations provide from the University of North Carolina, opportunities to see raptors only found in documented and established the peak more northern climates which now bears his name as the highest Just past Mile Marker 345 and the in the United States in 1844. He was led Twin Tunnels, exit right off the Blue to this peak by local guide and bear hunter Ridge Parkway and then turn left onto

70 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP N.C. 80, where the scenic drive descends Glen Raven Mill on the right, take the several thousand feet into the South Toe gentle right on to East Main Street. Just River Valley. The South Toe River drains the down this road is the town square, a true eastern slopes of the Black Mountains, mountain treasure replete with a statue which can now be of Captain , viewed by looking up naval hero of the War and to the left from the of 1812, standing guard valley floor. Here the over the mountains. Also Mount Mitchell Scenic found at the town square Drive passes through is the 1833 Nu-Wray Inn the Appalachian District and the Burnsville Sundial, of the Pisgah National the largest vertical sundial Forest and the Carolina in North Carolina and the Hemlocks Campground. only quilt-block sundial in Just five miles away is the world. Continue onto the Black Mountain West Main Street and Campground with the look atop the hill behind trailhead for the Mount the Visitor Center to view Mitchell Trail, which climbs from the valley the historic McElroy House, which served floor and ascends nearly 4,000 feet to the as the Western Headquarters of the Home summit of Mount Mitchell. More than 70 Guard during the Civil War. miles of hiking trails are within 15 minutes Continue on West Main Street as it of the Mount Mitchell Scenic Drive, rejoins U.S. 19 on the west end of town. including some leading to spectacular Colorful squares hanging on the sides of waterfalls such as Roaring Fork Waterfall barns and businesses are part of the Quilt and Setrock Creek Waterfall. Fishing Trails of Western North Carolina project. opportunities are also numerous, with trout Each block represents a different quilting predominant in the cool mountain streams pattern reflecting the heritage of the place and small-mouth bass further down in the where it is located. Homesteads, farms, rivers. pastures, churches and small communities As the drive nears the small dot the landscape in this rural area of unincorporated town of Micaville, look for Yancey and Madison counties. The scenic signs of old mining operations. Micaville drive continues to drop in elevation, is appropriately named, as the area is finally ending more than 4,500 feet known for the huge sheets of mica mined below where it began at Exit 9 on here. Turn left at Micaville for a short Interstate 26 about 15 miles north of distance and turn left again onto U.S. Asheville. 19 which heads left into the historic Length: 52 miles town of Burnsville. At the town limits Drive Time: 1.5 hours of Burnsville, with the still operating Counties: Madison and Yancey

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routes Hanging Rock Scenic Byway 76 Colonial Heritage Byway 79 Football Road 83 Crowders Mountain Drive 85 Mill Bridge Scenic Byway 87 Uwharrie Scenic Road 89 Rolling Kansas Byway 91 Pee Dee Valley Drive 93 Grassy Island Crossing 95 Sandhills Scenic Drive 97 Birkhead Wilderness Route 99 Flint Hill Ramble 101 Indian Heritage Trail 103 Pottery Road 105 Devil’s Stompin’ Ground Road 107 North Durham Country Byway 109 Averasboro Battlefield Scenic Byway 112 Clayton Bypass Scenic Byway 114 Scots-Welsh Heritage Byway 115

75 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Hanging rock scenic by way

By traveling the Hanging Rock Scenic Register of Historic Places. Founded in Byway, motorists can explore the ancient 1849, Danbury is located on the in North Carolina’s at the foot of the Sauratown Mountains. rolling northern The community was Piedmont. This originally a Native byway includes a American village, long loop so that which became travelers will have a trading post to retrace one called Crawford. part of the route North Carolina’s to see everything. tribute block in To access the the Washington byway take Exit monument came 118 from U.S. 52 from an area quarry. NCDOT NCDOT and follow N.C. Cascade Falls at Today, Danbury is 65 East through the seat of Stokes Rural Hall, an area settled by Germans County. The town has several restaurants after the Revolutionary War. At the and many historic points of interest, intersection of N.C. 65 and N.C. 66, including: the former Stokes County jail; turn left and follow N.C. 66 North. The the Danbury Community Church, which byway begins where Denny Road (S.R. was created in 1893; the Wilson-Fulton 2000) intersects with N.C. 66. Proceed House, a.k.a. the Brick House, which 2.3 miles, passing through Mount Olive was built in the 1850s and is now a local in Stokes County, a small community museum; Danbury Town Center, a two- named for a local church that should not story frame building typical of 19th century be confused with the town of Mount Olive offices; and the Moody Tavern, a two-story in Wayne County. Bear right on to Flat frame house built around 1860, which Shoals Road. Proceed five miles, then was the headquarters for Union General turn left on Mountain Road. Look to the George Stoneman’s troops during the last left for excellent views of Hanging Rock days of the Civil War. along this section of the byway. Just past Danbury, motorists After four miles, turn left on N.C. have two options. To follow the first 8/89. This stretch of road passes one of option, turn left on Hanging Rock the best-preserved structures from the Park Road and follow it as it becomes antebellum period in North Carolina, the Moores Spring Road. This seven-mile Moratock Iron Furnace, and the town of stretch of road offers various entry points Danbury, which is listed in the National into Hanging Rock State Park (including

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77 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP community east of Mount Airy. Mount Airy is home of “The Andy Griffith Show’s” fictional Mayberry, and many tributes to this show may be found here. A sheet granite quarry is located on the northeast side of town. Granite from this quarry was used in the Wright Brothers National Memorial Monument in Kill Devil Hills on the state’s Outer Banks. Nearby attractions include Pilot Mountain State Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. The isolated peak of Pilot Mountain is actually a quartzite monadnock remnant from the erosion of the Sauratown Mountains. It was once called “Mount Ararat,” from which the flows. The closest access to the Blue Ridge Parkway is about 15 miles north of Mount Airy at Fancy Gap, Va.

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78 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP colonial heritage by way

Colonial Heritage Drive provides Follow Flat Rock Road for 5.7 miles, an impressive tour of 18th and 19th then turn left on U.S. 29 Business. Turn century history in North Carolina. Begin right on Elm Grove Church Road, then on Scalesville Road turn right on Mizpah at the Guilford/ Church Road. This Rockingham county section of road loosely line near the town of follows the alignment of Summerfield. Proceed the colonial road known 1.4 miles, bearing at the time as Dick’s Ferry right on the Church Road, which connected Street Extension. to the Great Wagon Turn right on U.S. Road. It was along this 158 East and follow route that General Earl

it to Flat Rock Road. NCDOT Cornwallis conducted (For a quick side trip, Orange County Courthouse part of his futile hunt turn left on Meadow Branch Road. for the main American forces under the Follow it 2.1 miles, bearing left as it command of General Nathanael Greene as becomes Monroeton Road. This stretch they raced north, toward the Dan River, in of road passes a highlight of the route, the early winter of 1781. Today, the area the former location of the Troublesome is marked by rolling farmland, intermixed Creek Ironworks which was used at various with hardwood forests and open pasture times as a by American and land. Working farms, as well as historic British troops. General Nathanael Greene farmsteads, are scattered along the route. retreated to this site after the battle of Turn right on N.C. 87 to the Guilford Court House in 1781. Ten years unincorporated town of Williamsburg. later, President visited Turn right on N.C. 150 and proceed 4.2 it as he retraced General Greene’s journey miles before turning left on Osceola- on his tour of the South. Bear right Ossippee Road. (For another quick onto Iron Works Road and proceed side trip, continue on N.C. 150 to 2.3 miles. This goes past the historic the town of Monticello.) Take a left Speedwell Church. With a history dating on Brann Road and travel 2.3 miles back to the 1750s, the church has a before turning left onto High Rock cemetery with many old graves near the Road. This leads to a historic highlight sanctuary, which was constructed in 1844. of the route, High Rock Ford, which is To rejoin the byway, turn right on marked with a plaque. An easy crossing U.S. 158 West, and follow it 3.1 miles point on the , it long figured before turning left on Flat Rock Road.) in the commercial and military history

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150 29 miles past Griers Presbyterian Church, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Turn left onto U.S. 119 for 1.5 miles. At N.C. 86, turn left and travel 150 Monticello south nearly 24 miles. This portion of

29 the byway provides a glimpse of Piedmont Main Street and turn left onto N.C. 62 dairy farms and rural life. Look for a white North to continue the byway. While brick building to the right while passing traveling north on N.C. 62, look for many through the Hightowers community and older houses and barns dating back to the a red brick building to the left in Prospect 1800s, especially in the town of Milton. Hill. These are examples of general stores Prior to the Civil War, this town was a of the mid-1800s and are still in use today. booming community with two newspapers Just north of Hillsborough, turn left and a branch of the state bank. In Milton, onto Governor Burke Drive (S.R. 1619). turn right at the traffic signal onto N.C. Stop and look carefully before crossing 57 South toward Semora, where the the intersection of N.C. 57 where the byway turns right again onto N.C. 119 state road number changes to 1556 South. and becomes unpaved. The grave of Gov. Travel three miles before turning Thomas Burke, who served from 1781- left onto Osmond Road and proceed 1782 as the third North Carolina governor two miles past Hyco Lake, a man-made elected by the General Assembly, lies in a reservoir that draws numerous tourists tree grove to the left about three-quarters each year to enjoy swimming, fishing and of a mile from N.C. 57. boating. (For a quick side trip, through When the road ends, turn rolling terrain with lovely rural vistas right onto Miller Road (S.R. 1555) featuring a mix of hardwood forests, and continue 1.5 miles through a open pastures and farms, continue on residential area, crossing U.S. 70. Turn N.C. 119 past Osmond Road and turn right onto St. Mary’s Road (S.R. 1002), right on Stephentown Road, which which becomes East King Street (S.R. ends at U.S. 158. Turn right onto U.S. 1150). Settled in 1754, Hillsborough, the 158 West and travel 1.7 miles to return Orange County seat, was once North to N.C. 86. Turn left to rejoin the scenic Carolina’s summer capital. Public tours of byway.) Turn right onto Solomon the historic district begin at the visitor’s Lea Road and follow 3.8 miles. Turn center located on the corner of King and right onto U.S. 158 which passes streets. through Leasburg, a quaint village with 81 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Drive three blocks on East King Durham Country Byway (p. 109) is located Street and turn left on N.C. 86 South/ just off I-85 north of Durham. U.S. 70 Business East (Churton Street) Length: 92 miles at the stoplight. After crossing the Drive Time: 2.5 hours Eno River, follow U.S. 70 Business for Counties: Durham, Caswell, three miles until it rejoins U.S. 70. Guilford, Orange Follow U.S. 70 East. The scenic byway and Rockingham Note: The route is temporarily ends as U.S. 70 passes not recommended for under I-85. Continue on U.S. 70 East recreational vehicles or buses. 57 Hillsborough 86 Inset 1619 1556

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Named for the route Triad football Carolinians who wanted to see the fans used to travel to football games at government regulated to prevent further the University of North Carolina at Chapel extortion and corruption. Hill, Football Road showcases the beauty As the byway enters Alamance of North Carolina’s County, the road piedmont name changes to between the Old Greensboro Triad and Triangle Road. Continue metropolitan areas. another seven To access miles to Snow the byway, take Camp, where the Exit 126 off road becomes I-85 Business Sylvan School in Greensboro Road. Turn left and travel south onto Drama Road along U.S. 421 (S.R. 2407) and to Alamance follow it for a Church Road (S.R. short distance 1005). Turn left before making onto Alamance a left back onto Church Road and Sylvan School NCDOT travel eight miles Snow Camp Road (S.R. 2360) to the intersection of before turning right onto Snow Blakeshire Road (S.R. 3334), the Camp Road (S.R. 1004). Originally a byway’s western terminus. Quaker community, Snow Camp was Traveling along the byway, motorists settled in 1749. The local outdoor drama, will see small dairy farms, creeks, ponds “The Sword of Peace,” portrays the and bicyclists, since most of the route plight of Quakers in this area during the is designated as a recreational bicycle Revolutionary War. route. At the N.C. 62 intersection, history After passing through Snow Camp, enthusiasts may want to take a quick side turn right onto Greensboro/Chapel Hill trip to the State Road (S.R. 1005) and follow it for eight Historic Site located about 4.5 miles east miles. The byway crosses the Haw River along N.C. 62. The Alamance Battleground at the Alamance/Orange County line. This is the 1771 site where the North Carolina river rises in Forsyth County and flows 130 , led by Gov. , defeated miles before merging with the Deep River the Regulators. Regulators were North to form the .

83 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP In Orange County, the road name Length: 37 miles changes back to Old Greensboro Road Drive Time: 45 minutes (S.R. 1005). Travel another eight miles Counties: Alamance, Guilford and Orange and veer left after crossing a small lake, onto Jones Ferry Road (S.R. 1005). Follow Jones Ferry Road into the town of Carrboro where the byway ends at the intersection with N.C. 54.

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84 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Crowders mountain drive

The Crowders Mountain Drive Crowders Mountain State Park. The takes motorists by Crowders and Kings park showcases the local mountains, which mountains in Gaston and Cleveland are remnants of the ancient Appalachians. counties. Outdoor To begin enthusiasts will following enjoy hiking or the byway, rock climbing take Exit 10 in the park. from I-85 and Continue follow U.S. following 29/74 to the the byway community by turning of Mountain right to stay View. on Sparrow Exit onto Springs Road Sparrow for two miles, Springs Road and then (S.R. 1125), right again

where the NCDOT onto Pinnacle Canoeing at Crowders Mountain State Park route begins. Road. The first Follow Sparrow Springs Road and mile is gravel. turn right onto Pinnacle Road (S.R. Formed in 1841, Cleveland County 1104) as they wind around the base of was named for Benjamin Cleveland, a hero Crowders and Kings mountains. Crowders at the Battle of Kings Mountain during Mountain, named for a local settler, is the Revolutionary War. Kings Mountain one of the peaks in the Kings Mountain National Millitary Park, located in South Range. The mountain range is about three Carolina, is the site of that decisive British miles long, extending from the southern defeat in 1780. The valley is also known as end of Gaston and Cleveland counties in Sherrars Gap and separates the Pinnacle North Carolina into York County, S.C. The from the rest of the Kings Mountain Range. highest peak, called the Pinnacle, marks the Pinnacle Road changes to Lake northern end of the range. Its weathered Montonia Road (S.R. 2292) at the granite cap, called a monadnock, stands Cleveland/Gaston County line. Follow above the other peaks as a king stands this road for about one mile where above his people. it intersects with N.C. 161. Turn right Continue on Sparrow Springs Road onto N.C. 161 North for one-half mile as it veers right into the area around to I-85 where the byway ends. For an

85 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP interesting side trip, continue into South Carolina to the Kings Mountain by turning left onto N.C. 161 South and driving four miles into South Carolina to the park’s access road. Length: Eight miles Drive Time: 20 minutes Counties: Gaston and Cleveland

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86 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Mill bridge scenic by way

The Mill Bridge Scenic Byway passes one of the central landmarks in the area, through land that has a long tradition of Kerr Mill. A grist mill built in 1823 that farming and was renovated a rich cultural in the 1970s, history. With it now serves a population as a museum density of featuring only about 50 pieces of early people per Americana. square mile, Continue on this area is N.C. 150 West marked by and turn left open spaces, on Caldwell Photo courtesy of Yadkin/Pee Photo Dee courtesy Lakes of Yadkin/Pee Project fields, streams Kerr Mill at Sloan Park Road to and working rejoin the farms dotted with well-preserved historic byway.) homes, out buildings and barns. After approximately 27 miles, turn The 38-mile byway begins south of left at Belk Road. At the end of Belk historic Salisbury at the intersection Road, turn right on Centenary Church of N.C. 150 and Sherrills Ford Road Road. This stretch of the byway passes (S.R. 1526) in Rowan County. Travel near the Rankin-Sherrill House, a complex along Sherrill’s Ford road for 27 miles. of silos and buildings that includes a Located along this stretch is the Piedmont smokehouse constructed in 1853. Turn Agricultural Research Station, a test- left on N.C. 150 East. On the right is the farming facility operated by N.C. State Lazy 5 Ranch, a privately-owned animal University and an excellent example of park featuring 750 animals from six North Carolina farmland. (For a quick continents, including kangaroos, giraffes side trip, turn left onto White Road and rhinos. (S.R. 1737) and pass over a one-lane Turn left on Jones Road and bridge before continuing for three continue until looping back on miles to the community of Mill Bridge, Centenary Church Road. Follow until named for the flourmill built by Dr. Samuel intersecting with Brown Road (which Kerr. This Scotch-Irish settlement features turns into Lyerly Road) and proceed Thyatira Church, one of North Carolina’s east. (For a quick side trip turn left at oldest Presbyterian churches. At the end the intersection of Brown Road and of White Road, turn left on N.C. 150 then turn left on Back Creek Road to West and pass Sloan Park, which includes see the Back Creek Presbyterian Church,

87 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP which was established in 1805 with its present day building constructed in 1857. It has many old tombstones older than the church building.) Turn right on Kerr Mill Road. Turn 801 right on Sloan Road and 601 70 right again on N.C. 150

West. 801 70 Turn left on Caldwell 1526 1737 Road. Turn right on 801 Salisbury Millbridge Road and pass Mill Bridge 150 Patterson Farm, which 1768 Kerr Mill at Sloan Park cultivates hundreds of acres 1350 29 85 of tomatoes, strawberries, pumpkins and poinsettas. 1211 China The farm offers tours and 152 Grove “pick-your-own” fruits and 153 vegetables. Turn right on Landis 152 Corriher Springs Road, 29A which will merge with 85 29 Corriher Grange Road. 601 Turn left on Bradshaw Road and continue until it intersects Mill Bridge Inset with Millbridge Road, where the byway 801

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88 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Uwharrie Scenic road

The Uwharrie Scenic Road takes flows into the Yadkin River near Morrow motorists through both the Uwharrie Mountain State Park to form the Pee Dee Mountains and the area known as the River. A variety of crops such as corn and “Carolina Slate winter wheat can be Belt” along N.C. seen throughout this 49 between region. Charlotte and (History buffs Asheboro. Begin will also enjoy a following the side trip to the route at the Denton Farm Park byway’s northern in Davidson County. end at the The park features an intersection of impressive collection N.C. 49 and U.S. of restored buildings, 64. Travel south including country along N.C. 49 stores, a church, post toward Concord. office and gristmill, Many buildings and is also home to NCDOT and fences seen the annual Threshers’ throughout these Convention, a large rolling hills were built from slate, a type of steam, gas and electric farm machinery metamorphic rock. show. To get there from N.C. 49, turn South of Asheboro, travel through the left onto Cranford Road (S.R. 2521) and and view the head north. Denton Farm Park is less . These isolated peaks than a mile on the left.) were formed several hundred million years Turn right from N.C. 49 to N.C. 109 ago by volcanoes, and the mountains and proceed north 5.5 miles to the have survived erosion and weathering over town of Denton. The town was first the centuries. “Uwharrie” is believed to built up around the intersection of N.C. have originated from an American Indian 109 and N.C. 47, an area once known as word possibly meaning “rocky soil.” The Finch’s Crossing for the seasonal throng of federal government bought the Uwharrie migrating birds that converged on a grove National Forest in 1934 and designated it of sycamore trees at the intersection. Turn as a national forest in 1961. It now covers left on East Salisbury Drive (S.R. 2351) more than 200,000 acres in Randolph and and proceed three blocks through Montgomery counties and a small portion downtown Denton. The Denton central of Davidson County. The business district boasts a well-preserved

89 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP collection of historic buildings, including left on Stokes Ferry Road. Rejoin the many good examples of early 20th century byway by turning right on N.C. 49. architecture. Turn left on South Main The Uwharrie Scenic Road continues past Street (S.R. 2501) and continue four Mount Pleasant toward Concord, ending miles until it becomes Lick Creek Church on N.C. 49 at its intersection with Old Road (S.R. 2501). Continue 5.1 miles Charlotte Road (S.R. 1157). to the intersection of Bringle Ferry (For another interesting side trip, visit Road. The Lick Creek Baptist Church, one the Reed Gold Mine State Historic Site, of Davidson County’s oldest landmarks, the site of the first authenticated discovery is located near here. Records indicate of gold in the United States. Gold was meetings were held at the church as early found on the Reed family farm in 1799. as 1787. This section of the byway passes The discovery helped North Carolina lead over Tuckertown Lake, built by the Carolina the country in gold production until the Aluminum Co. for hydroelectricity and California gold rush in 1848. Reed Gold recreation in 1917. It is also known as Mine is located about eight miles south of Narrows Reservoir because it was formed Mount Pleasant. To visit the mine as a by flooding a narrow pass (now under the side trip, follow Mount Pleasant Road lake’s waters) in the Uwharrie Mountains (S.R. 1006) south from N.C. 49. Turn left at the Narrows of the Yadkin River. The Pee onto N.C. 200, and follow it for one Dee Valley Drive (pg. 93) begins nearby at mile and then turn right onto Reed the southern point of in the Mine Road (S.R. 1100)). community of Badin. Length: 50 miles To return to the Uwharrie Scenic Drive Time: One hour Road, turn right on Bringle Ferry Road Counties: Randolph, Davidson, and then turn left on River Road. Turn Rowan, Stanly

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The Rolling Kansas Byway passes Length: 9 miles through an area known appropriately as Drive Time: 20 minutes County: Stanly “Rolling Kansas,” so nicknamed because of its hilly terrain and turn of the century farms and windmills. Access the byway from U.S. 52 in Richfield by turning onto South Main Street (S.R. 1134), which becomes Millingport Road. Follow the road for six miles through the wavering countryside with panoramic views of the western piedmont. Turn right onto Bear Creek Church Road (S.R. 1428) and cross a bridge. The byway then passes near Bethel Bear Creek United Church of Christ and its graveyard, which has tombstones dating to the 1820s and is among the oldest cemeteries in Stanly County. The byway ends at the Cabarrus/ Stanly County line.

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The Pee Dee Valley Drive parallels the Dee River Valley located several miles to route of the Pee Dee River as it flows the east. The Pee Dee River, formed at the southward from Badin Lake to Lake junction of the Yadkin and Uwharrie rivers, Tillery. To access the flows into and through byway’s northern South Carolina, terminus, follow N.C. where it empties into 740 from Albemarle the . to Badin and turn Sometimes called the onto Nantahala Great Pee Dee River, Street (S.R. 1714). the name originates Shortly thereafter, from the Catawba turn right onto Indian word for “smart, Henderson Street capable or expert.” (S.R. 1720). The A quick side trip byway begins at on Morrow Mountain Badin Elementary Road (S.R. 1798) takes School on Henderson motorists into Morrow Street. While traveling Mountain State Park. south the road number Photo Dee courtesy Lakes of Yadkin/Pee Project From the upper parking Town of Badin remains the same, lot, visitors can enjoy but the name changes to Valley Drive at a panoramic view of Badin Lake to the the intersection just past the elementary north and to the south. Badin school. Follow Valley Drive (S.R. Lake was built by the Carolina Aluminum 1720) for 5.5 miles south toward the Co. for hydroelectric power and recreation intersection of N.C. 24/27/73. in 1917. Badin was established in 1913 by Morrow Mountain State Park was French industrialist Adrian Badin as a established in 1935 on land given to the company town for the aluminum reduction state by James McKnight Morrow. The plant he operated nearby. Today, this plant park has more than 30 miles of hiking is owned by the Aluminum Corporation and equestrian trails open to the public. of America, or Alcoa. Badin is listed on Visit the restored residence of Dr. Francis the National Register of Historic Places Joseph Kron who had a medical practice and is noted for its unique French-inspired here in the early 1800s. Until that time townhouses (called quadreplexes), which the mountain had been called Naked are among the earliest examples of Mountain because a tornado stripped the townhouse architecture in North Carolina. mountain bare. There are three peaks: The byway travels through the Pee Sugarloaf Mountain, Mill Mountain and

93 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Tater Top Mountain. The peaks are each less than 1,050 feet high and part of the Uwharrie Mountain Range. These mountains Lake were created in a prehistoric collision between the African and 740 Badin North American continents. They are considered to be the oldest Badin Uwharrie Mountains mountains in North America. 1720 After visiting the park, turn 1714 left to continue along Valley Drive to the intersection of N.C. 740 24/27/73 East and turn left. This section of highway is part of the 1798 Sandhills Scenic Drive byway (pg. Morrow r e

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94 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Grassy island crossing

The Grassy Island Crossing byway North. Travel an additional mile before is named for Grassy Island, a group of crossing the Pee Dee River, formed by earthen masses in the Pee Dee River north the junction of the Yadkin and Uwharrie of Blewett Falls rivers in Lake along Montgomery the Anson/ County. Richmond Flowing County line. south along The byway’s the Anson/ western Richmond terminus is County line located at the and into South intersection Carolina, the of U.S. 52 Pee Dee River and Pinkston empties into Lindsay R. Whichard River Road Pee Dee River Winyah Bay. (S.R. 1627) in Anson County. Cross the river into Richmond Travel south on Pinkston River County. Travel 2.5 miles and turn right Road through the pines, hardwoods, onto a different Grassy Island Road and farms along the banks of (S.R. 1148). This 13-mile road features the the Pee Dee River nearly five miles geological transition between the lowland before turning left onto Grassy Island piedmont region to the Uwharrie Mountain Road (S.R. 1634). expanse. Blewett Falls Lake lies to the For an interesting side trip, visit the south and west. There are boat ramps Pee Dee located and fishing access points on the lake. The on Grassy Island Road. The refuge, North byway’s eastern end lies northwest of Carolina’s only inland wildlife refuge, Rockingham at the intersection with features a self-guided auto tour and hiking Holly Grove Church Road (S.R. 1146). trail through a migratory bird habitat. A Length: 26 miles waterfowl observation blind allows for up- Drive Time: 40 minutes close viewing of bird species native to or Counties: Anson and passing through the region. The refuge’s Richmond office and visitor center are located on U.S. 52, three miles south of Ansonville. To continue following the byway, travel 4.5 miles along Grassy Island Road and turn left onto N.C. 109

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96 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Sandhills scenic drive

North Carolina’s Sandhills are a series of Killets Creek, which is named for an early low rolling hills located between the Cape settler who lived west of town. Soon Fear and Pee Dee rivers. Settled by Scottish after, cross McLendon’s Creek and highlanders continue about 1740, another the area was seven miles named for the to the coarse, sandy community soil prevalent of Garners in this region. Store, where The Weymouth the Pottery Woods Road byway Sandhills (pg. 105) Nature crosses on

Preserve in the Lindsay R. Whichard N.C. 705. Moore County N.C. 24/27 crossing the Pee Dee River/Lake Tillery From this town of Southern Pines houses the last crossroads, it is 14 miles to the town of remaining cluster of ancient long-leaf pines Biscoe. in this area. These pine trees covered the Incorporated in 1901, Biscoe was first Sandhills until they were nearly destroyed known as Filo. The name was changed in by logging in 1895. The pines are a 1895 to honor a local businessman. From showcase for the preserve’s hardwood Biscoe, travel four miles to the Little swamp forest, which also contains rare River, which flows south to join the Pee plants and animals. The former long-leaf Dee River. From the bridge, continue for pine forests have regenerated with the three miles to the town of Troy. faster growing short-leaf pine. Troy is Montgomery County’s seat and Begin following the byway in was incorporated in 1843. It is believed Carthage, the Moore County seat, and that the town was named for either Robert take N.C. 24/27 West to Biscoe. Along Troy, a member of the House of Commons, the way, enjoy views of fertile farmlands or John B. Troy, an educator and member and rolling hills while passing the state’s of the N.C. General Assembly. Troy is pottery center to the north and golf resort located on the eastern border of the communities to the south. Founded in Uwharrie National Forest, purchased by 1796, Carthage is located in an area the federal government in 1934 and settled by Scots from the Cape Fear region established as a national forest in 1961. in the mid-18th century. After leaving The forest covers more than 200,000 acres Carthage, travel 1.5 miles and cross in Randolph and Montgomery counties

97 97 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP and a small portion of Davidson County. this byway joins with the Pee Dee Valley Leave Troy on N.C. 24/27 West and Drive (pg. 93) between Indian Mound travel through the Uwharrie National Road (S.R. 1740) and Valley Drive (S.R. Forest for the next 11 miles to N.C. 1720). From Valley Drive, it is a little 73. Approaching the Pee Dee River, both more than a mile to the intersection of Horse Trough and Shelter Mountain in the N.C. 24/27/73 at Sweet Home Church Uwharrie Mountains are visible on either Road (S.R. 1731) where the route ends side of the route. These isolated peaks just outside the Albemarle city limits. have withstood erosion and weathering Albemarle is the Stanly County seat and over thousands of years. (For more detail, was named for George Monck, Duke of see the Uwharrie Scenic Road on pg. 89.) Albemarle and a lords proprietor of the Also on N.C. 24/27, about eight Carolina Colony in 1663. miles past Troy, pass the trailhead For a side trip from Albemarle into for the 20-mile Uwharrie Trail. This Montgomery County (about 15 miles), national recreational trail follows a north- take N.C. 109 or N.C. 73 South to Mount south route and passes over the Uwharrie Gilead. From there, travel along N.C. 731 Mountains. It is the longest hiking East to Indian Mound Road (S.R. 1542), trail located between North Carolina’s which leads to . mountains and coast. For more information on this state historic After passing the trailhead, cross the site, see Indian Heritage Trail (pg. 103). Pee Dee River and Lake Tillery into Stanly Length: 46 miles County. Lake Tillery, to the left, is used Drive Time: One hour for hydroelectric energy and as a popular Counties: Montgomery, Moore and Stanly recreational destination. While crossing the river, notice that Stony Mountain frames the path of the Pee Dee River’s west shore. About one mile after crossing the lake,

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98 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP birkhead wilderness route

The Birkhead Wilderness Route Scenic within the vicinity of Lassiter Mill. The Byway features the Uwharrie Mountains, Birkhead Mountain, Robbins Branch and considered Hannah’s by some Creek experts trails wind to be the through 10 oldest miles of the mountains wilderness in North area. America. Evidence This byway of pioneer is specifically settlement named – old after the homesteads, NCDOT Birkhead Bailed hay along the Birkhead Wilderness Route crumbling Mountains Wilderness, a remote section chimneys and gold mining activity – can of the Uwharrie National Forest covering still be seen here. To reach the trailhead of 5,160 acres in southern Randolph County. Robbins Branch Trail, within the Birkhead The rugged area offers a more remote Mountain Wilderness, turn right onto experience with fewer visitor amenities Lassiter Mill Road (S.R. 1107). Parking and than other sections of the Uwharrie the trailhead are on the right, two miles National Forest. north of the crossroads. The Birkhead Wilderness Route (For a side trip, just before reaching Scenic Byway begins along the Lassiter, turn left on Pisgah Covered northern reaches of the Uwharrie Bridge Road and follow it for 3.5 miles. Mountains at the intersection of High As the road crosses the west fork of the Pines Church Road (S.R. 1143) and Little River, the Pisgah covered bridge is Hopewell Friends Road (S.R. 1142) in visible on the right. One of two public Randolph County. Follow High Pines covered bridges remaining in the state, Church Road for 9.3 miles to Lassiter the 51-foot-long structure was built in Mill Road and the crossroads community 1911 for $40. Continue nine miles to Lassiter. This section of road through the the community of Ulah and then turn Uwharrie National Forest crosses a well- around.) preserved mix of hardwood forests, open Length: 14 miles pasture land and numerous native rock Drive Time: 25 minutes outcroppings. County: Randolph Several hiking trails can be accessed

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The remote yet beautiful Flint Hill Continue along Flint Hill Road a Ramble begins on Flint Hill Road (S.R. short distance to a turn-off on the left. 1306), just northeast of the Uwharrie A quick stroll from the car will lead to what community in is locally known Montgomery as “Jumping-Off County. To access Rock.” This rocky the byway, bluff overlooks a turn onto Ophir cascading stream Road (S.R. 1303) and the surrounding from N.C. 109 in Uwharrie National Uwharrie. Travel Forest. For safety along this road reasons, jumping five miles before off “Jumping-Off reaching the Ophir Rock” is strongly community. This discouraged. The area was settled Flint Hill Ramble in the mid-1800s ends where Flint during the area’s Hill Road intersects gold boom. Ophir with Lovejoy Road is named for the (S.R. 1310). Turning

Biblical place where Lindsay R. Whichard right onto Lovejoy “Jumping-Off Rock” gold was produced Road will lead back for King Solomon’s temple. Once in Ophir, to N.C. 109 and the town of Troy, the turn right onto Flint Hill Road. This Montgomery County seat. road’s turns along with its scenic views give Length: 5 miles motorists the feeling that they are riding Drive Time: 10 minutes in the Great Smoky Mountains. A shaded County: Montgomery parking area and trailhead for the Uwharrie National Recreational Trail is located two miles down this road. The trailhead marks the northern end of the 20-mile trail that begins on N.C. 24/27 along the Sandhills Scenic Drive (pg. 97). A short hike up the trail reveals a striking view of the surrounding Uwharrie Mountains, believed by experts to be the oldest mountain chain in North America.

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The Indian Heritage Trail Scenic Byway iis located to the right. explores a part of North Carolina’s rich The Historic Ellerbe Springs Inn and Native American heritage. To begin the Restaurant, home of a once-famous byway from mineral spring its eastern resort and spa, end, travel to is located one Millstone Road half-mile farther (S.R. 1452) north on U.S. in Richmond 220. The byway County and continues follow it into 11.5 miles Ellerbe. Once on N.C. 73 known as the North through “Fair Grounds,” the Piedmont Ellerbe received heartland and N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism its present name Town Creek Indian Mound passes by the after W.T. Ellerbe developed the nearby farm of one-time professional wrestler and recreational and health facility, Ellerbe legend Andre the . Turn right onto Springs. Indian Mound Road (S.R. 1160) and In Ellerbe, turn right onto U.S. 220 cross into Montgomery County where North (Church Street) to follow the the state road number changes to 1542 byway. With one of the state’s most (Town Creek Mound Road). extensive Native American collections, the Town Creek Indian Mound, the Rankin Museum of American Heritage oldest North Carolina State Historic Site, is a quick side trip easily accessible by is located1.5 miles down the road on continuing straight across the intersection the right. This archeological site was an of Millstone and Church streets. The important ceremonial center for the Creek museum is two blocks further on the left. Indians of the Pee Dee culture some 300 Traveling north on U.S. 220 from to 400 years ago. Visitors can tour the Ellerbe, motorists will pass through North reconstructed temples and see various Carolina’s prime peach-growing region. exhibits. Continue on Town Creek Depending on the season, several fruit Mound Road (S.R. 1542) for one mile, and vegetable stands may be open along then bear left onto 731 West and this section of byway. Leaving Ellerbe, follow it four miles until reaching travel one mile and turn left onto the end of the byway in Mt. Gilead. N.C. 73 North. A N.C. Department of Included in the National Register of Historic Transportation rest area, with picnic tables, Places, Mt. Gilead’s historic downtown

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The Pottery Road byway takes “Cedar Lane.” Continue on N.C. 705 motorists from North Carolina’s Sandhills West for nine miles to the intersection to its Piedmont through an area known with N.C. 24/27 in the Garners Store worldwide for beautiful community. At this pottery. The route’s intersection the byway southern terminus crosses the Sandhills begins near the golf Scenic Drive (pg. 97). resort community of Continue three miles Pinehurst in Moore north to the town County. Pinehurst, of Robbins. established in 1895 Formerly called and named for its by a variety of names location in a pine including Mechanicks forest, was the host Hill, Mechanicsville, of both the 1999 Elise and Hemp, and 2005 U.S. Open Robbins was settled golf tournaments. sometime prior to In the 18th century, 1828. The earlier N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism seven families from Potter at work names came from a Staffordshire, England, the pottery center mechanic and gunsmith who lived here. of England, settled within a five-mile radius Located on the old plank road (built of each other near the northwest corner between 1849 and 1854) from Fayetteville of Moore County. Today, their descendants to Salem, Robbins was given its current continue to make both traditional and name in 1943 for the owner of a local modern pottery forms. There are nearly 80 textile mill. The town is also near the site potteries in the vicinity of this byway and of what was once one of the world’s several directly along the route. largest talc mines. In Robbins, watch From Pinehurst, begin following the carefully as N.C. 705 makes a turn byway by taking N.C. 211 North for that can be difficult to see. Leaving 11.5 miles to the intersection with Robbins, travel three miles west on N.C. 705 near Eagle Springs. Established N.C. 705 to North Howard Mill Road in 1890, Eagle Springs was named for a (S.R. 1456). Here the byway intersects mineral spring owned by the Eagle family. with the Devil’s Stompin’ Ground Road (pg. Turn right onto N.C. 705 West and note 107). the old cedar trees lining the first part of From this intersection, continue this route where the byway begins. This nearly 4.5 miles to the community portion of the road is known locally as of Westmoore. A rest area is located

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106 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Devil’s Stompin’ Ground Road

The Devil’s Stompin’ Ground Road South to Goldston and then following extends from the courthouse in the signs to the house. Built around 1770, the Chatham County seat of Pittsboro through house is named for its location in a bend the farmlands along the Deep River and forests of the and is the site of a lower piedmont Revolutionary War and across N.C. 22 skirmish between the to N.C. 705, north Whigs and the Tories. of Robbins in After crossing Moore County. the N.C. 22/42 Begin the intersection, N.C. route from the 902 ends and the Chatham County road becomes Jerry Courthouse in Frye Road (S.R. Pittsboro by 1164). Follow Jerry following U.S. 64 Frye Road into Business West Randolph County, and turning where the state road NCDOT NCDOT left onto N.C. “The Devil's Stomping Ground” number changes 902 West. Travel by Round Top Mountain to 2280. One quarter of a mile inside across the Rocky River and through an area Randolph County, the byway will known as “The Devil’s Stompin’ Grounds” intersect with Howard Mill Road near the community of Bear Creek. (S.R. 2877). The legend behind the byway’s name Turn left onto Howard Mill Road begins with a tale of a worn, circular and travel two miles to the Moore path in a local clearing. According to local County line, where the road name residents, the path is worn because of the changes to North Howard Mill Road devil’s pacing and his plotting of new forms (S.R. 1456). Continue on North Howard of evil to afflict the good in the world. The Mill Road for four miles through the clearing itself sits off the byway, and local beautiful Moore County countryside. The residents can provide specific directions to byway ends at the intersection of the site. N.C. 705, which is also designated as the Continue to follow the byway and Pottery Road (pg. 105). cross over U.S. 421. This portion of the Length: 43 miles byway passes 10 miles north of the House Drive Time: 50 minutes in the Horseshoe State Historic Site. The Counties: Moore and Randolph house is accessible by traveling U.S. 421

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108 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP North durham country by way

Durham County is famous for being Center, travel almost four miles, to the the home of the Park, town of Bahama (pronounced bah-hay- Duke University and N.C. Central University. ma). The byway then turns right onto It is also known Bahama for its beautiful Road (S.R. countryside, 1616/1607). waterways Bahama’s and historic name originates plantation from the first farmlands. The two letters of North Durham three prominent Country Byway family names gives motorists in the area a glimpse — , Harris into Durham and Mangum. County’s history Bahama Road Lindsay R. Whichard as well as its State Historic Site travels by the forests, lakes and rivers. tranquil waters of Lake Michie (pronounced To access the byway, take Exit mik-ee), which offers recreational 182 off I-85 and travel north on Red opportunities including boating, hiking and Mill Road (S.R. 1632) for 4.5 miles. Be picnicking. Travel 3.2 miles to Mount alert, as the route briefly turns right Tabor United Methodist Church — onto Teknika Parkway (S.R. 1794) the final resting place of Gov. William B. and then left at the first stop sign to Umstead, who served from 1953 until his continue on Red Mill Road. Turn right death in 1954. Continue another 2.5 on Old Highway 75 (S.R. 1004) to miles and turn left onto Red Mountain begin following the byway near the Road (S.R. 1471). historic plantations of Fairntosh and Alternate Route — While Stagville. Today, a variety of preservation on Bahama Road, an alternate and African-American history studies are route is available through the Hill conducted at Stagville, a state historic Demonstration Forest. After traveling site that was once among the largest a little more than 3.7 miles on Bahama plantation holdings in the South. Road, turn left onto Hampton Road Travel along Old Highway 75 (S.R. (S.R. 1603), travel 1.5 miles, then turn 1004) for 1.5 miles before turning left left onto the second Wilkins Road (S.R. onto Stagville Road (S.R. 1615). After 1613). A quick right puts the route passing the Horton Grove Commercial onto State Forest Road (S.R. 1614)

109 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP and into Hill Demonstration Forest. Hill. Established in 1929, the 2,400-acre Watch for water on the road and a one- forest straddles the Flat River and includes lane bridge on this route. State Forest a one-lane bridge with views of the river. Road leads to Moores Mill Road (S.R. Motorists may see a wide range of birds 1601) and back onto the byway. The and rare plant species. More than 200 forest was developed from lands donated species of birds live here, including egrets, to N.C. State University by George Watts herons, ibis and osprey.

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110 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Continuing on Red Mountain Road, Length: 27 miles motorists will enjoy a 4.5-mile segment Drive Time: 45 minutes County: Durham of rural life. Pass the Flat River, offering kayaking, fishing and hiking opportunities. Turn left onto Moores Mill Road (S.R. 1601) and follow the rolling hills to U.S. 501. After turning left onto U.S. 501 South, motorists can catch a glimpse of Quail Roost, which was organized as a hunt club in 1875 by influential Durhamites. It became one of the nation’s leading stables and dairy farms and is now the training stable and home of both Duke University’s equestrian team and the Rougemont Red Mountain Hounds Hunt Club. After traveling 1.5 miles, turn right onto South Lowell Road (S.R. 1461/1464). This five-mile drive weaves in and out of rolling terrain with frequent views of farms. The byway temporarily ends at the intersection of N.C. 157 (Guess Road) and South Lowell Road. To experience the last portion of the scenic byway, turn left onto N.C. 157 and travel a little more than a mile. The Great Indian ran through this area along present-day Snow Hill Road (S.R. 1631), St. Mary’s Street and Mason Drive (S.R. 1992). The path was a famous Piedmont fur and deerskin trading route that began in 1670 and was used by European explorers, hunters and settlers. Turn left onto Mason Road (S.R. 1002). Follow this road to U.S. 501, turn left and very shortly thereafter turn right onto Orange Factory Road (S.R. 1628). The byway resumes here and continues three miles past Little River Lake and the entrance to Treyburn before ending at the intersection with Stagville Road.

111 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Averasboro BATTLEFIELD SCENIC By way

The Averasboro Battlefield Scenic rivers. This geographic feature is the reason Byway takes motorists through the heart Sherman marched his troops through the of one of the Civil War’s last battlefields. area after leaving Savannah en route to a Located about Confederate two miles munitions from I-95, the depot in byway follows Goldsboro. the route of Along Union Gen. the byway, William T. motorists Sherman’s will notice march a number through the of historical Cape Fear markers.

River Valley NCDOT These markers Children explore the Averasboro Battlefield Museum grounds. just north of tell the story Fayetteville in Cumberland and of how Southern troops tried in vain Harnett counties. to stop the advance of Sherman in the Access the byway by taking Exit Averasboro community. Along the route, 65 off I-95 and follow N.C. 82 West three plantation homes were used as through the community of Godwin. hospitals, two for Union forces and one for The byway begins just after passing Confederates. While none are open to the through town. A N.C. Scenic Byways public, the William Turner Smith House, sign marks the beginning of the route, near the intersection of N.C. 82 and Ross which then continues nearly five miles West Road (S.R. 1801), is under renovation through the battlefield along N.C. 82. for use as a transportation museum. While the byway’s history primarily Cannonball holes are still visible in the walls involves the Civil War, this route was an throughout this house. important part of the plank road system in While the area surrounding the byway the early 1800s. French Gen. Marquis de today is expansive farmland, during the Lafayette traveled along this road on his Battle of Averasboro this region was way to Fayetteville during his 1825 tour of primarily woodland. Just before the the United States. As the byway begins, Cumberland/Harnett County line, a motorists will notice the small farms and re-creation of the original trench lines patches of woodland that dot the route. is visible. Further along the byway is the This area forms a small plateau between Chicora Civil War Cemetery, featuring the floodplains of the Cape Fear and Black a restored slave cabin from the Smith

112 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Plantation, to which the land along the Museum about two miles from Erwin off byway once belonged. U.S. 421 in Dunn. The Meteor Lakes Byway The Averasboro Battlefield Museum (pg. 124) is also located nearby. is just past the cemetery, which houses Length: 4.7 miles exhibits of the Battle of Averasboro. Each Drive Time: 15 minutes year a reenactment of the battle is held County: Cumberland and on the museum grounds. About a mile Harnett past the museum on the right in a grove of trees, is the red-roofed house. This now private residence was once used as the Confederate Civil War hospital. The byway ends about a mile from the Lebanon Plantation house. Continue to follow N.C. 82 West to the town of Erwin, or backtrack to return to I-95. Military enthusiasts may choose to visit the Gen. William C. Lee Airborne

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113 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Clay ton Bypass Scenic By way

The Clayton Bypass long straightaways that may be the most provide distant views unlikely scenic byway of the surrounding in North Carolina. It countryside. This is one of only two surprising gem of a freeways that have byway, which offers earned the designation a unique encounter and many motorists with much of the will access it directly undeveloped farmland of from a highway, Johnston County, ends Interstate 40. Begin at the Intersection at the intersection of U.S. 70 and U.S. of I-40 and U.S. 70 at the Clayton 70 Business in Johnston County. Bypass. Follow U.S. 70 East past rolling Length: 10.7 miles hills and open pastures peppered with Drive Time: 9 minutes woodlands. This section of road offers County: Johnston 42

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The Scots-Welsh Heritage Byway travels snaking through beautiful forests as well as through Orange County along trade rustic homesteads that have log cabins and roads used by American Indians and early historic farms. Some of the farms, such as backcountry the Finebar pioneers. Farm, are still The king of in use today. England gave After crossing much of the Dodson land along Crossroads, this byway to Arthur Minnis 18th century Road becomes Scotch-Welsh paved again. settlers. On the left Generation side of the after NCDOT road, notice Maple View Farm generation the pole barn has lived and farmed this land, each and the “Sunflower School.” leaving its own mark, making this byway a Shortly afterwards, turn left on unique journey through American history. Orange Grove Road (S.R. 1006). After To begin the byway from I-40, take about one mile, Kirk’s Dairy and Exit 261 (Hillsborough) onto Old N.C. farms will be on the right, followed by an 86. Head south on Old N.C. 86 away from active livestock show a little further down. Hillsborough. Old N.C. 86 appears on Another mile down the road, the Cane colonial maps dating back to 1770. Not far Creek Baptist Church Cemetery is on the down the road is a scenic vista of farmland right. This mid-1800s cemetery is home to known as Currie Hill, where the elevation several Civil War soldiers’ graves. goes from about 500 to more than 800 Turn left onto Dairyland Road (S.R. feet above sea level. The hills form a 1104). Originally a part of an American horseshoe-shaped valley near a tributary Indian trading path, Dairyland Road has of New Hope Creek. remained an important route through Crossing over New Hope Creek, turn the years. The road passes weathered right on Arthur Minnis Road (S.R. farmhouses like the one nicknamed 1129). Pass Union Grove Church Road “Old Stagecoach.” (S.R. 1111) and cross over New Hope At the corner of Dairyland Road and Creek two more times. After passing Rocky Ridge Road is the Maple View Rocky Ridge Road (S.R. 1113), Arthur Country Store. The store, which is known Minnis Road becomes a gravel road for its homemade ice cream, is a local

115 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Hillsbrough favorite. Views of the historic Nutter Farm can be enjoyed from the store’s front porch. Continue following the byway by turning onto Rocky Ridge Road through the Orange County countryside. Duke Forest 40 Turn right onto Arthur Minnis Road and left onto Old N.C. 86, which leads 6 8 to I-40 and the end of the byway. S tee . p B C Three miles past I-40 on Old N.C. 86 is ot . tom Br N the town of Hillsborough. Founded in an ch N Hope d ew C l 1754, Hillsborough is a small town with reek O charming brick buildings and a clock that oad e R the king of England gave to the town in ov r the 1760s. Both the Colonial Heritage G

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routes Blue-Gray Scenic Byway 120 Meteor Lakes Byway 124 Green Swamp Byway 126 Brunswick Town Road 128 Cape Fear Historic Byway 130 Lafayette’s Tour 134 Tar Heel Trace 139 Edenton-Windsor Loop 141 Perquimans Crossing 144 Pamlico Scenic Byway 146 Alligator River Route 150 Roanoke Voyages Corridor 153 Outer Banks Scenic Byway 155

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The Blue-Gray Scenic Byway reflects from the rear because of a flood. The the significant impact the Civil War, which Confederates were able to escape after was fought between 1861–65, had their defeat. on . In the community of Bentonville, The byway’s one-half western mile farther, terminus is Confederate located near forces kept Smithfield, naval stores of the Johnston tar, pitch and County seat. turpentine, From I-95, which they take Exit 90 burned onto U.S. after their 701 East. retreat from Immediately Bentonville. N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism after turning Reenactment at the From onto U.S. 701, turn left onto Devil’s Bentonville, continue 1.5 miles and Racetrack Road (S.R. 1009), which veer left at the fork in the road. parallels the and Hannah’s Proceed an additional mile to Harper Creek. Local legend says people traveling House Road (S.R. 1008). Turn right this road could once hear the footsteps and follow the road for three miles of a horse carrying the devil as he rode to reach the through the area; however, no one has State Historic Site. This 1865 Civil War ever seen the horse or its rider. battle slowed Sherman’s march through Follow the course of the Neuse the state and was the bloodiest battle ever River to the left and Hannah’s Creek to fought on North Carolina soil with nearly the right for the next 8.5 miles before 5,000 total casualties. Reenactments of finally crossing Hannah’s Creek. The this historic battle are held each March. road continues over Civil War battle sites, Reminders of this battle may be found on noted on the many historic markers along both sides of the road. The Harper House both sides of the road. About one mile was used as a Union field hospital and is after crossing Hannah’s Creek, the byway included in the site’s tour. crosses Mill Creek where Confederate Gen. After visiting the battlefield, backtrack Joseph E. Johnston’s troops were prevented three miles to Harper House Road from attacking Union troops under the and turn onto the third road to the command of Gen. William T. Sherman right, St. John’s Church Road (S.R.

120 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 1196). Follow this road three miles when a fault shifted thousands of years into Wayne County, where the road ago. Over time, erosion exposed the multi- name changes to Bentonville Road (S.R. colored sedimentary layers in a formation 1205). At the stop sign, turn left and that enables laurel and other mountain travel north on U.S. 13 alongside Falling plants to grow here. Nature trails and a Creek. After four miles, turn right onto museum are available to park visitors. Grantham School Road (S.R. 1006) Travel south along N.C. 111 and in Grantham, which is located between turn left onto Indian Springs Road Falling Creek and the Neuse River. This (S.R. 1744) to continue on the byway. community was settled in the 18th century. Follow Indian Springs Road and turn Follow Grantham School Road left onto N.C. 55. One-half mile down three miles then turn left onto N.C. 55, turn left again onto Spring O’Berry Road (S.R. 1120). Follow this Street (S.R. 1739). road about 7.5 miles and cross U.S. This well-groomed gravel road takes 117. Continue into the community motorists by the Seven Springs Hotel, of Dudley, settled in 1837 and named above the Neuse River. Now a privately for Gov. E.B. Dudley. At this point, the owned residence, this hotel was named road name changes to Sleepy Creek for the surrounding mineral springs and Road (S.R. 1120). Dudley is located was once the site of a Victorian resort about 10 miles south of Goldsboro, the that operated between 1881 and 1944. Wayne County seat and home of Seymour From Spring Street, turn left onto Main Johnson Air Force Base. Street (S.R. 1731) toward the Neuse About 2.5 miles east of Dudley, turn River. A state Civil War marker denotes right onto Eagles Nest Road (S.R. 1933) the site where the Confederate ironclad, and follow it for about three miles. the C.S.S. Neuse, was built. This was also Cross over Sleepy Creek, which received the site of an early Civil War skirmish, the its name from the Saponi Indians, who Battle of Whitehall, where Union troops thought the waters had medicinal qualities damaged the Neuse, which is now housed because they would drink the water and in Kinston. Seven Springs was originally fall asleep on the banks of the creek. Turn named Whitehall after the plantation built left onto Indian Springs Road (S.R. by William Whitefield, a prominent pre- 1744) and continue nearly four miles Revolutionary War settler, in 1741. to N.C. 111. The rich farmlands in this Continue to the right on Main area are part of the Neuse River Basin. Street (S.R. 1731) in Seven Springs, The fertile soil is the result of thousands of climb the short hill and turn left onto years of flooding and changing patterns of N.C. 55. Follow N.C. 55 for 4.7 miles the river and creeks that feed nearby. Take into Lenoir County. In Strabane, named N.C. 111 North one-half mile to Cliffs for an early Irish settler, turn right after of the Neuse State Park. the mill onto Smith Grady Road (S.R. The park features cliffs that rise 90 feet 1152) and follow for 3.5 miles. As the from the Neuse River and were formed road makes an elbow turn to the left,

121 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP stay right on Old Pink Hill Road (S.R. miles to the Trent River and another 1111). Look to the right for the three miles into Trenton along N.C. 58. 180-acre Tulls Mill Pond, formed in 1875 Trenton, the Jones County seat, was at the head of established as Trent Southwest Creek. Courthouse in 1779 Turn left onto and named for the Lidell Road (S.R. river, which itself was 1143), toward the named for the Trent farming community River in England. of Deep Run, which By 1784, the name was established Trenton was adopted. in the 1880s with The route ends near the opening of a the mill and pond turpentine distillery. It on the south end of was originally called town at Mayfield Red Town because the Road (S.R. 1165). community’s houses Nearby places of were painted red. Deep interest include New Run is nine miles south Bern and the beaches of Kinston, the Lenoir of the . N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism County seat. Harper House New Bern, the colonial Continue straight for two miles from Deep Run as the road name changes to John Green Smith Road 70 301 (S.R. 1141). Turn right onto Big Oak Road (S.R. 1138). Travel one-half mile, Smithfield 95 Waynesborough State Park then turn left on Sandy Fountain Road 69 40 117 (S.R. 1137). Continue one mile and stop Ne 13 us 95 e at U.S. 258, cross the road diagonally, Benson 1009 Riv er 75 Goldsboro 701 258 and continue on Lightwood Knot 1008 74 Cliffs of 58 Road (S.R. 1925) nearly five miles. The 301 70 Bentonville 70 the Neuse 13 State Park land to the south between Deep Run and 1196 1205 72 1006 Dudley 73 this point is part of the upland swamps 1120 1731 Kinston 1120 Seven 17 Newton Grove 1933 1744 71 of the Bearwell Pocosin. Possibly named 55 1739 Springs for Thomas Burwell, who lived in the area 13 1152 70 1925 Mount 55 1111 1141 about 1750, the Bearwell Pocosin empties Spivey’s 40 701 117 Olive 1143 into the Trent River south of here. Corner 111 1922 41 Deep 1138 58 Turn left on Vine Swamp Road (S.R. Run 11 1137 Trenton New 1922) and make a right on N.C. 58, one Bern 258 41 1156 17 third of a mile later before crossing 58 into Jones County. From here, it is nine

122 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 58 and state capital from 1746–1792, is 25 miles northeast of Trenton. About 35 miles southwest of Trenton are and beach recreation areas. Follow N.C. 58 East for an interesting alternative to U.S. 70 en route to Emerald Isle, Atlantic Beach and Beaufort. Length: 82 miles Drive Time: Two hours Counties: Jones, Lenoir, Johnston and Wayne

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123 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS58 MAP Meteor Lakes By way

The Meteor Lakes Byway showcases decomposed organic material over the North Carolina’s fertile farmlands. years to create the fertile farmlands along Beginning in Elizabethtown, the this route. With the exception of Lake Bladen County Waccamaw, seat, travel each is located north on N.C. in the Bladen 242 from N.C. Lakes State 53. The county Forest. was named for From Martin Bladen, Jones Lake the state State Park, commissioner the byway of trade and Committee Beautification 242 Highway of courtesy Photo passes Mural in downtown Salemburg plantations from through 1717 to 1746. Elizabethtown, settled the Turnbull Creek Valley. The fields in 1773 and possibly named for Queen to the right are part of the Big Colly and Elizabeth I, was the site of the 1781 Cypress Creek bays. On the short drive Revolutionary War Battle of Elizabethtown, through Cumberland County, founded where Whigs broke the Tories’ (colonials in 1754, notice the Big White Pocosin to devoted to England) power by driving the left. It was named for the Duke of them into a ravine, now known as Tory Cumberland, a son of British King George Hole, along the Cape Fear River. II, who was successful at the Battle of Just outside Elizabethtown, cross Culloden. Ironically, the area was settled by the Cape Fear River and enter the Scottish Highlanders, the people defeated Bladen Lakes State Forest. About four by the Duke of Cumberland. At the miles north of the river is Jones Lake, the Cumberland/Sampson County line, closest of the meteor lakes to N.C. 242. cross the South River and continue Originally named Woodward in 1734 for a to Roseboro. local justice of the peace, the lake’s name Sampson County was named for was changed later to Jones in honor of a John Sampson, a member of the House prominent local landowner. of Commons under North Carolina’s Jones Lake, as well as White Lake, royal governors. Roseboro was originally and , established in 1839 as Owensville. In are known as meteor lakes or Carolina 1891, the name was changed to honor bays. These oval depressions are believed George Rose, chief counsel for the Cape to have been formed by ancient meteor Fear and Yadkin Valley Railroad. North of showers. They have gathered water and Roseboro, cross Little Coharie Creek

124 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP and travel to Salemburg. The town the home of the annual Hollerin’ Contest. was founded in 1874 and named for From Spivey’s Corner, travel U.S. 421 North Salem Academy, located in the town. The to I-95 in Dunn. The Averasboro Battlefield school was the forerunner of the North Scenic Byway (pg. 112) is located nearby. Carolina Justice Academy where state law Length: 39 miles enforcement officers obtain advanced Drive Time: 45 minutes education. A mural depicting the heritage Counties: Bladen, of the area is displayed in town. Cumberland and Sampson The byway ends at the junction of N.C. 242 and U.S. 421, four miles south of Spivey’s Corner in Sampson County. Located at the headwaters of Little Coharie Creek, Spivey’s Corner is well known as

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125 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Green Swamp By way

Begin following the Green Swamp miles southwest of the county line. Byway at its southern end, one-half The byway passes near Lake mile north of Supply in Brunswick Waccamaw State Park near Bolton in County on N.C. Columbus 211 North. At County. Lake more than 140 Waccamaw, square miles, like other Green Swamp nearby lakes, is composed of was formed by peat and muck ancient meteor timberland showers. The because it has park offers an little surface abundance of water and recreational

extensive tree NCDOT opportunities farms. In 1795, Green Swamp and is an easy the state of North Carolina granted more side trip. (For more information on North than 170,000 acres of this land to three Carolina’s meteor lakes turn to the Meteor businessmen who used the swamp for Lakes Byway on pg. 124.) The Green cutting lumber and peat. Swamp drains into Lake Waccamaw, An isolated community named Crusoe which was named around 1733 for a local Island is located on the edge of the vast American Indian tribe. Columbus County is swamp. Political refugees from French Haiti named in honor of Christopher Columbus. founded Crusoe Island in 1806. Today, the After passing Lake Waccamaw, swamplands are owned by several large continue to Bolton. Settled in 1889, pulp and paper companies. Bolton was named for a lumber company Traveling north from Supply on N.C. that once operated in the area. Farther 211, cross the Royal Oak Swamp after north on N.C. 211 the byway passes two miles. Royal Oak Swamp is fed through the Friar Swamp, which feeds by the Green Swamp and flows into into Lake Waccamaw. Continue into the Lockwoods Folly River. From the Bladen County through large pine intersection of N.C. 211 and Little forests, planted for pulp and paper use, Macedonia Road (S.R. 1343/1448), toward Bladenboro. About three drive through Green Swamp for miles north of the county line, the the next 23 miles to Bolton. At the road turns and parallels the CSX Brunswick/Columbus County line, cross railroad line. Clear Branch Creek. Crusoe Island lies 15 From here, it is 12 miles to Clarkton,

126 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP a community incorporated in 1901, which has also been called Brown Marsh Station and . The byway ends at the intersection of N.C. 211 and N.C. 242 east of Bladenboro, eight miles northwest of Clarkton. Length: 53 miles Drive Time: One hour Counties: Brunswick, Columbus and Bladen

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127 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Brunswick town Road

Brunswick Town Road may be one of Town State Historic Site, where the the state’s shortest scenic byways, but it is byway ends. Settled in 1725, the town rich in history. The byway begins at the was named for King George I, the Duke intersection of of Brunswick N.C. 133 and and Lunenburg. Plantation In addition to Road (S.R. being one of 1529) near North Carolina’s Southport primary colonial and follows ports, it was Plantation home to Govs. Road toward Arthur Dobbs the Brunswick and Benjamin Town State Smith and was Historic Site. the county seat NCDOT NCDOT Shortly Orton Plantation from 1764 to before the byway begins, N.C. 133 1779. St. Philips Anglican Church was built crosses Allen Creek, once known as here in 1751. Its ruins are surrounded by Lilliput Creek for the plantation at its the Civil War bunkers of Fort . headwaters. Granted to Eleazar Allen in Brunswick Town, in ruins since 1830, 1725, Lilliput Plantation was named for has a long history — from attacks by the the imaginary country in Gulliver’s Travels. Spanish in 1748, to Revolutionary and Civil Allen Creek joins the Cape Fear River War battles. Resistance to the Stamp Act near Orton Plantation. occurred in 1765 at the Russelborough Orton Plantation, built around 1725 House, the ruins of which are located by Roger Moore, overlooks the river on north of the Brunswick Town Site. Orton Point. It was later owned by Royal Fort Anderson was built here during Gov. Benjamin Smith, who is buried nearby the Civil War to help protect the port of at St. Philips Anglican Church. Admission Wilmington. The fort was evacuated in is required for tours of the privately 1865 after a devastating Union attack that owned plantation. led to the fall of Wilmington. Another The byway passes Orton Pond, an battery, Fort Lamb, was located just south artificial pond built in 1810. can on Price’s Creek. sometimes be seen sunbathing near the For additional travels, continue south road at this point. on N.C. 133 to the town of Southport, Turn left onto Road named for its location as the state’s (S.R. 1533) and follow it to Brunswick southernmost port at the mouth of the

128 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Cape Fear River. Southport was built in A state ferry runs from Southport 1748 as part of Fort Johnston, named across the river to . Now a state for Colonial Gov. Gabriel Johnston. historic site, Fort Fisher protected the river The fort, which burned in 1775, was during the Civil War and was the site of rebuilt around 1800 and later used by the largest land and sea assault by U.S. the Confederate Army, though only the forces prior to D-Day in World War II. A officers’ quarters remain. museum, as well as one of North Carolina’s The Cape Fear River’s headwaters are three aquariums, is located at the Fort located in the Piedmont region of the Fisher State Recreation Area. state. The river was discovered in 1524 by Length: Three miles Giovanni da Verrazzano. It has had several Drive Time: 10 minutes names, but “Cape Fear” became the final County: Brunswick designation because the southern tip of Smith Island (now Bald Head Island), at the river’s mouth, was the site of many narrow escapes from navigational mishaps.

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The Cape Fear Historic Byway in Fear River. Driving south on North downtown Wilmington guides motorists Third Street, the byway first passes the through one of the most scenic urban site of the planned 1898 Memorial Park, areas in the which will bear nation as witness to it travels racial violence beside the that occurred tranquil near this Cape Fear location on River, along Nov. 10, 1898, thriving an important colonial-era event in streets and Wilmington’s through history. The the majestic NCDOT byway will Tourists enjoy downtown Wilmington Greenfield turn right on Park and Gardens. North Front Street, where motorists Known as the Port City, Wilmington are greeted with a sweeping view of the was incorporated in 1739 and sits on a Cape Fear River. peninsula between the Cape Fear River Turn right onto Red Cross Street, and Atlantic Ocean. The city contains which becomes North Water Street, North Carolina’s richest collection of which then changes to South Water 19th century urban architecture and Street after passing Market Street. still maintains the original grid pattern The waterfront area features the federal finalized in 1743. Wilmington was courthouse; Wilmington’s Riverwalk, a built, for the most part, by commission well-maintained pedestrian promenade merchants and prosperous businessmen that extends the length of Water Street; who indulged themselves in the and many unique shops and restaurants. extravagances of the culture of the late The U.S.S. North Carolina, which played 1800s. Today, the city is home to about a major role in a number of Pacific 100,000 people and is the largest city on Ocean battles during World War II, rests North Carolina’s coast. just across the river. The ship, now a The byway begins at the state historic site, offers tours for a fee. intersection of U.S. 74/N.C. 133 At the entrance to ’s (Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway) and Wharf, a colonial seaport-turned- North Third Street, adjacent to the shopping area featuring oyster shell Isabel Holmes Bridge over the Cape streets, turn left onto Ann Street

130 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP and follow it for one block, then By briefly turning right off the byway turn right onto South Front Street. onto Market Street, motorists can visit This residential avenue features some Bellamy Mansion, First Baptist Church, of the city’s most exclusive homes. Turn the Kenan Memorial Fountain and both left onto Castle Street and then the Sen. George Davis and Cornelius again onto South Fifth Street. These Harnett monuments. Continue along two streets comprise the heart of the Third Street, which changes from Wilmington National Register Historic South to North at Market Street, District, an antique district that once was back to U.S. 74/N.C. 133, where the the home for workers at the city seaport. byway ends. At the end of South Fifth Street, Length: Eight miles the byway enters Greenfield Drive Time: 40 minutes Park and Gardens. This scenic park County: New Hanover surrounding Lake Greenfield is home to a wide variety of trees and plant life. While in the park, the byway passes the world’s largest Rotary Club International sign and the Greenfield Lake Park Ampitheatre, which hosts summertime Shakespeare performances. Continue following East Lake Shore Drive around the lake for 2.5 miles. The road name then changes to West Lake Shore Drive. Follow for 1.3 miles before briefly turning right onto U.S. 421 North and then right onto Willard Street. Follow Willard Street two blocks before turning left onto South Fifth Street, passing again through the historic district. Continue nearly a mile before turning left onto Castle Street. Two blocks later, turn right onto South Third Street. This stretch of roadway is home to the city’s government buildings as well as many historic churches. Also along this section is the Thalian Hall Performing Arts Center. The Soliders of the Confederacy Monument is located at the intersection of South Third Street and Dock Street.

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133 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Lafayette’s tour

The Lafayette’s Tour byway takes Street), turn left onto U.S. 401. motorists through several of the Warrenton, named for Joseph Warren, communities that French Gen. Marquis de a soldier killed at the Battle of Bunker Hill, Lafayette visited is the Warren on his 1825 tour County seat. of the United Enjoy views States. The city of historic of Fayetteville, antebellum in southeastern houses while North Carolina, driving through was named for the town or this famous take a pleasant Revolutionary stroll on the War hero. courthouse The byway’s grounds. Gen. N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism western end is Owens House in Historic Halifax Lafayette stayed located in one of North Carolina’s richest at a plantation south of town between his historical areas. Note that North Carolina’s speeches in Halifax and Raleigh. early development was not limited by Warrenton has been home to political boundaries, as explorers and many famous people such as journalist settlers from Virginia and North Carolina Horace Greeley and John A. Hyman, crossed the present state line to share North Carolina’s first African-American culture and trade. In many cases, this part congressman, as well as the of North Carolina and the southern part brothers, who were both politicians and of Virginia are nearly identical in economy, soldiers. One block later, turn right architecture and regional dialect. at the courthouse onto N.C. 43/58 To access the byway, travel U.S. 1 (Macon Street). Follow N.C. 43 when to Henderson, the Vance County seat, the routes split about four miles later take the exit onto Warrenton Road in the Liberia community. Continue on (S.R. 1001), and turn right. The byway N.C. 43 nearly 11 miles across rolling begins here and travels 11 miles to hills to Essex. Incorporated in 1891, Warrenton. Although the state road Essex was the center of a free African- number remains 1001, the road name American settlement prior to the Civil changes to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. War. Descendants of some of the original Boulevard at the Warren County line. At families live here today. the intersection of Dr. Martin Luther Past Essex, make a sharp left turn King Jr. Boulevard and U.S. 401 (Main onto N.C. 561 East and follow it for

134 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP seven miles to the community of Assembly. Laid out in 1757, Halifax was Brinkleyville. Outdoor enthusiasts may named for the Second Earl of Halifax want to visit nearby Medoc Mountain George Montague, who helped expand State Park by turning right onto N.C. 4/48 colonial commerce while serving as and following the signs. Sidney Weller the president of the Board of Trade named Medoc Mountain, a high hill on and Plantations. The Halifax Resolves Little Fishing Creek, for the vineyard he were signed here in 1776 as one of established there in the late 1800s. He the first actions taken by a colony for introduced America to a system of grape independence, and Lafayette spoke in this culture and named his vineyard after the town on Feb. 27, 1825. Several historic wine-producing area of Medoc, France. buildings are part of the tour in Halifax. Medoc Mountain is an elongated ridge, Leaving Halifax, backtrack south the remnant of an ancient granite core along U.S. 301/N.C. 125/903 for of a mountain range formed in the about three miles and turn left onto Paleozoic Era. N.C. 125/903. Travel 4.5 miles to the Continue along N.C. 561 East for community of Crowells Crossroads, nine miles, crossing I-95 near the settled by Edward and Joseph Crowell community of Beaverdam located in 1730. Stories say these men, relatives on the Beaverdam Swamp. From of Oliver Cromwell, escaped during the Beaverdam, settled in 1770, travel 7.5 English Reformation by dropping the letter miles to U.S. 301 Business. Turn left m from their names. onto U.S. 301 Business to venture into Follow N.C. 125/903 for another 10 Halifax, a half mile north. miles to Scotland Neck. Scotland Neck Now a state historic site, Halifax was first settled by Scotsmen in 1722. was once the colonial seat of the State From the intersection of N.C. 125/903

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125 135 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP and U.S. 258 in downtown Scotland to the north of Main Street. Gen. Lafayette Neck, turn left and follow U.S. 258 stayed in Murfreesboro on Feb. 26, 1825. North six miles to the . Famous former citizens include Dr. Walter Commissioned in 1864, the C.S.S. Ram Reed, former head of the U.S. Yellow Fever Albemarle was built near here and Commission in Cuba and the doctor who outfitted in Halifax with machinery discovered a cure for the disease; Richard and guns. An early trade route, the J. Gatling, who invented the gatling gun Roanoke River Valley is home to many and several agricultural tools; and John W. colonial plantations. Wheeler, minister to Nicaragua and state Continue on U.S. 258/N.C. 561 over treasurer during the mid-1800s. the Roanoke River and then for 6.5 In town, turn right on U.S. 158 miles to Rich Square, which was settled Business (Main Street) and follow by Virginia Quakers in 1750 and named to the U.S. 258/N.C. 11 stoplight. for its fertile soil. From Rich Square, Turn onto U.S. 258 North, cross the follow N.C. 561 nearly 11 miles through Meherrin River and continue nearly Eagletown, an early Quaker settlement, to three miles to Barrets Crossroads. St. John, which was settled around 1722 At the crossroads, turn left onto and was originally named Douglas Ordinary Statesville Road (S.R. 1310). Four miles after a local tavern. later, turn right onto Foushee Railey At the large white church in St. Road (S.R. 1315) and right again two John, turn left onto Menola-John miles later onto Buckhorn Church Road Road (S.R. 1141) and then turn right (S.R. 1316) in the Britts Store community. 1.5 miles later onto Flea Hill Road Follow Buckhorn Church Road two (S.R. 1142) after crossing through miles into the community of Como. Cutawhiskie Swamp. The Cutawhiskie (see inset) Swamp and the Potecasi Creek, located VA e 258 W M her three miles farther north, flow into the NC rin 32 V River Como 13 Easons Chowan River basin to the east. Turn Roanoke 37 Murfreesboro Crossroads Lynch’s 17 Rapids 158 Corner right after nearly three miles onto 158 158 1403 Morgan’s Corner Woodland Road (S.R. 1160), which 903 137 11 1400 Great becomes Benthall Bridge Road after 301 Winton 81 Dismal 17 St. Gatesville Swamp 158 crossing Potecasi Creek. Follow this 258 37 95 Halifax John 78 158 road into Murfreesboro. Ahoskie Elizabeth 561 City Settled in the early 1700s, 561 561 37

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136 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Named for Lake Como, Italy, the town Turn left onto Parker Ferry Road was established in 1883. Turn right onto (S.R. 1306) and travel one mile south U.S. 258. Look closely for old plantation through the Union Camp Paper Co.’s pulp homes while traveling south along this forest to the Parkers Island Cable Ferry, short stretch. one of the last two-car ferries operating in Inset the state. VA NOTE: Recreational vehicles are too Britts Store

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137 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Brown founded Chowan Academy, unclear, in 1728, Col. William II was one of the earliest schools for African- one of the first people to survey the North Americans, here in 1886. The Chowan Carolina/Virginia state line through the River, named for swamp and provide the Chowanoc an extensive Indians, was description of explored around the area. George 1585 by Ralph Washington Lane and again in surveyed this area 1622 by explorers in 1763 for a from Jamestown. to drain part of

It was a major NCDOT the swamp for trade access route Parkers Island Cable Ferry lumbering. for residents of the northeastern corner of The byway ends 16 miles later in the state. the Pasquotank County community of Cross into Gates County and Lynch’s Corner at the intersection of continue three miles before turning Lynch’s Corner Road (S.R. 1356) and right on N.C. 137 East to Gatesville. U.S. 158. This intersection is four miles Settled in the 1700s, Gatesville was first west of the Morgan’s Corner community called Bennetts Creek Landing when and U.S. 17. A Civil War battle was held it became the county seat in 1779. at the Great locks From Gatesville, follow N.C. 37 South at nearby South Mills when Confederate for three miles before turning left forces were prevented from blowing up onto Mill Pond Road (S.R. 1400). the locks to keep Union supplies from Follow this road north to Merchants coming down the canal. Millpond State Park. To continue on From Morgan’s Corner, it is a short the byway, veer right onto Pond Road drive to the North Carolina Outer Banks. (S.R. 1403) and travel to the Easons For more information about this area and Crossroads community. the Outer Banks, visit the N.C. Welcome Turn right onto U.S. 158 along Center on U.S. 17, just three miles south Lassiter Swamp that feeds Merchants of the Virginia border. Millpond into the . Length: 173 miles Thought to be more than 9,000 years old, Drive Time: Four hours the Great Dismal Swamp has decreased Counties: Vance, Warren, Halifax, in size since the arrival of Europeans Northampton, because of drainage and logging. This Hertford, Gates forested wetland was shown on maps as and Pasquotank early as 1647 and is a 210,000-acre area Note: Recreational vehicles are of marsh, lake and cypress swamp. It was not permitted on the cable ferry and will need to follow an first named the Dismal Swamp in 1715. alternate route. While the origin of the swamp’s name is

138 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Tar heel trace

The Tar Heel Trace byway winds Hickory Grove and Toisnot Depot merged through North Carolina’s Coastal Plain from in 1849 as a result of the construction Wilson to Williamston and takes its name of a new rail line. The new town was from the pine named for Louis tar industry that D. Wilson, a state once thrived in senator and early this portion of the advocate of the state. “Tar Heel” public school is the nickname movement. Wilson given to the state’s was killed during residents by British the Mexican War Lt. Gen. Lord of 1846–48.

William Cornwallis’ N.C. Department Agriculture of The byway Soybean fields are common along this byway troops after they begins in the midst emerged from the nearby Tar River with tar of the Toisnot Swamp, some of which has stuck to their boots. Another story says the been filled for development. Travel nine ground alongside many of the state’s river miles from the byway’s beginning fronts was covered with tar that spilled to the Wilson/Edgecombe County from rafts bringing the product to market. line. Pass through the communities of Pine trees are found in great quantities Wilbanks and Bridgesville, both of which across North Carolina, particularly in the were established at the turn of the century. coastal plain. Early residents found that Shortly after crossing the county line, it was simple to cut these trees and pile turn right onto N.C. 124. the light or fat wood into piles and cover Follow N.C. 124 for 3.5 miles to them with soil after setting them on fire. the town of Macclesfield. Incorporated The piles, called tar kilns, were then left in 1901, Macclesfield was named for to smolder causing the pine resin to run the town in England from which the out as a dark tar. Tar was used extensively ancestors of the town’s founder had in the shipping industry. The tar was come. Leaving town, cross Bynum Mill distilled into turpentine and was used to Creek and continue east for 5.5 miles waterproof rope and wood in the form of crossing U.S. 258 before reaching the either pitch or tar. intersection of N.C. 124 and N.C. 42. The byway’s western terminus Turn right onto N.C. 42 and follow is the U.S. 301/N.C. 42 interchange two miles to Old Sparta, established in east of Wilson in Wilson County. From 1830 and incorporated in 1876. Cross the here, travel east along N.C. 42. Wilson Tar River immediately after passing was formed in 1849 when the towns of through Old Sparta. Legend has it that

139 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP the river was named for the tar produced County, where the route ends. Along in the counties through which it flowed, this portion of the route, notice the while others suggest that the river’s name numerous peanut sheds and silos. Peanuts is derived from a American Indian word. are this region’s main crop. Continue on N.C. 42 for almost six Williamston, named in honor of miles passing by vast farms to the town Col. William Williams who fought in of Conetoe, (pronounced Cuh-knee-ta), the Revolutionary War, is located on the incorporated in 1887 and named for the Roanoke River and is the Martin County nearby Conetoe Creek. Continue on N.C. seat. Settled in 1779, the town originally 42, cross U.S. 64, and travel eight miles was called Skewarky for the plantation on to the Edgecombe/Martin County line. which it was built. From Williamston, it Many of the vast fields the byway passes is 14 miles to Windsor on U.S. 17 North produce soybeans and peanuts. where the Edenton-Windsor Loop Scenic Continue another 2.5 miles to the Byway (pg. 141) begins or 23 miles to N.C. 42/142 intersection with N.C. 11. Washington along U.S. 64 East to the Go straight at the stop sign to follow western terminus of the Pamlico Scenic N.C. 142 for 2.5 miles to the community Byway (pg. 146). of Hassell. Hassell, settled in 1878, was Length: 53 miles known as Dogville Crossroads until 1903. Drive Time: One hour Continue on N.C. 142 through Hassell Counties: Wilson, Edgecombe 3.5 miles to the intersection of N.C. 142 and Martin and N.C. 125. From Hassell to Williamston, the road crosses land drained by the Conoho Creek, a tributary of the Roanoke River located to the north. Turn right at the stop sign onto N.C. 125 and continue for nine miles to the Williamston city limits in Martin

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140 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP edenton-windsor loop

The Edenton-Windsor Loop is a learn more about the history of the area, figure-eight loop that begins and ends visit the Historic Edenton State Historic Site. in Edenton, the Chowan County seat. Tours begin at the Barker House on the Beginning at the waterfront in Historic intersection of N.C. Edenton. 32 (North Broad At the Street) and U.S. intersection of 17 Business (West U.S. 17 and U.S. 17 Queen Street), follow Business, turn left U.S. 17 Business onto U.S. 17 South South across and follow one mile Pembroke Creek, one to the Chowan River, of the two creeks that named around 1657 forms Edenton Bay. for a local tribe of Settled around Algonquin Indians. 1685, Edenton was The Chowan River is laid out in 1712 nearly two miles wide and incorporated in at this point. N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism 1722. It was named Cupola House in Historic Edenton While crossing for provincial Gov. the bridge, if the Charles Eden. Visitors will notice numerous water is low enough, travelers may notice historical markers identifying the town’s regularly placed poles in the water near Revolutionary War leaders, as well as the shoreline, which were used during the signers of the Declaration of Independence. early seine fishing industry. Just after the Edenton was one of the most bridge, pass through Edenhouse. This prosperous ports on the trade route in community was the home of governors the 18th and 19th centuries. The pirate Charles Eden and Gabriel Johnston and made numerous stops here. was founded around 1671. Continue Some of North Carolina’s best public and another five miles to the intersection private architecture also may be seen in with N.C. 45 and turn left. town including the Cupola House, built After three miles, turn right onto in 1757 and considered the south’s finest Sans Souci/Woodard Road (S.R. 1500). example of Jacobean architecture. Sans Souci is French for “without care or Boston was not the only Revolutionary worry” and was the name of a plantation War city to host a “tea party.” Penelope located nearby. After crossing N.C. 308, Barker and several other ladies in town continue on Sans Souci/Woodard held their own such “party” in 1774. To Road nearly two miles. Automobiles

141 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP may cross the Cashie River on the Sans century residential architecture. Cross the Souci Cable Ferry, one of the last two-car, Cashie River and follow U.S. 17/N.C. cable-operated ferries in the state. NOTE: 308 for the next 1.5 miles before Since this ferry cannot accommodate turning right to stay on N.C. 308. larger vehicles, recreational vehicles should Continue along N.C. 308 for the next not follow this leg of the route. Instead, 11 miles as the byway again parallels backtrack to N.C. 308, turn left and travel the Cashie River. to Windsor. At the stop sign, turn right and The community of Sans Souci is just follow N.C. 45/308 across the Three across the Cashie River, which is one of Rivers Bridge, which is located at the the few rivers in the nation with its mouth of Bachelor Bay at the confluence complete course in one county. Travel of the Cashie, Middle and Roanoke rivers. nearly four miles to the community of Bachelor Bay forms the head of the Woodard, and then seven miles to the and was the site of a U.S. 13/17 intersection. Civil War battle won by Confederate forces Turn right onto U.S. 13/17 North in 1864. and follow it for almost 1.5 miles Continue on N.C. 308 another seven before bearing right, then turning left miles through Mackeys (known locally onto U.S. 13 Business North (South as Mackeys Ferry). This community Granville Street) into Windsor. Named was originally the southern terminal of for Windsor Castle in England, Windsor the Albemarle Sound ferry, which once was settled in 1722 and is the Bertie operated where the railroad now crosses County seat. It was the site of Gray’s the sound. The earliest recorded ferry at Landing, a colonial trading point. Prior to this location was known as T. ’s Ferry the Civil War, Windsor was a major U.S. in 1733. Settled in 1765, Mackeys was port of entry and business center on the named for Col. William Mackey, a local road to Halifax. The main streets in town landowner who bought the ferry from Bell are King, York and Queen, with the cross in 1735. streets named for the Lords Proprietors. Turn left onto N.C. 32, and pass Northwest of town is Hope Plantation, Rehoboth Church built by slaves in the home of Gov. David Stone. Built circa 1853 and located near the Skinnersville 1800, it is an impressive example of federal community. This chapel is built on the site architecture. Admission is charged to this of an earlier colonial Anglican church and privately owned home in the National is also listed in the National Register of Register of Historic Places. Historic Places. South Granville Street becomes The byway then joins with N.C. Granville Street at the intersection of 94 and crosses the Albemarle Sound. U.S. 13 Business and N.C. 308. Turn Europeans explored the Albemarle Sound right onto N.C. 308 (King Street). as early as 1586, when it was called While in town, enjoy views of some of the Sea of Roanoke. Named for George North Carolina’s finest 19th and early 20th Monck, the Duke of Albemarle, most of

142 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP North Carolina’s earliest settlements may Length: 87 miles be found along its shores. Drive Time: Two hours Counties: Bertie, Chowan and One mile after crossing the Washington bridge, turn left onto N.C. 94 (Soundside Road). This six-mile road Note: Recreational vehicles are not permitted on the cable ferry follows a route built by early settlers along and will need to follow an old American Indian trails that ran along alternate route. the shores of the sound. Called Soundside Road for more than 200 years, early plantations were found along its path. 17 Follow this road until it intersects back 13 with N.C. 32. 308 Turn left onto N.C. 32. One mile Windsor Inset later, cross Queen Anne Creek, the 13 second of two creeks that form Edenton 13B Bay. Enter Edenton on East Church 308 C Street, North Carolina’s first provincial a s

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143 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Perquimans crossing

The Perquimans Crossing takes the river and county come from an motorists through some of North Carolina’s Algonquian name, Pequaimings. The oldest inhabited lands. To begin following byway crosses the Perquimans River on the byway at its a unique truss northern terminus, bridge. Crossing travel south the river, the U.S. along U.S. 17 17 Bypass bridge is from Elizabeth on the left. City 14 miles. Settled in Exit onto U.S. the early 1700s, 17 Business Hertford was South to begin named for the following the Marquis of route. Hertford when it Continue was incorporated south on U.S. in 1758. First called 17 Business as Phelps Point for N.C. 37 joins the owner of the the route near town’s site, it was Winfall. Near an early colonial here, the byway port of entry crosses Mill around 1701. The

Creek, which was N.C. & Travel Tourism county courthouse originally known Newbold-White House holds records from as Vosses Creek and was named for the the late 1600s and includes the Durant family who owned the land before 1700. Deed, the oldest deed on record in North By the end of the 19th century, it was Carolina, dated March 1, 1661. Residences called Brights Mill Creek for the local of early political leaders may be found mill owner. near town. Continue south following U.S. Continue straight on Church Street 17 Business around the head of the (S.R. 1336) across Raccoon Creek. This Perquimans River through Hertford, creek was known during colonial times as the Perquimans County seat. The Castleton Creek and was named after early Perquimans River empties into the land owner George Castleton. The water Albemarle Sound about 10 miles southeast it carries from Bear Swamp in the south after crossing the length of the county meets the Perquimans River on the left as that bears its name. Both the names of the byway crosses the bridge one-half mile

144 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP before the route ends at the U.S. 17 Bypass intersection. To see one of the oldest houses in North Carolina, continue along Church Street for about 1.5 miles. The Newbold-White House was built about 1730. Located on land granted to Joseph Scott in 1684, it is now a local historic site with tours available. Length: Three miles Drive Time: 10 minutes County: Perquimans

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145 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP pamlico scenic by way

Beginning at the Washington unique 18th century layout, though few of waterfront, the Pamlico Scenic Byway the original buildings remain due to fires follows the to the during the Civil War. at From the its junction with the intersection of U.S. Sound. The 17 and Main Street Pamlico River begins in Washington, west of Washington at begin following the Beaufort County the byway along line where the Tar the waterfront east River and Tranters on Main Street to Creek meet. Stewart Parkway. Pamlico was the Turn right on name of an American Stewart Parkway Indian tribe that once as it curves lived in the area. The around waterfront river, first explored by warehouses and

Europeans in 1584, NCDOT becomes Water extends 33 miles from St. Thomas Episcopal Church Street. Turn left Washington to the Pamlico Sound, which onto Harvey Street and then turn right is 80 miles long and 15 to 30 miles wide. back onto Main Street and pass the It covers more than 1,800 square miles municipal park on the Pamlico River and has a maximum depth of 21 feet. while continuing east to N.C. 32 on the The Pamlico Sound drains water from the eastern edge of Washington Park. Albemarle Sound along with the Neuse Follow N.C. 32 for 5.5 miles to and Pamlico rivers through the Ocracoke the Broad Creek Bridge and the and Oregon inlets to the Atlantic Ocean. intersection with Harvey Road (S.R. The town of Washington, located 1331). Turn right, and continue at the head of the Pamlico River, was by farmlands four miles to the originally called Forks of the Tar River. intersection with N.C. 92 and U.S. 264 In 1776, the town founder changed in Jessema. Follow N.C. 92 nearly six the name to honor his friend George miles past the entrance to Goose Creek Washington. Therefore, Washington, State Park and into the town of Bath. N.C., has the distinction of being the first Settled in 1690 and incorporated in town in the United States named after 1705, Bath is the oldest incorporated town the legendary George Washington. As the in North Carolina. Virginians and French Beaufort County seat, Washington has a Protestants settled the area around Bath

146 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP when it was called the town of Pamticoe 4.5 miles to the bridge over the (an early version of Pamlico). Located on , which offers an what was called Town Creek and is now impressive view of the waterway for known as Bath Creek, Bath is home to miles to the northeast. the oldest church in North Carolina, St. After N.C. 45 joins the byway, Thomas Church, built in 1734. Royal Gov. continue four miles to Scranton, named Charles Eden had a provincial capital at for a lumber mill owner from Scranton, Pa. Bath while Edward Teach, better known who settled here. Just past Scranton, enjoy as the pirate Blackbeard, is said to have a beautiful stretch of road where drainage made his home on nearby Plum Point. and trees on both sides of the Bath is now a state historic site with several route form a unique and protective seven- restored buildings open to the public. Take mile tunnel with views of vast fields and a walking tour of the town to appreciate tree farms on either side. While passing its 18th century flavor. through the community of Rose Bay, After touring Bath, cross Back Creek travel parallel to the Swan Quarter and continue along N.C. 92 about five National Wildlife Refuge, which covers miles to its intersection with N.C. 306 the Pamlico Sound coast near the town where the road becomes N.C. 99. From of Swan Quarter. here, the road turns north to skirt Jackson Turn right 2.5 miles after Rose Swamp to the northwest and the Pungo Bay onto N.C. 45 and follow it into River to the east. Follow N.C. 99 seven the town of Swan Quarter. Settled miles to the bridge at Pungo Creek. before 1836, this fishing community is The creek and the river both derive their the Hyde County seat. Travel through the names from Machapunga, an American town on N.C. 45 to the Swan Quarter Indian name given to them as early as Ferry Terminal, which carries passengers 1733. From here, travel 3.5 miles to to Ocracoke Island and the Outer Banks the Pantego Creek and Belhaven Scenic Byway (pg. 139). town limits. To continue along the Pamlico At the stoplight in Belhaven, turn Scenic Byway, leave town by way of right to follow U.S. 264 Business Main Street (S.R. 1129), which leads through town. Located on the site of a back to U.S. 264 East. The farms on both American Indian village called , sides of the road are on lands reclaimed Belhaven was settled in 1890 and by draining the surrounding swamps. This incorporated in 1899. The town derives practice, called “swamp busting,” is no its name from the French words belle and longer allowed as these wetlands are now haven — meaning “beautiful harbor”. It is protected for the vital role they serve. a major stopping point for boats traveling Continue east on U.S. 264, but be the Intracoastal Waterway. Join U.S. 264 cautious of the elbow curves before East and continue 5.5 miles to the and after Haw Branch Road (S.R. 1129) Pungo River Bridge at the community near Swindell Fork. At the second curve, of Leechville. Continue another the road begins to follow the southern

147 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP shoreline of Lake Mattamuskeet, a natural of the Wilmington newspaper. NOTE: freshwater lake of about 50,000 acres Engelhard is the last stop for restrooms or discovered in 1585. Its name is derived fuel until Manns Harbor, 40 miles away. from a American Indian word that means Leaving Engelhard, look to the right “moving swamp” or “shallow lake.” This to see the Pamlico Sound. Continue on is appropriate, since the deepest point U.S. 264 through the wetlands and in the lake measures only five feet. Near maritime forests of the Alligator River the community of Lake Comfort is the National Wildlife Refuge. From the Far intersection of U.S. 264 and N.C. 94, the Creek bridge, travel 11.5 miles to the southern terminus of the Alligator River Dare/Hyde County line. Route (pg. 134). Stumpy Point Bay and the fishing From this intersection, travel 8.5 village of Stumpy Point are 13 miles from miles to Lake Landing. This area marks the county line. Founded in 1733, the the state’s largest rural historic district. village is about two miles from U.S. 264. Watch closely for older buildings along this stretch, including the octagonal house 17 d known as the Ink Bottle House. In addition oun rle S Columbia 99 158 to the historical aspects of this section, Albema 98 V Whalebone observe the vast farmlands that attract 64 Frying BODIE

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148 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP The bay was once a lake, but now opens Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. For into the Pamlico Sound. A major portion more historical and recreational attractions, of the commercial fishing fleet that comes visit and the Outer Banks. through Oregon Inlet is based here (the Length: 127 miles rest are based in Wanchese on Roanoke Drive Time: 3 hours Island). The U.S. 64 intersection with U.S. Counties: Beaufort, Hyde 264 is another 13 miles from Stumpy and Dare Point. This intersection of U.S. 64/264 marks the end of this scenic byway. Note the old U.S. Army and Navy bombing ranges nearby along U.S. 264. Also, be sure to watch for red wolves (an endangered species) along the last portion of the route while traveling through the

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149 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP alligator river ROUTE

The Alligator River Route allows Wildlife Refuge borders the lake’s shores motorists to explore some of coastal and provides waterfowl a safe haven. North Carolina’s most rural areas as it Fairfield, located on the north shore travels through of Lake expansive Mattamuskeet, wetlands and was open farmlands. incorporated From the in 1885. It was byway’s named for the southern “fair fields” end, at the of reclaimed intersection of swampland U.S. 264 and located nearby. N.C. 94 in the Five miles Hyde County north of

community NCDOT Fairfield the Lake Mattamuskeet of New byway crosses Holland, follow N.C. 94 North across the Intracoastal Waterway, which Lake Mattamuskeet, a 50,000-acre follows the length of the Eastern Seaboard. natural freshwater lake. Discovered in Construction of the waterway began as 1585, this lake is the largest natural lake early as 1856 and was completed during in North Carolina. Its name is derived from the 1940s. the American Indian word for “moving Just north of the Intracoastal swamp” or “shallow lake,” which is Waterway, the byway crosses the appropriate given its maximum depth of Alligator River into Tyrrell County. only five feet. Seven miles west of this point is Alligator Attempts have been made over Lake, known locally as New Lake. Named the years to drain the lake to create around 1624, the lake covers 3.5 square farmlands, but they have failed because miles and drains surrounding swamplands. the lake sits just three feet below sea The Alligator River and N.C. 94 follow a level. Mattamuskeet’s old pumping plant parallel path for the next nine miles. The is now used as an observation tower to byway crosses the west fork of the view wildlife. The N.C. 94 causeway spans Alligator River about one mile south nearly six miles across the lake and offers of Gumneck Road (S.R. 1321), which an opportunity to view migratory birds appropriately leads to the community of throughout the year. Located along the Gum Neck. Atlantic flyway, the Mattamuskeet National The byway then passes Frying Pan

150 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Road (S.R. 1307), located 7.5 miles established to protect a unique pocosin north of Gumneck Road, which leads habitat and restore wetlands for native to the community of Frying Pan Landing, and endangered species. Look carefully named for an unusually shaped bay along for wildlife in and near the drainage canal the Alligator River. The flat lands at this alongside the highway. The community point on the byway comprise part of the of East Lake is one mile from the Hollow Ground Swamp. Some of these bridge. From here, continue 13 miles lands were claimed through a former through the swamp to the intersection process called “swamp busting” to create of U.S. 64 and U.S. 264. Turn left and farmlands. Now prohibited, the process follow U.S. 64 for 1.5 miles to the had allowed landowners to drain swamps stop sign. by constructing canals and drainage Turn left again onto U.S. 64 and ways to direct the water away from the drive through the fishing village of fertile soil. Mann’s Harbor, settled in the 19th Columbia, the Tyrell County seat, century and named for a German fishing is located seven miles north of Frying captain who sheltered here during a storm. Pan Road. Columbia was founded in Note the tiny white frame post office the early 1700s as a trading post on the on the right while traveling through the Scuppernong River. At the traffic light in community before crossing the Croatan Columbia at U.S. 64, continue straight. Sound on U.S. 64 to Roanoke Island. At the next block, turn right onto The , named for U.S. 64 Business and drive through an American Indian tribe, connects the downtown. Turn left onto U.S. 64 Albemarle and Pamlico sounds by way and continue east. of the bridge. Roanoke Island was the An area of straight marsh or slough site of the first English settlement in named the Big Savannah covers the area the United States, located one mile from Columbia to Alligator, a community after the bridge at the Fort Raleigh eight miles down the byway. The canal National Monument and Elizabethan alongside U.S. 64 was constructed to Gardens, where the byway ends. This provide drainage for the highway. Alligator English settlement, sponsored in part by Creek (which is not visible from the route) Sir for Queen Elizabeth I, flows east as it parallels the road to the was established in 1587. By 1590, it had north. From Alligator, travel five miles vanished. During the summer months, to the Alligator River. While crossing visitors may see productions of “The the river, look left. In the distance is where Lost Colony,” an outdoor drama about the Alligator River enters the Albemarle this settlement. Sound. The 2.7-mile bridge is an active Visitors may also want to visit the drawbridge, so be prepared to stop. Elizabeth II at Roanoke Island Festival Across the river, the byway enters Park in Manteo, just down the road. Dare County and the Alligator River Representative of the type of ship used National Wildlife Refuge. The refuge was during the 1585 voyage to Roanoke, the

151 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Elizabeth II is a living museum of the 16th Length: 71 miles century and is located on Shallowbag Bay. Drive Time: 1.5 hours Counties: Hyde, Tyrrell For those interested in marine life, visit the and Dare N.C. Aquarium on Roanoke Island, also in Manteo. Other points of interest may be found elsewhere along the Outer Banks, including the Wright Brothers National Memorial and Jockeys Ridge State Park, the largest active sand dune on the East Coast. Other nearby scenic byways include the Roanoke Voyages Corridor (pg. 153), Outer Banks Scenic Byway (pg. 155) that runs south from Nags Head along N.C. 12 to Beaufort, and the Pamlico Scenic Byway (pg. 146) that travels from U.S. 264 to Washington.

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The Roanoke Voyages Corridor carries beautiful waterfront with many shops and motorists by monuments of time and restaurants. Cross over the bridge at the history as it travels across Roanoke Island in waterfront and visit the Roanoke Island Dare County. Festival Park, The byway home of the follows U.S. Elizabeth II, 64 across a restored the island 16th century from the transatlantic Croatan vessel. Or Sound travel to Bridge to Wanchese, a the Roanoke quaint fishing Sound village located Bridge. south of N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism Roanoke Elizabeth II Manteo along Island, named N.C. 345 on after an early Indian village, was the site the mainland. of the first English settlement in North Other attractions on the island include America. This attempt proved disastrous a multi-use trail, the N.C. Aquarium, when returning colonists to the island wildlife viewing, boating and fishing. found that the English men, women and Stay here and explore Roanoke Island or children who had established this first continue driving to the Outer Banks. Follow colony had vanished. The “Lost Colony” U.S. 64 East to connect to the Outer Banks is still a mystery today, but visitors can Scenic Byway (pg. 155) at Whalebone experience this historic unsolved tale by Junction or travel on U.S. 64 West to meet attending the state’s longest running the Pamlico Scenic Byway (pg. 146) and outdoor drama, “The Lost Colony.” The Alligator River Route (pg. 150) in Waterside Theater is located within the Fort Manns Harbor. Raleigh National Historic Site along with Length: 9 miles the enchanting Elizabethan Gardens. Drive Time: 15 minutes The island also offers the quaint (allow additional villages of Manteo and Wanchese, named time to stop and see the attractions) for two friendly Roanoke Indians carried County: Dare back to England and enlisted by Sir Walter Raleigh to gain support for further travel to the new world. Manteo has a

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From Whalebone Junction in Dare Island, , Ocracoke Island, County to Beaufort in Carteret County, Portsmouth Island, Core Banks, Shackleford the Outer Banks Scenic Byway traces the Banks and . Wind and water easternmost parts shift the sands of of North Carolina these islands, which along the state’s makes them transient barrier islands. The not only in location unique maritime but also in name. culture shared by the Weather rules life 21 coastal villages here, and the families along this route led that have lived to its designation as a along the byway for national scenic byway. generations have North Carolina’s great stories to tell. barrier islands extend Whalebone from the Virginia Junction, along border south to Cape N.C. 12 where the Lookout. They are byway begins, is separated from the located near the mainland by six broad NCDOT site of . Ocracoke Lighthouse yet shallow sounds — This inlet opened from north to south, Currituck, Albemarle, in the 1720s and closed periodically until Roanoke, Pamlico, Core and Bogue. These its last closing in the 1930s. In the early sounds range from three to 40 miles wide. 1930s, Alexander Midgett hauled a 72-foot Pamlico Sound is the largest sound along whale skeleton in the back of his Model T the U.S. East Coast, covering more than truck from nearby and plunked 1,800 square miles. It is visible to the west the skeleton down at the junction, giving along many portions of the byway. The the place its name. The junction is at the byway crosses its waters when taking the end of Currituck Banks, the northernmost ferry from Ocracoke Island to both Hatteras barrier island in North Carolina. Beginning and Cedar Island. at the stoplight where U.S. 64/158 Currently, nine major islands, or and N.C. 12 intersect, follow N.C. 12 banks, protect the mainland coast from South into the National the Atlantic Ocean’s onslaught of winds Seashore on . and water. From north to south, these Continue past the Bodie Island barrier islands are: Currituck Banks, Lighthouse, which was built in 1872 to Bodie (pronounced “body”) Island, Pea replace the original lighthouse destroyed in

155 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP the Civil War. Its 150-foot black and white Jockey’s Ridge banded stripe can be seen for several miles. State Park A swimming beach and recreation center is nd ou located nearby at Coquina Beach. arle S Manteo 99 158 Whalebone Albem 98 Columbia V Junction Eleven miles south of Whalebone Mann’s 64 BODIE ISLAND 64 Harbor 64

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70 Core Sound THE STRAIGHTS WEST Beaufort 102 MOUTH V Smyrna (see inset) BAY Harkers EAST 120 Island MOUTH BAY Theodore Harkers Island BACK SOUND Roosevelt State Natural Area * Harkers Island, Straits, Gloucester and Marshallberg Loop 157 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP and was replaced with a more powerful names derived from the Algonquian word beam to warn ships away from nearby for “enclosed place.” One of the oldest Diamond Shoals. The shoals’ turbulent operating lighthouses on the Atlantic waters caused coast is located ships to wreck, on Silver Lake, giving the area a tidal basin the infamous and harbor in nickname “the the village of Graveyard of Ocracoke. The the Atlantic.” 75-foot-tall The lighthouse is Ocracoke Island operated by the Lighthouse was National Park built in 1823 Service and is and is North open seasonally N.C. & Travel Tourism Carolina’s only Beaufort waterfront for tours. operational After passing through Buxton, lighthouse within a town. Ocracoke Inlet, travel five miles to the community of once the state’s primary trade inlet, was Frisco, settled in 1795. Six miles farther the site of the death of the notorious is the village of Hatteras. Throughout pirate Blackbeard, who was killed on Nov. these small villages reside “hoi toiders” 22, 1718. (high tiders), people who have retained an From Ocracoke Inlet, take one of two Elizabethan dialect due to their relatively tolled ferry routes. isolated residence on these islands. To continue along the Outer Banks To continue on the byway, cross Scenic Byway, take the Cedar Island Hatteras Inlet to Ocracoke Island on ferry to Cedar Island in Carteret the state’s free ferry. The crossing time County. Or travel the Alligator River is about 40 minutes. The present Hatteras Route (pg. 150) or Pamlico Scenic Inlet opened in 1846. Byways (pg. 146) by taking the Swan Upon arriving on Ocracoke Island, Quarter ferry to Swan Quarter. follow N.C. 12 for 13 miles across the NOTE: Reservations are recommended island to the village of Ocracoke. Along for both ferries, especially in the summer the way is a pony pasture. The horses due to high traffic volume and tight that live here are called Bankers Ponies, time schedules. More information about descendants of horses brought by early reservations and schedules can be found explorers on ships wrecked in the Atlantic. at www.ncdot.gov/ferry or by calling A herd is also maintained on the islands 1-800-BYFERRY. The crossing time to south of Beaufort. Swan Quarter is about 2.5 hours and the Ocracoke was first called Wococon in crossing time to Cedar Island is about 2 the 1500s (when it was an Indian village) hours and 15 minutes. and has since gone through a series of Just after departing for Cedar Island,

158 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP look to the east (left). On a clear day, a community draped in windblown Portsmouth Island may be visible in oaks with beautiful homes and a rich the distance. Settled in the 1700s and commercial fishing heritage. Sea Level incorporated in 1753, Portsmouth was is another maritime village found along one of North Carolina’s busiest ports of this stretch. At the end of Seashore entry and a resort before the Civil War. It Drive, turn around and travel back on was known at one time as the “shipping Seashore Drive to U.S. 70. capital of the Outer Banks.” The town Follow the byway along U.S. 70 to was named for Portsmouth, England. The the community of Stacy, once home to few remaining buildings on the island many of the area’s best known waterfowl are the houses, church, post office and carvers. This tradition is celebrated today school of the townspeople, the last of with annual events and a museum. whom left in 1971. The Cape Lookout Continue to Davis, where the Cape National Seashore manages the island and Lookout Lighthouse may be visible over allows a limited number of day visitors the water. Built in 1859, the Cape Lookout (accommodated by private ferry) to explore Lighthouse is distinct with its black and the island. Portsmouth Island is a National white diamond pattern covering the 160- Register Historic District. foot tower. After Davis, pass through The ferry docks at the northern end of Williston, a winding community of old Carteret County on Cedar Island. From homes that captures the small coastal Cedar Island, continue south on N.C. 12 community way of life with easy views for six miles through the spectacular of Core Sound and a rich history of salt marshes of the Cedar Island commercial fishing. National Wildlife Refuge, home to Continue along the byway, turning waterfowl on their winter migration. N.C. left at the town of Smyrna onto 12 ends and the road becomes U.S. 70 Marshallberg Road to follow the West about 12 miles south of the ferry 22-mile Harkers Island, Straits and terminal. The body of water to the left Gloucester Loop (see Insert B for map). is the Core Sound, named for the Coree Three miles from U.S. 70 is the maritime Indians who once lived in this area. village of Marshallberg, which features a At the junction of N.C. 12 and U.S. county park at the end of the main road 70, turn left onto Old Cedar Island with picnic tables and a wonderful view of Road (S.R. 1387) to follow the nine- . To continue mile Atlantic and Sea Level Loop (see the loop, follow Marshallberg Road Insert A for map). Follow to Shell Road (S.R. 1347) and turn right onto Star (S.R. 1378), turn right. Continue to Church Road (S.R. 1346), continuing to School Road (S.R. 1380) and turn left. the intersection of Piggott Road (S.R. Follow School Road until it ends and 1343). Turn left and travel through turn left on Seashore Drive (S.R. 1417 the community of Gloucester where and old U.S. 70). This road meanders the road circles back to Straits Road past old workboats that fill Atlantic Harbor, (S.R. 1375). Continue on Straits Road

159 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP across the Harkers Island Bridge designated byway continues for six miles causeway where wildlife viewing, pier before ending at the city limits of Beaufort. fishing, boat launching facilities and public Beaufort was laid out in 1715 and access for swimming are available. Once settled soon thereafter. It was incorporated on the island, Straits Road becomes in 1723 and named for Henry Somerset, Island Road and passes through the Duke of Beaufort and a lords proprietor. community of Harkers Island. Side roads The town is located on the site of an earlier here lead visitors to a trail of island homes Indian village. A walk through historic and small businesses dedicated to local Beaufort and along the waterfront provides decoy carving, model boats, fresh seafood a great place to stretch and enjoy a historic and the island’s famed boat building coastal community. From whaling to salt tradition. At the end of Island Road, works, with military battles in between, the Core Sound Waterfowl Museum & Beaufort is rich in history. Heritage Center celebrates North Carolina’s NOTE: In warmer weather, this byway waterfowling, boatbuilding, commercial is a well-traveled road. Plan for extra time fishing and community traditions Down to make the ferry connections and to East. The museum and heritage center is accommodate bicyclists and other tourists. located on the left when entering Cape Also, park only in designated places as Lookout National Seashore. The distinct sand is more difficult to drive out of than black and white diamond pattern of the ice and snow. Cape Lookout Lighthouse, a 160-foot Length: 142.5 driving miles tower built in 1859, can be seen from the Drive Time: 6.5 hours museum’s four-story tower. Cape Lookout (including 3.5 hours on Lighthouse is accessible by private ferry two ferries) Counties: Dare, Hyde from Harkers Island. At the Cape Lookout and Carteret National Seashore, hiking trails connect the museum with the Harkers Island Visitors Center. The center features exhibits as well as picnic areas and excellent sites for windsurfing and kayaking. To return to U.S. 70, turn around at the end of Island Road and follow until it becomes Straits Road back across the causeway through the town of Straits. Turn left on Harkers Island Road (S.R. 1332) and follow back to U.S. 70, turning left. Continue along U.S. 70 through the communities of Otway and Bettie before crossing the North River. At this point, the national scenic byway designation ends. The state-

160 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 161 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP State parks & recreation areas

developed park facilities including a tunnel and elevator to the rock summit, a visitor center, nature center and a network of hiking trails to geologic points of interest and the 404-foot-tall Hickory Nut Falls. The state purchased the park in 2007.

Address: U.S. 64/74-A, P.O. Box 220 Chimney Rock, NC 28720 (800) 277-9611 or (828) 625-9611

Cliffs of the Neuse State Park Witness the effects of the forces of erosion, which have carved and chiseled cliffs in the west bank of the Neuse River. Here ancient mountain communities

N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism meet coastal ones and mountain galax grows Camping in North Carolina on rich slopes overlooking coastal trees draped in Spanish moss. The river and its Carolina Beach State Park banks are a haven for fishing and canoeing. Creative dioramas and audio visuals in the Spot the Venus Flytrap and other museum depict the geology and natural species of insect-eating plants. Wind history of the region. your way through a variety of along intriguing trails and stop to identify more Address: 345-A Park Entrance Road than 30 species of coastal trees, and Seven Springs, NC 28578 flowering plants. Our full-service marina will (919) 778-6234 enhance your enjoyment of the Cape Fear River and adjoining waterway where excellent fishing and boating await the Crowders Mountain sports enthusiast. State Park Climb rugged peaks rising 800 feet Address: 1010 State Park Road, above the surrounding countryside and watch P.O. Box 475 raptors soar in the wind currents. Rocky Carolina Beach, NC 28428 ledges and outcrops are the perfect seats Office: (910) 458-8206 from which to view the panorama below. Marina: (910) 458-7770 Travel trails on foot for a closer look at this highland environment. Chimney Rock has been a tourist Address: 522 Park Office Lane destination in Western North Carolina Kings Mountain, NC 28086 since a crude stairway was built to the rock’s (704) 853-5373 summit in 1885. In 1902, Lucius B. Morse of Missouri bought the site. The Morse family

162 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Falls Lake State Feel your daily stresses melt away as Recreation Area you cross the historic Dismal Swamp Moments away from the hustle and Canal and walk along the 300-foot boardwalk bustle of the Research Triangle, this 12,000- into this geological wonder. Experience acre lake and 26,000 acres of woodlands firsthand the lush swamp forest and get offer a variety of activities. Come for the day up close and personal with the wide variety and bring along your fishing gear and picnic of wildlife. Discover the uniqueness of a basket. Put your boat in the water. Take a dip million-year-old habitat at the Dismal Swamp in one of the designated swimming areas. State Park. Or spend a few days in the family or group For the adventurer, there are 16.7 miles campgrounds. B.W. Wells, U.S. 50, Holly of hiking and mountain biking trails. Or, enjoy Point, Rollingview, Beaverdam, Sandling Beach a leisurely paddle down the Dismal Swamp and Shinleaf, as well as the privately operated Canal in your canoe or kayak. Rollingview Marina, will fit the bill no matter what your fancy. Address: 2294 U.S. 17 North South Mills, NC 27976 Address: 13304 Creedmoor Road (252) 771-6593 or (252) 771-6582 Wake Forest, NC 27587 (919) 676-1027 Elk Knob State Natural Area Elk Knob State Natural Area is one Fort Fisher State of the newest additions and is in the Recreation Area process of being developed as a state park. Spend the day away from the crowds to learn more Visit www.ncparks.gov on a four-mile stretch of undeveloped beach about the amenities available at this new where shell-seekers still find treasures and park. nesting loggerhead sea turtles still find seclusion. Watch pelicans and other colonial Address: 5564 Meat Camp Road nesting birds swirl and turn with the wind and Todd, NC 28684 waves. Licensed four-wheel-drive vehicles may (828) 297-7261 travel on the beach in designated areas for access to excellent surf fishing. Eno River State Park Test your skills in a raft or canoe. Address: 1000 Loggerhead Road The spring and fall months often Kure Beach, NC 28449 bring swirling rapids to the Eno. Try your luck (910) 458-5798 fishing along the river banks or stroll across the swinging bridge for a hike through the Fort Macon State Park woods. Backpack primitive camping offers Enjoy all of the sun, sand, sea and refuge from the hustle and bustle of the city. history you can soak up in a day. Even Blackbeard the Pirate used to drop by once Address: 6101 Cole Mill Road upon a time. After a day of beach combing, Durham, NC 27705 cool off on a tour of the restored fort that (919) 383-1686 stood guard over Beaufort Harbor during the Civil War.

Address: 2300 E. Fort Macon Road, P.O. Box 127 Atlantic Beach, NC 28512

(252) 726-2295 163 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Canoe the unhurried creeks or cast your line into the Pamlico River. Stately live oaks draped with Spanish moss form the perfect backdrop for outdoor relaxation. Experience the mysterious wonders of marsh and swamp from wooded trails and two observation decks.

Address: 2190 Camp Leach Road Washington, NC 27889 N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism (252) 923-2191 Fort Macon

Gorges State Park Hanging Rock State Park Plunging waterfalls, rugged river Visit the “mountains away from gorges, sheer rock walls and one of the mountains” and choose your the greatest concentrations of rare and unique accommodations from cabins to campsites. species in the eastern United States are found Sparkling mountain streams, waterfalls and within . An elevation that cascades travel over rugged terrain. Encounter rises 2,000 feet in only four miles, combined more than 300 species of mountain plants with rainfall in excess of 80 inches per year, along miles of nature and hiking trails. The creates a temperate rain forest and supports observation tower atop Moore’s Knob offers a collection of waterfalls. rewarding panoramic views.

Address: N.C. 281 South, Address: 2015 Hanging Rock Park Road, P.O. Box 100 P.O. Box 278 Sapphire, N.C. 28774 Danbury, NC 27016 (828) 966-9099 (336) 593-8480

Hammocks Beach State Park Accessible only by passenger ferry or Located near the headwaters of private boat, there’s just one thing at the Haw River, Haw River State Hammocks Beach that’s crowded — the list Park and Summit Environmental Education of things to do. Stroll the beach with laughing Center is situated on nearly 300 acres of gulls and sandpipers. Cast a baited hook into piedmont forest, fields, wetlands and uplands. endless rows of foaming breakers. Discover Haw River State Park was authorized by tiny specimens of marine life in tidal pools the General Assembly in 2003 and is in and mudflats. Use a camera or paintbrush to development for future public use. capture the green and gold grasses that color the salt marshes. Spend the night among the Address: 339 Conference Center Drive sand dunes, or simply bask in the sun and do Browns Summit, NC 27214 nothing at all. (336) 342-6163

Address: 1572 Hammocks Beach Road Swansboro, NC 28584 (910) 326-4881

164 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Jockey’s Ridge State Park Lake James State Park Go fly a kite on the highest sand dune Tucked away in rolling hills at the on the East Coast. Orville and Wilbur base of Linville Gorge is Lake James, Wright were the first to take advantage of the a 6,510-acre lake with more than 150 miles area’s prevailing winds, ranging from 10 to 15 of shoreline. This impressive waterway is the miles per hour. The ridge, a favorite spot for centerpiece of Lake James State Park. Here, playing in the sand, offers an exhilarating view nature offers scenic vistas of the Appalachian of coastal North Carolina. Fascinating facts Mountains and beckons to those with an about this magnificent pile of sand can be appetite for recreation. learned at the museum. Address: P.O. Box 340 Address: P.O. Box 592 Nebo, NC 28761 Nags Head, NC 27959 (828) 652-5047 (252) 441-7132 State Park At , fun is Picnic under a canopy of old cypress just a matter of scale. On one hand, trees or go for a dip in the cool, there is the largest manmade lake in the state, tea-colored lake. Jones Lake is one of the Lake Norman. When filled to capacity, its few remaining Carolina bay lakes, the surface area is 32,510 acres with a shoreline origin of which has long been a subject of of 520 miles and a main channel 34 miles in speculation and debate. Enjoy the lake while length — thus its nickname, the “Inland Sea.” rowing or fishing, or stay for a while in the Thirteen miles of the shoreline are in the state family campground. park, which provides boating access. On another hand, the park boasts Address: 4117 N.C. 242 North its own 33-acre lake where fishing and Elizabethtown, NC 28337 boating are enjoyed. And with hiking trails, (910) 588-4550 picnic areas, interpretive programs and campgrounds, there is more to Lake Norman Kerr Lake State State Park than merely water. Recreation Area Set sail for Kerr Lake. One thousand Address: 159 Inland Sea Lane family campsites in seven recreation areas are Troutman, NC 28166 home away from home to boaters, skiers and (704) 528-6350 fishermen. Of course, there is plenty of reason to come just for the day. Special events held throughout the year include a spring art show, Discover one-of-a-kind aquatic amateur striped bass fishing tournament animals found nowhere else on earth. and the Governor’s Cup Invitational Regatta. The lake is home to the Lake Waccamaw Tucked along the shoreline are some of the killifish and a number of other unique fish best fishing holes in North Carolina. Picnic mollusks. Spend an evening in the primitive spots are plentiful. Two commercial marinas campground or enjoy a picnic under stately offer full service for boaters and campers, trees hung with Spanish moss. including cabins. Address: 1866 State Park Drive Address: 6254 Satterwhite Point Road Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450 Henderson, NC 27537 (910) 646-4748 (252) 438-7791 (919) 438-4441 or (919) 492-1426 165 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP State Park Medoc Mountain State Park contains Canoe the creeks or hike the trails 8,438 acres of land and 115 miles of to appreciate the beauty of this state natural and scenic waters, 81 miles of unusual mixture of plant and animal life. which are also designated national wild and Not really a mountain, but a granite ridge, scenic waters. The park’s recreation activities Medoc Mountain is the remains of an ancient are currently centered at two access areas, mountain range formed by volcanic action. Princess Ann and Chalk Banks. Princess Ann A rewarding experience in any season, but overlooks a unique reverse flow area named especially in the spring when the bluffs and Griffin’s Whirl. At the access, a bend in the ravines are covered with the blossoms of river opens to a long, straight vista that mountain laurel. beckons paddlers to take a ride. Address: 1541 Medoc State Park Road Address: 2819 Princess Ann Road Hollister, NC 27844 Orrum, NC 28369 (252) 586-6588 or (252) 586-6476 (910) 628-4564 Merchants Millpond State Park Discover one of the state’s rarest ecological communities. Massive cypress and gum trees covered with Spanish moss form a canopy for the dark, acid waters of the millpond — a wilderness sanctuary for wetland wildlife. Paddle quietly through the pond and creek and encounter beavers, otters and owls.

Address: 71 U.S. 158 East Gatesville, NC 27938 N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism Hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains (252) 357-1191

Mayo River State Park Morrow Mountain State Park Authorized by the N.C. General View the skeletal remains of a once- Assembly in May 2003, the Mayo mighty range of peaks. Located along River State Park is in the early stages the Pee Dee River and Lake Tillery, Morrow of development for future public use. Mountain features miles of mountain trails Construction is expected to begin in late to wander on foot or horseback. Visit the 2008. Plans include a visitor contact station, historic Kron House, which was the residence, picnic shelter, rest rooms, maintenance greenhouse and hospital of an early 19th facility, and improvements to parking and century physician. Stay for a while in a cabin the entrance road. or a campsite and enjoy a dip in the pool or a boat ride on the lake. Address: P.O. Box 100 Mayodan, NC 27027 Address: 49104 Morrow Mountain Road (336) 427-2530 Albemarle, NC 28001 (704) 982-4402

166 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Mount Jefferson State New River State Park Natural Area Canoe more than 26 miles of the Broaden your horizons with scenic national wild and scenic south fork of vistas and colorful displays of mountain flora. the New River, one of the oldest rivers in the You can see forever on a clear day. Stroll the world. Embark upon this gentle river from any short nature trail through the magnificent of four access points for fishing, picnicking forest, a National Natural Landmark. and inspiring mountain scenery.

Address: P.O. Box 48 Address: P.O. Box 48 Jefferson, NC 28640 Jefferson, NC 28640 (336) 246-9653 (336) 982-2587

Mount Mitchell State Park Occoneechee Mountain State Explore miles of hiking trails and Natural Area reward yourself with breathtaking High scenic views and mountain trails views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Ascend await you at Occoneechee Mountain State the highest peak east of the Mississippi, riding Natural Area. This piedmont monadnock to 6,684 feet and watch the world take on has been recognized as one of the most a new perspective from the observation important natural areas in the Triangle. It tower. Visit the museum and learn about the is the highest point in Orange County at natural and cultural history of North Carolina’s 867 feet, and the oak forest, pond, field, first state park. The famished hiker or the heath bluff and river habitats found on the hungry tourist can enjoy a relaxing meal in mountain support species that are rare and the restaurant. significant in this region. With 190 acres and nearly three miles of trails, visitors can Address: 2388 N.C. 128 experience a wide variety of the area's natural Burnsville, NC 28714 surroundings and wildlife. Office: (828) 675-4611 Restaurant: (828) 675-9907 Address: 6101 Cole Mill Road Durham, NC 27705 (919) 383-1686

Pettigrew State Park Reel ‘em in at this 16,000-acre angler’s paradise, teeming with , yellow perch and various panfish. Lake and wind conditions make ideal for shallow-draft sailboats, canoeing and windsurfing. View displays of prehistoric Indian culture and take a journey

N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism back in time, or visit — a Mount Mitchell State Park state historic site.

Address: 2252 Lake Shore Road Creswell, NC 27928 (252) 797-4475

167 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Pilot Mountain State Park South Mountains Imagine a majestic pinnacle rising from Hike the rugged trail to High Shoals out of nowhere, 1,400 feet above the Falls and enjoy the crystal clear waters surrounding countryside. Experienced climbers as they plunge 80 feet into a large pool. For may climb Little Pinnacle Wall while others a true wilderness experience, backpack explore the adjoining woodland corridor on through the woodlands for primitive camping foot or horseback for a memorable view. or fish for trout in 12 miles of sparkling mountain streams. Address: 1792 Pilot Knob Park Road Pinnacle, NC 27043 Address: 3001 South Mountain Park Ave. (336) 325-2355 Connelly Springs, NC 28612 (828) 433-4772 or (828) 433-4686 Here, the forest reigns as each year State Park the timeless cycle of growth further Stone Mountain is not immediately heals age-old wounds inflicted by man. Nature visible upon entering the park that triumphs as plants compete in the stages bears its name, but this magnificent 600-foot of forest succession and the woodlands are granite dome is well worth the wait. Test restored. High above the Cape Fear River your fly-fishing techniques in more than 20 stands Raven Rock, its austere beauty a miles of designated trout waters. Designated testament to the forces that have shaped as a National Natural Landmark in 1975, the land. Stone Mountain is bounded on the north by the Blue Ridge Parkway and on the west by Address: 3009 Raven Rock Road the Thurmond Chatham Game Lands. More Lillington, NC 27546 than 14,100 acres of mountain beauty offer (910) 893-4888 opportunities for outdoor activities of all kinds.

Address: 3042 Frank Parkway Singletary Lake State Park Roaring Gap, NC 28668 For canoeing, swimming and nature (336) 957-8185 walks, bring the group to an area designed for organized camping. Two group camps contain mess halls, kitchens, campers’ cabins and wash houses. Rangers will conduct special nature programs for your group and explain the unique phenomenon of the .

Address: 6707 NC 53 East Kelly, NC 28448 (910) 669-2928 N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism Fishing at Umstead Park

168 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Weymouth Woods Sandhills William B. Umstead State Park Nature Preserve Tucked between the growing cities Imagine the trees of Weymouth, of Raleigh, Cary, Durham and the England as you view the longleaf pines. corporate world of is Listen for the endangered red-cockaded an oasis of tranquility, a peaceful haven — woodpecker, a permanent resident of the William B. Umstead State Park. Here, two Sandhills region. Tour the nature center worlds merge as the sounds of civilization museum where the region’s unique features give way to the unhurried rhythm of nature. are studied, interpreted and protected. Highways fade in the distance as trees, flowers, birds and streams form a more Address: 1024 Fort Bragg Road natural community. William B. Umstead is a Southern Pines, NC 28387 place to escape the pressures of everyday life, (910) 692-2167 a place to picnic in the pines, to wait for a fish to bite, to take a hike or horseback ride on trails through the woods.

Address: 8801 Glenwood Ave. Raleigh, NC 27617 (919) 571-4170 N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism Hiking in North Carolina

169 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Historic sites

1 John C. Campbell Folk School (NR) 1 Folk School Road Brasstown, NC 28902 (800) 356-5724, (828) 837-2775 www.folkschool.org Folk School, established in 1925 and modeled upon Danish tradition of Folk Schools.

2 Cherokee County Historical Museum (NR) 205 Peachtree St. Murphy, NC 28906 (828) 837-6792 www.cherokeecounty-nc.gov/ departments/museum/ The museum reflects Cherokee Indian life before and during displacement. It also depicts the early white settlers of N.C. & Travel Tourism Artisan at John C. Campbell Folk School the county. Brevard Chamber of 5 3 Harshaw Chapel (Old Commerce Building Methodist Church) *(NR) 35 W. Main St. 806 Valley River Ave. Brevard, NC 28712 Murphy, NC 28906 (800) 648-4523 (828) 837-28777 www.visitwaterfalls.com Handsome brick church with strong www.brevardncchamber.org Greek Revival influences. There is some A 1900 structure located in the center of original furniture and an old cemetery. town and used as an information center. The Pendergrass Building 4 6 Allison-Deaver House *(NR) *(NR) Intersection of U.S. 276/U.S. 64/N.C.280 6 Main St. Pisgah Forest (near Brevard) Franklin, NC 28734 (828) 884-5137 (828) 524-9758 www.preservingourpast.org Originally a retail store building, now Claimed to be the oldest extant frame a museum displaying local historic and house west of the Blue Ridge in North cultural artifacts and photographs. Carolina. It will be opened as a house museum and heritage education center.

* Handicap Accessible (NR) National Register of Historic Places State Historic Site

170 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Gov. Zebulon Vance Estes-Winn Memorial 7 10 Birthplace Automobile Museum and 911 Reems Creek Road N.C. Homespun Museum Weaverville, NC 28787 *(NR) (828) 645-6706 111 Grovewood Road www.nchistoricsites.org/vance/ Asheville, NC 28804 vance.htm (828) 253-7651 A reconstructed 1830s mountain www.grovewood.com farmstead with a log house and The Estes-Winn Museum is an English six outbuildings; birthplace of the state’s cottage-style building, housing a Civil War governor and later collection of automobiles dating 1913- U.S. senator. 1957. The N.C. Homespun Museum is also in a 1919 English cottage-style 8 *(NR) building and features the history of 1 North Pack Square the Biltmore Industries handweaving Asheville, NC 28801 operation in film, pictures and artifacts. (800) 543-2961 www.biltmore.com 11 The Thomas Wolfe Memorial A 250-room French Chateau which (NR) contains original artwork and furnishings 52 N. Market St. surrounded by 75 acres of elaborate Asheville, NC 28801 gardens and landscaping. (828) 253-8304 www.nchistoricsites.org/wolfe/ Biltmore Village Historic wolfe.htm 9 Museum *(NR) Boyhood home of author Thomas 7 Angle St. Wolfe. A Queen Anne-style dwelling Asheville, NC 28803 which provided the setting for Look (828) 274-9707 Homeward Angel. www.biltmorevillage.com A museum of Biltmore Village, a local Smith-McDowell House 12 historic district containing three Richard Museum *(NR) Morris Hunt buildings. 283 Victoria Road Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 253-9231 Tours, programs and exhibits are featured in this 1840s brick plantation home.

13 The Old Depot *(NR) 207 Sutton Ave. Black Mountain, NC 28711 (828) 669-6583 www.olddepot.org A small town train station built about 1893. N.C. Travel N.C. & Travel Tourism The Biltmore House 171 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 14 Carson House (NR) 18 Historic Webbley *(NR) 1805 U.S. 70 West 403 S. Washington St. Old Fort, NC 28762 Shelby, NC 28150 (828) 724-4948 (704) 487-0616 The 19th century plantation house is www.maxgardner.com/ now a repository for pioneer artifacts historicwebbley.html and furnishings. Built in 1852 in Italianate style by Augustus Burton, this home has been Mountain Gateway Museum visited by every N.C. governor at 15 and Heritage Center * least once. 102 Water St. Old Fort, NC 28762 19 Kouris Warehouse * (828) 668-9259 200 W. Warren St. www.ncmuseumofhistory.org/osm/ Shelby, NC 28150 mgw.html www.cr.nps.gov/nr/travel/shelby/ A museum of Western North Carolina kou.htm frontier life with two restored early A Colonial Revival brick warehouse log houses. housing the Shelby Farmers Market.

Carl Sandburg Home Former Post Office of Shelby 20 16 National Historic Site *(NR) 81 Carl Sandburg Lane 111 S. Washington St. Flat Rock, NC 28731 Shelby, NC 28150 (828) 693-4178 (704) 484-2787 www.nps.gov/carl A Colonial Revival post office built in The home of Carl Sandburg during 1916 which has been converted into an his later years. The house is built in low- arts center. country plantation style. Books and memorabilia. Well House *(NR) Court 21 Square Cleveland County Historical Shelby, NC 28151 17 Museum *(NR) (704) 481-1842 Court Square Formerly an open, brick-arched well Shelby, NC 28150 house, it now houses the Historic (704) 482-8186 Shelby Foundation. www.clevelandcounty.com/ tourism/attractions.htm 22 Shelby City Hall *(NR) A Classical Revival courthouse housing 300 S. Washington St. historical artifacts pertaining to Shelby, NC 28150 local history. (704) 484-6801 A Georgian Revival brick building constructed in 1939 used as city hall and firehouse.

172 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 26 Hickory Ridge Homestead * Horn in the West Drive Boone, NC 28607 (828) 264-2120 www.horninthewest.com/museum. htm This late-18th century log house is representative of the period and has exhibits with local emphasis. Site for the outdoor drama, “Horn in the West.”

27 Mast General Store *(NR) 3565 N.C. 194 Valle Crucis, NC 28691 (828) 963-6511

N.C. & Travel Tourism www.mastgeneralstore.com Carl Sandburg Home Well preserved late-19th century general The Stecoah Valley Cultural store set in picturesque valley. Built in 23 Arts Center 1883 and still in operation. 121 Schoolhouse Road Robbinsville, NC 28771 28 Chapel of Rest (828) 479-3364 1964 N.C. 268 www.stecoahvalleycenter.com Lenoir, NC 28645 Located in a renovated schoolhouse, (828) 726-0323 the Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center www.caldwellcochamber.org provides cultural arts resources to Constructed in 1887 and rebuilt in 1918. Graham County and promotes Southern A beautiful country chapel and cemetery Appalachian mountain culture. with special church services and Sunday afternoon concerts. 24 Appalachian State University Boone, NC 28608 Historic Robert Cleveland (828) 262-3117 29 Log House www.museum.appstate.edu/index. 203 N. Bridge St. html Wilkesboro, NC 28697 The museum, housed in the (336) 667-3171 contemporary University Hall, offers www.wilkesnc.org/history/cleveland exhibits on the development of culture This log dwelling was built in 1779 in the Blue Ridge region. by Robert Cleveland and features period furnishings. Flat Top Manor, Moses 25 H. Cone Memorial Park Blue Ridge Parkway Blowing Rock, NC (828) 295-3782 Mountain retreat of Greensboro industrialist Moses Cone. Now a craft center. 173 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 30 Fort Defiance (NR) Horne Creek Living Historical 34 1792 Fort Defiance Drive Farm Lenior, NC 28645 308 Horne Creek Farm Road (828) 758-1671 Pinnacle, NC 27043 www.fortdefiancenc.org (336) 325-2298 The 1792 home of Revolutionary www.nchistoricsites.org/horne/ War Gen. William Lenoir featuring horne.htm original furnishings. A hands-on display of turn-of-the century farm life in the piedmont area of 31 Old Wilkes Jail Museum (NR) North Carolina. 203 N. Bridge St. North Wilkesboro, NC 28697 The Robert Smith House 35 (336) 667-3712 *(NR) www.blueridgeheritage. 615 N. Main St. com/artsandcrafts/museums/ Mount Airy, NC 27030 oldwilkesjail.html (336) 789-4636, (800) 576-0231 Built by Mr. Shipwash (also the first www.visitmountairy.com escapee), it contains furnished living 1910 Colonial Revival home formerly quarters and the jail cell where Tom housing the Mount Airy Visitors Center. Dooley was incarcerated. 36 The Alexander Dickson 32 Andy Griffith Playhouse * House *(NR) 218 Rockford St. 150 E. King St. Mount Airy, NC 27030 Hillsborough, NC 27278 (336) 786-7998 (919) 732-7741 www.visitmayberry.com www.historichillsborough.org A renovated theater and arts center Late-18th century piedmont farmhouse. named for North Carolina’s most The small office to the rear was used famous actor. by Gen. Joseph E. Johnston at the time of his surrender to Union Gen. 33 The Gertrude Smith House William T. Sherman. *(NR) 708 N. Main St. 37 Ayr Mount (NR) Mount Airy, NC 27030 376 St. Mary’s Road (336) 786-6856 Hillsborough, NC 27278 www.visitmayberry.com (919) 732-6886 A 1903 Victorian home with www.historichillsborough.com period furnishings. Beautifully restored 1817 brick plantation house with excellent decorative arts collection and pastoral setting.

174 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Bennett Place State Historic 42 Duke University Chapel* 38 Site *(NR) 101 Chapel Drive 4409 Bennett Memorial Road Durham, NC 27708 Durham, NC 27705 (919) 684-8150 (919) 383-4345 www.chapel.duke.edu www.nchistoricsites.org/bennett/ Beautiful Gothic church on main Duke bennett.htm campus, worship services and tours. Reconstructed farmhouse where Gen. Johnston and Gen. Sherman met to sign 43 William Fields House *(NR) the largest surrender of the Civil War. 447 Arlington St. Greensboro, NC 27406 39 Blandwood Mansion (NR) (336) 272-6617 447 W. Washington St., A Gothic Revival dwelling featuring Greensboro, NC 27401 steep gabled roof and arched (336) 272-5003 former windows. www.blandwood.org/blandwood. html 44 Greensboro Historical Former house of N.C. Gov. John M. Museum *(NR) Morehead. The addition designed 130 Summit Ave. in 1844 by A.J. Davis is the oldest Greensboro, NC 27401 remaining example of Italian Villa (336) 373-2043 architecture in the United States. www.greensborohistory.org Museum complex contains buildings 40 Chinqua-Penn Plantation dating as early as 1892. It includes a (NR) renovated church, two historic houses 2138 Wentworth St. and local history exhibits. Reidsville, NC 27320 (336) 349-4576 45 Hayti Heritage Center *(NR) www.chinquapenn.com 804 Old Fayetteville St. A 1920s country manor filled with Durham, NC 27701 eclectic art treasures on 23 acres with (919) 683-1709 formal gardens. www.hayti.org Constructed in the Hayti community Duke Homestead State in 1891, the old St. Joseph’s African 41 Historic Site and Tobacco Methodist Episcopal Church, one of Museum *(NR) Durham’s oldest ecclesiastical structures, 2828 Duke Homestead Road houses a heritage center which Durham, NC 27705 promotes the understanding of the (919) 477-5498 African-American experience. www.nchistoricsites.org/duke/duke. htm An 1852 vernacular piedmont farmhouse with outbuildings and a museum.

175 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 46 Historic Stagville Center 50 Snow Camp Historic Site * *(NR) 126 Sylvan School Road 5825 Old Oxford Highway Snow Camp, NC 27349 Bahama, NC 27503 (336) 376-9433 (919) 620-0120 www.snowcamp.org www.historicstagvillefoundation. A replica of a historic Quaker community org featuring log houses and Quaker Plantation seat of the Bennehan and meeting houses with some period Cameron families featuring a late-18th furnishings and artifacts. century dwelling, rare four-room slave houses and a massive timber 51 Eastern Cabarrus Historical frame barn. Society Museum *(NR) 1100 N. Main St. 47 Hugh Mangum Museum of Mount Pleasant, NC 28124 Photography/McCown- (704) 436-6612 Mangum House (NR) An 1855 Greek Revival boy’s school 5101 N. Roxboro Road displaying memorabilia and artifacts. Durham, NC 27704 (919) 471-1623 52 Historic Cabarrus County Modified Greek Revival dwelling Courthouse *(NR) restored to its late 1890s appearance 65 Union St. contains the works of Hugh Mangum, Concord, NC 28026-0966 a 20th century photographer, as well as (704) 786-8515 contemporary exhibits. Built in 1876, the building contains a museum displaying artifacts from 48 Orange County Historical the Revolutionary through the Museum (NR) Vietnam wars. 201 N. Churton St. Hillsborough, NC 27278 53 Josephus W. Hall House (NR) (919) 732-2201 226 S. Jackson St. www.orangecountymuseum.org Salisbury, NC 28144 Museum houses a fine collection of (704) 636-0103 pre-historic to Civil War period Large 1820 antebellum home. household goods. Tours given by guides in 1860s period costumes. 49 Alamance Battleground *(NR) Archibald Henderson Law 54 5803 N.C. 62 South Office (NR) Burlington, NC 27215 201 W. Fisher St. (336) 227-4785 Salisbury, NC 28144 www.nchistoricsites.org/alamance/ (704) 638-5207 alamance.htm www.ci.salisbury.nc.us Site of the 1771 battle between the An 1825 Federal-style law office. forces of the Regulators and Royal Gov. William Tryon. On the site is an 18th century log house that belonged to John Allen, containing some original furniture and period artifacts. 176 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 55 Memorial Garden N.C. Transportation Museum 36 Spring St. 59 at Historic Spencer Shops Concord, NC 28025 *(NR) (704) 786-8009 411 S. Salisbury Ave. A former graveyard for First Presbyterian Spencer, NC 28159 Church founded in 1804. It was (704) 636-2889 established as a memorial garden in http://www.nctrans.org 1930 and has floral displays throughout The museum interprets the development the botanical garden. of transportation in North Carolina at the site of the old steam repair facility 56 Reed Gold Mine *(NR) for the . 9621 Reed Mine Road Stanfield, NC 28163 ”Old Stone House” (NR) or 60 (704) 721-4653 Michael Braun House www.nchistoricsites.org/reed/reed. 2077 Robin Road htm Salisbury, NC 28144 Site of the first documented gold find (704) 278-3000 in the United States. Tours of the mine, A large 1766 stone house built by stamp mill and panning operation. Michael Braun, an early German immigrant. Only pre-Revolutionary War 57 Rowan Museum/Utzman- dwelling in Rowan County. Chambers House (NR) 116 S. Jackson St. Malcolm Blue Farmstead and 61 Salisbury, NC 28144 Museum *(NR) (704) 633-5946 1177 Bethesda Road An 1814 townhouse featuring two Aberdeen, NC 28315 period rooms and six other rooms (910) 944-7685 with historical collections — costumes, www.malcolmbluefarm.com military, toys and china. Also a 19th Mid-19th century farmhouse, grist mill century formal garden. and windmill, and a museum featuring Scottish heritage, agricultural and Snuggs House and Marks local history. 58 House *(NR) 245 E. Main St. 62 Joel McLendon Cabin/James Albemarle, NC 28001 Bryant House (NR) (704) 983-7316 3361 Mt. Carmel Road The Snuggs House is an 1870s two-story Carthage, NC 28388 farmhouse with a museum. The Marks (910) 947-3995 house is a completely restored and Furnished early-19th century farmhouse furnished mid-19th century dwelling. and late-18th century log building.

177 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 63 Shaw House Properties (NR) 68 (NR) 100 S.W. Broad St. 324 Alston House Road Southern Pines, NC 28387 Sanford, NC 27330 (910) 692-2051 (910) 947-2051 www.moorehistory.com www.nchistoricsites.org/horsesho/ Three houses representing life in the horsesho.htm early years of the Sandhills from the Plantation house dating to 1770, 1700s to 1840s that are now used for containing period antiques and business offices. surrounded by a lovely garden in the spring and summer. Town Creek Indian Mound 64 *(NR) Gov. Charles B. Aycock 509 Town Creek Mound Road 69 Birthplace (NR) Mount Gilead, NC 27306 264 Governor Aycock Road (910) 439-6802 Freemont, NC 27830 www.nchistoricsites.org/town/town. (919) 242-5581 htm www.nchistoricsites.org/aycock/ Reconstructed 13th century Indian aycock.htm ceremonial center. The 1846 coastal cottage is the birthplace of the former governor. An 65 Ellerbe Springs Inn *(NR) 1893 one-room schoolhouse is also on 2537 U.S. 220 North the site. Ellerbe, NC 28379 (800) 248-6467 Bentonville Battleground 70 www.ellerbesprings.com (NR) Victorian inn built by H. E. Bonitz 5466 Harper House Road of Wilmington. Four Oaks, NC 28366 (910) 594-0789 Rankin Museum of www.nchistoricsites.org/bentonvi/ 66 American Heritage * bentonvi.htm 131 W. Church St. Site of one of the last great Civil War Ellerbe, NC 28338 battles. Also site of the Harper House, (910) 652-6378 which was used as an improvised www.rankinmuseum.com hospital after the March 1865 battle. A 5,000-square-foot building housing Indian artifacts, an African exhibit and Caswell-Neuse State Historic related artifacts. 71 Site 2612 W. Vernon Ave. 67 Chatham County Historical Kinston, NC 28501 Museum *(NR) (252) 522-2091 Courthouse Square www.nchistoricsites.org/neuse/ Pittsboro, NC 27312 neuse.htm (919) 542-3603 An 1862 ironclad-ramming Confederate http://chathamhistory.org/museum. vessel sunk during the Civil War and was html pulled from the Neuse River in 1963. Built in 1881 by T. B. Womack, this courthouse dominates downtown Pittsboro. 178 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Community Council for the 77 Brunswick Town (NR) 72 Arts *(NR) 8884 Saint Phillips Road S.E. 400 N. Queen St. Winnabow, NC 28479 Kinston, NC 28501 (910) 371-6613 (252) 527-2517 www.nchistoricsites.org/brunswic/ www.kinstoncca.com brunswic.htm Community Council for the Arts Archaeological remains of a major features six galleries, shopping and pre-Revolutionary port along the Cape artist studios in a historic downtown Fear River, including the ruins of St. commercial building. Phillip’s Church.

73 Harmony Hall *(NR) 78 Museum of the Albemarle * 100 S. King St. 501 S. Water St. Kinston, NC 28501 Elizabeth City, NC 27909 (252) 522-0421 (252) 335-1453 www.harmonyhallnc.com www.museumofthealbemarle.com The house contains 18th and 19th Museum housing exhibits and artifacts century period furnishings. dating back to the earliest settlements in North Carolina. 74 Wayne County Museum * 116 N. William St. 79 Cherry Hill (NR) Goldsboro, NC 27530 N.C. 58 Box 98 (919) 734-5023 Warrenton, NC 27589 www.waynecountyhistoricalnc.org (252) 257-4432. Neo-classical museum housing local art. 1858 Italianate plantation house attributed to builder John Waddell. 75 Old Waynesborough Park * Site of concert series and other cultural 801-B U.S. 117 South Bypass activities in spring and fall. Goldsboro, NC 27530 (919) 731-1653 80 Jacob Holt House *(NR) www.wcpl.org/waynesborough.htm 122 S. Bragg St. Park constructed on the site of the Warrenton, NC 27589 original county seat, Waynesborough, to (252) 257-0337 preserve the tradition, history, structures 1857 Italianate residence of Warren and artifacts of pre-1875 Wayne County. County builder, Jacob Holt, who is credited with building many plantation Lake Waccamaw Depot homes in the area. 76 Museum *(NR) 203 Flemington Drive Old Gates County Lake Waccamaw, NC 28450 81 Courthouse *(NR) (910) 646-1992 115 Court St. The Depot Museum features exhibits Gatesville, NC 27938 highlighting the history of the area (252) 357-0110 surrounding Lake Waccamaw. A rare example of a Federal-style seat of local government, now serving as a county library with exhibits.

179 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 82 BB&T (Arts Council of Wilson) *(NR) 124 E. Nash St. Wilson, NC 27893 (252) 291-4329 www.wilsonarts.com A 1903 Neo-Classical bank building now converted into an arts center.

83 Asa Biggs House (NR) 100 E. Church St. Williamston, NC 27892 (800) 776-8566

www.albemarle-nc.com/martin/ N.C. & Travel Tourism history/biggs.htm Cupola House in Historic Edenton Early-19th century house with Greek Revival additions. 86 Old Martin County Courthouse (NR) Fort Branch — Confederate 84 215 E. Main St. Earthen Fort *(NR) Williamston, NC 27892 2883 Fort Branch Road (252) 792-3562 Hamilton, NC 27840 www.albemarle-nc.com/martin/ (800) 776-8566 history/courthse.htm www.fortbranchcivilwarsite.com Built in 1885, an unusual example of late Confederate fort with museum, -19th century architecture, combining original cannons, local Indian and Italianate, Medieval and Victorian colonial artifacts and an annual battle elements in a castle-like structure. reenactment in November. 87 St. Martin’s Church *(NR) Blount-Bridgers House/ 85 South First Street Hobson Pittman Memorial Hamilton, NC 27840 Gallery *(NR) (252) 798-5561 130 Bridgers St. Built in 1874, this Gothic Revival Tarboro, NC 27886 church contains unique English stained (252) 823-4159 glass windows. 1808 plantation home of Thomas Blount. Historic period rooms on the 88 Williamston Historic first floor and permanent collection Commercial District (NR) of N.C. artist Hobson Pittman on the P.O. Box 506 second floor. Williamston, NC 27892 Includes parts of a seven-block downtown area bounded by Main, Watts, Church and Haughton streets.

180 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP 89 Edna Boykin Cultural Center 93 Newbold-White House *(NR) 108 W. Nash St. 151 Newbold Road Wilson, NC 27893 Hertford, NC 27944 (252) 291-4320 (252) 426-7567 www.wilsonarts.com www.newboldwhitehouse.com A 650-seat proscenium theatre with an North Carolina’s oldest brick house, built exhibition gallery in its lobby, the EBCC is in 1730, featuring leaded casement Wilson’s home for the performing arts. windows, Flemish bond brickwork and period furnishings. 90 Historic Edenton Tour (NR) 116 E. King St. 94 Atlantic Coastline Railroad Edenton, NC 27932 Station & Warehouse *(NR) (252) 482-3400 108 Gladden St. www.visitedenton.com Washington, NC 27889 Tour starts at 1892 Ziegler House (252) 946-2504 (Visitors Center), goes to 1767 Chowan The first stop on Washington’s historic County Courthouse; 1757 Cupola walking tour. Built in 1906, it features House, finest Jacobean-style house south bi-monthly art exhibits. of ; the James Iredell House, home of a prominent 18th century 95 Historic Bath State Historic North ; the Penelope Barker Site *(NR) House; and St. Paul’s Church (Episcopal), Carteret Street the second oldest church in the state. Bath, NC 27808 (252) 923-3971 91 Hope Plantation (NR) www.nchistoricsites.org/bath/bath. 132 Hope House Road htm Windsor, NC 27983 Four buildings featuring colonial, federal (252) 794-3140 and late federal styles. Each displays www.hopeplantation.org aspects of early life of the oldest town in Mansion built circa 1803. King- North Carolina, incorporated in 1705. Bazemore and Samuel Cox homes also on grounds. View Agrarian Society and 96 Belhaven Memorial rural domestic plantation life. Museum* 210 E. Main St. 92 Port O’Plymouth Roanoke Belhaven, NC 27810 Museum *(NR) (252) 943-3055 302 E. Water St www.beaufort-county.com/Belhaven/ Plymouth, NC 27962 museum/Belhaven.htm (252) 793-1377 An early-20th century structure, which Historic train depot is now a houses a collection of “everything” museum housing exhibits about — like browsing through your the Battle of Plymouth in 1864 and grandmother’s attic. Washington County.

181 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Chicamacomico Lifesaving 97 Station (NR) 23645 N.C. 12 Rodanthe, NC 27968 (252) 987-2401 www.chicamacomico.net 1911 lifesaving station is a museum of the lifesaving service. Several buildings date to 1874.

Roanoke Island Festival Park 98 — Home of the Elizabeth II * N.C. 400 (opposite Manteo waterfront) Manteo, NC 27954 (252) 475-1500 www.roanokeisland.com A full-scale reproduction of a sailing vessel typical of those that brought the first colonists to America. N.C. & Travel Tourism The Lost Colony Outdoor Drama The Lost Colony Outdoor 99 Drama * 101 Somerset Place (NR) 1409 National Park Drive 2527 Lake Shore Road Manteo, NC 27954 Creswell, NC 27928 (252) 473-3414 (252) 797-4560 www.thelostcolony.org www.nchistoricsites.org/somerset/ Waterside theater is home to the somerset.htm nation’s first and longest running family rice plantation, including outdoor drama, “The Lost Colony.” 1830 home built for Josiah Collins III. One of the largest antebellum Octagon House Restoration plantations in North Carolina at 1,400 100 (NR) cultivated acres. It is located on the 30868 U.S. 264 grounds of . Engelhard, NC 27824 (252) 925-5201 102 Beaufort Historic Site (NR) One of the few octagonal houses in 130 Turner St. North Carolina — it serves as home to Beaufort, NC 28516 the Chamber of Commerce and has a (252) 728-5225 local museum. www.beauforthistoricsite.org A tour of authentically restored and furnished houses and public buildings of the 18th and 19th centuries.

182 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Frisco American Indian City of Morganton Municipal 103 Museum and Natural History 107 Auditorium Center (NR) 401 S. College St. 53536 N.C. 12 Morganton, NC 28655 Frisco, NC 27936 (828) 438-5294 (252) 995-4440 (828) 433-SHOW www.nativeamericanmuseum.org/ www.commaonline.org American Indian artifacts, historical and The City of Morganton Municipal educational exhibits and self-guided Auditorium offers more than 100 trails through woods. entertainment events each year including musical acts, theatre St. John in the Wilderness performances and lectures. 104 Church (NR) 1905 Greenville Highway Averasboro Battlefield Flat Rock, NC 28731 108 Museum (828) 693-9783 P.O. Box 1811 www.stjohnflatrock.org/ Dunn, NC 28335-1811 This church was established in 1836 and (910) 891-5019 is the first Episcopal Church in Western www.averasboro.com North Carolina. Many well-known Museum with exhibits covering the members of Southern Aristocracy have history of the Civil War battle of family plots in the church yard. Averasboro in March 1865.

Churches of the Frescoes- Gen. William C. Lee Airborne 105 St. Mary’s 109 Museum N.C. 194 209 W. Divine St. West Jefferson, NC 28694 Dunn, NC 28334 (336) 982-3076 (910) 892-1947 Created by native North Carolinian Ben www.generalleeairbornemuseum. Long. Mary, Great with Child; John org the Baptist; and The Mystery of Faith Museum honoring the life of Gen. grace the sanctuary. Creations by Long’s William C. Lee and the development of students also line the walls of this early airborne warfare in the United States. -20th century church.

Churches of the Frescoes- 106 Holy Trinity Church 195 J.W. Luke Road Glendale Springs, NC 28629 (336) 982-3076 www.churchofthefrescos.com Features the Fresco of the Lord’s Supper by Ben Long, a North Carolina native. Holy Trinity dates to the early 1900s. Other works include Jeffrey Mims’ Fresco of Christ’s Departure.

183 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Graveyard of the 113 Thalian Hall 110 Atlantic Museum 310 Chestnut St. P.O. Box 191 Wilmington, NC 28402 Hatteras, NC 27943 (800) 523-2820 (252) 986-2995 Performing Arts Center that has been in Museum dedicated to the preservation, continuous use since 1858. advancement and presentation of maritime history and the shipwrecks off 114 Burgwin-Wright House North Carolina’s Outer Banks. 224 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28401 111 U.S.S. North Carolina (910) 762-0570 P.O. Box 480 www.burgwinwrighthouse.com Wilmington, NC 28402 Built in 1770, the house with gardens (910) 251-5797 is the oldest museum house in Restored World War II Battleship, southeastern North Carolina, with décor located on the Cape Fear River in and exhibits highlighting colonial living. downtown Wilmington. 115 Bellamy Mansion Cape Fear Coast Convention 503 Market St. 112 and Visitors Bureau Wilmington, NC 24 N. Third St. (910) 251-3700 Wilmington, NC 28401 www.bellamymansion.org (877) 406-2356 One of North Carolina’s most spectacular Information center providing information examples of antebellum architecture built about the Cape Fear region of on the eve of the Civil War by free and North Carolina. enslaved black artisans. Now, the house is a museum focusing on history and design arts.

N.C. & Travel Tourism U.S.S. North Carolina and downtown Wilmington 184 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP Cape Fear Museum of History Core Sound Waterfowl 116 and Science 120 Museum & Heritage Center 814 Market St. 1785 Island Road Wilmington, NC 28401 Harkers Island, NC 28531 (910) 798-4350 www.capefearmuseum.com (252) 728-1500 www.coresound.com 117 Outer Banks History Center A special place to explore Down East’s 1 Festival Park Blvd. maritime heritage through living Manteo, NC 27954 traditions, community exhibits and (252) 473-2655 exploration along the Willow Pond trails www.obhistorycenter.net A museum dedicated to preserving that connect the Museum with Cape history of the Outer Banks. Lookout National Seashore Visitor Center

Blue and Gray Information 118 Center 101 East New Bern Road, Kinston, NC 28504 (on US 70 near Route 258) (252) 522-0004 This area visitor center stands on the site of the 1862 First and is a few miles west of the Battle of Wyse Fork, fought in the waning days of the war in 1865. Information and exhibits describe both battles. Also find information about the CSS Neuse and many other of the area’s Civil War resources. Open daily.

Ocracoke Preservation 119 Society Museum 49 Water Plant Rd Ocracoke, NC 27960 Ocracoke Island, NC 27960 (252) 928-7375 www.ocracokepreservation.org Museum in the historic, century-old David Williams house showcases village history. Porch talks on historic topics are offered .

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NCDOT Scenic Byways Program, N.C. State Parks Roadside Environmental Unit, Scenic N.C. Department of Environment and Byways Natural Resources 1557 Mail Service Center Division of Parks and Recreation Raleigh, NC 27699-1557 1615 Mail Service Center (919) 733-2920 Raleigh, NC 27699-1615 www.ncdot.gov/~scenic (919) 733-4181 www.ncsparks.net Travel Information (Attractions, Special Events Calendar, U.S. Forest Service Welcome Centers, etc.) 160-A Zillicoa St. N.C. Department of Commerce, Asheville, NC 28802 N.C. Travel and Tourism Division (828) 257-4200 4324 Mail Service Center www.cs.unca.edu/nfsnc Raleigh, NC 27699-4324 (919) 733-4171 OR 1-800-VISIT-NC N.C. Historic Sites www.visitnc.com N.C. Department of Cultural Resources, Division of Archives and History N.C. Ferry System 4620 Mail Service Center (Rates and Schedules) Raleigh, NC 27699-4620 NCDOT Ferry Division (919) 733-7862 8550 Shipyard Road www.ah.dcr.state.nc.us/sections/hs Manns Harbor, NC 27953 (252) 473-3461 OR 1-800-BY-FERRY Blue Ridge Parkway www.ncferry.org 199 Hemphill Knob Road Asheville, NC 28803 (828) 271-4779 www.nps.gov/blri

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For Information on Accommodations:

N.C. Bed & Breakfast and Inns Association 509 Pollock St. New Bern, NC 28560 1-800-849-5392 www.ncbbi.org

N.C. Campground Owners Association 1002 Vandora Springs Road Garner, NC 27529 (919) 779-5709

N.C. Restaurant and Lodging Association 6036 Six Forks Road Raleigh, NC 27609 (919) 844-0098 www.ncra.org

187 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP bibliography

Barrett, John G. Sherman’s March Through the Carolinas. The University of North Carolina Press, 1956.

Bisher, Catherine W., and Michael T. Southern. A Guide to the Historic Architecture of Eastern North Carolina. The University of North Carolina Press, 1996.

Division of Archives and History. Guide to North Carolina Highway Historical Markers. North Carolina Division of Archives and History, 1990, 8.

Federal Writers Project. North Carolina: A Guide to the Old North State. North Carolina Department of Conservation and Development, 1939.

Powell, William S. North Carolina Gazetteer. The University of North Carolina Press,1968, 3.

The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation. Yours to Discover! North Carolina State Parks and Recreation Areas,1995.

Powell, William S. The W.P.A. Guide to the Old North State. The University of South Carolina Press, 1988.

Preservation/North Carolina. The Complete Guide to North Carolina’s Historic Sites. www.nchistoricsites.org

Robinson, Blackwell P. The North Carolina Adventure. Moore Publishing Company, 1969.

Sakowski, Carolyn. Touring the Western North Carolina Backroads. John F. Blair, Publisher, 1995.

Schoenbaum, Thomas J. Islands, Capes, and Sounds. John F. Blair, Publisher, 1982.

Warren, Jule B. North Carolina Yesterday and Today. The North Carolina Education Association, 1941.

188 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP notes

189 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP The N.C. Scenic Byways Program identifies and highlights scenic roads with unusual, exceptional or unique intrinsic qualities for public viewing and enjoyment.

Education Tourism Preservation Sustainability

This book has been designed to be used in conjunction with the N.C. State Transportation Map. Copies are free of charge and may be requested by calling 1-877-DOT-4YOU or by visiting www.ncdot.gov/maps.

This booklet was prepared by the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Roadside Environmental Unit and Communications Office. Photos provided by NCDOT, N.C. Division of Travel and Tourism and various individuals.

Printing of this booklet was made possible by a Scenic Byways Grant from the Federal Highway Administration.

North Carolina Scenic Byways is furnished free of charge and is not to be sold or used for promotional, commercial or political purposes.

This publication is printed on recycled paper. June 2008

190 BACK TO TABLE OF CONTENTS BACK TO BYWAYS MAP N.C. Scenic Byways This publication is developed solely within the N.C. Department of Transportation’s Roadside Environmental Unit and Communications Office.

Don G. Lee, CPESC State Roadside Environmental Engineer

Jeff Lackey Scenic Byways Coordinator

Helen Landi Highway Beautification Director

Jer Warren Barrier Graphic Designers

Greer Beaty Communications Director

Nicole Burris Lisa Crawley Andrew Sawyer Editors

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