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Explore McDowell County
ramed by the Blue Ridge Parkway and Pisgah
National Forest, The Blue Ridge Travelers’ towns
include Little Switzerland, Linville Falls, Lake James,
Marion and Old Fort. Adventure enthusiasts will find plenty
of opportunities for outdoor recreation as they explore
the pristine wilderness areas, trout streams, miles of hiking,
waterfall and mountain biking trails, and spectacular Lake James
with 6,812 acres and over 150 miles of shoreline. Lake James is
home to two state parks with a swimming beach, canoe/kayak
rentals, hiking and mountain bike trails.
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Young’s Mountain / Kit