Alleghany County Map, North Carolina
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Alleghany County, North Carolina
Alleghany County sits in the northwestern corner of North Carolina, bordering Virginia. It’s up in the Blue Ridge Mountains with fantastic views and outdoor adventures.
Sparta is the only town and serves as the county seat. The New River is one of the oldest in the world and flows through here. It’s quiet and rural. Locals are proud of their heritage.
Christmas tree farms cover the hillsides. The Blue Ridge Parkway skirts the southern edge of the county. Visitors come to Stone Mountain State Park for hiking and rock climbing. You’ll find some of the best trout fishing in the state here.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Alleghany County |
| County Seat | Sparta |
| Population | Approximately 12,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Sparta, Laurel Springs, Glade Valley |
| Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 21, North Carolina State Route 18, North Carolina State Route 113 |
| FIPS Code | 37-005 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 285 square miles (283 sq mi land, 2 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Grayson County, Virginia (North), Ashe County (West), Surry County (East), Wilkes County (South) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 36.5000° N, 81.4000° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Alleghany Mountains, which are located in the area |
| Major Landmarks | New River, Doughton Park, Stone Mountain State Park |
| Website | Alleghany County Website |
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