Henderson County Map, North Carolina
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Henderson County, North Carolina
Henderson County is in the Blue Ridge Mountains region of western North Carolina. Hendersonville is the county seat and is known as the “City of Four Seasons”. It’s a popular retirement destination.
The area is famous for its apple orchards. In fact, it’s one of the largest apple-producing counties in North Carolina. DuPont State Recreational Forest is a local treasure. It’s where parts of “The Hunger Games” were filmed.
The county has a thriving arts community so you’ll find galleries, theaters, and music venues throughout. Historic Main Street in Hendersonville is a must-visit. Finally, the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site is here to preserve the legacy of the famous poet.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Henderson County |
| County Seat | Hendersonville |
| Population | Approximately 120,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Hendersonville, Flat Rock, Laurel Park |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 26, U.S. Route 64, U.S. Route 25 |
| FIPS Code | 37-089 |
| Total Area | 375 square miles (land and water) |
| Adjacent Counties | Buncombe County (North), Rutherford County (Northeast), Polk County (East), Greenville County, South Carolina (South), Transylvania County (West), Haywood County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| State | North Carolina |
| Coordinates | 35.3164° N, 82.4576° W |
| Etymology | Named after Leonard Henderson, Chief Justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court |
| Major Landmarks | Dupont State Recreational Forest, Flat Rock Playhouse |
| Website | Henderson County Website |
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Henderson County Road Map
Mountain roads twist around forests and ridges in Henderson County. I-26 cuts across the county from northwest to southeast. U.S. Route 64 runs east-west, connecting towns like Hendersonville and Etowah. Zoom into our road map below to follow every curve.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Henderson County Satellite Map
Forests dominate, dark and thick from space. Hendersonville appears as light grey in the middle, surrounded by green. Though scattered urban areas show up, nature is still in charge here.
OUTLINE MAP
Henderson County Blank Map
The shape of Henderson County is uneven, with corners carved by mountains. It borders South Carolina to the south.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 6 neighboring counties of Henderson County:
North Carolina County Map
North Carolina’s 100 counties don’t all play by the same rules. Some lean into beach life, others into barbecue or bluegrass. Sometimes all three. You’ll find waterfalls, farmland, and NASCAR.