Madison County Map, North Carolina

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Madison County, North Carolina

Madison County is up in the mountains of western North Carolina. It’s a region of beauty and rich traditions. Marshall is the county seat and sits right on the French Broad River.
People have been “taking the waters” here for centuries. In fact, Madison has some of the best whitewater rafting in the state. The Appalachian Trail runs through the northern part of the county.
The county is known for its traditional mountain music. You can hear it at local jam sessions and festivals. The locals are fiercely proud of their mountain heritage. It’s the kind of place where old-time skills like canning and quilting are still valued.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Madison County |
County Seat | Marshall |
Population | Approximately 22,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Marshall, Hot Springs, Mars Hill, Weaverville |
Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 25, U.S. Route 70 |
FIPS Code | 37-115 |
Total Area | 451 square miles (land and water) |
Adjacent Counties | Greene County, Tennessee (North), Unicoi County, Tennessee (Northeast), Yancey County (East), Buncombe County (South), Haywood County (Southwest), Cocke County, Tennessee (Northwest) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
State | North Carolina |
Coordinates | 35.7908° N, 82.6710° W |
Etymology | Named after James Madison, 4th President of the U.S. |
Major Landmarks | Pisgah National Forest, Max Patch |
Website | Madison County Website |
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