Swain County Map, North Carolina

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Swain County, North Carolina

Tucked away in the mountains of western North Carolina, Swain County is a nature lover’s paradise. It’s home to part of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The scenery is breathtaking.
Bryson City is the county seat and is a charming mountain town. It’s a hub for outdoor adventures. The Nantahala River draws whitewater rafting from all over. You can ride the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad through gorgeous gorges.
Cherokee culture is still strong here. Part of the Qualla Boundary, home to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, lies in Swain County. Don’t forget about Fontana Lake that offers great fishing and boating. The county is mostly national parks and forest. That means lots of unspoiled wilderness to explore.
Category | Details |
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County Name | Swain County |
County Seat | Bryson City |
Population | Approximately 14,000 |
Cities, Towns, and Communities | Bryson City, Cherokee, Almond, Fontana |
Interstates and Highways | U.S. Route 19, U.S. Route 74 |
FIPS Code | 37-173 |
Total Area | 542 square miles (land and water) |
Adjacent Counties | Sevier County, Tennessee (North), Haywood County (East), Jackson County (Southeast), Macon County (South), Graham County (Southwest), Blount County, Tennessee (Northwest) |
Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
State | North Carolina |
Coordinates | 35.4260° N, 83.3825° W |
Etymology | Named after David Lowry Swain, a governor of North Carolina |
Major Landmarks | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Fontana Dam |
Website | Swain County Website |
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