Haywood County

Haywood County has all the splendor the Great Smoky Mountains has to offer in a quaint setting. With its 520,000 acres of pristine wilderness and more than a dozen peaks with elevations over 6,000 feet, gorgeous lakes, and sprawling forests are just a few of Mother Nature’s splendors that call Haywood County home. And if that weren’t enough, the Nantahala National Forest — North Carolina’s largest national forest — is nearby and includes the Nantahala River Gorge, a nine-mile stretch of the Nantahala River, which has become an international destination for whitewater rafters. 

Historic downtowns, festivals ripe with hometown spirit, orchards rich in family traditions and talented artisans alike form the rich community dynamic of Haywood County. Increasingly, folks are discovering that this area of the Smokies has all the components from which to make a lifetime of contentment.

Haywood County offers something for everyone – retirees, small business owners, families, and individuals. Many are drawn to the area for its natural beauty. Others enjoy the healthy temperate climate with pleasant summer days and invariably cool nights; others are looking to integrate themselves into its mountain culture.