Old Fort's Mountain Gateway Museum, Part Two.mov
Director, Terrell Finley's interview continues here! Learn about the history of Old Fort and western North Carolina! Drive I-40/Exit 73/Old Fort, north on Catawba Avenue, Right onto Water Street, museum is on the right! Open 7 days per week!
Standing Rock Falls at Gateway Mountain Community - Community in Old Fort, North Carolina
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Gateway Mountain offers buyers a combination of natural beauty and privacy in a well-established, low-density community. Located just 25 miles east of Asheville in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, the community features spacious forested lots, many with mountain views, priced from $50,000, with optional owner financing for selected lots. Existing homes and cabins are priced from $250,000.
Walking around Curtis Creek Campground - Old Fort, NC - RV Camping
Courtesy of Recreation.gov
Overview
Curtis Creek Campground is nestled in the mountains at the base of the Blue Ridge just minutes from the quaint town of Old Fort and less than an hour from the popular city of Asheville. Located in the first tract of National Forest land in the eastern US at the site of an old Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) camp, the campground is surrounded by old growth forests and roaring trout streams. The gravel road through the campground ascends to the Blue Ridge Parkway, providing easy access to the Mount Mitchell area.
Natural Features:
Located in rich mountain hardwood forests at an elevation of 2,000 feet, Curtis Creek Campground provides a secluded streamside setting. Curtis Creek, a popular trout stream surrounded by lush rhododendron and hemlock, runs along the east side of the campground. Old-growth forests cover the mountain peaks on either side of the valley. The Curtis Creek area provides beautiful scenery year-round, from stunning fall foliage displays to abundant spring and summer wildflowers.
Recreation:
Visitors to the campground can enjoy a variety of activities including fishing, swimming, day hiking, picnicking, and scenic driving. Curtis Creek is well known for its excellent trout fishing. Swimming holes along the creek provide wading opportunities on hot summer days. History buffs will enjoy exploring the remains of the old CCC buildings surrounding the campground. Two Forest Service trails depart from the campground. The Hickory Branch trail provides a short (approximately 1/2 mile) hike to a series of waterfalls, and longer hikes to access the backcountry area around Mackey Mountain. Mackey Mountain and the valley of Mackey Creek contain the largest unbroken tract of old-growth forest in the Pisgah National Forest. The Snooks Nose trail provides a strenuous hike to a ridge with beautiful views, eventually ending at the Blue Ridge Parkway. Many other Forest Service trails are within a short drive of the campground, including Catawba Falls and Point Lookout trail.
Facilities:
The campground provides a variety of campsites. There are three loops with 25 sites. One loop is fully accessible, barrier free and can accommodate RVs up to 35ft. A second loop features dispersed tent-only roadside sites that provide a secluded forest experience. A third loop features tent-only sites in an open grassy area. All sites include a tent pad, picnic table, lantern post, and fire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water pumps, and bear-proof trash and recycling receptacles are provided. A campground host is on site to provide visitor assistance.
Nearby Attractions:
Curtis Creek Campground is six miles from the town of Old Fort, which has a variety of restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, and medical facilities. Popular attractions in Old Fort include the Mountain Gateway Museum, the Old Train Depot, Davidson Fort, Catawba Falls, and Andrews Geyser. The campground is seven miles from the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, close to Mount Mitchell State Park. Visitors can make trips to nearby Black Mountain (15 miles) and Asheville (30 miles) to visit art galleries, shops, and restaurants.
Getting There:
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
35.6761, -82.1992
35°40'34N, 82°11'57W
From I-40, take Exit 73 towards Old Fort. Take Catawba Ave. north 0.5 miles to US-70E/E Main St. Turn right on US-70E and go 1.8 miles to Curtis Creek Rd. (Curtis Creek Campground sign). Turn left on Curtis Creek Rd. and drive 4 miles to campground.
Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)
109 East Lawing Drive
Nebo NC 28761
Phone Number:
Information: (828)652-2144
Website:
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Explore the grounds of an early French and Indian War battle at this fascinating state historic site.
Curtis Creek Campground - Old Fort, NC - RV camping
Courtesy of Recreation.gov
Overview
Curtis Creek Campground is nestled in the mountains at the base of the Blue Ridge just minutes from the quaint town of Old Fort and less than an hour from the popular city of Asheville. Located in the first tract of National Forest land in the eastern US at the site of an old Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) camp, the campground is surrounded by old growth forests and roaring trout streams. The gravel road through the campground ascends to the Blue Ridge Parkway, providing easy access to the Mount Mitchell area.
Natural Features:
Located in rich mountain hardwood forests at an elevation of 2,000 feet, Curtis Creek Campground provides a secluded streamside setting. Curtis Creek, a popular trout stream surrounded by lush rhododendron and hemlock, runs along the east side of the campground. Old-growth forests cover the mountain peaks on either side of the valley. The Curtis Creek area provides beautiful scenery year-round, from stunning fall foliage displays to abundant spring and summer wildflowers.
Recreation:
Visitors to the campground can enjoy a variety of activities including fishing, swimming, day hiking, picnicking, and scenic driving. Curtis Creek is well known for its excellent trout fishing. Swimming holes along the creek provide wading opportunities on hot summer days. History buffs will enjoy exploring the remains of the old CCC buildings surrounding the campground. Two Forest Service trails depart from the campground. The Hickory Branch trail provides a short (approximately 1/2 mile) hike to a series of waterfalls, and longer hikes to access the backcountry area around Mackey Mountain. Mackey Mountain and the valley of Mackey Creek contain the largest unbroken tract of old-growth forest in the Pisgah National Forest. The Snooks Nose trail provides a strenuous hike to a ridge with beautiful views, eventually ending at the Blue Ridge Parkway. Many other Forest Service trails are within a short drive of the campground, including Catawba Falls and Point Lookout trail.
Facilities:
The campground provides a variety of campsites. There are three loops with 25 sites. One loop is fully accessible, barrier free and can accommodate RVs up to 35ft. A second loop features dispersed tent-only roadside sites that provide a secluded forest experience. A third loop features tent-only sites in an open grassy area. All sites include a tent pad, picnic table, lantern post, and fire ring. Vault toilets, drinking water pumps, and bear-proof trash and recycling receptacles are provided. A campground host is on site to provide visitor assistance.
Nearby Attractions:
Curtis Creek Campground is six miles from the town of Old Fort, which has a variety of restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, and medical facilities. Popular attractions in Old Fort include the Mountain Gateway Museum, the Old Train Depot, Davidson Fort, Catawba Falls, and Andrews Geyser. The campground is seven miles from the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, close to Mount Mitchell State Park. Visitors can make trips to nearby Black Mountain (15 miles) and Asheville (30 miles) to visit art galleries, shops, and restaurants.
Getting There:
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
35.6761, -82.1992
35°40'34N, 82°11'57W
From I-40, take Exit 73 towards Old Fort. Take Catawba Ave. north 0.5 miles to US-70E/E Main St. Turn right on US-70E and go 1.8 miles to Curtis Creek Rd. (Curtis Creek Campground sign). Turn left on Curtis Creek Rd. and drive 4 miles to campground.
Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
CURTIS CREEK CAMPGROUND (NC)
109 East Lawing Drive
Nebo NC 28761
Phone Number:
Information: (828)652-2144
Website:
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Fun Days Old Fort North Carolina
Home for sale in mountains - Old Fort, NC
- Home for sale... Here is a short video presentation of a custom built log home in Old Fort, NC. This great home for sale is located on the mountain above Andrews Geyser (near the town of Black Mountain). GREAT Views!!!
Bedrooms - 3
Baths - 3 Full
Square Feet 3,095
Acres 1.800
County - McDowell
Year Built - 2006
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Cherokee Indian buildings from the early 1800's
Link to photos available as digital downloads for personal use only.
During the 1800's, the Cherokee Indians lived in hand crafted log buildings and farmed the land. The capital of the Cherokee Nation was located in New Echhota in the North Georgia Mountains. They lived in peace until the Trail of Tears when they were relocated to Oklahoma in 1831. A sad time in American History. You will see these farmstead buildings that have been preserved. You will see the two story brick home that belonged to Chief Vann. It was almost destroyed on purpose after Chief Vann was removed from his home, but today it stands in a Georgia State Historic Park near Chatsworth, Georgia, New Echota is a few miles south. I have converted all my photos to old time sepia for the time period. Photos are from winter and summer. Sit back and relax to the music and step back in time. Most photos will be available for sale on my Websites.
N&W 611 on the Old Fort Loops
On April 10th, 2016, the Virginia Museum of Transportation, NC Transportation Museum, and Norfolk Southern teamed up to operate an excursion train from Spencer to Asheville and back. The star of the show was N&W 611, which would lead NS 8099 and SOU 6133 on the trip.
Of course, the route would take the train through one of the most legendary railroad engineering feats in the east: The Old Fort Loops. Built between 1875 and 1879 by a predecessor of the Southern Railway, the unique track structure ascends the Blue Ridge Mountains at a steady 2.2% gradient. In a three mile long stretch, the tracks loop back on themselves three times to maintain the steady grade and fit in a compact area of less than 1 square mile.
611 performed beautifully on the ascent, and we were there to capture the climb through the loops with our drone. In addition to our loops sequence, you'll find clips from Asheville and Old Fort on the return trip east. Enjoy!
Rainbow at Andrews Geyser in Old Fort, NC
We stopped by Andrews Geyser to take some pics and video. It was a beautiful morning and the sun was hitting the water just right so I was able to capture this rainbow. Andrews Geyser is a man made geyser in Old Fort, North Carolina. Built in 1885 to mark the railroad gateway to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Restored in 1911 and again in 1975. It is fed by a dam and lake up on a hill that runs water down a 6 pipe to the geyser. It can shoot water 80ft or more into the air.
Footage shot using GH1 hacked to GH13.
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9 to 5 - Chasing Asheville-Old Fort, NC - Part 1
9 to 5 recently took a trip to Asheville, NC! Enjoy this video of chasing on the famed Old Fort Loops! This is part one of two. It is also the first video for 9 to 5's A Merry Railfan Christmas! Be sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!
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Proposed Historic Site Closures
Two mountain historic sites are facing closure. It's part of Governor Pat McCrory's budget plan released Wednesday. It would close five historic sites across the state and eliminate 12 jobs. Two of the sites are located in the mountains, Vance Birthplace in Weaverville and Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort. The state would save just under $500,000 by closing all five sites, part of the proposed $20.6 billion dollar budget. Many in the Old Fort community say if the Mountain Gateway Museum were to close, it would hurt tourism and other businesses in the area. The museum has been open since 1980. The museum administrator says they've been on the chopping block in the past and avoided being shut down. News 13 spoke with employees at the Vance Birthplace who say they pride themselves in being the gateway to Weaverville, and the closure could hurt tourism in the area. It's unknown if the closures will occur, until a final budget is approved.Follow Ingrid Allstaedt on Twitter @IngridNews13
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Morrow Mountain Trail Races
Morrow Mountain (Part of the Uwharrie Mountains) Great fun, January 12, 2013
Part of the Search for the Mountain Goat Trail race series.
Old Fort Mountain Music Tribute Film
For nearly 28 years, the town of Old Fort, North Carolina, the gateway to the Blue Ridge mountains hosted an old-timey gem, OLD FORT MOUNTAIN MUSIC. Harkening back to the days when after a long day of working in the fields, neighbors got together to play on the back porch, Old Fort kept the tradition alive until its recent closing. This film hopes to capture a taste of this musical legacy produced by the Center for Cultural Preservation as part of its Mountain Elder Wisdom series. More information can be found at saveculture.org
Catawba Falls - Waterfall in Old Fort, NC
Beautiful Catawba Falls located in Old Fort, NC. The waterfall itself is a breathtaking 100-foot fall with multiple cascades and levels. One of the best waterfalls in WNC we've had the privilege to explore! great trails and amenities and it's dog-friendly. More info:
UNC-TV North Carolina Now - Certified Entrepreneurial Communities®
Air Date: 02/28/11 (6.22 minutes). AdvantageWest's Certified Entrepreneurial Community® program is featured with a focus on the Haywood County CEC and how it helps communities attract and organize entrepreneurs such as Sunburst Trout Farm, Smoky Mountain News and the Gateway Club. Owners of each business talk about how being in a Certified Entrepreneurial Community has helped their businesses to not only flourish, but their community as well. Also, included is an interview with Scott Hamilton, AdvantageWest President & CEO.
Ribbon Cutting at United Services Credit Union in Old Fort, NC
On June 30, 2011, the McDowell Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony for United Services Credit Union in Old Fort, NC to celebrate their expansion of services to all residents of McDowell County. In attendance at the event were Bill Carrington, CEO of United Services Credit Union, Kim Thompson, Branch Manager of United Services Credit Union in Old Fort, and Garland Norton, Mayor of Old Fort. Representing the McDowell Chamber of Commerce were Rod Birdsong, Executive Director, Amy Johnson, 2011 President, and Kevin Griffin, 2011 Vice President.
New Jobs Coming to Old Fort
25 new jobs are coming to McDowell County as an Asheville company says it is expanding. SBFI North America announced it will invest more than one point four million dollars in Old Fort over the next three years. The company creates specialized computer desks for the financial sector, and currently has 90 employees in the state. The new jobs should be posted next week.nnwlos.com
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Fly Fishing Upper Catawba River Old Fort NC
A short video depicting a trout fishing trip to the Upper Catawba River near Old Fort, North Carolina. There are a number of rainbow trout in the Upper Catawba, which is managed under Wild regulations. Also, Upper and Lower Catawba Falls are on this portion of stream (but not included in this video).
Siege at Davidson's Fort
Great Event held in Old Fort NC the reenactment of the battle between the Cherokee Indians and the Settlers of the 1700's