Other Attractions

Big baits produce some big smallmouth bass for anglers like Tim Laws.

Mountain Glory Festival: Each October the City of Marion sponsors an all-day street festival with local artisans displaying and selling their creations. For more information call 1-828-3551.

Linville Gorge: Linville Gorge offers spectacular mountain vistas. The main routes are The Blue Ridge Parkway, US 321 and NC 181. Wilderness hiking and camping are also major attractions. For more information call Pisgah National Forest-Grandfather Ranger District, 1-828-652-2144.

Catawba Falls: The Catawba River tumbles 70 feet near Old Fort, North Carolina. Travel on Catawba River Road off Exit 73 of Interstate 40. Permission of the landowner is required.

Linville Falls: Linville Falls is a cataract of 120 feet at one end of Linville Gorge. The Falls can be reached from a parking lot near Linville, North Carolina.

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