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Cove Creek, NC

North Carolina · Watauga County

Cove Creek is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 1,533. Residents earn $53,898 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,533 Population 180/sq mi density
$53,898 Median Income $38,763 per capita
$247,700 Home Value $441,350 Zillow
$931 Median Rent 45.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
178 Violent Crime/100K 1,887 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$53,898 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$247,700 home value, $931/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
178 violent crimes/100K (53% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $53,898
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $247,700
12% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 178/100K
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.7%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $931
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

How Cove Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,533
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density180/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,898
Per Capita$38,763
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$3,193M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$247,700
Rent$931
Ownership88.3%
Zillow$441,350
Housing Units723
Rent Burden45.7%

Crime

F
Violent178/100K
Property1,887/100K

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking14.4%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation3,181 ft (970 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.7%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+12.9%
School Score6.77

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute28 min
Broadband94.0%
EV Stations20
Libraries2

Is Cove Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cove Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cove Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cove Creek is $53,898, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cove Creek is $247,700, 12% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Cove Creek is below the national average at 178 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,887 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cove Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches, including 48.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cove Creek has a population of 1,533 with a density of 180 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.9% female and 53.1% male. The city is predominantly White (88.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.9% of residents, while 8.1% speak Spanish. 2.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 91.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,533
Total Population
180
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cove Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish 8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cove Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cove Creek is $53,898, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,763. The average weekly wage is $924, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,018 business establishments, including 180 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 11.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cove Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,898
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,763
Avg Weekly Wage$924
IRS Avg AGI$81,568
Gini Index0.509 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,018
County GDP$3,193M

Business (County)

Restaurants180
Healthcare167
Retail304
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,223
21% above US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cove Creek is $247,700, 12% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $441,350, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $931 (20% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 88.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 723 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $4,223 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 45.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$247,700
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$441,350

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$931
20% below US avg
Rent Burden45.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership88.3%
Owner-Occupied88.3%
Renter-Occupied11.7%
Housing Units723
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,223
21% above US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Cove Creek, 34.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 31.1% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 18.6% report binge drinking. 21.5% are physically inactive. 27.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.1% experience frequent mental distress. 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,261. The dentist ratio is 1:1,312. 86.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Cove Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,261
Dentists1:1,312
Mental Health1:191
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits61.6%
Premature Death6,649/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access86.6%
Healthcare Facilities167
Cove Creek has a violent crime rate of 178 per 100,000 residents, 53% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,887 per 100,000, 4% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cove Creek receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Cove Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent178.4/100K
53% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,886.9/100K
4% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Cove Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 48.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 3,181 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,181 ft (970 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates36.2874°N, 81.7864°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWatauga County County
Nearest AirportFoothills Regional (MRN)
34 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.0"
29% above US avg
Snowfall 48.2"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.00"
Driest Month (Dec) 3.43"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score71.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability61.5 / 100
Community Resilience68.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave No Rating
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively High
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 14, 2025.

Nov 10, 2012 6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky M4.2 147 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 60 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 58 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 126 km
Nov 8, 1990 5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky M3.2 144 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 122 km
Apr 29, 2018 10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee M3.1 144 km
Apr 13, 2001 11 km W of Sneedville, Tennessee M3.0 142 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 23 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 93 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 53 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 18 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 123 km
Aug 14, 2009 4 km ENE of Nickelsville, Virginia M2.9 74 km
Jul 4, 2009 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 147 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 65 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 101 km
Feb 12, 2021 8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee M2.8 67 km
Jul 15, 2021 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 136 km
May 23, 2023 4 km N of West Canton, North Carolina M2.8 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hugo (1989, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1989 Hugo Category 1 187 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

164 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 19 fatalities, 291 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 7, 1998 EF4 59 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF4 93 km 4
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 43 km 3
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 85 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 96 km 6
Jul 10, 1980 EF3 52 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 64 km 1
May 26, 2022 EF2 84 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 70 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 75 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 22 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 82 km 0
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 86 km 0
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 87 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 73 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 74 km 0
Jul 7, 2005 EF2 75 km 0
Jul 7, 2005 EF2 98 km 0
May 7, 1998 EF2 76 km 0
May 7, 1998 EF2 88 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY RIDGE (12,405 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 BRUSHY RIDGE 12,405 48 km
2016 PARTY ROCK 8,572 100 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 53 km
2016 CHESTNUT KNOB 6,418 75 km
2016 SILVER MINE 6,082 100 km
1985 UNNAMED 4,610 67 km
2022 LOST BEAR RX FY2022 4,276 75 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 51 km
2016 CLEAR CREEK 3,493 70 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,976 44 km
2000 TIPTON HILL 2,661 49 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,242 31 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,194 79 km
2013 LOST BEAR EAST 2,167 75 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,026 69 km
2008 SUNRISE 1,906 49 km
2015 UNNAMED 1,879 60 km
2018 UNNAMED 1,812 66 km
2016 RAILROAD GRADE 2016 1,790 30 km
2013 CALIFORNIA CREEK 1,758 63 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 4.0 in
March 41°F (5°C) 5.0 in Wettest
April 49°F (10°C) 4.2 in
May 57°F (14°C) 4.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 4.6 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 67°F (19°C) 4.5 in
September 62°F (17°C) 4.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 4.1 in
December 35°F (2°C) 3.4 in Driest

Cove Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 33°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and December the driest (3.4").

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Cove Creek is located in Watauga County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 34.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 12.9% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 52.3% of the vote, a 6-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 20 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 167 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.3%
D 52.3%

Winner: Democrat by 6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.7%
3% above US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+12.9%
School Test Score6.77
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro / Urban 20K+
Population Density180/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi
CountyWatauga County County

Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Avg Download Speed238.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed52.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations20
Alt Fuel Stations23
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants180
Retail Stores304

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%
Average costs for common services in Cove Creek. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $236 ($141–$377)
Specialist Visit $330 ($189–$519)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($94–$330)
Emergency Room Visit $2,075 ($754–$4,715)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71–$189)
Dental Filling $236 ($141–$377)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141–$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377–$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94–$330)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141–$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772–$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377–$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187–$14,145)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,415 ($472–$3,301)
Divorce (Contested) $14,145 ($4,715–$28,290)
DUI Defense $4,715 ($1,886–$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,415 ($754–$2,829)
Will Preparation $472 ($189–$943)
Trust Preparation $2,358 ($943–$4,715)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71–$236)
Manicure $24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$123)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.87 ($2.83–$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.30 ($2.36–$4.72)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.36–$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.24 ($2.83–$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.19 ($3.77–$7.07)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.57–$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75–$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71–$472)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,886 ($1,132–$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.54–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$236)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,132 ($566–$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $943 ($472–$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly) $377 ($189–$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $943 ($377–$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,788 ($4,715–$28,290)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $283 ($141–$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($94–$377)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$781
Toddler$649
Preschool$699
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$686
Toddler$536
Preschool$671
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Watauga County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 4,300 205 $22,204 1.88
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,864 176 $65,945 1.07
Retail Trade 3,504 292 $30,974 1.40
Construction 1,082 257 $52,752 0.82
Arts & Entertainment 922 44 $28,408 2.18
Administrative & Waste Services 911 129 $42,360 0.62
Professional & Technical Services 908 246 $83,111 0.52
Real Estate 764 168 $46,492 1.96
Other Services 675 156 $37,712 0.89
Wholesale Trade 517 62 $62,298 0.52
Manufacturing 482 50 $35,363 0.23
Management of Companies 311 8 $76,417 0.73
Finance & Insurance 296 58 $82,578 0.29
Educational Services 173 27 $33,060 0.33
Information & Technology 157 36 $75,349 0.33

Schools in Cove Creek

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cove Creek Elementary Elementary 294 29 10.1:1
Mabel Elementary Elementary 156 19 8.2:1
Bethel Elementary Elementary 134 17 7.9:1
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Radio Stations near Cove Creek

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Cove Creek

19 campgrounds found near Cove Creek.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Johns River Road Backcountry Camping 5.0/5 2 $15
BACKBONE ROCK RECREATION AREA PAVILIONS 4.9/5 1 $50
HURRICANE CAMPGROUND 4.8/5 21 $20–$40
BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 11 $10–$20
GRINDSTONE 4.6/5 $24–$36
WATAUGA POINT RECREATION AREA 4.6/5 2 $30
DENNIS COVE CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 14 $10–$20
FOX CREEK HORSE CAMP 4.5/5 3 $5
Jacobs Creek Campground (TN) 4.5/5 27 $12
CARDENS BLUFF CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 42 $12
LITTLE OAK CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 66 $10
BEARTREE 4.3/5 38 Free
CAROLINA HEMLOCKS REC AREA 4.3/5 39 $28–$70
Julian Price Campground 4.3/5 192 $30
Linville Falls Campground 4.3/5 64 $30–$45
Mortimer Campground 4.3/5 17 $20–$30
OLD VIRGINIA GROUP HORSE CAMP 4.0/5 1 $50
RACCOON BRANCH CAMPGROUND 3.9/5 17 $20–$27
THE LAURELS PICNIC AREA PAVILIONS 3.5/5 2 $30

National Parks Near Cove Creek

39 national parks and monuments found near Cove Creek.

ParkTypeFee
Bear Paw State Natural Area State Park Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Blue Ridge Parkway Parkway Free
Bobs Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Breaks Interstate Park State Park Free
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Chimney Rock State Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Fonta Flora State Trail State Park Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park State Park Free
Grayson Highlands State Park State Park Free
Hungry Mother State Park State Park Free
John And Landon Carter House State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake James State Park State Park Free
Lake Norman State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area State Park Free
Mount Mitchell State Park State Park Free
NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land State Park Free
New River State Park State Park Free
New River Trail State Park State Park Free
Pineola State Natural Area State Park Free
Pisgah View State Park State Park Free
Shot Tower Historic State Park State Park Free
South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
South Mountains State Park State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum State Park State Park Free
Stone Mountain State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Sycamore Shoals State Park Free
Warriors Path State Park Free
Wilderness Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free

Trails Near Cove Creek

325+ trails found near Cove Creek.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
MST - GRANDFATHER RD 71.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 17.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
IRON MOUNTAIN 16.4
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 14.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
FLATWOODS HORSE TRAIL 13.8
LINVILLE GORGE 12.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WILSON RIDGE 12.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACK MOUNTAIN CREST 11.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 8.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOST COVE LOOP 8.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HOLSTON MOUNTAIN TRAIL 7.5
SHORTOFF 7.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WILSON CREEK 6.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
STEELES CREEK 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 6.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
YANCEY RIDGE 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HARPER CREEK 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAUREL FORK TRAIL 5.8
HOLSTON MOUNTAIN WEST 5.8
ROGERS RIDGE TRAIL 5.8
BROWN MOUNTAIN 2 5.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
LEWIS FORK 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
OLD 84 5.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BROWN MOUNTAIN 1A 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
BROWN MOUNTAIN 9 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
PINE RIDGE 4.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH HARPER CREEK 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 4.5 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
STAMPING GROUND HORSE TRAIL 4.3
POND MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS TRAIL 4.3
LITTLE POND MOUNTAIN 4.3
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GREENTOWN 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROCK JOCK 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COLBERT RIDGE 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OVERMOUNTAIN VICTORY NHT GFR 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TAYLORS VALLEY 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOUNT ROGERS 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BROWN MOUNTAIN 1 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
SCHOOLHOUSE RIDGE 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HACK LINE TRAIL 3.2
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ESTES MILL 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RAIDER CAMP 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OLD DUG RD 3.1
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGHTREE ROCK 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CREST 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
GREENTOWN SHORTCUT 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 2.8 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
YELLOW BUCK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JERRYS CREEK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HOLLY SPRINGS 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SLABTOWN 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BROWN MOUNTAIN 1B 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
BEARTREE GAP 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LACY TRAP TRAIL 2.5
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SAWMILL 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JOSIAH HIKING TRAIL 2.4
WOODY RIDGE 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WOODRUFF RIDGE 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GRASSY BRANCH 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
GENTRY CREEK FALLS 2.3
OLD HOMESTEAD TRAIL 2.3
BROWN MOUNTAIN 3 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
KABEL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
JONAS RIDGE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEARPEN 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
STRAIGHT MOUNTAIN 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BROWN MOUNTAIN 7 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
MORRELL TRAIL 2.1
BARTEE BRANCH 2.1
BROWN MOUNTAIN 10 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
BRUSHY RIDGE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PERSIMMON RIDGE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FAIRWOOD VALLEY 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CABIN RIDGE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BACKBONE ROCK 2.0
PINE MOUNTAIN 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BIG WILSON CREEK 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.8 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MULLINS BRANCH 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SAUNDERS 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE RIDGE CONNECTOR 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HELTON CREEK 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RUSH 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BIG LOST COVE CLIFFS 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ELK GARDEN 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HIGHTREE ROCK 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DICKEY KNOB 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.7 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BARTON GAP 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHESTNUT RIDGE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SHORT SPUR 1.7
LITTLE OAK 1.6
WRIGHT HOLLOW 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
GEM 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THIRD PEAK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SUGAR MAPLE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROWLANDS CREEK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FIRST PEAK 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.5 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JACKIE STREET 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
UPPER CREEK FALLS 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BROWN MOUNTAIN 5 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TIMBER RIDGE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BROWN MOUNTAIN 1 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.5 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SPENCE RIDGE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CONLEY COVE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CURRIN VALLEY 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUZZARD DEN 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PHILLIPS BRANCH 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CLIFFSIDE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WRIGHT HOLLOW 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
RHODODENDRON GAP 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DEVILS HOLE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLINT MILL 1.3
WILSON CREEK SPUR 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FEATHERCAMP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HELTON CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LITTLE LOST COVE CLIFFS 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BILL CRUMP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BABEL TOWER 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ORCHARD SPUR 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
STRAIGHT BRANCH 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BROWN MOUNTAIN 4 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
NORTH HARPER CREEK FALLS 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUSHWACKER 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CLOUDLAND 1.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
COON DEN FALLS 1.2
TABLE ROCK GAP 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE TABLE ROCK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JERRYS CREEK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
PINCH-IN 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE OAK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 1.1
HURRICANE KNOB 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JACKIE STREET 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
NORTH HARPER SHORTCUT 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE WILSON CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HAWKSBILL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BYNUM BLUFF 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SHAW GAP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KIRK HOLLOW 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BEARPEN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 1.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HEMLOCK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SKULLS GAP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
FEATHERCAMP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHINA CREEK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WHITE ROCKS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TENNESSEE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HAMPTON-BLUELINE TRAIL 0.9
FIRST PEAK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROWLANDS CREEK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
OVERMOUNTAIN VICTORY TRAIL 0.9
COMERS CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BROWN MOUNTAIN 8 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
OLD ORCHARD 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
FURNACE BRANCH 0.8
HUNT FISH FALLS 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SWITCHBACK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BEARTREE LAKE 0.8 ASPHALT Yes
JERRYS CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BOBBYS 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEARTREE GAP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HELTON CREEK SPUR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BROWN MOUNTAIN 6 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
OVERMOUNTAIN VICTORY NHT APP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JOSIAH HORSE TRAIL 0.7
TABLE ROCK SUMMIT 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SPRINGS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CARDENS BLUFF HIKING TRAIL 0.7
BEECH GROVE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MULLINS BRANCH 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WILBURN RIDGE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROWLANDS CREEK 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SCALES 0.7 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
IRON MOUNTAIN SPUR A 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WHISPERING WATERS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUGAR MAPLE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WILSON CREEK 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MOUNT ROGERS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GRASSY RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FIRST PEAK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CREST 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHINA CREEK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FEATHERCAMP RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LUM 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MOUNT ROGERS SPUR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THUNDERHOLE FALLS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WHITETOP LAUREL FISHING 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
FLATTOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DICKEY KNOB 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DARKSIDE CLIFFS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHINA CREEK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLATTOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CREST 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CURRIN VALLEY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LUM 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GRASSY BRANCH 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MOUNT ROGERS TIE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 0.4 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
GRASSY BRANCH 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
JACOBS TRAIL 0.4
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WATAUGA POINT HIKING TRAIL 0.4
HURRICANE MOUNTAIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LEWIS FORK SPUR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DICKEY GAP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HURRICANE CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CABIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE LAUREL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUCKEYE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROAN MTN GARDENS NRT 0.3 ASPHALT Yes
HIGH WATER ALTERNATE TRAIL 0.3
SCALES 0.3 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JACKIE STREET SPUR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BACKBONE FALLS TRAIL 0.3
HIGHTREE ROCK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
FLATTOP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ORCHARD SPUR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LITTLE WILSON CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LEWIS FORK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HORNE KNOB 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HELTON CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
YANCY 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COMERS CREEK FALLS 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
STRAIGHT BRANCH 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEECH GROVE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
STEELES CREEK CONNECTOR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROAN MTN GARDENS NRT LOOP B 0.2 ASPHALT Yes
SAUNDERS SHELTER SOUTH 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHINA CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LIVERY 0.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WISEMANS VIEW 0.2 ASPHALT Yes
RACCOON BRANCH 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUGAR MAPLE 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SCALES 0.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
THORPES CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SWITCHBACK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SAWMILL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUZZARD DEN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HELTON CREEK SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BILL VINES 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LINVILLE FALLS 0.2 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes
ROAN MTN GARDENS NRT LOOP A 0.2 CONCRETE Yes
SWITCHBACK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN CABIN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLATTOP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TAYLORS VALLEY SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DEEP GAP SPRING 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLATTOP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HELTON CREEK SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
FLATTOP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SAUNDERS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SWITCHBACK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LEWIS FORK TIE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SCALES 0.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TRIMPI SHELTER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HELTON CREEK SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CHESTNUT RIDGE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LITTLE WILSON CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SAUNDERS SPRING 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ORCHARD SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
THOMAS KNOB SPRING 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LEWIS FORK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SUGAR HOLLOW POND 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
IRON MOUNTAIN SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OLD ORCHARD SPRING 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DEVILS CELLAR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GRASSY BRANCH 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOUNT ROGERS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THIRD PEAK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LOVERS LEAP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SWITCHBACK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HELTON CREEK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LEWIS FORK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TRIMPI SPRING 0.0 Yes
WRIGHT HOLLOW 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
THIRD PEAK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
GRASSY BRANCH 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LEWIS FORK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DICKEY KNOB 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WISEMANS VIEW LOOP 0.0 ASPHALT Yes
SWITCHBACK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HELTON CREEK SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
OLD ORCHARD 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes

Museums in Cove Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BLOWING ROCK ART & HISTORY MUSEUMART MUSEUM159 CHESTNUT STREET8282959099$1,127,744
BLOWING ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$29,616
APPALACHIAN CULTURAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM400 UNIVERSITY HALL DRIVE7042623117
APPALACHIAN HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
ARBORCREST GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER8282654873
AVERY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8287337111
BEECH MOUNTAIN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BUTLER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4237683880
BUTLER WATAUGA VALLEY HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM4237683880
CATHERINE J. SMITH GALLERYART MUSEUM8282627338
CHILDREN'S PLAYHOUSECHILDREN'S MUSEUM8282630011
CROSSNORE COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DANIEL BOONE NATIVE GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER651 HORN IN THE WEST DRIVE
F. KENNETH AND MARJORIE J. MCKINNEY GEOLOGY TEACHING MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8282627609
GREATER BANNER ELK HERITAGE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION7990 HICKORY NUT GAP RD8288983634
HICKORY RIDGE HOMESTEAD MUSEMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8282642120
HISTORIC BANNER ELK SCHOOLHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JOHNSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LOOKING GLASS GALLERYART MUSEUM8282622000
TURCHIN CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTSART MUSEUM8282623017
WATAUGA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 34538282644275
WATAUGA HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION119 GARLAND CEMETERY RD4234746246

Libraries in Cove Creek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
JOHNSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY219 N. CHURCH STREET0.041,056

Farmers Markets in Cove Creek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Avery County Farmers MarketNewland Elementary School Parking Lot Highway 18
Blowing Rock Fresh MarketLocated between Memorial Park and the American Legion on Wallingford StreetVisit
High Country Farmers Market178 King StVisit
Johnson County Farmers Market110 Court St.05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Mountain City Farmers Market1273 S. Shady Street
Shull's Farmer and Gardener Co-op4249 Roan Creek RoadVisit
The Garden Barn Farmers MarketSouth Shady Street
Valle Crucis Farmers Market at Mast GeneralBehind the Mast General Store
Watauga County Farmers' Market591 Horn In the West Drive05/03/2014 to 11/29/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Cove Creek

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sharpie's Restaurant

Theatres in Cove Creek

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amphitheater

Gas Stations in Cove Creek

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citgo
Marathon

Breweries in Cove Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Blowing Rock BreweryBars & Clubs, Food & Drink, Nightlife, Breweries152 Sunset Dr18284149600
Blowing Rock Brewing Co.Brewery129 Greenway Ct8284149600Visit
Blowing Rock InnBrewery, Beer Garden, Motel, Brewery, and Beer Garden, Motel157 Hill St8282957921
Lost Province Brewing CompanyBrewery and Pizza Place Downtown Boone130 N Depot St8282653506Visit

EV Charging Stations in Cove Creek

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
MAST GENERAL STATION 13565 NC-194ChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Cove Creek

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
6101 Sink Valley Rd (123206)LTOWER95
2705 HWY 421 N (66855)LTOWER85
(Mountain City Relo) 1.3 miles off Pinecrest RoadTOWER79
(Mountain City Relo) 1.3 miles off Pinecrest RoadTOWER79
1346 PINECREST ROAD (66854)LTOWER79
11441 Hwy 421 North (66856)LTOWER79
(Beech Mtn) 2069 Balm HwyLTOWER47
(Beech Mtn) 2069 Balm HwyLTOWER47
2737 CROSS MOUNTAIN ROAD (108438)GTOWER45
4720 SAINT MARKS ROAD (66398)MTOWER36

Fire Stations in Cove Creek

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Beaverdam Fire Department1928 Bethel RDVolunteer828-297-4393
Cove Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.193 Smith STVolunteer828-297-1375
Zionville Volunteer Fire DepartmentPO Box 6Volunteer828-297-4812

Bridges in Cove Creek

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19552714,500F
CulvertConcrete continuous1956265,206F
CulvertConcrete continuous1956315,206F
CulvertConcrete continuous1956385,206F
CulvertConcrete continuous1956375,206F
CulvertConcrete continuous1956305,206F
CulvertConcrete continuous1956395,206F
CulvertConcrete continuous1956625,206F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20131004,500F
CulvertConcrete continuous2005341,300G
CulvertSteel1985231,000F
SlabPrestressed concrete201272910G
SlabPrestressed concrete201933800G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199527800P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1959113770F
CulvertConcrete200952520G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199528500F
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron201942450G
CulvertSteel197828440F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195926390F
CulvertSteel198821380F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195137380F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196846370P
SlabPrestressed concrete2009115370G
CulvertConcrete continuous195523369F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196126350F
SlabPrestressed concrete201548330G
SlabPrestressed concrete200762300G
CulvertSteel199641270F
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron199824240G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197932200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196850170F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199638160F
SlabPrestressed concrete201548160G
SlabPrestressed concrete201552150G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201992130G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195852100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196226100P
CulvertConcrete201839100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201310290G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19965090F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19673150F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20052740F
CulvertSteel19962430F
CulvertConcrete19983120G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19529820F

Airports Near Cove Creek

47 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hickory Regional AirportHKYMedium Airport
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA AirportTRIMedium Airport
Alexander County AirportSmall Airport
Ashe County AirportSmall Airport
Avery County Morrison FieldSmall Airport
Boone Inc AirportSmall Airport
Brown AirportSmall Airport
Catron FieldSmall Airport
Center FieldSmall Airport
Clyde Valley AirportSmall Airport
Crumley FieldSmall Airport
Elizabethton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Elk River AirportSmall Airport
Fly Sky AirportSmall Airport
Flying Bj AirportSmall Airport
Flying W AirportSmall Airport
Foothills Regional AirportMRNSmall Airport
Friendship FieldSmall Airport
Gryder-Teague AirportSmall Airport
Indian Springs AirportSmall Airport
Johnson City AirportSmall Airport
Johnson County AirportSmall Airport
Laneys AirportSmall Airport
Lanni FieldSmall Airport
Little Mountain AirportSmall Airport
Lonesome Pine AirportLNPSmall Airport
Lower Creek AirportSmall Airport
Maxwell AirportSmall Airport
Mountain Air AirportSmall Airport
Mountain Empire AirportSmall Airport
Mountain View AirportSmall Airport
Mouse and Snake Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Patton Valley AirportSmall Airport
Shiflet FieldSmall Airport
Silver Creek AirportSmall Airport
Skyland AirportSmall Airport
Skyline Peak AirportSmall Airport
South Fork FieldSmall Airport
Southern Skies AirstripSmall Airport
Southfork AirportSmall Airport
Stieger FieldSmall Airport
Strawberry Ridge AirstripSmall Airport
Taylorsville AirportSmall Airport
Virginia Highlands AirportVJISmall Airport
White Oak Stand AirportSmall Airport
Wilkes County AirportIKBSmall Airport
Wilson's AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Cove Creek

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Appalachian State University Police / Traffic & Parking Department461 Rivers Street
Banner Elk Police Department
Beech Mountain Police Department403 Beech Mountain Parkway
Mountain City Police Depatrment210 210 Old South Church St
Town of Blowing Rock Police Department
Town of Boone Police Department & Town Council Chambers1500 Blowing Rock Road
Watauga County Sheriff's Office184 Hodges Gap Road

Grocery Stores in Cove Creek

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Cove Creek StoreConvenience Store1182 US Highway 321
Dollar General 16057Other12370 US Highway 421 N
STONE MOUNTAIN GENERAL STOREConvenience Store1880 Bethel Rd

Post Offices in Cove Creek

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sugar Grove Post Office1205 US Highway 321 North
Trade Post Office
United States Postal Service12416 US-421 North

Treatment Centers in Cove Creek

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Daymark Recovery ServicesBoth828-733-5889
Frontier Health - Johnson County Counseling CenterBoth423-727-2100
High Country Community HealthSubstance Abuse828-737-0221
High Country Community HealthSubstance Abuse828-262-3886
Johnson County Community Hospital - Senior Life Solutions IOPMental Health423-727-2235

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cove Creek

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
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REGENERATION CHURCH394 VANDERPOOL RD
WATAUGA COMMUNITY CHURCHPO BOX 12

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cove Creek

What is the population of Cove Creek?

Cove Creek has a population of 1,533 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 180 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.9% female and 53.1% male.

Is Cove Creek expensive to live in?

Cove Creek is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $53,898, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $247,700 (12% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cove Creek safe?

Cove Creek is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 178 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,887 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Cove Creek receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cove Creek?

Cove Creek has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.0 inches, with 48.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Cove Creek?

The job market in Cove Creek is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $924. There are 2,018 business establishments in the area, including 180 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 11.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cove Creek?

The median home value in Cove Creek is $247,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $441,350. For renters, the median monthly rent is $931. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 88.3%. The average annual property tax is $4,223.

How are the schools in Cove Creek?

Schools in Cove Creek score 6.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 34.7% of adults in Cove Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 12.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cove Creek?

The obesity rate in Cove Creek is 34.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 21.5% are physically inactive. 27.7% of residents report depression. 9.5% lack health insurance. 86.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,261.

What is transportation like in Cove Creek?

The average commute in Cove Creek is 28 minutes. 76% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cove Creek?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cove Creek is 88.1% White, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 91.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.1% speak Spanish. 2.2% of the population are military veterans. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 91.6% have health insurance coverage.

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