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Cullowhee, NC

North Carolina · Jackson County

Cullowhee is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 7,300. Residents earn $35,076 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,300 Population 1,916/sq mi density
$35,076 Median Income $12,587 per capita
$836 Median Rent 34.7% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
499 Violent Crime/100K 6,828 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$35,076 median income, 8.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$836/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
499 violent crimes/100K (31% above avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $35,076
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 499/100K
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.4%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.5%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population7,300
Median Age20.9 yrs
Density1,916/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$35,076
Per Capita$12,587
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty21.5%
County GDP$2,188M
Commute20 min

Housing

B+
Rent$836
Ownership7.7%
Zillow$410,787
Housing Units1,969
Rent Burden34.7%

Crime

F
Violent499/100K
Property6,828/100K

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking18.2%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain54.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation2,155 ft (657 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.4%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+16.4%
School Score5.47

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute20 min
Broadband57.2%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Cullowhee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cullowhee receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Cullowhee has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cullowhee is $35,076, 53% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 499 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,828 per 100,000, 248% above the national average.

Education

29.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cullowhee enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Cullowhee has a population of 7,300 with a density of 1,916 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age is 20.9 years, 46% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 8.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91% of residents, while 9% speak Spanish. 3.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 6.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,300
Total Population
1,916
People / sq mi
20.9yrs
Median Age
46% below US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cullowhee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish 9.0%
33% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cullowhee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cullowhee is $35,076, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $12,587 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $933, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,271 business establishments, including 132 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cullowhee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,076
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,587
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$66,990
Gini Index0.490 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.5%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,271
County GDP$2,188M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare110
Retail179
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,687
5% above US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $410,787. Homes sell for 99.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% 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. 7.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,969 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2004. The average annual property tax is $3,687. 34.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$410,787

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$317
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,294
Rent Burden34.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership7.7%
Owner-Occupied7.7%
Renter-Occupied92.3%
Housing Units1,969
Median Year Built2004

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,687
5% above US avg
In Cullowhee, 39.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.3% of residents, above the national average. 36.6% have high blood pressure. 18.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.3% report binge drinking. 27.2% are physically inactive. 28.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 12.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,400. The dentist ratio is 1:2,261. 98.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Cullowhee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Uninsured12.1%
41% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,400
Dentists1:2,261
Mental Health1:210
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits55.3%
Premature Death10,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access98.5%
Healthcare Facilities110
Cullowhee has a violent crime rate of 499 per 100,000 residents, 31% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,828 per 100,000, 248% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cullowhee receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent498.7/100K
31% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property6,827.8/100K
248% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents42
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Cullowhee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 301 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 54.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.3 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 2,155 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,155 ft (657 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density1,916/sq mi
Coordinates35.3097°N, 83.1815°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyJackson County County
Nearest AirportAsheville Regional (AVL)
37 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.2"
43% above US avg
Snowfall 4.3"
Wettest Month (Mar) 7.05"
Driest Month (Oct) 4.61"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score80.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability89.2 / 100
Community Resilience38.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

139 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 23, 2025.

May 10, 2025 21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee M4.1 78 km
Jan 20, 2020 2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee M3.8 146 km
Jul 30, 1997 6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee M3.8 138 km
Jul 5, 1995 12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee M3.7 89 km
Jun 17, 1998 9 km SSE of Coalfield, Tennessee M3.6 130 km
Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 23 km
Mar 5, 2019 7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee M3.4 121 km
Apr 20, 2010 4 km SW of Maryville, Tennessee M3.3 87 km
Apr 11, 2006 5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee M3.3 118 km
Aug 31, 2009 2 km NNE of Friendsville, Tennessee M3.3 100 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 41 km
May 10, 2006 3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee M3.2 113 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km S of New Market, Tennessee M3.2 84 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km N of Sevierville, Tennessee M3.2 81 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee M3.2 105 km
Apr 29, 2018 10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee M3.1 111 km
Oct 30, 1991 9 km NNE of Eton, Georgia M3.1 146 km
Sep 24, 1991 6 km NE of Greenback, Tennessee M3.0 95 km
Nov 24, 2012 7 km NE of Sevierville, Tennessee M3.0 74 km
Nov 10, 1992 4 km ESE of Greenback, Tennessee M3.0 94 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 2 201 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

233 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 302 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 83 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 78 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 100 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 87 km 6
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 99 km 2
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 71 km 0
Nov 15, 1989 EF3 86 km 0
May 27, 1973 EF3 91 km 0
Mar 23, 2022 EF2 60 km 0
Apr 25, 2020 EF2 86 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF2 60 km 0
Oct 8, 2017 EF2 72 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 83 km 0
Apr 10, 2009 EF2 98 km 0
Aug 26, 2008 EF2 88 km 0
Aug 29, 2005 EF2 85 km 0
Jan 7, 1998 EF2 78 km 0
Sep 16, 1996 EF2 84 km 0
Jun 26, 1994 EF2 53 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF2 85 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ROCK MOUNTAIN (25,224 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 ROCK MOUNTAIN 25,224 47 km
2016 CHIMNEY TOPS 2 14,998 51 km
2016 TELLICO 14,172 37 km
2016 BOTELER 8,626 52 km
2016 PARTY ROCK 8,572 87 km
2024 RX - T26 BRUSHY RIDGE 8,324 85 km
2016 PINNACLE MOUNTAIN 7,869 51 km
2016 MAPLE SPRINGS 7,696 69 km
2016 SILVER MINE 6,082 75 km
2001 SHARP 6,039 33 km
2024 RX - T10 MILLER RIDGE 5,154 87 km
2013 BEAVER DAM 4,336 85 km
2022 LOST BEAR RX FY2022 4,276 98 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,888 87 km
2019 COW CAMP 3,786 82 km
2016 CAMP BRANCH 3,234 37 km
2023 PANTHER KNOB 3,170 40 km
2019 JACK DAVIS/DOGWOOD SPRINGS RX 3,120 87 km
2001 LARMAN 3,072 75 km
2010 COW CAMP-A 2,953 82 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 5.9 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 5.8 in
March 45°F (7°C) 7.1 in Wettest
April 52°F (11°C) 5.2 in
May 60°F (15°C) 6.1 in
June 66°F (19°C) 5.6 in
July 74°F (23°C) 5.7 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 5.5 in
September 64°F (18°C) 5.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 4.6 in Driest
November 45°F (7°C) 5.8 in
December 38°F (3°C) 5.9 in

Cullowhee has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 37°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 68.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (7.1") and October the driest (4.6").

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Cullowhee is located in Jackson County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 29.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. 16.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 54% of the vote, a 9.4-point margin. 57.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 110 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 70.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54%
D 44.6%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents42
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.4%
13% below US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+16.4%
School Test Score5.47
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,916/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi
CountyJackson County County

Services

Broadband Access57.2%
Avg Download Speed57.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed32.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants132
Retail Stores179

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%
Average costs for common services in Cullowhee. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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$783
Toddler$761
Preschool$365
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$719
Toddler$632
Preschool$565
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jackson County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 2,503 136 $27,570 1.90
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,070 110 $60,934 1.00
Retail Trade 1,814 175 $34,307 1.25
Construction 796 188 $55,676 1.05
Arts & Entertainment 773 28 $47,997 3.18
Administrative & Waste Services 599 106 $48,016 0.70
Other Services 405 100 $38,960 0.93
Manufacturing 289 26 $56,291 0.24
Wholesale Trade 192 32 $55,426 0.34
Real Estate 186 74 $60,178 0.83
Finance & Insurance 182 38 $62,625 0.31
Transportation & Warehousing 154 28 $68,334 0.25
Educational Services 99 14 $50,247 0.33
Information & Technology 73 23 $52,626 0.27
Utilities 62 6 $86,140 1.13

Colleges & Universities in Cullowhee

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Western Carolina University Public · Graduate 13,205 86.7% $4,532 $8,532

Schools in Cullowhee

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cullowhee Valley School Elementary 619 44 14.1:1
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Radio Stations near Cullowhee

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WHLC - Soft & Easy Favorites MP3 64 kbps
540 WRGC The River adult contemporary AAC+ 64 kbps
WBSY 98.5 FM americana, bluegrass MP3 128 kbps
WCRK 105.7 FM classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Cullowhee

50 campgrounds found near Cullowhee.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Cliffside Lake Shelters 5.0/5 2 $30–$40
COLLINS CREEK PICNIC PAVILION 5.0/5 2 $32
APPALACHIAN CLUBHOUSE 4.8/5 1 $300
BALSAM LAKE LODGE 4.8/5 1 $170
DEEP CREEK GROUP CAMP 4.8/5 3 $50
PINK BEDS PICNIC SHELTER 4.8/5 1 $50
BIG CREEK CAMPGROUND (GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK) 4.7/5 12 $30
CATALOOCHEE CAMPGROUND 4.7/5 27 $30
CHEOAH POINT CABIN 2 4.7/5 1 $40
METCALF BOTTOMS PICNIC PAVILION 4.7/5 2 $32
Sunburst 4.7/5 9 $25
TWIN CREEKS PICNIC PAVILION 4.7/5 1 $75
VAN HOOK GLADE 4.7/5 12 $24–$40
CATALOOCHEE GROUP CAMP 4.6/5 3 $50
COSBY GROUP CAMP 4.6/5 3 $50
GREENBRIER PICNIC PAVILION 4.6/5 2 $16
MOUNT PISGAH CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 126 $30
SPENCE CABIN 4.6/5 1 $200
WHITE PINE SOUTH GROUP CAMP 4.6/5 1 $60
BALSAM MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 43 $30
BIG CREEK GROUP CAMP 4.5/5 1 $30
CATALOOCHEE HORSE CAMP 4.5/5 7 $30
COSBY CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 157 $30
DAVIDSON RIVER 4.5/5 132 $37–$74
Deep Creek Campground (NC) 4.5/5 92 $30
KUYKENDALL GROUP CAMP 4.5/5 1 $130
SMOKEMONT CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 142 $30
STANDING INDIAN CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 81 $26–$100
Tate Branch Campground (Clayton, GA) 4.5/5 18 $15
BIG CREEK HORSE CAMP 4.4/5 5 $36
CHERRY HILL CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 29 $15
COSBY PICNIC PAVILION 4.4/5 2 $32
COVE CREEK LOWER GROUP CAMP 4.4/5 1 $130
ELKMONT CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 211 $30
ELKMONT GROUP CAMP 4.4/5 4 $38–$75
Harmon Den Campground 4.4/5 22 $15
ROUND BOTTOM HORSE CAMP 4.3/5 5 $30
Sarah's Creek Campground (Clayton, GA) 4.3/5 19 $10
COVE CREEK UPPER GROUP CAMP 4.2/5 1 $130
Low Gap Campground 4.2/5 13 $12
WHETSTONE HORSE CAMP 4.2/5 18 $15–$30
DEEP CREEK PICNIC PAVILION 4.1/5 2 $32
SYCAMORE FLATS PICNIC SHELTER 4.1/5 1 $50
Tallulah River Campground 4.1/5 16 $15
CHEOAH POINT CABIN 1 4.0/5 1 $40
SMOKEMONT GROUP CAMP 3.9/5 3 $50
WILLIS KNOB HORSE CAMP 3.8/5 8 $20–$30
Wolf Ford Horse Camp 3.7/5 11 $15–$30
West Fork Campground (Clayton, GA) 3.6/5 5 $10
TOW STRING HORSE CAMP 3 $30

National Parks Near Cullowhee

35 national parks and monuments found near Cullowhee.

ParkTypeFee
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Big Ridge State Park Free
Big Ridge State Park State Park Free
Black Rock Mountain State Park State Park Free
Blue Ridge Parkway Parkway Free
Caesars Head State Park State Park Free
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Chimney Rock State Park State Park Free
Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Free
Devils Fork State Park State Park Free
Don Carter State Park State Park Free
Gorges State Park State Park Free
Great Smoky Mountains National Park National Park Free
Jones Gap State Park State Park Free
Keowee-Toxaway State Park State Park Free
Lake Hartwell State Park State Park Free
Moccasin Creek State Park State Park Free
Mossy Creek State Park State Park Free
Mount Mitchell State Park State Park Free
Norris Dam State Park Free
Norris Dam State Park State Park Free
Oconee State Park State Park Free
Panther Creek State Park Free
Panther Creek State Park State Park Free
Paris Mountain State Park State Park Free
Pisgah View State Park State Park Free
President's Park State Park Free
Seven Islands State Park Free
Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel Park State Park Free
Table Rock State Park State Park Free
Tallulah Gorge State Park State Park Free
Tugaloo State Park State Park Free
Unicoi State Park State Park Free
Vogel State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Wayside State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Cullowhee

355+ trails found near Cullowhee.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BARTRAM NRT - NANTAHALA RD 68.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ANST - NANTAHALA RD 52.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MST - PISGAH RD 41.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BARTRAM 35.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHATTOOGA RIVER CANOE TRAIL 27.4 WATER
CHUNKY GAL 21.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ART LOEB NRT 17.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MST - NANTAHALA RD 16.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FOOTHILLS 14.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
WILLIS KNOB HORSE TRAIL 14.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOUTH MILLS RIVER 14.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHATTOOGA HIKING TRAIL 11.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 10.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHATTOOGA RIVER TRAIL 9.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TSALI LEFT LOOP 9.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WAYEHUTTA LOOP 8.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WINE SPRINGS LOOP 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
STONEWALL FALLS MOUNTAIN BIKE 8.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACK MOUNTAIN 8.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ART LOEB NRT 8.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FOOTHILLS 7.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
ELLICOTTS ROCK 7.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FORK MOUNTAIN 7.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAUREL MOUNTAIN 6.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DAVE THOMPSON LOOP 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ROCKY BALD LOOP 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEECH CREEK 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUCKHORN GAP 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MOUSE BRANCH LOOP 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
YELLOW MOUNTAIN 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUCK SPRINGS 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POWERLINE ROAD 6.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ANST - TUSQUITEE RD 5.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TURKEY PEN GAP 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BIG INDIAN LOOP 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
FOOTHILLS 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHATTOOGA RIVER 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GREEN MOUNTAIN 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE EAST FORK 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BARTRAM NRT - CHEOAH RD 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
PARK CREEK 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DARNELL CREEK HORSE TRAIL 4.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
FARLOW GAP 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SQUIRREL GAP 4.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SLATE ROCK 4.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WHITE TWISTER MOUNTAIN BIKE TR 4.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HURRICANE CREEK LOOP 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ART LOEB NRT 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
CHATTOOGA HIKING TRAIL 4.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
BARNETT BRANCH 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SHINING CREEK 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WINDING STAIRS TRAIL 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
KIMSEY CREEK 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OCONEE CONNECTOR 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
FLAT LAUREL CREEK 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CAT GAP LOOP 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OLD BUTT KNOB 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MST - PISGAH RD 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MAC'S GAP 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PARK RIDGE 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
BIG EAST FORK 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUCKEYE RIDGE HORSE 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SYCAMORE COVE 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
AVERY CREEK 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
NORTH SLOPE LOOP 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WESSER CREEK 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GREASY COVE 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOOKING GLASS ROCK 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG INDIAN LOOP 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
RABUN BALD 2.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BENNETT GAP 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BUCKEYE GAP 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DARNELL CREEK HORSE TRAIL LOOP 2.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HAYWOOD GAP 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOWER TRAIL RIDGE 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG CREEK 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BUTTER GAP 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PINK BEDS LOOP 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LONG BRANCH 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
GLADE TRAIL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SENIARD RIDGE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROBERT GAP HORSE 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BIG BEND 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
DEEP GAP BRANCH 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINK BEDS LOOP 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
FLETCHER CREEK 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COVE CREEK 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SQUIRREL GAP 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
DANIEL RIDGE 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PILOT ROCK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BUCK KNOB 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
BLACKWELL GAP LOOP 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CHERRY CREEK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THOMPSON CREEK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
IVESTOR GAP 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
EAST FORK TRAIL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
HORSE COVE GAP 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
APPLETREE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
3 FORKS 2.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
3 FORKS 2.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COLD SPRINGS HORSE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
3 FORKS 2.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOCUST GAP 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
YELLOW PATCH 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PILOT COVE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
GRAVEYARD RIDGE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
MOUSE BRANCH OVERLOOK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CHERRY RIDGE HORSE 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BEAR PEN GAP 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACK ROCK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BIG CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CANTRELL CREEK 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
STONY KNOB 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PANTHERTOWN VALLEY 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LONG BRANCH 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WHITESIDE MOUNTAIN NRT 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WINDY GAP LOOP 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
TURKEY KNOB 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JOHN ROCK 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CLIFFTOP VISTA 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HOLCOMB CREEK TRAIL 1.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THOMAS BRANCH 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHINQUAPIN 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COON TREE LOOP CONNECTOR 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLY GAP 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
RATTLESNAKE KNOB 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BLACKWELL GAP LOOP 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
IVESTOR GAP 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BUCKWHEAT KNOB 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
CANEY BOTTOM 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TIMBER RIDGE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOWER TRAIL RIDGE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DEVILS ELBOW 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
NORTH ROAD 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COLD MOUNTAIN 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SAWMILL BOTTOMS 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
DEEP GAP 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HIDDEN FALLS 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
CASE CAMP RIDGE 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LAUREL BRANCH 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HEMLOCK RIDGE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
LITTLE SAM 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUNSET CONNECTOR 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG GREEN 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DAVIDSON RIVER 1.3 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE INDIAN 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GREAT WALL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
EXERCISE TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RANGER FALLS LOOP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MIDDLE FORK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PERRY COVE 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GRAVEYARD RIDGE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FOREST DISCOVERY 1.2 ASPHALT Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTON MILL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TAMASSEE KNOB 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
BRACKEN MOUNTAIN TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
COON TREE LOOP 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOUNT PISGAH 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NANTAHALA RIVER BIKE TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PRESSLEY COVE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PANTHERTOWN VALLEY 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RAINBOW FALLS 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WILLIS KNOB RIVER ACCES 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SILER BALD SHELTER 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CLAWHAMMER COVE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WILLIS KNOB CAMP 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DIAMOND VALLEY 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEECH GAP 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
GRAVEYARD FIELDS 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WALTON BOG INTERPRETIVE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE GREEN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
GREENLAND CREEK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SLICK ROCK FALLS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FOREST FESTIVAL 1.0 ASPHALT Yes
CANTRELL CREEK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
RUFUS MORGAN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RIDING FORD 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
WARWOMAN DELL NATURE TRAIL 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SAM KNOB 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH SLOPE CONNECTOR 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HEMLOCK FALLS 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
PINK BEDS CONNECTOR 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
FOOTHILLS/CHATTOOGA CONNECTOR 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
UPPER FALLS 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MAX PATCH SHORT LOOP 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WILDERNESS FALLS 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUNSET RIDGE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
ART LOEB NRT 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
WEST FORK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAT GAP LOOP 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BLACK MOUNTAIN 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
COLEMAN RIVER 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG SCALEY 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TIMBER RIDGE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SCALY MOUNTAIN 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CLUB GAP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ADDIS GAP 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BILTMORE CAMPUS NRT 0.8 ASPHALT Yes
CHATTOOGA LOOP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CLIFFSIDE LOOP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH SLOPE LOOP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PILOT ROCK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH FACE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BRIDGES CAMP GAP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BARTRAM CHATTOOGA CONNECTOR 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PICKENS NOSE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GLEN FALLS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SAM KNOB SUMMIT 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WAGON ROAD GAP 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HOMESITE ROAD 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAT GAP BYPASS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GRANNY BURRELL FALLS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GREEN VALLEY 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOORE COVE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LICKLOG 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HORSE CAMP LOOP TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEARPEN GAP 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLANTON BRANCH 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
ANDY COVE NATURE NRT 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CLIFFTOP NATURE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GLEN FALLS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RANGER FALLS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
INDIAN RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WASLICK POPLAR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HURRAH RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FALL CREEK PORTAGE 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 2ND CONNECTOR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CARLTON'S WAY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
OVERLOOK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CAMP SHORTCUT 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ESTATOE 0.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes Yes
PINNACLE 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUNWALL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PARKER KNOB CONNECTOR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
BIG LAUREL FALLS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TWIN FALLS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SENIARD RIDGE CONNECTOR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SECRET FALLS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WOLF CREEK GORGE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KING CREEK TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
COURTHOUSE GAP 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GRAVEYARD RIDGE CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ART LOEB SPUR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MALONEE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BURRELLS FORD CAMPGROUND 0.4 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BRIDGES CAMP GAP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHINQUAPIN CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JONES KNOB 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG ISLAND FORD 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
UPPER WAYEHUTTA CREEK 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
POTTS MEMORIAL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COURTHOUSE FALLS 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
STATION COVE TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
WHITEWATER FALLS 0.3 ASPHALT Yes
STONEWALL SPUR B 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THRIFTS FERRY PORTAGE 0.3 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL
DEEP GAP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
IVESTOR GAP 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VAN HOOK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SKITTY CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RAIL LINE WAY 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
PARK CR RIDGE CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROBINSON 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 1ST CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ALBERT MOUNTAIN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAUREL MOUNTAIN CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
EARLS FORD PORTAGE 0.3 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL
SANDY FORD PORTAGE 0.3 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL
NATURE WALK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
STARENS BRANCH 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
UPPER WAYEHUTTA CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
SILER BALD VISTA 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CEMETERY LOOP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PILOT ROCK EXTENSION 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
WINDY GAP OVERLOOK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
LOCUST GAP CONNECTOR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
MTS ACCESS 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BETTY CREEK GAP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DICKS CREEK FALLS 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
GRANITE CITY 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SHINING CREEK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
3 FORKS SPUR A 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
STONEWALL SPUR A 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WILSON LICK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
3 FORKS SPUR B 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LONG MTN. TOWER 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
TSALI LEFT LOOP CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HWY 76 PORTAGE 0.1 ASPHALT
KIMSEY CREEK CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DRY FALLS 0.1 ASPHALT Yes
BIG EAST FORK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DEW FALLS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOSS MILL CREEK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
WOLF CREEK 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
SPOONAUGER TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
SILVER RUN FALLS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAUREL MOUNTAIN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUNSET RIDGE CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
DANIEL RIDGE CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MOONEY FALLS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MST - PISGAH RD 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GRIMSHAWES 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FOOTHILLS/CHATTOOGA CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
HAYWOOD GAP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SECOND FALLS OVERLOOK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BULL SLUICE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
SLICKROCK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BECKY BRANCH FALLS 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GRASSY ROAD 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROCKY GAP HORSE TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
IVESTOR GAP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
PADGET POPLAR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOONEY FALLS SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GREAT WALL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
RUFUS MORGAN SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
IVESTOR GAP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BRIDGES CAMP GAP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Cullowhee

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHEROKEE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION564 TSALI BLVD8284972111$1,988,204
MUSEUM OF THE CHEROKEE INDIANGENERAL MUSEUM589 TSALI BLVD HIGHWAY 441 N8284973481$1,565,221
CASHIERS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1940 N CAROLINA 1078287437710$350,477
MACON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8285249758$119,665
MUSEUM OF AMERICAN CUT AND ENGRAVED GLASSART MUSEUM$79,734
HIGHLANDS HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION524 N 4TH STREET8287871050$76,602
MUSEUM OF NORTH CAROLINA HANDICRAFTSART MUSEUM49 SHELTON STREET8284521551$30,298
SHELTON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION49 SHELTON STREET8284521551$30,298
APPALACHIAN WOMENS MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM$22,185
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF HAYWOOD CTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8285641044$8,221
BALSAM MOUNTAINARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER81 PRESERVE ROAD8286311062
COGGINS & COGGINSGENERAL MUSEUM8284974525
FINE ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM8282273591
FOLK HERITAGE ASSOCIAION OF MACON COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FRANCIS MILL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8284566307
JACKSON COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MOUNTAIN HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
SCOTTISH TARTANS MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM86 EAST MAIN ST8285247472
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS RESERVEARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER558 SUMMIT RIDGE RD
STARLAB PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WHEELS THROUGH TIME MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8289266266
WORLD METHODIST MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Cullowhee

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
HAYWOOD COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY678 S HAYWOOD ST0.0275,878

Farmers Markets in Cullowhee

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cashiers Tailgate Marketin Downtown Cashier, heading west on Hwy 64 , In the parking lot of Cashiers Community Center between Cashiers and fire station
Cherokee Farmer's Tailgate MarketAcquoni Road
Franklin Farmers MarketPalmer St.01/01/2017 to 12/31/2017Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Haywood's Historic Farmers Market250 Pigeon Street05/02/2015 to 11/28/2015Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Jackson County Farmers Market - Outdoor Market110 Railroad Avenue04/07/2018 to 10/01/2018Wed: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Jackson County Winter Farmers Market23 Central Street11/03/2018 to 03/30/2019Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Maggie Valley Farmers Tailgate Market2701 Soco Road
The 'Whee MarketNorth Country Club Drive04/03/2018 to 10/30/2018Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Waynesville Tailgate Market171 Legion Dr.

Restaurants in Cullowhee

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brown Dining Hall
Courtyard Cafe
El Sazon
Rodgers Bros
Speedy's Pizza
The Cat’s Table

Cafes in Cullowhee

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Concession Stand
Hillside Grind Coffeehouse
Java City Coffee
Starbucks
Starbucks

Theatres in Cullowhee

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Performance Hall
Theater

Monuments in Cullowhee

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Catamount Statue

Clinics in Cullowhee

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First Aid

Gas Stations in Cullowhee

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citgo
Exxon

Banks in Cullowhee

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

State Employees Credit Union

Gyms in Cullowhee

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Breese Gymnasium

Breweries in Cullowhee

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bearwaters BreweryBrewery and Pub130 Frazier St8285938679Visit
Boojum Brewery TaproomGastropub, Brewery, Gastropub and Brewery50 Main St8282460350Visit
Boojum Brewing CoBrewers357 Dayton Dr8289440888
Frog LevelBrewery, Bar56 Commerce St8284545664Visit
Innovation BrewingBrewery414 W Main St8285869678
Lazy Hiker Brewing CompanyBrewery Tours, Breweries, Food & Drink, Tours188 W Main St8283492337
The Sneak E Squirrel, Sneake SquirrelFood & Drink, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Breweries1315 W Main St8285866440

EV Charging Stations in Cullowhee

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
WCU Parking Deck40 Forest Hills RdNon-Networked8J1772public
Western Carolina University320 Memorial DrNon-Networked2J1772public
Western Carolina University - Lot 30 - Tesla Destination320 Memorial DrTesla Destination1TESLApublic

Fire Stations in Cullowhee

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Cullowhee Volunteer Fire Department4277 Little Savannah RDVolunteer828-293-5867

Bridges in Cullowhee

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19602114,500G
CulvertConcrete continuous1979779,500G
CulvertConcrete continuous1979677,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19901377,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19794787,000F
CulvertConcrete continuous1942224,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20173004,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20151804,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1964364,000G
CulvertConcrete continuous1979653,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1952663,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1975333,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1973862,800P
SlabPrestressed concrete2018281,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19412751,200F
CulvertConcrete continuous1989251,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1954611,000P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1984179750F
SlabPrestressed concrete2013158600G
SlabPrestressed concrete201833470G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2013104460G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196884460F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194041460P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196866460F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196681460P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197326450F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201651270G
SlabPrestressed concrete2018107250G
SlabPrestressed concrete199737210F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2016113210G
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron201937200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2009124150G
CulvertSteel198921150F
SlabPrestressed concrete201840140G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1972145130F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196346120P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196326100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196131100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19595160G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19615840P

Airports Near Cullowhee

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Asheville Regional AirportAVLMedium Airport
Western Carolina Regional AirportMedium Airport
Arrendale Forest StripSmall Airport
Barker Private STOL AirportSmall Airport
Big Creek Flying Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Big Sandy LandingSmall Airport
Brevard AirportSmall Airport
Cane Creek AirportSmall Airport
Davis FieldSmall Airport
Dumplin FieldSmall Airport
Eagle Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Flying Changes Farm Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Friendship FieldSmall Airport
Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge AirportGKTSmall Airport
Hawks Nest Farm AirportSmall Airport
Heaven's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Hendersonville AirportSmall Airport
Jackson County AirportSmall Airport
King FieldSmall Airport
King Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Knoxville Downtown Island AirportSmall Airport
Lagniappe STOL FieldSmall Airport
Macon County AirportSmall Airport
Mountain AirparkSmall Airport
Oconee County Regional AirportCEUSmall Airport
Oolenoy Valley AirportSmall Airport
Pickens County AirportLQKSmall Airport
Reagans Roost UltralightportSmall Airport
Seymour Air ParkSmall Airport
Six Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Skyline Peak AirportSmall Airport
Sossamon Field (Unused)Small Airport
Toccoa Airport - R.G. Letourneau FieldTOCSmall Airport
Tokeena Air ParkSmall Airport
Transylvania Community AirportSmall Airport
Tusquittee Landing AirportSmall Airport
Western North Carolina Air Museum AirportSmall Airport
Williamsport AirparkSmall Airport
Wingman AerodromeSmall Airport

Police Stations in Cullowhee

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cherokee Police Department137 Seven Clans Lane
Jackson County Sheriff's Office
Maggie Valley Police Department61 Summit Drive
Sylva Police Department
University Police Department
Waynesville Police Department9 South Main Street

Grocery Stores in Cullowhee

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Catamount Travel Center - Cullowhee 1Convenience Store4776 Little Savannah Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 18789Other27 Granite Cliff Dr
Los Garcias TiendaOther6 Walnut Cove Rd

Post Offices in Cullowhee

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cullowhee Post Office4710 Little Savannah Road
Student Mail Center

Treatment Centers in Cullowhee

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Euphoria Enterprises Inc - DBA Pisgah Recovery ServicesSubstance Abuse828-246-9828
Hazelwood Healthcare PLLCSubstance Abuse828-595-9000

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cullowhee

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COVENANT CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 2463

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Historic Markers
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UFO Sightings
3
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Haunted Places
3
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cullowhee

What is the population of Cullowhee?

Cullowhee has a population of 7,300 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 1,916 people per square mile, spread across 3.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 20.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Cullowhee expensive to live in?

Cullowhee 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 $35,076, 53% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Cullowhee safe?

The violent crime rate in Cullowhee is 499 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,828 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cullowhee receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cullowhee?

Cullowhee enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 54.2 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Cullowhee?

The job market in Cullowhee faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $933. There are 1,271 business establishments in the area, including 132 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 6.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cullowhee?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $836. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 7.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,687.

How are the schools in Cullowhee?

Schools in Cullowhee score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.4% of adults in Cullowhee hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. 16.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cullowhee?

The obesity rate in Cullowhee is 39.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.2% of adults are smokers. 27.2% are physically inactive. 28.3% of residents report depression. 12.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 98.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,400.

What is transportation like in Cullowhee?

The average commute in Cullowhee is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 70.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cullowhee?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cullowhee is 79.9% White, 8.2% Black or African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. 91% of residents speak only English at home, while 9% speak Spanish. 3.4% of the population are military veterans. 6.4% of residents have a disability. 90.0% have health insurance coverage.

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