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Valle Crucis, NC

North Carolina · Watauga County

Valle Crucis is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 243.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
243 Population 55/sq mi density
46°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
93 Violent Crime/100K 2,690 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
93 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
72.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Violent Crime 93/100K
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 72.9%
116% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population243
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density55/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

Per Capita$53,409
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,193M

Housing

Ownership68.4%
Zillow$544,786
Housing Units177
Rent Burden45.7%

Crime

F
Violent93/100K
Property2,690/100K

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking12.6%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation3,189 ft (972 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+72.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+48.5%
School Score6.77

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Broadband79.0%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Valle Crucis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valle Crucis receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Valle Crucis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Safety & Crime

Valle Crucis is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 93 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,690 per 100,000, 37% above the national average.

Education

Valle Crucis is a highly educated community / 72.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Valle Crucis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches, including 66.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Valle Crucis has a population of 243 with a density of 55 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 36.6% female and 63.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 68.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.7% of residents have a disability. 91.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

243
Total Population
55
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.4%
Female 36.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Valle Crucis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Valle Crucis vs U.S. Average

Per capita income is $53,409 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $924, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% 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. 33.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Valle Crucis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$53,409
Avg Weekly Wage$924
IRS Avg AGI$81,568
Gini Index0.509 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.5%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $544,786. Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 68.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 177 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1994. 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.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$544,786

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Homeownership68.4%
Owner-Occupied68.4%
Renter-Occupied31.6%
Housing Units177
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,223
21% above US avg
In Valle Crucis, 34.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 30.6% have high blood pressure. 12.6% are current smokers. 18.0% report binge drinking. 19.8% are physically inactive, below the national average. 27.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.5% experience frequent mental distress. 8.5% 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: Valle Crucis vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep30.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,261
Dentists1:1,312
Mental Health1:191
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits66.4%
Premature Death6,649/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access86.6%
Healthcare Facilities167
Valle Crucis has a violent crime rate of 93 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,690 per 100,000, 37% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Valle Crucis receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent92.8/100K
76% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,690.2/100K
37% above 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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Valle Crucis experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 299 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 57.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 66.5 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 3,189 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,189 ft (972 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.5 km²)
Population Density55/sq mi
Coordinates36.2156°N, 81.7966°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyWatauga County County
Nearest AirportFoothills Regional (MRN)
29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.8"
52% above US avg
Snowfall 66.5"
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

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 14, 2025.

Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 66 km
Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 149 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 68 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 120 km
Jun 5, 1998 4 km SSE of Mooresville, North Carolina M3.2 117 km
Nov 8, 1990 5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky M3.2 148 km
Apr 29, 2018 10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee M3.1 143 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 31 km
Aug 4, 2007 12 km ENE of Lake Lure, North Carolina M3.0 85 km
Apr 13, 2001 11 km W of Sneedville, Tennessee M3.0 143 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 46 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 129 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 13 km
Aug 14, 2009 4 km ENE of Nickelsville, Virginia M2.9 79 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 59 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 109 km
Feb 12, 2021 8 km SW of Banner Hill, Tennessee M2.8 64 km
May 23, 2023 4 km N of West Canton, North Carolina M2.8 119 km
Jul 15, 2021 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 143 km
May 12, 2017 6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 146 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 1 180 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

179 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 19 fatalities, 298 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 7, 1998 EF4 54 km 0
May 5, 1989 EF4 85 km 4
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 82 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 93 km 6
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 50 km 3
Jul 10, 1980 EF3 50 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 71 km 1
May 26, 2022 EF2 82 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF2 64 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 96 km 0
Jan 11, 2012 EF2 68 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 26 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 81 km 0
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 81 km 0
Oct 26, 2010 EF2 80 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 78 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 82 km 0
Nov 15, 2006 EF2 100 km 0
Jul 7, 2005 EF2 71 km 0
Jul 7, 2005 EF2 97 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 40 km
2016 PARTY ROCK 8,572 92 km
2007 LINVILLE COMPLEX (DOBSON KNOB) 7,151 45 km
2016 CHESTNUT KNOB 6,418 68 km
2016 SILVER MINE 6,082 96 km
1985 UNNAMED 4,610 60 km
2022 LOST BEAR RX FY2022 4,276 68 km
2017 WHITE CREEK 4,166 43 km
2016 CLEAR CREEK 3,493 62 km
2001 LARMAN 3,072 100 km
2016 UNNAMED 2,976 36 km
2000 TIPTON HILL 2,661 45 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,242 39 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,194 86 km
2013 LOST BEAR EAST 2,167 67 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,026 67 km
2008 SUNRISE 1,906 41 km
2015 UNNAMED 1,879 52 km
2018 UNNAMED 1,812 58 km
2016 RAILROAD GRADE 2016 1,790 28 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°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 63°F (17°C) 4.6 in
August 67°F (19°C) 4.5 in Warmest
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

Valle Crucis has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 27°F in January to 67°F in August. 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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Valle Crucis is located in Watauga County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 72.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 116% above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 48.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 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. 79.0% 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. 167 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

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+72.9%
116% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+48.5%
School Test Score6.77
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro / Urban 20K+
Population Density55/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi
CountyWatauga County County

Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Avg Download Speed238.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed52.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities167
Restaurants180
Retail Stores304

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.5%
Average costs for common services in Valle Crucis. 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)
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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$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 Valle Crucis

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Valle Crucis Elementary Elementary 342 30 11.4:1
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Radio Stations near Valle Crucis

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WNCW AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Valle Crucis

19 campgrounds found near Valle Crucis.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Johns River Road Backcountry Camping 5.0/5 2 $15
BACKBONE ROCK RECREATION AREA PAVILIONS 4.9/5 1 $50
BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 11 $10–$20
BRIAR BOTTOM GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 6 $125
GRINDSTONE 4.6/5 $24–$36
WATAUGA POINT RECREATION AREA 4.6/5 2 $30
BLACK MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 37 $28–$56
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
THE LAURELS PICNIC AREA PAVILIONS 3.5/5 2 $30

National Parks Near Valle Crucis

39 national parks and monuments found near Valle Crucis.

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
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site National Historic Site 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 Valle Crucis

308+ trails found near Valle Crucis.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
MST - GRANDFATHER RD 71.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MST - APPALACHIAN RD 35.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 17.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BUNCOMBE HORSE 16.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
IRON MOUNTAIN 16.4
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
WOODS MOUNTAIN 7.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes 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
MT MITCHELL 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
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
STAMPING GROUND HORSE TRAIL 4.3
POND MOUNTAIN WILDERNESS TRAIL 4.3
LITTLE POND MOUNTAIN 4.3
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
HARRIS CREEK HORSE 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes 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
LIMESTONE COVE TRAIL 3.2
HACK LINE TRAIL 3.2
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MACKEY MOUNTAIN 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL 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
GREEN KNOB 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WOODS MOUNTAIN 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
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HOLLY SPRINGS 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SUGAR COVE 2.6 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes
BROWN MOUNTAIN 1B 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
BEARTREE GAP 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LACY TRAP TRAIL 2.5
SOUTH RIVER LOOP 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
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
CABIN RIDGE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BACKBONE ROCK 2.0
PINE MOUNTAIN 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL 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
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
NORTH RIVER LOOP 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.7 IMPORTED LOOSE 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
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FIRST PEAK 1.6 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
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
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
HIGGANS BALD 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL 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
PINCH-IN 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE OAK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 1.1
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
BEARPEN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
WOODLAWN FITNESS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL 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
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
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
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
DEVILS DEN NATURE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WHISPERING WATERS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BRIAR BOTTOM BIKE 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE 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
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
BAD FORK 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes 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
LUM 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GRASSY BRANCH 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
MOUNT ROGERS TIE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL 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
TOMS CREEK FALLS 0.4 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
LEWIS FORK SPUR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG TOM GAP 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
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
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
SETROCK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL 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
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
THOMAS KNOB SPRING 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LEWIS FORK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes 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
MOUNT ROGERS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
THIRD PEAK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
LOVERS LEAP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SOUTH TOE FISHING ACCESS 0.1 ASPHALT Yes Yes
SWITCHBACK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
HELTON CREEK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROARING FORK FALLS 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LEWIS FORK 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes 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
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 Valle Crucis

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
COLLETTS VILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
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

Farmers Markets in Valle Crucis

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
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

Hotels in Valle Crucis

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Inn at Little Pond Farm
Mast Farm Inn

Breweries in Valle Crucis

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

Cell Towers in Valle Crucis

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
6101 Sink Valley Rd (123206)LTOWER95
1.7 km @ 157 deg. from Happy ValleyTOWER86
1.7 km @ 157 deg. from Happy ValleyTOWER86
2700 Bill Tuttle Road (66406)LTOWER74
(Beech Mtn) 2069 Balm HwyLTOWER47
(Beech Mtn) 2069 Balm HwyLTOWER47
4720 SAINT MARKS ROAD (66398)MTOWER36

Bridges in Valle Crucis

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19402915,000F
CulvertConcrete continuous1950274,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1982813,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1968312,000P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19782812,000F
SlabPrestressed concrete2018582,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1997621,900G
CulvertConcrete continuous199554800F
CulvertConcrete201123800G
CulvertConcrete201125800G
CulvertConcrete199527600G
CulvertConcrete201125600G
CulvertConcrete199224570G
CulvertSteel198842570F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195831550P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197946500P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196476440F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198040430G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200447430F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201927430G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1984225320F
CulvertConcrete199821270G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196327250F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2007155190F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201625130G
CulvertSteel19602370F
CulvertSteel19883260F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20152640G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19653640F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201412130F

Airports Near Valle Crucis

50 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
Duncan AirportSmall 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
Jeffords AirportSmall Airport
Johnson City AirportSmall Airport
Johnson County AirportSmall Airport
Laneys AirportSmall Airport
Lanni FieldSmall Airport
Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Little Mountain AirportSmall 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
Rebel Air FieldSmall Airport
Shiflet FieldSmall Airport
Silver Creek AirportSmall Airport
Six Oaks 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

Police Stations in Valle Crucis

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Appalachian State University Police / Traffic & Parking Department461 Rivers Street
Banner Elk Police Department
Beech Mountain Police Department403 Beech Mountain Parkway
Burke Cty Sheriff Station
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 Valle Crucis

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 14418Other4546 US Highway 421 N

Treatment Centers in Valle Crucis

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Daymark Recovery ServicesBoth828-733-5889
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

DOL Wage Violations in Valle Crucis

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,219 in back wages owed to 4 employees.

1
Violations
$1,219
Back Wages Owed
4
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Mast Farm Inn 28691 1 $1,219 $305 4

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Frequently Asked Questions About Valle Crucis

What is the population of Valle Crucis?

Valle Crucis has a population of 243 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 36.6% female and 63.4% male.

Is Valle Crucis expensive to live in?

Valle Crucis is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100.

Is Valle Crucis safe?

Valle Crucis is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 93 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,690 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Valle Crucis receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Valle Crucis?

Valle Crucis has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.8 inches, with 66.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Valle Crucis?

The job market in Valle Crucis is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / 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.

How are the schools in Valle Crucis?

Schools in Valle Crucis score 6.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 72.9% of adults in Valle Crucis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 48.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Valle Crucis?

The obesity rate in Valle Crucis is 34.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.6% of adults are smokers. 19.8% are physically inactive. 27.9% of residents report depression. 8.5% lack health insurance. 86.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,261.

What are the demographics of Valle Crucis?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Valle Crucis is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 68.0% of the population are military veterans. 11.7% of residents have a disability. 91.2% have health insurance coverage.

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