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Y ou are in North Carolina’s High North Wilkesboro of Lowe’s to the small businesses in the
Country and the Gateway to the Blue
*pop. 4,394
revitalized downtown. Copper Barrel
Ridge Mountains.

North Wilkesboro is known as the Town of
Two Rivers, which largely defines the nature- Distillery produces original artisanal
spirits downtown.
Wilkes County loving lifestyle here. Those who fish along Quarterly Art Walks attract people
*pop. 66,206 Reddies River downtown enjoy the urban
Established in 1777, Wilkes is among river scene, plus more natural views along downtown, where you can visit Wilkes Art
North Carolina’s larger counties at more miles of the Yadkin River Greenway. Another Gallery, catch a performance by the Wilkes
than 757 square-miles.Wilkes County enjoys recreational opportunity is the Rolling Pines Playmakers, shop in boutiques and dine in
a diverse slate of industries, including Disc Golf Course, featuring 18 baskets on 70 cafes and restaurants.
manufacturers of textiles, furniture, and hilly acres. Downtown North Wilkesboro holds the
construction materials. Wilkes County is a hub Entrepreneurial roots run deep, from outdoor Yadkin Valley Marketplace, seasonal
for culture, arts, entertainment, festivals, and the beginnings of NASCAR on the North events, a summer concert series and the
spacious landscape, attracting visitors seeking Wilkesboro Speedway and the founding annual Brushy Mountain Apple Festival.
agritourism and ecotourism.
Wilkes County is an approximate two-hour
drive from Raleigh, 80 miles from Charlotte, North Wilkesboro
and 45 miles from Winston-Salem and
Hickory, N.C.

Moravian Falls
*pop. 1,798
In the foothills of the Brushy Mountains
lies Moravian Falls, named for its 35-foot
waterfall with two cascading drops, and the
brothers of Moravian faith who settled here
in 1753. Moravian Falls is an unincorporated
residential area for families. Those familiar
with the settling of this area have heard tales
of heavenly portals and angelic encounters.
More down to earth experiences include apple
picking at Perry Lowe Orchards in the fall.

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