Polk County Invites You

Come for a Day…

Come for a Lifetime

Polk County North Carolina

..an area of natural beauty

    Nestled in southwestern North

Carolina, Polk County offer
visitors an area of natural beauty -
with mountains, streams, lakes
and valleys providing outdoor
recreational opportunities and a
relaxing stay year round.

Polk County North Carolina

… explore in any season

With an abundance of historic

landmarks, restaurants, festivals and
natural scenic beauty, Polk County is
the ideal place for day trips or longer
getaways. It's 234 square miles of
fascinating sites, lively events and
breathtaking vistas.

Polk County North Carolina

 …an easy drive

    Few areas can match its accessibility with Interstate 26 and

US 74 crossing through its region and Interstates 85 and 40
nearby.
    An easy drive from
           Knoxville TN,
           Asheville NC,
           Charlotte NC
           Columbia SC,
           or Atlanta GA
    Near Asheville, Charlotte and Greenville-Spartanburg airports

Polk County North Carolina

…we have something for everyone

    Leave the hustle and bustle

behind
    as you discover the charm
of our quaint mountain
towns, outdoor activities
and the breathtaking
scenery of our landscape.

Polk County North Carolina

…the possibilities are endless

    History will come to life at

the Railroad Museum and
the restored Polk County
Court House.
    Enjoy a casual drive along
US 176, a NC State
designated scenic byway,
or beautiful Hwy 9.
   Take in a play or a concert
at FENCE or the Tryon
Fine Arts Center. Hear a
bluegrass band at a local
grill.
Polk County North Carolina
 …days full of pleasure

    Explore antique shops,

specialty shops, and
thriving downtowns.
    Enjoy an old fashioned
breakfast, a fast food
lunch, or a gourmet dinner.
    Stay at one of our
campgrounds, hotels,
country inns, bed and
breakfasts, or cabins.

Polk County North Carolina

 … a place for all seasons

    Each season will bring you new adventures in Polk

County. In Tryon, Columbus, and historic Saluda we offer
you wild flowers in the spring, cool rivers in the summer,
brilliant colors in the fall, and warming fires in the winter.

Polk County North Carolina

 …talley ho!

    Equestrian pursuits have a long history in

Tryon and surrounding areas. There are
hundreds of miles of riding trails,
boarding and training facilities and year
round activities for all style of riders.

Polk County North Carolina

 …come stay with us

   Historic small towns

and sites, fine art,
crafts, scenic areas and
friendly people make
Polk County a place
you will want to visit
over and over ... or
you may decide to
stay!
Learn more ...
                       Polk County Travel and Tourism <nc-mountains.org>
                       Polk County Government <polknc.org>
Polk County North Carolina