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Marshall, Mars Hill, Hot Springs

The three towns in Madison County have very different identities but they all share the ruggedly beautiful mountainous landscape with the third oldest river in the world, the French Broad. Home to hundreds of small farms featuring the state's widest array of specialty crops, the towns' main streets (and back roads) are sprouting vibrant art studios and galleries along with small businesses based on the natural resources of the mountains, rivers and forests. Come visit us!

Rutherfordton, Spindale, Forest City

These three contiguous small towns lie in the Isothermal Belt of relatively mild weather created by the mountains to the west. This temperature inversion gives the abundant farms and orchards of this beautiful hill country a real advantage. Steeped in history, each of these towns offers its own distinct version of place and time and purpose. Visit each town to discover its particular identity and cluster of small businesses !

Tryon

 

Stecoah Valley, Robbinsville, Bryson City

 

Todd

Todd, like so many other historic small mountain towns, owes its existence to the river and the railroad. Today neither provides Todd with the robust economic engine they created in the past, but this rural community remains as beautiful and independent and determined as ever to provide good livelihood opportunities for its residents while protecting its "golden goose" - the mountains, river and farms. Treat yourself to an afternoon concert in Todd or to a float down the river or to some sweet bread pudding that is guaranteed to create an addiction!!

Andrews

 

Spruce Pine