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New River NCThe age of the New River is not the only unique thing about this magnificent tributary of the Kanawha that flows through regions of Ashe County and Alleghany County. It forms at the confluence of the South Fork of the New River and the North Fork of the New River in Ashe County NC. It follows a northern pattern into southwestern Virginia where it passes through the Iron Mountain near Galax. This south to north course that the New River NC follows is against the topography of the Appalachian Mountains, which is generally southwest to northeast. Most other major rivers in the area near Virginia and North Carolina flow in a distinct west to east pattern. It is this peculiar flow that many geologists site as another piece of proof that shows that the river precedes the formation of the Appalachian Mountains it flows through. This is widely contested and often a hot debate. Whether you think the New River in North Carolina is ancient or not, it is very much considered a wonderful natural commodity to be respected, preserved and loved. It flows for 26 miles in Ashe County and is considered an American Heritage River and a National Wild and Scenic River by federal government entities. You can fish, swim, canoe, tube and camp all along the New River in Ashe and Alleghany County NC. Much
of the New River flows through farmlands near
Fleetwood and
Todd NC and feeds
mountain streams and brooks that you will find
throughout the region. There are many great
Log
Cabins on the New River and
New River
Homes for sale in this area. These are
perfect for creating your very own New River
Retreat. Part of the New River NC flows through
New River State Park in both counties and this
2,200-acre preserved area is covered by second
growth and old growth forests. You can see
wildflowers on the river's bank and watch as
beavers, deer, raccoons and a variety of native
birds frolic all about the New River landscapes.
Check out my listings of
North Carolina Mountain Property for
Ashe County
Real Estate listings along the New River.
There are many great up-and-coming New River
gated communities and developments that have
tons of NC Mountain Land for Sale and affordable
lots. A few even have Log Cabin Homes in NC for
sale, and are already established. Buy North
Carolina Mountain Property located right near,
or with views of the New River near
Todd North Carolina,
Fleetwood NC, portions of the South Fork in
Boone
NC and so much more.
The New River feeds several mountain brooks and creeks. If you are looking for North Carolina Mountain Property in the Blue Ridge that has outstanding views and comes with natural amenities such as creeks, brooks, hiking trails, ATV trails and even Western North Carolina Horse Property, then let me help you. I am knowledgeable about the Blue Ridge Mountains and the real estate markets here. Click around my site and learn more about Ashe County NC, Alleghany County North Carolina, and Watauga County. I have included tons of helpful information to aid you in moving to the Blue Ridge Mountains, or buying North Carolina Mountain Property in and around the best areas of the High Country. If you do not like anything in my listings of North Carolina Mountain Property, then check out the Western North Carolina MLS listings in these areas. |
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Much
of the New River flows through farmlands near
Fleetwood and








