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Marion, North Carolina

Pan for gold in a stream that was mined in the early 1800s or look for gemstones in our flumes. Dining and gift shop on site. 51 campsites, 26 are full hook-up with electric, water and sewer, and 25 have electric and water, a dump station is available.

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Lucky Strike Gold & Gem Mine, Campground

Pan for gold in a stream that was mined in the early 1800s or look for gemstones in our flumes. Dining and gift shop on site. 51 campsites, 26 are full hook-up with electric, water and sewer, and 25

Marion, NC Campgrounds

Linville Caverns

NC's only show caverns allows visitors to glimpse nature at work "inside" the mountains. Experienced guides point out interesting stalactite & stalagmite formations & explain the rich history & geological formation of the caverns, showing cave life that exists in a delicate ecosystem &

Marion, NC Caverns

Heather Grove Gold & Gem Panning

A family-oriented recreational attraction with gold and gem panning, high banking, sluicing and dredging. Five rustic cabins and furnished cottage available for overnight or weekly rentals. Creekside campsites are also available. Located on US 221

Marion, NC Pioneer History

Linville Mountain Gem Shop & Mines

Area's only custom gem cutting. Fine handmade jewelry. Jewelry repair. Gems, minerals, rocks, lapidary equipment and supplies for sale. Cutting lessons. Gem mining rain or shine year round.

Marion, NC Pioneer History

Things to do near Marion, NC

Ralph J. Andrews Park

47 campsites, full hook-ups, laundry, hot showers, dump station. Near river, stream and on Lake Glenville. Open April - Oct...

Jameson Inn

A 60 room, colonial style hotel, which offers a fitness center, pool, deluxe continental breakfast, and a taste of southern h...

McDonald's

Fast Food ...

Julian Price Memorial Park and Campground

Approximately 3900 acre park with camping, picnic area, lake, fishing, hiking, and special ranger-led programs. Located at Mi...

St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church

St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church, listed on the National Register of Historic Sites, offers a unique perspective o...