Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, downtown Marion was established in 1842. Commercial development began in 1870 on 50 acres donated by John Carson. The Marion Depot is an 1860s building recently renovated and is the oldest surviving depot on the Western Rail Line. Other interesting structures include four churches built between 1882 and 1935. Tour guide is available by reservation.
Properties are open Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm and majority are open Sat 10 am-5 pm.
Open Apr-Oct. Sites: gravel, grass, some shaded, pull-thrus, full hook-ups. Facilities: restrooms & showers, public phone, general store, snack bar, RV supplies, laundry. Recreation:
Marion, NC ParksNC'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 CavernsA 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 HistoryPan 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 CampgroundsCarolina Nights offers a full evening of dining and entertainment. This season Carolina Nights is proud to present 3 great sh...
From Lakefront to Scenic Mountain Views; our clean, well-maintained vacation homes, chalets, cottages, and cabins are fully f...
Antiques of every kind including jewlery ...
Located in the 100 year old train depotMission ? to support the teaching of mountain and heritage crafts. ...
Sheep, goats and produce for sale in season. Spinning fleeces, knitting and spinning lessons. By appointment only. ...