Clay County, NC - Lake Chatuge, Wildlife Reserve, Tusquittee Pioneer Village

Clay County, with its rolling farmlands, beautiful lake Chatuge, inviting mountains and a charming downtown square will take you back in time. Lying in the southern Appalachian Mountains, this picturesque county is like the peaceful town your grandmother grew up in. Prepare to be sent back to a time when you knew your neighbors and church and school were at the top of the social calendar. This tight knit community is seeped in traditional values. Evenings are spent sitting on the porch and gazing at the stars or going out to the county's many gatherings, festivals and events filled with dancing, music and good country cooking.

Featured Destinations in Clay County, North Carolina

	Fires Creek National Wildlife Reserve Located just five minutes from Hayesville, the Fires Creek National Wildlife Refuge Area offers a pristine environment for hikers, bird watchers, fishermen, or those looking for a beautiful spot for an afternoon picnic. more information
	Lake Chatuge Beautiful Lake Chatuge sits nestled between North Carolina and Georgia and offers casual recreation and unmatched vistas to all who visit Clay County. more information
	Tusquittee Pioneer Village Take a walk back in time and experience life in Western NC just as it was at the turn of the century. Located along The Southern Highroads Trail in Hayesville, NC. This Pioneer Village has a smokehouse, hen house and blacksmith shop that perserve the heritage from days gone by. more information