Davidson County

Davidson County is an administrative county in central North Carolina that encompasses several municipalities including Lexington, High Point, Thomasville, Denton, Midway, and Wallburg. The territory combines urban and rural areas with distinct neighborhoods and local centers spread throughout the region.

The county was founded in 1822 from Rowan County and named after Brigadier General William Lee Davidson, who died during the Battle of Cowan's Ford. This early establishment made it part of the region's expanding settlement history.

The Lexington Barbecue Festival each October brings people together to celebrate regional smoked meat traditions and local food specialties that define community gatherings. This event reflects how cooking methods and recipes passed down through generations remain central to daily life and gatherings here.

Visitors will find multiple school districts serving the area, with separate systems in Lexington and Thomasville alongside the main county system. It helps to know that individual towns each have their own local services and facilities, so visiting several centers gives a fuller picture of the region.

High Rock Lake sprawls across a large area and ranks among the state's largest lakes, offering water activities and recreation year-round. Many visitors don't realize this lake remains accessible throughout the year and draws local anglers and boaters regularly.

Location: North Carolina

Inception: 1822

Capital city: Lexington

Shares border with: Davie County, Forsyth County, Guilford County, Montgomery County, Randolph County, Rowan County, Stanly County

Website: http://co.davidson.nc.us

GPS coordinates: 35.79000,-80.21000

Latest update: December 20, 2025 03:08