Washington County, Administrative county in North Carolina, United States.
Washington County is an administrative county in North Carolina with both land and water areas creating a varied landscape. The territory includes several communities and natural habitats that define the region.
The county was established in 1799 from the western portion of neighboring Tyrrell County. It was named to honor the first United States president.
The area is divided into four townships—Lees Mill, Plymouth, Scuppernong, and Skinnersville—each shaping local traditions and community life. These communities give the region its character through their everyday activities and gathering places.
Plymouth serves as the county seat and hosts the main government offices and services for the area. Visitors should head there to access administrative information or learn about local resources.
The Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge spans portions of the county and protects habitats for many native animal species. This protected area makes the region a key location for local wildlife conservation.
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Hayes Plantation
23.7 km
Pocosin Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
10.9 km
Roanoke River Light
24.5 km
Cupola House
24.7 km
Edenton Historic District
24.9 km
St. Paul's Church, Edenton
25.1 km
Barker House
24.5 km
Chowan County Courthouse
24.6 km
James Iredell House
24.9 km
Latham House
17.1 km
Athol
19.1 km
Belgrade and St. David's Church
16.3 km
Strawberry Hill
24.8 km
Mulberry Hill
19.1 km
Pembroke Hall
24.7 km
Wessington House
24.8 km
Sandy Point
19.4 km
Perry-Spruill House
17.3 km
Davenport House
10.4 km
Edenton Cotton Mill Historic District
24.5 km
Scuppernong River Bridge
28.8 km
Creswell Historic District
15.3 km
Roanoke River Light
24.5 km
Somerset Place State Historic Site
15.2 km
Taylor Twin Cinema
24.8 km
Lane House
24.7 km
Myers-White House
32.6 km
Tyrrell County Visitor Center
28.9 km
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