Montreat, Mountain retreat town in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
Located in a valley at 797 meters elevation, Montreat extends across 2.73 square miles of forested land surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The Mountain Retreat Association established Montreat in 1897 as a summer resort community, which later became governed by the Presbyterian Church from 1907.
Montreat Conference Center organizes religious gatherings, educational programs, and public lectures addressing social justice and faith-based discussions throughout the year.
North Carolina Highway 9 provides the only road access to Montreat, connecting the town to neighboring Black Mountain and essential services.
Hurricane Helene in 2024 severely impacted all five bridges crossing Flat Creek, leading to significant infrastructure restoration projects across the town.
Location: Buncombe County
Elevation above the sea: 797 m
Website: http://townofmontreat.org
GPS coordinates: 35.64556,-82.30056
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:28
Mount Mitchell
13.7 km
Black Mountain College
5.6 km
Mount Craig
15.1 km
Catawba Falls
6.8 km
Andrews Geyser
5.4 km
Mitchell Falls
14.4 km
Folk Art Center
17.5 km
Glassmine Falls
10.4 km
Douglas Falls
10.7 km
Roaring Fork Falls
16.7 km
Walker Falls
13.2 km
Blue Ridge Assembly Historic District
7.6 km
East Village Grille
18 km
Setrock Creek Falls
13.3 km
Oteen Veterans Administration Hospital Historic District
17.7 km
Black Mountain Downtown Historic District
3.7 km
Intheoaks
4.6 km
Thomas Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church
4.8 km
Welsford Parker Artz House
11.1 km
Rafael Guastavino, Sr., Estate
5.4 km
Old Fort Commercial Historic District
10.9 km
William Nelson Camp, Jr., House
13.5 km
Dr. Cireo McAfee McCracken House
16.7 km
Mount Mitchell State Park
14.3 km
Mount Mitchell Museum
13.8 km
Elisha Mitchell's tomb
13.7 km
Craggy Gardens Visitor Center
9.4 km
Mount Mitchell State Park Environmental Education Center
13.7 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes