Boone, Mountain town in Western North Carolina, United States
Boone sits at an elevation of 1015 meters in the Appalachian Mountains, surrounded by forested peaks and valleys of Watauga County.
The town, established in 1872 and named after explorer Daniel Boone, developed from a small settlement into a regional center of Western North Carolina.
Appalachian State University shapes the local character with its 20,000 students contributing to educational programs, research initiatives, and community development.
The municipal services include a carbon-neutral electricity program, emergency alert systems, and regular town council meetings for citizen participation.
The elevation creates distinct seasonal weather patterns with cool summers and regular snowfall in winter, making it different from other North Carolina towns.
Location: Watauga County
Inception: 1872
Elevation above the sea: 1,015.9 m
Website: http://www.townofboone.net/
Part of: Western North Carolina
Website: http://townofboone.net
GPS coordinates: 36.21679,-81.67455
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:12
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