Elizabethton, County seat in Carter County, Tennessee, United States.
The city extends along the Doe River at an elevation of 465 meters, surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains in northeastern Tennessee.
The settlement originated in 1799 and became the location of the first independent American government, known as the Watauga Association in 1772.
The Carter Mansion, constructed in 1780, stands as Tennessee's oldest frame house and represents early American architectural methods in the region.
The Tweetsie Trail provides 10 miles of paved pathways through the city, connecting recreational spots and natural areas for outdoor activities.
The municipal water system draws from natural springs, producing water quantities that exceed standard extraction volumes in the Tennessee region.
Location: Carter County
Inception: 1799
Elevation above the sea: 465 m
Website: http://elizabethton.org
GPS coordinates: 36.33639,-82.23917
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:03
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