Forest City, town in Rutherford County, North Carolina, United States
Forest City is a small town located in Rutherford County in western North Carolina. The settlement has a compact downtown area with older buildings and sits within a region of rolling hills surrounded by forest.
Forest City developed in the 1800s as a trading post and grew with the arrival of railroad connections. The town retained its traditional structure through much of the 20th century despite shifts in the regional economy.
The town is accessible by state highways and has parking available throughout and near the downtown area. Its compact layout makes it easy to explore on foot, with most services and shops concentrated in the central district.
Location: Rutherford County
Inception: 1877
Elevation above the sea: 319 m
Website: http://townofforestcity.com
GPS coordinates: 35.33110,-81.87000
Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:20
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