Cornelius, Lakeside town in Mecklenburg County, United States.
The town extends over 12.1 square miles along Lake Norman, with residential areas spread across neighborhoods connected by tree-lined streets and waterfront paths.
Established in 1893 and incorporated in 1905, Cornelius evolved from farmland into a prosperous community named after local resident Joe B. Cornelius.
The Public Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County branch on Catawba Avenue serves as an educational center for community gatherings and literary events.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools system operates multiple educational facilities in Cornelius, including William A. Hough High School and several elementary institutions.
Lake Norman, North Carolina's largest artificial lake, provides Cornelius residents with direct access to 520 miles of shoreline for water activities.
Location: Mecklenburg County
Elevation above the sea: 245 m
Website: http://cornelius.org
GPS coordinates: 35.47890,-80.88440
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:00
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Mountain Island Lake
13.7 km
Cowans Ford Hydroelectric Station
8.3 km
Richardson Stadium
4.4 km
Latta Plantation
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Mount Mourne Plantation
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Beaver Dam Plantation House
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Latta Place Historic Site
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A2 wind tunnel
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Mooresville Mill Village Historic District
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Mooresville Historic District
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Espy Watts Brawley House
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Philanthropic Hall, Davidson College
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9.5 km
South Broad Street Row
12.9 km
Ramah Presbyterian Church and Cemetery
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Coddle Creek Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church, Session House and Cemetery
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Croft Historic District
15.8 km
Albert McCoy Farm
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Hargrave House
17.4 km
Davidson Historic District
4.7 km
George Houston House
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Chairman Blake House
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Gen. William Kerr House
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