Huntersville, Suburban town in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, United States
Huntersville stands 14 miles north of Charlotte, covering 41 square miles of land with an elevation of 252 meters above sea level.
Originally named Craighead, the town was incorporated in 1873 and renamed to honor Robert Boston Hunter, a local cotton farmer and landowner.
The Carolina Renaissance Festival operates during October and November weekends, bringing medieval entertainment, artisans, and period performances to the area.
The town connects to Charlotte through Interstate 77 and offers express bus routes, making it accessible for daily commuters to the metropolitan area.
Joe Gibbs Racing, based in Huntersville, has secured multiple NASCAR championships and achieved over 190 Cup race victories throughout its history.
Location: Mecklenburg County
Elevation above the sea: 252 m
Website: https://huntersville.org
GPS coordinates: 35.40944,-80.86361
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:37
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