Linville

Mountain Resort

State: North Carolina County: Avery County Founded: 1889 Abandoned: Semi-ghost Peak Population: Resort town

Linville was developed as a Victorian mountain resort by the MacRae family. The historic All Souls Episcopal Church (1911) and Eseeola Lodge remain. Nearby Grandfather Mountain and Linville Gorge draw visitors today.

Plan Your Visit

Best Time: Year-round

Difficulty: Easy

Time Needed: 1-2 hours

Quick Facts

  • Victorian resort
  • All Souls Church 1911
  • Near Grandfather Mountain

Location

Address: Linville, NC

Coordinates: 36.0667, -81.8667