Cities & Towns in Carter County, TN

Carter County, county in southeastern Montana, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 56,418 inhabitants. The county was created 107 years ago in 1917. Its county seat is Ekalaka.

There are 5 city/town in Carter County, TN. The largest city of Carter County is Elizabethton with a population of 13,479. Other cities include, Oak Hill population 4,432, Pine Crest population 2,388, Roan Mountain population 1,360 and Watauga population 373

Elizabethton
Elizabethton

Elizabethton, City in Tennessee

Oak Hill
Oak Hill

Oak Hill, City in Tennessee, United States

Pine Crest
Pine Crest

Pine Crest, Census-designated place in Carter County, Tennessee

Carter County is located in the mountainous region of northeast Tennessee. The county was established in 1796 and named for Landon Carter, an early settler in the area. Here are some of the notable cities and towns in Carter County:

Elizabethton

Elizabethton is the county seat and largest city in Carter County. It was originally called Carter's Station after Nathaniel Carter who operated a frontier fort and tavern there. Some key attractions include the Covered Bridge, Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park, and the Doe River.

Roan Mountain

Roan Mountain is a small community nestled high in the Appalachian Mountains. It is home to the Royal Benchmark natural area and Roan Mountain State Park which has hiking trails leading up to the 6,000 ft summits of the Roan Highlands. The Appalachian Trail also crosses over Roan Mountain.

Hampton

Hampton is a small town located along the Doe River. It was founded by early settler Stephen Holston and hosts an annual Hillbilly Days festival celebrating old mountain culture and music. The town has several historic buildings and structures.

Johnson City

Though not the county seat, Johnson City is the largest city in Carter County. It lies along the Watauga River and was founded in 1856 as Haynesville. Johnson City is home to East Tennessee State University, the Hands On! Museum, and the Historic Johnson City district.

Watauga

Watauga is a lakeside community bordering Watauga Lake. It provides access to fishing, boating, and swimming activities at Watauga Lake. The town has several marinas, campgrounds, and public beach areas for recreation.

That covers some of the most prominent cities and towns you'll find located in Carter County, TN. Let me know if you would like me to modify or add to this draft post.

All Carter County Cities (Aphebetical)

List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Carter County.

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City Name Title Population
Elizabethton City in Tennessee 13,479
Oak Hill City in Tennessee, United States 4,432
Pine Crest Census-designated place in Carter County, Tennessee 2,388
Roan Mountain Census-designated place in Carter County, Tennessee 1,360
Watauga Human settlement in Tennessee, United States of America 373
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