Burlington & Graham, North Carolina
Burlington and Graham are cozy next-door neighbors, both conveniently located near Interstate 40. Between the two cities there are plenty of shopping and dining opportunities, interesting things to do, and rich history to explore.
Things to do and see - www.ci.burlington.nc.us/index.aspx?NID=26#HistoricDistrict
Current Schedule of Events and Interactive Visitors’ Guide - http://www.burlington-area-nc.org/
History of Burlington: http://burlingtonnc.gov/index.aspx?NID=62
History of Graham: www.cityofgraham.com/history/
Burlington Recreation and Parks - www.ci.burlington.nc.us/index.aspx?NID=55
ALAMANCE COUNTY
Interested in a hot air balloon ride or an elegant wine tasting? How about kayaking down the Haw River or getting in eighteen holes of golf? There’s everything from motocross to skateboard parks, from antiques to flea markets, and much more. Enjoy great cuisine at The General Store in Saxapahaw, or sample some famous North Carolina Barbecue at one of several local eateries. To find out more, go to www.visitalamance.com which contains a huge wealth of information on attractions, shopping, dining and other great things Alamance County has to offer!
Major Industries in Burlington Area:
Laboratory Corporation of America
Burlington Industries, Inc.
WestPoint Stevens, Inc.
Great American Knitting Mills, Inc.
Carolina Biological Supply Com.
Glen Raven Mills, Inc.
Upholstery Prints
Copland, Inc.
Holt Hosiery Mills, Inc.
American International, LLC
Burlington/Graham Area Lakes and Marinas – recreational opportunities such as boating, sailing, skiing, fishing, picnicking, and walking, biking and jogging trails:
Lake Macintosh Park and Marina (336) 538-0896
Lake Cammack Park and Marina (336) 421-3872
Guildford Mackintosh Park and Marina (336) 449-2078
Stoney Creek Lake (336) 229-7509
The Haw River
The 110-mile Haw River runs through sections of Alamance and five other counties in North Carolina, eventually joining with the Deep River to form the Cape Fear River. Five of the six dams on the river were built in the 1800s to provide hydropower for the once-thriving industry of textile mills. Today, many portions of the river are home to wildlife, and also provide great spots for water recreation.
The Haw River is environmentally monitored by the Haw River Assembly, a non-profit citizens’ group who since 1982 has been dedicated to restoring and protecting the river and building a watershed community. The Assembly provides environmental education, conservation and pollution prevention.
www.thehaw.org - Haw River Trail – an area partnership involved in development of the Haw River Trail and the conservation of its land and waters. The Haw River Land Trail is a 70-mile trail following the path of the Haw River from Haw River State Park to Jordan Lake Recreation Area. The Paddle Trail is an opportunity for paddlers - from beginner to expert – to enjoy the natural beauty of the Haw River and surrounding area. For rentals, equipment and instruction, there are plenty of Outfitters in the area: Haw River Canoe and Kayak in Saxapahaw (hawrivercanoe.com), River Run Outfitters (iriverrun.com), Haw River Outfitters in Burlington (hawriveroutfitters.com), Get Outdoors in Greensboro (shopgetoutdoors.com), and REI in Durham (rei.com).
Haw River in the News!
New Study Reveals Haw River as one of State's Most Popular for Paddling
Contact: Brian Baker, Haw River Trail Coordinator (336) 229-2229 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: New...
Haw River Valley an American Viticultural Area is officially recognized
When you think of well-known wine regions in the United States, names like Napa Valley and Sonoma...
Haw River Trail Partnership Acquires 191 Acres for Mountains-to-Sea Trail
RALEIGH -- The Mountains-to-Sea Trail project has gained a firm foothold in Alamance County with...
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission – www.ncwildlife.org
If you have any questions about these areas or need more information about homes in Cane Creek, please contact Castle Creek Realty at:
919-533-5227
