STOKES COUNTY

County Offices
1014 Main Street
Danbury 336-593-2811
www.co.stokes.nc.us

Chamber of Commerce
124 South Main St
King 336-983-8265
www.kingnc.com

Stokes County is home to more than 48,000 residents. Its county seat is Danbury. Stokes County is divided into nine townships: Beaver Island, Big Creek, Danbury, Meadows, Peters Creek, Quaker Gap, Sauratown, Snow Creek, and Yadkin. The county is home to many small communities nestled among the fields and barns of the regions tobacco growing heritage. This setting and the mountainous landscape make this one of the most beautiful areas in the state.

Lifestyle
Stokes County, located in northwest portion of the state. It offers the closest mountains to many large population centers (Winston-Salem, Greensboro, Raleigh, Durham and Chapel-Hill). In fact, Stokes County boasts the only mountain range in the US that rises and falls within its borders. The Sauratown Mountains rise from the southwest edge of the County, and run northeast for over half of its width. The Sauratown Mountains were named for the Saura Indians, a tribe that inhabited this area during the 1700’s. Within the Sauratown Mountains, you will find many interesting destinations such as Moores Springs, Piedmont Springs, Cascade Falls, Tories Den, Hanging Rock State Park, the Rock House and Moratock Iron Furnace, 58 miles of the Dan River and much more. All are easily accessible by car and much of the road system within the county has been designated as a scenic byway. This make driving for any reason a pleasant experience. Stokes County has a rich agricultural heritage. Much of this heritage is tied to the growth of the tobacco industry in the piedmont. Tobacco barns are found throughout the region. They are a symbol of the county’s past and add a sense of history to the regions scenery.

Those who enjoy outdoor activity will find nirvana in this county. The Dan River which begins in Patrick County, Virginia near Buffalo Knob and eventually flows to the Roanoke River in Halifax, Virginia offers many amazing sites. The river enters the northwest corner of Stokes County, near the community of Asbury, flowing diagonally across the County toward the community of Pine Hall, dropping approximately 500 feet in elevation on its course through Stokes. It is an ideal place to fish, kayak, tube and explore nature. Other outdoor activities can be found in one of the many parks including Hanging Rock State Park. Hanging Rock State Park was formed primarily from blocks of land donated in 1936 and contains 7,040 acres today. Many of the facilities in the park were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps between 1935 and 1942. The park is located atop the Sauratown Mountains, and contains a visitor’s center, a manmade lake, and plenty of hiking trails, climbing trails, picnic areas, and campgrounds. The park boasts over 600,000 visitors each year, making it one of the 10 most visited state parks in the area.

Stokes County is charming and peaceful. Many small towns offer a selection of local artist galleries, shops restaurants and much more. The county is also home to many annual festivals and celebrations.

Services
Health care is a priority in the County and is well represented by an excellent full-service hospital, healthcare facilities and human service agencies that offer a continuum of care, resources and support to meet the physical, mental and developmental needs of the community. The county is served by Stokes-Reynolds Memorial Hospital.

The County affords outstanding educational opportunities at all levels. Public and private schools offer strong college preparatory, vocational and technical programs. Stokes County Schools offer a variety of enrichment programs which take students beyond the normal curriculum. Academic enrichment in music, drama and art broaden the cultural awareness of local students and community. Accredited private schools that offer classes in kindergarten through grade twelve are also available.  Randolph County Schools are rated “superior” by the state. The system consists of 20 schools spread over four attendance areas.

King
City Offices
229 S. Main Street
King 336-983-8265
www.ci.king.nc.us

Chamber of Commerce
124 South Main Street
King 336-983-8265
www.kingnc.com

King is home to a little more than 7,000 residents who enjoy a high quality of life. Residents of the King area enjoy hometown values and the atmosphere of a traditional small town community. Even with rapid residential growth, thanks to the town’s location only a short 12 miles from Winston-Salem, King has been able to maintain that down home atmosphere. The town has a strong sense of community and civic pride and has been named an “All American Community”. Originally a stage coach stop, King was founded as a mail stop in 1888 and after rapid growth in the 1970’s the town was finally incorporated in 1983. The City of King is one of those unique cities that is located in two counties, both Stokes and Forsyth. It is located off US Highway 52 and the Interstate 74 corridor. Shopping centers, banks, restaurants and auto service businesses are located on both sides of Main Street as it leads to City Hall and the downtown area. And with its close location to major urban areas residents have everything they need close to home. There are plenty of green spaces, with multiple parks, as well as convenient locally owned shops, street festivals, music events, good food and places of interest to satisfy the entire family.

Danbury Town Offices
201 Courthouse Circle
Danbury 336-593-2002
www.townofdanbury.org

Danbury is a town located in Danbury Township. The town has a population of 189. It is the county seat of Stokes County. Danbury is located on NC 8/89 approximately 20 miles north of Winston-Salem and is the “Gateway to Hanging Rock”. The Stokes County Government Center, Arts Council, school board, county jail, a public library, a post office, and other public services are found within the town limits. Pioneer Community Hospital of Stokes is located about a half mile northwest of the town. Danbury is a popular rest stop for bicyclists, motorcyclists, and driving enthusiasts due to the numerous scenic roads in Stokes County. Danbury also attracts outdoor enthusiasts because of its location on the Dan River and near the entrance to Hanging Rock State Park. There are no regional or national franchises in Danbury, only local shops like the Danbury General Store, and small restaurants. J.E. Priddy’s General Store, a local historic landmark dating from the late 19th century, is still in business selling goods old and new. Danbury is located in the center of Stokes County and is at the heart of many outdoor activities that draws both visitors and residents alike.


Walnut Cove
Town Offices
208 West 3^rd Street
Walnut Cove 336-591-4809
www.townofwalnutcove.org

The town is home to more than 9,700 residents. Who enjoy a quiet, rural quality of life. From its beginnings as a plantation along the walnut lined coves of Town Fork Creek, Walnut Cove has developed a quiet charm that can’t be ignored. The many antique shops, restaurants and hardware stores all beckon visitors to check out a slice of North Carolina history.  These remnants of yesteryear, along with many other historic homes and buildings that line Walnut Cove’s Main Street are a draw to a scenic small town, rich with history. The town is home to a number of small businesses and restaurants that attract tourists and locals alike. The town is the home of the Walnut Festival which draws many walnut lovers to the area. It also houses historic Monitor Roller Mills and a portion of North Camp Lake. Walnut Cove is also home to South Stokes High School whose team mascot name honors the native American Indian Saura tribe. Belews Lake and Hanging Rock State Park are located nearby.