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Mountain Gateway Museum Featured in PBS's "North Carolina Weekend"

Did you know? Our very own Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort, North Carolina has been featured in PBS's "N…

G5 Trail Collective Trail Development 2023

Old Fort Trails Project Receives $2.5 Million for Trail Development

Old Fort Trails Project G5 Trail Collective Receives 2.5 Million for Trail Development

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'Complete the Trails' Program Grants Awarded to Local Trails

McDowell County Trails receive funding to improve outdoor trails in our region.

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McDowell County TDA Announces New Director

Old Fort, NC – The McDowell County Tourism Development Authority will welcome a new executive director on May 1, with t…