This area, which offers hiking, camping, birdwatching and wildlife, was named for William Linville who was killed here by Indians in the 1700s.

Linville is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Avery County, North Carolina, United States. It was first listed as a CDP in the 2020 census with a population of 283. [3]

Linville, located near the Blue Ridge Parkway, has long been a resort community. Visitors can see the careful planning that went into its development by taking a stroll through the Linville Historic District, โ€ฆ

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Dec 18, 2025ย ยท Linville Falls is one of the most impressive waterfalls along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Photograph it from several areas along the trail. Lower Falls is in the foreground, with upper falls โ€ฆ

Nov 9, 2025ย ยท In this guide, we will be sharing some of the best things to do in Linville. From visiting amazing waterfalls to hiking trails that lead you to breathtaking vistas, thereโ€™s no shortage of ways to โ€ฆ

Linville Gorge is a vast designated Wilderness area that sits on 11,786 acres of rolling hills and thick forest. The gorge surrounds the Linville River, which is located some 1,400 feet below the ridge, โ€ฆ

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Linville Gorge is a vast designated Wilderness area that sits on 11,786 acres of rolling hills and thick forest. The gorge surrounds the Linville River, which is located some 1,400 feet below the ridge, โ€ฆ

Realtor.comยฎ has 34 homes for sale in Linville, NC. The median listing price is $699,900. Browse the latest listings and find your dream home today.

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