Franklin, North Carolina
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Franklin is a town in and the county seat of Macon County, North Carolina, United States.[4] It is situated within the Nantahala National Forest. The population was reported to be 4,175 in the 2020 census, an increase from the total of 3,845 tabulated in 2010.
Franklin, North Carolina | |
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Motto: "Discover Us" | |
Coordinates: 35°10′47″N 83°22′52″W | |
Country | United States |
State | North Carolina |
County | Macon |
Area | |
• Total | 4.99 sq mi (12.92 km2) |
• Land | 4.90 sq mi (12.68 km2) |
• Water | 0.09 sq mi (0.23 km2) |
Elevation | 2,047 ft (624 m) |
Population (2020) | |
• Total | 4,175 |
• Density | 852.56/sq mi (329.18/km2) |
Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
ZIP codes | 28734, 28744 |
Area code | 828 |
FIPS code | 37-24640[3] |
GNIS feature ID | 2406519[2] |
Website | www.franklinnc.com |
The town developed around a 1,000-year old platform mound, the center of the historic Cherokee town of Nikwasi.
Franklin is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, specifically in relation to the Nantahala National Forest, the Great Smoky Mountains, and the Appalachian Trail.[5] The town and the surrounding area is rich in gems and minerals, and is known locally as the "Gem Capital of The World."[6]