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Hunter

Tennessee, United States · North America

About Hunter

Hunter is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Elizabethton, 42km from Linn Cove Viaduct Viewpoint (Blue Ridge Parkway).

Hunter is a town located in Tennessee, United States. With a population of 1,854, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Hunter sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/New York time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Hunter to your route.

About Hunter

Hunter (also called Stoney Creek) is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated community located northeast of Elizabethton in Carter County, Tennessee, along Tennessee State Route 91 and the Watauga River. Its population was 1,854 as of the 2010 census. It is part of the Johnson City Metropolitan Statistical

Read more Area, which is a component of the Johnson City-Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA Combined Statistical Area – commonly known as the "Tri-Cities" region. Hunter is a suburb of Elizabethton.

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Hunter offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Hunter located?

Hunter is located in Tennessee, United States, North America. The coordinates are 36.3718 latitude, -82.1587 longitude.

What is the population of Hunter?

Hunter has a population of approximately 1,854 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
1,854
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Tennessee
Timezone
America/New_York
Coordinates
36.3718, -82.1587

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
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AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Hunter

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

Bristol Motor Speedway

The 'Last Great Colosseum': a half-mile concrete bullring in the Tennessee hills whose steep banking and 140,000-seat bowl make it NASCAR's most intense short track.

18 km · about 20 min drive

cafe

Mast General Store

A beloved 1883 general store in the Blue Ridge Mountains that has become a destination stop for travelers on the Blue Ridge Parkway, famous for its candy barrels and Appalachian charm.

42 km · about 50 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Linn Cove Viaduct Viewpoint (Blue Ridge Parkway)

A viewing area for the engineering marvel of the Linn Cove Viaduct as it curves around the face of Grandfather Mountain.

42 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Grandfather Mountain

A craggy 5,946 ft North Carolina peak just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, crowned by the Mile High Swinging Bridge: America's highest suspension footbridge, reached by a dramatic summit road.

42 km · about 50 min drive

cafe

The Wren's Nest

A cozy mountain cafe near the Blue Ridge Parkway in Blowing Rock, North Carolina, a favorite stop for travelers exploring America's most scenic drive.

51 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Hunter

  • 42 kmLinn Cove Viaduct Viewpoint (Blue Ridge Parkway)A viewing area for the engineering marvel of the Linn Cove Viaduct as it curves around the face of Grandfather Mountain.
  • 68 kmBlue Ridge ParkwayAmerica's favourite drive: 469 miles of ridge-top parkway linking Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains national parks, with countless overlooks, hiking trails, and blazing autumn foliage.
  • 77 kmCraggy PinnacleA short, gnarled tunnel of rhododendron on the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 364 opens onto a bald 360-degree summit above the Great Craggy Mountains. Catawba rhododendron turns the slopes purple in mid-June.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Hunter.

Elizabethton

🇺🇸 United States

5 km awayPop. 13,772

Central

🇺🇸 United States

13 km awayPop. 2,279

Bluff City

🇺🇸 United States

15 km awayPop. 1,723

Pine Crest

🇺🇸 United States

16 km awayPop. 2,388

Johnson City

🇺🇸 United States

19 km awayPop. 66,027

Roan Mountain

🇺🇸 United States

21 km awayPop. 1,360

Blountville

🇺🇸 United States

23 km awayPop. 3,074

Walnut Hill

🇺🇸 United States

24 km awayPop. 2,394

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