Why you'd want to live in Burnsville

Burnsville is only 35 minutes outside of Buncombe County and is home to Mount Mitchell, the highest peak East of the Mississippi River. Situated just off the Blue Ridge Parkway in the shadow of this incredible mountain in Yancey County, Burnsville is the quintessential mountain getaway. For a small town, you’ll find plenty to do, such as attend a performance at the Parkway Playhouse or peer into the night sky at Bare Dark Sky Observatory. Burnsville also boasts museums, cheerful boutiques, art galleries, antique shops, restaurants, and more. Adjacent to Pisgah National Forest and the Blue Ridge Parkway, outdoor adventures await you such as hiking a section of the legendary Appalachian Trail or learning about the unique ecosystem and stunning views of Mount Mitchell.