Huntersville, North Carolina

Huntersville is a town located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 24,960. It is located about 12 miles north of downtown Charlotte.

Life in Huntersville, NC

Huntersville is one of three towns located north of Charlotte, NC, but within the same county. These three towns make up the area known as "North Meck" and primarily consist of suburban, golf-course style communities. Express bus transportation and an interstate with HOV lanes provide quick access to the downtown business areas of Charlotte, making Huntersville primarily a town of commuters.

Related Topics:
Charlotte, NC - HOV lane

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However, Huntersville has also become known for its own attractions, drawing many visitors from the area. Huntersville is well-known by locals for Birkdale Village, a planned community of shops, restaurants, entertainment, and luxury apartments overlooking Main Street.

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The town also is known recreationally as a lake community because of its proximity to Lake Norman, a large man-made lake created by Duke Power to serve the region's electrical requirements. The lake attracts boaters and water skiers from several surrounding states. Huntersville is also home to several private golf courses including NorthStone and Birkdale.

Related Topics:
Lake Norman - Duke Power

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