Laurel Park in Henderson County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Jump Off Rock
In 1925, W.D. and Nina McAdoo of Pinellas County, Florida purchased Jump Off Rock from the Davis family and donated the property to the newly formed Town of Laurel Park.
Due to the hard work and generosity of these few individuals, many generations of residents and visitors can enjoy spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains from Jump Off Rock. Elevation 3,025 feet
Erected 2014 by Laurel Park Civic Association.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Natural Features • Roads & Vehicles • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1907.
Location. 35° 18.823′ N, 82° 31.608′ W. Marker is in Laurel Park, North Carolina, in Henderson County. Marker can be reached from Laurel Park Highway, 0.1 miles north of Beechwood Circle. Marker is in Jump Off Rock Park, on the path between the parking lot and overlook. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4501 Laurel Park Hwy, Hendersonville NC 28739, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. The Legend of Jump Off Rock (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Fleetwood Hotel (approx. half a mile away); “Woodlawn” (approx. 1.6 miles away); Echo Mountain Inn (approx. 1.7 miles away); CCC Rock Walls (approx. 1.7 miles away); The Quarry Tract (approx. 1.8 miles away); The Swiss Railway (approx. 1.9 miles away); Park Heights Tower (approx. 1.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Laurel Park.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 13, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 13, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 68 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on February 13, 2024, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.