Vilas, North Carolina facts for kids
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Vilas, North Carolina
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 Vilas, North Carolina
Location in North Carolina
Vilas, North Carolina
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Watauga |
| Named for | Vallis (Latin) |
| Elevation | 2,746 ft (837 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
28692
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| Area code(s) | 828 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1023082 |
Vilas is a small, quiet community located in Watauga County, North Carolina, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county.
Vilas is nestled near Linville Creek and can be found along two important roads, U.S. Route 321 and U.S. Route 421. It's about 5.6 miles (9.0 km) west-northwest of a larger town called Boone. The community has its own post office, which opened way back in 1885, and uses the ZIP code 28692.
About Vilas
This community is located in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. Its name, "Vilas," comes from the Latin word "vallis," which means "valley." This name fits well because the area has many valleys and hills. Vilas is a peaceful place where people live and enjoy the natural surroundings.
Interesting People from Vilas
Even though Vilas is a small community, it has been home to some interesting people.
- Joseph Bathanti (born 1953) is an American poet, novelist, and professor. He has written many books of poetry and novels. He was even named the Poet Laureate of North Carolina, which is a special honor given to a poet who represents the state.
