Visit Caswell County NC

VISIT CASWELL COUNTY

AREA INFO

In Caswell, our beautiful rural setting is a wonderful backdrop to have unique experiences.

Home to one of the largest game lands in the state with over 16,000 acres, the R Wayne Bailey Game Lands boasts the state's largest population of wild turkeys.

Local artist Maude Gatewood (1934-2004) called Caswell home. Painting everything as far as her eye could see starting from a young age, she soon became an important artist of the 20th century. Various locations throughout the county showcase her work, including an exhibit in the room of her childhood home at the Richmond-Miles History Museum.

Renowned furniture maker and free Black man, Thomas Day (1801-1864) was an important part of Caswell County history. His small furniture shop in Milton quickly became the largest cabinet shop in North Carolina. Day is an example of entrepreneurs can thrive in Caswell. With support from the community, you can make your dreams a reality. You can see his work in his home-turned-museum in Historic Milton.

THINGS TO DO

These are just a few of the things to do and see that are ALL IN Caswell

Outdoor Recreation

Outdoor Recreation is a cornerstone to the way of life here. Whether it’s hunting and fishing, lake recreation, or trails, all these can be experienced in our wonderful rural setting.

Hyco Lake

A hidden playground for water lovers offering activities such as boating, swimming, water skiing and more.

S.R. Farmer Lake

A favorite among anglers with its large bass population and jet ski and swimming restrictions.

Arboretum

Provides an opportunity to relax and interact with local plant and wildlife such as butterflies and song birds.

Neighborhood Parks

Throughout Caswell County there are a number of pocket parks and rec areas.

Historical Sites

Caswell County Historical Society operates many sites on an ongoing basis, please check them out for more information.

Thomas Day House

Thomas Day was a African-American Furniture maker. Today you can learn about his path from free black man to renowned entrepreneur.

Shangri-La Stone Village

Shangri-La Stone Village is a surprisingly comprehensive set of buildings made from concrete, stone, and thousands of arrowheads.

Courthouse

Constructed between 1858 and 1861, architecturally, it is considered one of the most distinctive courthouses in North Carolina

Historical Marker

Take a tour through Caswell County and learn about its role in significant NC and American history events.

LOCAL HOTSPOTS

YANCEYVILLE ART MUSEUM

The art gallery features the largest collection of Maud Gatewood pieces in the world. The gallery includes both her personal works as well as pieces from her collection. The Yanceyville Museum of Art is located inside the Yanceyville Municipal Services Building at 158 East Church Street in Yanceyville. It is open Monday through Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm, and is free to visit.

CASWELL PINES GOLF COURSE

The Caswell Pines Golf Course is located right outside of Yanceyville and can be located at 2830 County Home Road, Yanceyville, NC 27379. You can find out more about the course and its other services by visiting their website at www.caswellpines.com.

OUR TOWNS

Milton and Yanceyville

Our small communities are the HEART of Caswell. The towns of Yanceyville and Milton are the only two incorporated communities in the County.

Yanceyville is the County seat of Caswell and is located right in the center of the County. With a population of just over 2,000, many of the County’s essential services are located here. Milton is nestled along the Dan River in the northern part of the county. It is a beautiful historic community with a population of just over 150.

We also have many unincorporated communities, including Pelham, Leasburg, Prospect Hill, Providence, Semora, Blanch, and Cherry Grove. These communities are not to be missed as they house treasures of their own.