Haywood County is located in the western part of North Carolina and is part of the Appalachian Mountains. The county seat is Waynesville. The county has a population of 59,036 as of the 2020 census.

Haywood County is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners. The Board is elected by the citizens of Haywood County and is responsible for setting policy and making decisions on behalf of the citizens. The Board is responsible for setting the budget, levying taxes, and providing services to the citizens of Haywood County.

The county is home to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Cataloochee Ski Area. The county is also home to the towns of Maggie Valley, Canton, Clyde, and Waynesville. The county is known for its outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking, camping, fishing, and whitewater rafting.

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