Yancey County is located in the northwestern part of North Carolina in the mountain region. It was formed in 1833 from parts of Burke, Buncombe and McDowell Counties. The county's approximate population is 18,000. The County seat is Burnsville.

The county is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners, which is elected by the citizens of Yancey County. The Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting the county's tax rate, adopting ordinances, and approving the county budget. The county is also served by a Sheriff, Clerk of Court, Register of Deeds, and District Attorney.

Yancey County is part of the Asheville Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. The county is home to Mount Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi River. The county is also home to the Blue Ridge Parkway, which runs through the county.

Yancey County is home to a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting. The county is also home to several state parks, including Mount Mitchell State Park, Mount Mitchell State Natural Area, and Roan Mountain State Park.

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