Granite Quarry
in Rowan County of North Carolina, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
35.612 and -80.447 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 35° 36' 44" and W -80° 26' 48"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 12:21 AM (Friday)
Timezone: America/New_York
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
6:42 am and 7:59 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-33.937 and 115.018 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Burnside
References
This place on Wikipedia
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Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

Safety Score: 2,7 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United States.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United States. Last Update: 2024-04-18 08:12:24

Delve into Granite Quarry

Granite Quarry in Rowan County (North Carolina) with it's 2,995 habitants is located in United States about 294 mi (or 474 km) south-west of Washington DC, the country's capital town.

Current time in Granite Quarry is now 12:21 AM (Friday). The local timezone is named America / New York with an UTC offset of -4 hours. We know of 10 airports close to Granite Quarry, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is Smith Reynolds Airport in a distance of 38 mi (or 61 km), North. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

Also, if you like playing golf, there are some options within driving distance. If you need a hotel, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Salisbury, Concord, Lexington, Mocksville and Albemarle. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 23°C / 74 °F

Morning Temperature 14°C / 58 °F
Evening Temperature 23°C / 73 °F
Night Temperature 17°C / 63 °F
Chance of rainfall 3%
Air Humidity 61%
Air Pressure 1016 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 6 km/h (4 mph) from South
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 94% of sky
General Conditions Moderate rain

Friday, 19th of April 2024

18°C (64 °F)
15°C (59 °F)
Overcast clouds, gentle breeze.

Saturday, 20th of April 2024

11°C (52 °F)
10°C (50 °F)
Moderate rain, gentle breeze, overcast clouds.

Sunday, 21st of April 2024

8°C (47 °F)
7°C (44 °F)
Moderate rain, light breeze, overcast clouds.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Comfort Suites Salisbury

Address
3,4 mi
1040 E. Innes St.
28144 Salisbury
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hampton Inn Salisbury

Address
3,0 mi
1001 Klumac Road
28144 Salisbury
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Courtyard Salisbury

Address
4,0 mi
120 Marriott Circle
28144 Salisbury
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Quality Inn Salisbury

Address
3,1 mi
825 Klumac Road
28144 Salisbury
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Affordable Suites Salisbury

Address
2,4 mi
1305 JULIAN ROAD
28147 Salisbury
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 13:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Econo Lodge Salisbury

Address
2,7 mi
1328 Jake Alexander Blvd., S.
28146 Salisbury
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


SUPER 8 SALISBURY

Address
2,9 mi
925 BENDIX DRIVE I-85 EXIT #76A
28146 Salisbury
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


DAYS INN SALISBURY

Address
3,1 mi
321 BENDIX DRIVE
28146 Salisbury
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Holiday Inn Express & Suites SALISBURY

Address
3,3 mi
125 Marriott Circle
28144 Salisbury
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Railfanning In Salisbury NC With UP & BNSF Leaders, A Rail Train & Bartable Train November 2014

Published: December 08, 2014
Length: 05:59 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: homboldt

A few trains I caught at the Salisbury Wye after helping out at the North Carolina Transportation Museum. In this video we will see a few oddities like the Salisbury Switcher running in “Push-Pul...


Salisbury NC's Farmer's Market Inteviews

Published: July 17, 2009
Length: 49:59 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: joe girdler

Street Interviews from the Farmer's Market in Salisbury, NC.The Landtrust asks two questions during the Salisbury Farmer's market: Why do you shop at the Farmer's Market? Do you think it is...


NS P99 & 154 Passing Through Salisbury NC With EMD Leaders 2/28/2015

Published: March 16, 2015
Length: 41:37 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: homboldt

A couple quick clips of NS P99 & NS 154 at the Salisbury Wye while waiting to board Amtrak 76. 00:07 NS P99 Linwood NC to Charlotte NC NS EMD SD70M-2 #2718 NS GE D8-40CW #8407 Ex CR ...


NS Norfolk Southern Salisbury NC High and Wide

Published: February 18, 2013
Length: 32:56 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: jfreelan1964

This was shot in Salisbury, NC. It was a constant 37F degrees, all day. First High and Wide I have ever caught on Video or film for that matter.


Railfanning Salisbury: Northbound Norfolk Southern

Published: March 15, 2015
Length: 27:34 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Plane Trains Boats and Cars

This is a northbound NS mixed manifest through Salisbury.


Salisbury NC 04.13.13: EMD Fans, Avert Your Eyes Now

Published: May 16, 2013
Length: 06:53 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: FastFlyingVirginian

You have been warned. "Watch him go up the wye instead of straight..." At that point, I probably should have taken my cue from the cynical observation of one of my fellow railfans and slid...


Salisbury Academy Grandpersons Day 20141017

Published: October 22, 2014
Length: 51:50 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: chefpef1

Salisbury Academy Grandperson's Day 10-17-2017 Salisbury, NC.


NS 204 Passing The Salisbury Wye With UP Power, Salisbury NC 8/23/2014

Published: September 14, 2014
Length: 54:17 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: homboldt

A quick shot of NS 204 passing the Wye after coming back from the NCTM in Spencer. NS 204 Atlanta GA to Rutherford PA NS GE D9-44CW #8973 NS GE D9-44CW #9141 UP GE C44-9W #9804 Ex ...


Salisbury NC 04.13.13: Did Somebody Step On A Duck?

Published: May 15, 2013
Length: 08:49 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: FastFlyingVirginian

The 630 was resting after a long day of running back and forth to Barber Junction, but there was still plenty of NS and Amtrak action to be had. With the sun now at a more tolerable angle...


NC Amtrak Leaving Salisbury

Published: October 26, 2014
Length: 23:42 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Plane Trains Boats and Cars

This is an Amtrak leaving Salisbury. This is the 12:41 train to Raleigh nc.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Faith, North Carolina

Faith is a town in Rowan County, North Carolina, incorporated in 1903. The population was 695 at the 2000 census. Since 1946, the town has hosted a Fourth of July celebration that has become notably large for a town of its population - running for several days and drawing visitors from many states. The Faith Fourth achieved national visibility in 1992, when President George H. W.

Located at 35.5867, -80.4611 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Populated places in Rowan County, North Carolina, Towns in North Carolina, Populated places established in 1903

Granite Quarry, North Carolina

Granite Quarry is a town in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States. The population was 2,175 at the 2000 census.

Located at 35.6128, -80.4444 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Rowan County, North Carolina, Towns in North Carolina

Dogwood Acres, Rowan County, North Carolina

Dogwood Acres is an unincorporated community in Rowan County, North Carolina. It lies at an elevation of 781 feet (238 m). {{#invoke:Coordinates|coord}}{{#coordinates:35|38|18|N|80|27|51|W| |primary |name= }}

Located at 35.6383, -80.4642 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Unincorporated communities in North Carolina, Populated places in Rowan County, North Carolina

Old Stone Vineyard and Winery

Old Stone Winery is a family-owned winery estate located outside of Salisbury, NC. Sited on 130 acres of land, and with more than 20 acres of vineyard, it was founded in 2001 by Mark, Barbara and Marcus Brown. It is currently owned by Darin and Naomi Griffin.

Located at 35.5976, -80.426 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Rowan County, North Carolina, North Carolina wineries, Visitor attractions in Rowan County, North Carolina

East Rowan High School

East Rowan High School is a public, co-educational secondary school located in Granite Quarry, North Carolina. It is one of eight high schools in the Rowan-Salisbury School System.

Located at 35.5941, -80.4238 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Public high schools in North Carolina, Educational institutions established in 1959, Schools in Rowan County, North Carolina

Districts of the same city

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This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Woodside, Granite Quarry