Located in western North Carolina along the South Carolina line, the scenic mountainous region of Transylvania County bills itself the "Land of Waterfalls." Among the 250 cascades here, 411-foot Whitewater Falls is the one of the highest waterfalls in the eastern United States. Over half the county comprises state or federal land, with Pisgah National Forest, Gorges State Park and DuPont State Forest offering activities such as hiking, biking, camping, canoeing, tubing and fishing for locals and visitors alike. The county seat is Brevard. The value of all land and rural real estate for sale in North Carolina's Transylvania County recently was nearly $373 million, representing a total of 3,170 acres of land for sale in Transylvania County. Transylvania County ranks 22nd out of 100 counties in the Tar Heel State for the total number of acres of land currently advertised for sale. Brevard featured the most land for sale. Based on its natural assets, tourism and recreation contribute significant revenue toward Transylvania County's overall GDP. Transylvania County is the 72nd biggest county (380 square miles) in North Carolina. It's located in the Mountains North Carolina region of the state.