Mount Airy sits at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Surry County. It’s the hometown of Andy Griffith and the inspiration for Mayberry, and its granite quarry is described as the world’s largest open-face granite quarry.
Getting around
US 52 connects Mount Airy south to Winston-Salem, and I-74 and I-77 are nearby for trips to the rest of the Triad, Virginia and Charlotte. The Blue Ridge Parkway is about 14 miles away.
Things to do
Mayberry Days fills downtown every September, and the historic Main Street is lined with shops and diners. Pilot Mountain State Park is a short drive south, and the mountains and wineries of the Yadkin Valley are close by.
Homes in Mount Airy
Mount Airy offers historic homes near downtown, established neighborhoods, mountain-view properties and land. Thinking about a move to the foothills? The LORE team can help.
Mount Airy at a glance
- County: Surry
- Population: about 10,700 (2020 Census)
- Known for: Andy Griffith and Mayberry
- Nearby: Blue Ridge Parkway, about 14 miles
- Main highway: US 52
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