History of North America

Where did seven devils North Carolina get its name?

Seven Devils is a community in Avery County, North Carolina, United States. The community is located in the Linville River Gorge and is known for its beautiful scenery and outdoor recreational opportunities. The name Seven Devils is said to have originated from a legend about seven outlaws who were said to have holed up in the gorge. According to the legend, the outlaws were pursued by a posse and, when cornered, jumped off a cliff into the Linville River. Their bodies were never found, and it is said that their spirits still haunt the gorge.