ZIP Code 28605: Blowing Rock, North Carolina
ZIP code 28605 covers part or all of Blowing Rock in Watauga County, North Carolina. Its reference point is at latitude 36.1355 and longitude -81.6996 (36°08'07.8"N 81°41'58.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 28605
28605 is the only ZIP code listed for Blowing Rock, NC in our directory.
Across Watauga County there are 8 ZIP codes listed, and North Carolina has 1,115 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 28607 in Boone, NC, about 5.8 mi to the north.
| ZIP code | 28605 |
|---|---|
| City | Blowing Rock |
| County | Watauga County |
| State | North Carolina (NC) |
| Latitude | 36.1355 |
| Longitude | -81.6996 |
| DMS | 36°08'07.8"N 81°41'58.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 28607 (Boone, 5.8 mi) |
All ZIP codes in Blowing Rock, NC · All North Carolina ZIP codes
Map of ZIP Code 28605
Map centered on 36.1355, -81.6996. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
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ZIP Codes Near 28605
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 28605, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 28605, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Boone, NC (5.8 mi north), Valle Crucis, NC (6.7 mi northwest) and Banner Elk, NC (8.3 mi west). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Boone, NC – 5.8 mi north
- Valle Crucis, NC – 6.7 mi northwest
- Banner Elk, NC – 8.3 mi west
- Vilas, NC – 9.2 mi northwest
- Collettsville, NC – 9.9 mi south
- Pineola, NC – 10 mi west
- Deep Gap, NC – 12 mi northeast
- Crossnore, NC – 12 mi southwest
- Sugar Grove, NC – 12 mi northwest
- Triplett, NC – 12 mi east
Schools Near Blowing Rock, NC
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 28605 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Blowing Rock and Watauga County.
Searching nearby communities such as Boone and Valle Crucis can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 28605.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Blowing Rock, NC are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28605.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Blowing Rock, NC can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 28605 may also use facilities in nearby Boone, Valle Crucis and Banner Elk.
Shopping and Dining in Blowing Rock
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 28605 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Blowing Rock, North Carolina can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 28605.
To research local history, try searching for Watauga County records and archives along with the name Blowing Rock.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 28605, Boone lies about 5.8 mi to the north, Valle Crucis lies about 6.7 mi to the northwest, Banner Elk lies about 8.3 mi to the west, Vilas lies about 9.2 mi to the northwest and Collettsville lies about 9.9 mi to the south. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Blowing Rock show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 28605
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Moses H. Cone Plantation (8635637204)”): Government & Heritage Library, State Library of NC from Raleigh, NC, United States, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Grandfather Mountain sunset - panoramio”): Larry Lamb, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 28605 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.