North Carolina Highway 8 (NC 8) is a primary state highway in the U.S. state of North Carolina. The route connects the cities of Lexington and Winston-Salem to various recreational and natural sites including Uwharrie National Forest, High Rock Lake and Hanging Rock State Park.
NC 8/NC 740, in New London
End of NC 8/NC 740 at US 52
Lexington, North Carolina
Lexington is the county seat of Davidson County, North Carolina, United States. As of the 2020 census, the town had a population of 19,632. It is located in central North Carolina, 20 miles (32 km) south of Winston-Salem. Major highways include I-85, I-85B, U.S. Route 29, U.S. Route 70, U.S. Route 52 / I-285 and U.S. Route 64. Lexington is part of the Piedmont Triad region of the state.
South Main Street
Lexington's oldest home, The Homestead, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Pigs in the City and the Lexington Barbecue Festival bring in tourists from all over the country.
High Rock Lake