Carthage serves as the seat of Moore County, where majestic pine forests and gently rolling hills characterize this portion of the beautiful Sandhills Region. Moore County, NC boasts a sports and recreation paradise where choices include fantastic golfing opportunities, horseracing and playing tennis. In addition to golf, Moore County is known for its unique pottery houses and its equestrian events. The North Carolina Speedway in nearby Rockingham also draws visitors to the area.

Carthage teems with a wealth of natural acreage suitable for outdoor recreation. Scenic walking trails are a highlight of Lake Luke Marion, while Heritage Camping and Recreation center offers fishing facilities stocked with bass, birm, catfish and crappie. Other local activities include hunting at Moore County Gamelands and golfing at courses, such as the Little River Golf Club and the nearby Pinehurst Resorts.

Area businesses have the distinct advantage of its proximity to the Research Triangle Park (RTP). RTP is among the country's largest and most prestigious research parks and employs 45,000 with renowned tenants such as Cisco Systems and IBM. The RTP works in concert with three nationally respected research universities, providing a network of extensive research and technology. The unique resources available through the RTP position Carthage and all of Moore County in a highly favorable environment for development. Agriculture and tourism lead local industries in supporting Carthage's thriving economy.

Historic sites of interest include the Bryant House and McLendon Cabin and the Carthage Historical Museum. The Museum covers nearly 200 years of local history, including a quaint buggy factory leftover from earlier times when carriage making was a leading industry in Carthage. Each year, Carthage residents gather together to celebrate their heritage at the Buggy Festival.

Carthage offers its residents an affordable range of housing and crime rates that fall below the national average. Carthage citizens experience four distinct seasons and a delightfully moderate climate. Temperatures average 45 degrees in winter and an inviting 77 degrees in summer. Pleasing year round weather benefits the local tourist industry as well as the residents. Additionally, Carthage boasts top-notch public schools for the primary and secondary levels and Sandhills Community College is in nearby Pinehurst. Several opportunities for higher learning are within a short driving distance, just outside Moore County.

Carthage, North Carolina is an appealing rural community teeming with possibilities for everyone. With its superior quality of life and its balance of recreational and business opportunities, Carthage is an exemplary environment in which to live and work.

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