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About Cornelius, NC

Cornelius is a lakefront town about 20 miles north of Charlotte along Interstate 77, sitting on Lake Norman's northern shore. The main route is I-77 from Charlotte (30 minutes) or from the north via Statesville. State Route 21 runs along the lake with scenic water views. The town serves as a Lake Norman gateway with shopping centers clustered near I-77 exits and residential areas spreading toward the water. Cornelius maintains one of Lake Norman's few remaining free public boat launches at Ramsey Creek Park.

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Cornelius, NC is in United States, at 35.472, -80.881 - about 8 km west of Davidson, NC.

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The closest airport to Cornelius, NC is Concord-Padgett Regional Airport, 27 km (about 29 min by car). Other airports nearby: Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

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