Are ticks a problem in Lincoln County?

There have been 64 tick reports near Lincoln County, NC, with 0 bites and 64 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Lincoln County?

The most commonly reported tick species in Lincoln County include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

Tick Map

View MapMap

Ticks in Lincoln County, NC

64 tick reports from the Lincoln County, NC area.

View on full interactive map

Total Reports

Sightings

Bites

Species Found in Lincoln County

Unidentified53 (83%)

Deer Tick11 (17%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Lincoln County

Ticks are active in Lincoln County, NC and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 83% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days