Pineola is an unincorporated community in Avery County, North Carolina. Its boundaries, in general, span a three-mile radius from the intersection of U.S. Route 221 and NC 181. The area was known as "Saginaw" until the early 20th century. In 1814 Pineola is listed as a county in North Carolina. It is widely considered the gem of Avery County.Pineola is the site of several businesses, including a concrete plant, a building supply and lumber company, a Campground, an asphalt plant, a general store, a sawmill, a boutique Salon, and a charming hotel. In the center of Pineola is the hundred plus years old Pineola Presbyterian Church, which is a beautiful architectural landmark and historically significant to Avery County. A number of choose and cut Christmas Tree farms dot the community for seasonal visitors to select a home grown Christmas Tree during the holiday months.