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There are many ways to explore the beautiful mountains and crystal clear streams and lakes of Western North Carolina. But whether you choose car, bike or motorcycle; or boat, raft or kayak – you can’t afford to miss what’s around the next bend.
When you visit our part of Western North Carolina you’ll see the real Smoky Mountains – a refreshing contrast to the region’s more well-known, crowded tourist destinations.
Outdoor Adventures
Joyce Kilmer National Forest – several hiking trails including one easy loop through old growth timber
Appalachian Trail – several access points for day hikes
Great Smoky Mountains National Park – 800 miles of trails.
Lake Santeetlah and Fontana Lake – Public access boat ramps, boat rentals
Nantahala River – whitewater rafting and kayaking… and fishing too.
Cheoah River – limited releases for whitewater rafting and kayaking
Tsali Mountain Bike Trails are world famous
Snowbird Wilderness Area – fly fishing, camping
Scenic Roads
Deal’s Gap / The Dragon – 318 curves in 11 miles
Cherohala Skyway – sweeping vistas, hiking areas
History and Heritage
Fontana Dam – Built during WWII, the highest dam in the eastern US
Cherokee Warrior Junaluska Memorial in nearby Robbinsville
Cherokee NC – Cherokee Indian Museum, Oconaluftee Indian Village and Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama and Cherokee NC Tourism
Great Smoky Mountain Railroad – Historic train rides from Bryson City to Nantahala Gorge