Richard's Guidebook
Mountain Biking
Fire Mt. Trails has over 12 miles of trails.
https://youtu.be/MNJpxpdZa1s
Fire Mountain Mountain Bike Trail Head
State Road 1361Museum
Learn the history of the Principal People, the Cherokee.
Museum of the Cherokee Indian
589 Tsali BlvdFood scene
Native Brews
1897 Tsali BlvdOutdoor Activities
Island Park is fun for all ages. Swimming, fishing, picnicking etc. No cost, open to the public.
Oconaluftee Island Park
U.S. 441Mingo Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the region. Open to the public, no cost.
58 locals recommend
Mingo Falls
Eastern Cherokee ReservationMingo Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the region. Open to the public, no cost.
Soco Falls has limited parking. Go early to avoid traffic. Open to the public, no fee.
101 locals recommend
Soco Falls
U.S. Highway 19Soco Falls has limited parking. Go early to avoid traffic. Open to the public, no fee.
Beautiful Fontana Lake, great for boating, kayaking, swimming and fishing. Boat rentals available at Almond Boat dock.
67 locals recommend
Fontana Lake
Beautiful Fontana Lake, great for boating, kayaking, swimming and fishing. Boat rentals available at Almond Boat dock.
Beautiful drive and scenery along the way to the historic Fontana Dam. No cost, open to the public.
19 locals recommend
Fontana Village
Beautiful drive and scenery along the way to the historic Fontana Dam. No cost, open to the public.
Cultural Experience
https://visitcherokeenc.com/play/attractions/oconaluftee-indian-village/
Oconoluftee Indian Village is a living replica of an early 1700’s Cherokee Village.
Oconaluftee Indian Village
218 Drama RdA re-enactment of the Cherokees from European contact to the Trail of Tears.
51 locals recommend
Unto These Hills, Outdoor Drama
688 Drama RdA re-enactment of the Cherokees from European contact to the Trail of Tears.
Motorsports
Motorcycle, auto and power sports
World famous Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap with 318 curves in 11 miles: America’s number one motorcycle and sports car road.
93 locals recommend
Tail of the Dragon
17555 Tapoco RdWorld famous Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap with 318 curves in 11 miles: America’s number one motorcycle and sports car road.