Rent a boat at Alarka Marina for the day for tubing, jump of cliffs into the water, find the waterfall that falls into Fontana Lake, visit Fontana Dam all from the boat!

Whitewater rafting. In Bryson City at the Nantahala outdoor Center where kids as young as 7 can raft. Carolina Outfitters White Water Rafting, Ocoee River -12 yrs old and above.

Explore cute little mountain towns-Clayton, Tallulah, Bryson , Dillsboro, Bryson City, Hayesville, Highlands, Cashiers, Blairsville and of course-Franklin!

Drive to Bryson City along the Nantahala Gorge and stop along the way for the views. Stop at Findley Falls Trailhead and visit the waterfall. Best drive around and great for fall colors!!

Visit the Oconaluftee Visitor Center in Cherokee and museum. Visit the historic farm, see the elk. Stop at Paul’s family restaurant for Cherokee Fry bread and bison burgers. Shop the local handcrafted Cherokee goods!

1 minute away- Parker Meadows Complex: bring your own tubes and a picnic, spend the day tubing down a natural lazy river!

2 minutes-1/2 mile- H & H Farm Stand-soft serve ice cream, in season produce, local honey and food goods, corn maze, pumpkin patch in season.

4.7 miles- Bartram Trail: Wallace Branch to William's Pulpit (waterfall at beginning of trail-easy)

5 miles-The Factory -(fun for kids-go-karts and games)

5 miles-Macon County Recreation Park-park, trails, swimming pool, river

6 miles-Little Tennessee River Greenway, park-trails

9.3 miles-Rufus Morgan Trail and Falls (easy trail, 1 mile around) maintained gravel rd.

14 miles-Shooting Creek Scenic Overlook (beautiful views, short trail, picnic table)

14.2 miles-Wayah Bald-highest point in the area and amazing views, hiking, picnic area, fire tower. AT trail and Bartram trails. Maintained gravel rd.

16 miles-Big Laurel Falls and Mooney Falls (maintained gravel rd.)

16.8 miles Bust your Butt Falls- views, hiking, swimming hole- [same road-Dry Falls (easy) and Bridal Veil falls (easy)] Scenic Byway!

19 miles-Cliffside Recreation Area-hiking, lake swimming, waterfall, picnic, fishing

25 miles- Black Rock Mountain State park-hiking, views, picnic, fishing

28 miles-Tiger Drive In Theatre Visit historic Franklin for museums, shops, antiques, local book shop, souvenirs, fun!

Our Family’s Favorite Things To Do