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Things to Do in Cherokee, NC

Things to Do in Cherokee, NC

by Lee Cloer | May 9, 2025 | 828 Towns, Cherokee, Drama/Plays, Outdoors, Things to Do | 0 comments

TL;DR – Top Things to Do in Cherokee, NC (With Quick Picks for Families, Couples, and Curious Travelers!) Mingus Mill – Historic 1886 grist mill with a peaceful creekside trailBest for: Families, history buffs, romantic strolls Museum of the Cherokee People –...
High Falls Dam Release at Lake Glenville

High Falls Dam Release at Lake Glenville

by Lee Cloer | Apr 27, 2025 | Cashiers, Cullowhee, Family, Glenville, Sylva, Things to Do, Video, Waterfall | 0 comments

TL;DR – Quick Glance at Our High Falls Dam Release Adventure We arrived early (8:00 am) to snag a parking spot at the High Falls (Cullowhee Falls) North Trailhead. Google Maps Link 30-minute hike (moderate difficulty) to High Falls via North Trail AllTrails Link...
A Winter’s Day Waterfall Adventure on US 64: Franklin to Highlands, NC

A Winter’s Day Waterfall Adventure on US 64: Franklin to Highlands, NC

by Lee Cloer | Dec 8, 2024 | 828 Towns, Outdoors, Waterfall, Winter | 0 comments

When winter blankets the Blue Ridge Mountains in its crisp embrace, the waterfalls along US Hwy 64 between Franklin and Highlands, NC, take on an extra layer of magic. This 30-minute drive through the Nantahala National Forest showcases some of Western North...
Best Winter Hiking Trails in NC Mountains: Snowy Peaks & Quiet Adventures

Best Winter Hiking Trails in NC Mountains: Snowy Peaks & Quiet Adventures

by Lee Cloer | Nov 22, 2024 | Hike, Things to Do, Waterfall, Winter | 0 comments

Winter in the Smoky Mountains unveils a tranquil beauty unlike any other season. The bare trees offer unobstructed mountain views, trails are quieter, and frozen waterfalls glisten like natural sculptures. Whether you’re a casual walker or a seasoned hiker, there’s...
A Sunny Wednesday Hike to Roaring Fork Falls

A Sunny Wednesday Hike to Roaring Fork Falls

by Lee Cloer | Sep 26, 2024 | Hike, Outdoors, Things to Do, Waterfall | 0 comments

On a warm Wednesday afternoon, we ventured out on a sunny August day for a peaceful hike to Roaring Fork Falls near Mount Mitchell. The 1.3-mile round-trip trail was the perfect quick escape into nature, and to our delight, the trail was uncrowded, making the...
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