Experiences
Pick your kind of fun.
Waterfalls, hikes, lakes, rivers, scenic drives, mountain towns, festivals, and every good reason to load up the car — curated across the Southern Appalachians.
9 experiences
AnchorCherohala Skyway
Tellico Plains, TN
High-elevation scenic drive connecting Tennessee and North Carolina with sweeping overlooks.
AnchorCherokee National Forest
Tellico Plains, TN
Large national forest with rivers, waterfalls, scenic drives, hiking, camping, and rafting access.
AnchorCherohala Skyway
Tellico Plains, TN
High-elevation scenic drive connecting Tennessee and North Carolina with overlooks and fall color.
AnchorBald River Falls
Tellico Plains, TN
Iconic 90-ft roadside waterfall on the Cherohala Skyway approach.
Baby Falls
Tellico Plains, TN
Small roadside waterfall popular with paddlers near Bald River Falls.
Tellico River
Tellico Plains, TN
Cherokee National Forest trout river along the Cherohala Skyway.
Citico Creek
Tellico Plains, TN
Wild, remote stream in the Citico Creek Wilderness south of the Smokies.
Wineries & Culinary
Tsali Notch Vineyard
Tsali Notch Vineyard
Madisonville, TN
Tennessee's largest muscadine vineyard, at the base of the Cherohala Skyway.
Wesser Bald Fire Tower
Franklin, NC
Appalachian Trail hike to a fire tower with views near Nantahala Gorge.