Cherokee Indian Reservation
The Cherokee Indians were the first to be charmed by the natural beauty of the mountains, fresh flowing streams and rivers, and clear blue sky in what they called “Land of the Blue Smoke”, or Smoky Mountains as we know them today.
Now it’s your turn to be charmed.
Encircled by majestic mountains, Cherokee North Carolina is a Smoky Mountain vacation destination with plenty of fun activities - museums, amusement parks, casino, hiking trails, scenic drives, great shopping, and a wealth of lodging choices.
And there are plenty of ways to relax, too. Sit by a waterfall or a swift-flowing stream, picnic under a lush canopy of trees, stroll along a river path …it’s all waiting here for you.
On your next visit to the Smokies, make Cherokee your home base. We've got lots to keep you busy, but you'll also be perfectly situated to see the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Blue Ridge Parkway, Maggie Valley, Asheville, Gatlinburg and Cades Cove. Cherokee is a great combination of lots of fun things to do in the midst of incomparable natural beauty.
Come for the mountains, stay for the fun!
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Asheville
Come for the abundant natural beauty, friendly atmosphere, wealth of year-round outdoor activities, rich history, and lively local arts and music scene.
Stay for the diverse economy, entrepreneurial opportunities, mild climate and high quality of life.
Build your business, or live and work in Asheville – one of the Southeast’s most livable cities.
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Town of Dillsboro
Since the turn of the last century, travelers have retreated to this quaint mountain town that offers the world a taste of small-town America. Take a "walkabout" through Dillsboro. Observe craftspeople at work, shop at a wide assortment of speciality and craft stores, dine at our many fine eateries, then sleep soundly at any one of our friendly bed & breakfasts, or hotels. Catch the scenic railway and absorb the beauty of the area while traveling on historic tracks.
What else is there to do? The possibilities are endless. Both a stream and a river run through Dillsboro, so you can fish, enjoy all kinds of watersports or just sit on the bank and relax.
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Downtown Waynesville Association
Waynesville is Haywood County's oldest town with over a century of experience as a quaint mountain retreat. Even before the railroad made it easy to get here, visitors flocked to Waynesville for the cool, clean air, clean water, outstanding scenery and an opportunity to escape sweltering cities.
Today, as Waynesville looks forward to its bicentennial in 2009, vacationers continue to gravitate to this delightful mountain town for its cool summers, dramatic autumns, mild winters, lush springtime, as well as Southern hospitality and small town charm. But, be prepared. You're bound to fall in love. Waynesville's quaint old buildings, brick sidewalks, galleries, tempting foods and old-time general store will take you back to a more leisurely time. A time when people made you feel welcome and when you could slow down and really savor the present.
The same charm and friendliness is evident in Waynesville's lodging and restaurant choices. Choose a cozy cabin, a country inn, a country club, a franchise motel or one of our historic bed and breakfasts. When it's time to dine, there is everything from hearty country fare to the local specialty mountain trout, to fine international cuisine and high-end gourmet.
Waynesville is also home to superb mountain golf. Under a fresh mountain sky, you can tee off at one of our many golf resorts and golf courses and play along lush fairways ringed with awe inspiring mountain views. Waynesville may be a small town, but it's big on entertainment and culture. There's nightlife and music for every taste - from bluegrass and country to jazz, contemporary and folk. The award-wining theatre local features a full schedule of performances. Folkmoot U.S.A. attracts entertainers from all over the world. The Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts is housed right here at our own historic Shelton House.
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