Sheffield Gem Mine is a historic native Ruby/Sapphire mine in Franklin, North Carolina that offers a thrilling gem mining experience for everyone. Surrounded by nature in the beautiful Smoky Mountains, ...
There are plenty of people who visit the Smokies of Western North Carolina to “chase waterfalls.” and after you see a few of these in person you’ll know why. But ...
At The Highlands Road Gem Mine, nestled in the heart of Franklin, North Carolina, we take pride in our rich heritage of gemstone craftsmanship and our scenic gem mining experience ...
Stretching across the North Carolina–Georgia border, Lake Chatuge is a sparkling mountain lake with 132 miles of shoreline and over 7,000 acres of water to explore. This TVA-managed lake is ...
The Bartram Trail is designated as a National Recreation Trail by the National Trails System Act of 1968. The trail is blazed in a yellow, vertically oriented rectangle in North Carolina and a ...
An out and back trail with plenty of ridgeline and several creeks to cross. Some parts of the trail can be steep and rocky, including some steep steps, but the ...
Siler Bald is a 3.7 mile out and back trail with breathtaking 360 views at the top. The trailhead parking lot is located approximately 15 miles from downtown Franklin. From ...
Whether you’re looking to get your child into horse riding for the first time or want to get back in the saddle yourself, you’ll find a riding experience to suit ...
Bridal Veil Falls is one of the three main North Carolina waterfalls just minutes from Franklin on Hwy. 64. The waterfall gets its name from its resemblance to a bride’s ...
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