Operating since 1952, Rose Creek Mine is a true state licensed gem mine in Macon County, North Carolina. We offer both an “unsalted” digging experience and a variety of excellent ...
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 ...
Tucked high in the mountains near Cashiers, Lake Glenville is one of the highest-elevation lakes east of the Mississippi, offering cool, crystal-clear waters perfect for summer fun. With over 26 ...
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 ...
Boasting a native dirt pile, this is where your gem mining experience begins. 100% native dirt (unsalted – nothing added) from their private mine site located atop Mason Mountain is ...
If you want to explore the history of the Cherokee Tribe and its people, a great place to start is here. Noquisiyi (later interpreted as Nikwasi) means star place and was a Cherokee town situated ...
Cullasaja Falls is a beautiful waterfall located along a narrow stretch of Hwy 64. Of the three main waterfalls in the NC Mountains along this route, Cullasaja Falls is the ...
Dry Falls is unique among North Carolina mountain waterfalls since you can walk behind the 80 foot cascade of water. The beautiful falls flow over an overhanging bluff, and when ...
A very short hike to a beautifully long waterfall in the Nantahala National Forest. Two viewing areas provide up close views of Mooney Falls. Explore this 0.2-mile out-and-back trail near ...
