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Franklin NC

PHotographer John Maclean Mountain

Franklin is home to many artists who are inspired by life in a blue ridge mountain valley. Photographers in particular find themselves surrounded by infinite possibilities to capture and create art, and one such photographer, John MacLean, showcases his incredible work in a gallery downtown near the gazebo.

Blog How to Plan a Family Reunion in Franklin, NC

When it comes to getting your whole family together, there’s no better place to have a reunion than the North Carolina mountains. Franklin is home to both exciting outdoor exploration and family-friendly entertainment, so there’s plenty to do for people of all ages!

Hiking Trails Blog - Franklin, NC

Heading to the mountains during summer means it’s time for trails galore, and Franklin delivers! Whether you’re looking for a fun family outing that’s easy on the kids or a truly challenging trek with backpacks and tents, you’re sure to find exactly what you’re looking for around these parts.

Spring has Sprung

The Dogwoods are pristine, the tulips are exploding with color and the mountains of Western North Carolina are calling. Spring in Franklin is unlike anytime of year. Everything is new ...

Waterfall on the Cullasaja River in Nantahala National Forest, N

Top Outdoor Town – Check out Franklin, NC “Thousands of tired, nerve-shaken, over-civilized people are beginning to find out going to the mountains is going home.” –John Muir With mountain ...

Voted Best Small Town by Blue Ridge Outdoors

Our fantastic town was named the 2015 Top Small Town by the readers of Blue Ridge Outdoors. Check out the full story HERE. Or watch this quick video:

Pumpkin Fest Franklin, NC

Get ready to let the good times roll during Franklin, North Carolina's 24th Annual PumpkinFest! This street festival and celebration of Autumn is pure familiy fun! Children and adults alike will have a blast taking part in traditional and some very non-traditional fall festivities during Western North Carolina's premiere autumn festival.

Gem Mining in Franklin, NC

Gem Mining in Franklin, North Carolina Franklin, North Carolina is renowned as the “Gem Capital of the World” for good reason. Spanish Conquistador Hernando de Sota ventured through the area ...

Winter in Franklin, NC

Ah, winter in the mountains… it’s a quieter time, a calmer time. And with the trees bare of their leaves, at every turn you’ll find views that go on forever. ...