Things to Do

In the heart of downtown Franklin, from May through November, the Macon County Farmers Market features fresh produce, local honey, baked goods, handmade crafts, live plants, goat milk products, and ...

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 wonderful antique store located located in the beautiful mountains of Franklin, NC. 

MILL CREEK RESORT AND COUNTRY CLUB is one of the best kept secrets in the Smoky Mountains and now you are in on the secret. Here in the mountains of ...

Located in Franklin, Yoga Den is a welcoming hot yoga studio for all levels. With 15 weekly classes offered in hot, warm, and unheated temperatures, each session is led by ...

Outdoor 76 is a team of specialists committed to excellence in service, sales and selection for all your outdoor lifestyle needs. At Outdoor 76, our highly-trained staff is armed and ready ...

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 ...

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On the drive to Wayah Bald, you can stop at the Wilson Lick Ranger Station (about three miles before you reach the summit). Built in 1916, Wilson Lick gives you ...

Nantahala Hiking Club conducts hikes on most Saturdays, Sundays and occasional weekday hikes. The club also holds volunteer days on Wednesdays. Click here for more details. Hiking with the club ...

Explore this 4.0-mile out-and-back trail only minutes from Franklin. This section of the trail is called Section 4 of the 100-mile N.C. Bartram Trail. The trail has a stunning waterfall ...