What to see and do
AMUSEMENTS /ATTRACTIONSEverything from museums and performing arts to white water rafting.
WHAT TO DO
Area Attractions!
Scaly Mountain Outdoor Center, LLC
Address: 7420 Dillard Rd
Scaly Mountain
NC
28775
Scaly Mountain
NC
28775
Come experience the Western North Carolina Mountains. Summer Tubing, catching a Rainbow trout from our pond or panning for gems @ the Scaly Mountain mine. You can visit our Bartram Market to satisfy you sweet tooth with candy, fudge, and ice cream. Check out our games, toys and puzzles for family game time at your cabin or camper. We have hiking sticks and maps to lead you to the many waterfalls and hiking trails in our area, including the Bartram Trail.
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Destination Marketing
Address: 810 Acquoni Rd
Cherokee
NC
28719
Cherokee
NC
28719
Toll Free: 800-438-1601
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Address: 1028 Georgia Rd
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Toll Free: (866) 273-4615

828 Escape LLC
Address: 321 Jackson Plaza
Sylva
NC
28779
Sylva
NC
28779

The Factory
Address: 1024 Georgia Rd
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Toll Free: (866) 482-2386

Friends of the Greenway
Address: 573 East Main Street
Franklin
NC
28734
Franklin
NC
28734
Friends of the Greenway is a 501c(3) member organization formed to supplement and support efforts in the care and enhancement of the Little Tennessee River Greenway in Macon County, NC.
This scenic trail is owned and maintained by the County. FROG played an integral part in the establishment of the trail and continues to provide volunteers to assist with trail upkeep and to raise funds for Greenway-related enhancement projects.
FROG Quarters is located on Main Street near the river and offers a Coffee Shop and Gift Shop, featuring nature, FROG and Greenway-related items for purchase, as well as Greenway maps.
The Greenway, an amazing community resource, is our passion!


Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
Address: 225 GH Everett Street
Bryson City
NC
28713
Bryson City
NC
28713
Toll Free: (800) 872-4681
Our scenic rail excursions take you from our historic depot in Bryson City, through the beautiful countryside of Western North Carolina. Our variety of train options and special event trains makes us perfect for making memories! We are one of the top Fun Things to do in NC for families. Dine in our first class cars with private attendant and breathtaking views or take it all in while riding in an open air gondola! Step on board for your next rail adventure.

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