Great Smoky Mountains
The farthest west area of the North Carolina Mountains is located west of the High Country and Asheville Area. It is best known for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort, Fontana Dam, and outdoor adventures.
Cities and Towns in Smoky Mountains & Cherokee NC
Travel & Leisure In Smoky Mountains & Cherokee NC
Best attractions, hotels, and romantic getaways
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- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Clingmans Dome
- Cades Cove
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- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- Oconaluftee Indian Village
- Clingmans Dome
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- Stonebrook Lodge
- Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
- Cozy Creek Cottages
Outdoor Activities In Smoky Mountains & Cherokee NC
Top hiking, skiing & snowboarding, and adrenaline activities
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- Cataloochee Ski Area
- Sapphire Valley Ski Area
- Hatley Pointe Ski Resort
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- Nantahala Outdoor Center
- Tsali Recreation Area
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Restaurants & Dining In Smoky Mountains & Cherokee NC
Best dinner, lunch, brunch, and breakfast spots
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- The Dining Room at The Swag
- J. Arthur’s Restaurant
- The Bistro at the Everett Hotel
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- Pancake Pantry
- Crockett's Breakfast Camp
- Flapjack's Pancake Cabin
Drinks & Bars In Smoky Mountains & Cherokee NC
Best beer, wine, and cocktail bars
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- The Wine Bar at The Bistro
- Treehouse Vineyards
- Eagle Fork Vineyards
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- Fox & Parrot Tavern
- The Cork & Cleaver
- The Roaming Bison Tavern
Culture & Entertainment In Smoky Mountains & Cherokee NC
Top museums, venues, festivals, and events
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- Museum of the Cherokee Indian
- Oconaluftee Visitor Center
- Mingus Mill
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- Harrah's Cherokee
- Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery
- Iron Horse Station
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- Cherokee Indian Fair
- Smoky Mountain Christmas
- Festival of Native Peoples
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