The property is surrounded by the luscious and vast Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and only 12 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway entrance. Favorite Trails: Oconaluftee River Trail, Waterrock Knob, & The Pinnacle Favorite Overlooks: Newfound Gap, Thunderstruck Ridge
Nearby rivers: Tuckaseegee, Nantahala, Oconaluftee Lakes: Nantahala, Glenville, Bear, Fontana Falls: Mingo Falls, Soco Falls, & Dry Falls Water activities: boating, paddle boarding, fishing, rafting and tubing.
Visit the neighboring towns of Dillsboro, Sylva, Waynesville, Cherokee, and Bryson City for a stroll down main street - each lined with quaint shops and boutiques, local breweries, and delectable eateries.
The Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indian Reservation is only one exit away and offers plenty of activities for the entire family. Choose from the various dining options, shows and other entertainment at the Casino, gem mining, browsing the local craft shops, and the frequent elk sightings!
The venue is located within an hour from Asheville and Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge, you can easily retreat to these popular tourist destinations for spectacular restaurants and even more entertainment suitable for everyone! Larger cities such as Charlotte, Greenville, Atlanta, and Knoxville are also accessible within a 2-3 hour drive.