Cheyanne & Michael

Fall 2023 • Topton, NC

Cheyanne & Michael

Fall 2023 • Topton, NC

Things to Do

Boat Rentals

Lake's End Marina

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17838 Wayah Road, Topton, NC 28781
(828) 321.3001

Pontoon boats, ski and speed boats, bass boats, sail boats, canoes, kayak rentals, and more

Website

Nantahala Shores Boat Rentals

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13 Old Faber Rd., Topton, NC 28781
828.557.0408

Laid-back, budget friendly pontoon boats; 2-day minimum in-season

Casinos

Harrah's Cherokee Valley River

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777 Casino Pkwy, Murphy, NC 28906, USA
(828) 422-7777

60,000 square feet of the hottest slots and traditional table games like blackjack, roulette, baccarat & craps

Hiking

Wesser Bald Fire Tower

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Franklin, NC 28734, USA

Wesser Bald is a beautiful hiking trail that rises high above the surrounding valleys in the Nantahala National Forest. The mountain offers outstanding views from its summit, thanks to a metal fire lookout tower and wooden observation deck at the top.

Siler Bald

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on the Appalachian Trail near Franklin, NC

Hike the Appalachian Trail to Siler Bald near Franklin, NC, and score some exceptional, 360-degree views from a sun-drenched, grassy summit.

Horseback Riding

Horseshoe Creek Riding Stables

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1386 Stewart Rd, Andrews, NC 28901, USA
(828) 321-2376

Horseback riding for all ages. Appointment only so they can curtail your ride specifically to your group!

Whitewater Rafting

Nantahala Rafting with Fast Rivers

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1965 US-19, Topton, NC 28781, USA
(828) 321-9954

Guided rafting trips for miles of fun and exciting Class II and III rapids on one of the country’s most popular rivers.

Ziplines

Nantahala Outdoor Center

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13077 U.S. 19 West, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
(828) 785-5082

550-foot-long dual zip lines as you enter this aerial challenge park with over 16 exciting obstacles. NOC’s expert aerial guides offer advice as you explore two levels of the park at up to 40-feet above ground level!

Vineyards

Nottely River Valley Vineyards, LLC

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1150 Old Culberson Rd, Murphy, NC 28906, USA
(828) 837-7822

The vineyard and winery occupies 10 acres of a 93 acre farm that has been in the family since 1820. The vineyard consist of high density plantings of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Primitivo, Pinot Gris, Riesling, and the French Hybrids – Chambourcin, Chardonel, & Seyval Blanc.

Waterfalls

Nantahala Cascades

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Old River Rd, Topton, NC

These cascades – the largest on the Nantahala – are near the top of the mountain. There’s a small pull-over for cars.

Railway Tours

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

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45 Mitchell St, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA
(800) 872-4681

Old-time steam engine, scenic ride from Bryson City into Nantahala River Gorge. Get a front-row view of Fontana Lake, the historic Fontana Trestle, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Nantahala National Forest, the Nantahala and Tuckasegee Rivers, historical structures, and stunning foliage.

Gem Mines

Sheffield Gem Mine

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385 Sheffield Farms Rd, Franklin, NC 28734, USA
(828) 369-8383

Sheffield Gem Mine is a historic native Ruby/Sapphire mine in Franklin, North Carolina that offers a thrilling gem mining experience for everyone.