Kelly’s guidebook
Sightseeing
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
18 Fry StFly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians
117 Main St
Blue Ridge Parkway
Blue Ridge Parkway
Lakeview Drive East
Lakeview Drive EastKnown as the Road to Nowhere
Oconaluftee Visitor Center
1194 Newfound Gap RdSee elk out in the wild!
According to numerous sources, the best place to see black bears is in Cades Cove, a few miles from Gatlinburg and Townsend, TN
Early morning (6 – 10 a.m.) and late afternoon ( 3 – 7 p.m.) are the best times for bear viewing in Cades If you see a bear:
If you see a bear:
- Remain watchful.
- Do not approach it
- Do not allow the bear to approach you.
- If the bear is at a distance, feeding or walking by, and notices you but continues its natural behavior, no action is needed on your part. Proceed while continuing to observe the bear.
- If your presence causes the bear to change its behavior (stops feeding, changes its travel direction, watches you, etc.) you are too close.
- Being too close may promote aggressive behavior from the bear such as running toward you, making loud noises, or swatting the ground. The bear is demanding more space. Don't run, but slowly back away, watching the bear. Increase the distance between you and the bear. The bear will probably do the same.
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Cades Cove
According to numerous sources, the best place to see black bears is in Cades Cove, a few miles from Gatlinburg and Townsend, TN
Early morning (6 – 10 a.m.) and late afternoon ( 3 – 7 p.m.) are the best times for bear viewing in Cades If you see a bear:
If you see a bear:
- Remain watchful.
- Do not approach it
- Do not allow the bear to approach you.
- If the bear is at a distance, feeding or walking by, and notices you but continues its natural behavior, no action is needed on your part. Proceed while continuing to observe the bear.
- If your presence causes the bear to change its behavior (stops feeding, changes its travel direction, watches you, etc.) you are too close.
- Being too close may promote aggressive behavior from the bear such as running toward you, making loud noises, or swatting the ground. The bear is demanding more space. Don't run, but slowly back away, watching the bear. Increase the distance between you and the bear. The bear will probably do the same.
This is an outstanding hike if you're seeking a little bit of solitude and some outstanding views of the Southern Smokies. The area surrounding the Lonesome Pine Overlook offers commanding views of the Nantahala Mountains across the Tuckasegee River Valley, as well as Bryson City almost directly below you.
Lonesome Pine Overlook
West Deep Creek RoadThis is an outstanding hike if you're seeking a little bit of solitude and some outstanding views of the Southern Smokies. The area surrounding the Lonesome Pine Overlook offers commanding views of the Nantahala Mountains across the Tuckasegee River Valley, as well as Bryson City almost directly below you.
Deep Creek's most popular feature is its easy access to three cascading falls - Tom Branch, Indian Creek and Juney Whank - which can all be accessed easily by venturing down the Waterfall Loop, a 2.4-mile, easy hike that passes all three falls. Explore their scenic wonder!
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Deep Creek Trail
Deep Creek TrailDeep Creek's most popular feature is its easy access to three cascading falls - Tom Branch, Indian Creek and Juney Whank - which can all be accessed easily by venturing down the Waterfall Loop, a 2.4-mile, easy hike that passes all three falls. Explore their scenic wonder!
Food scene
Everett Street Diner
126 Everett StBest breakfast in town!
River's End Restaurant
13077 US-19The Chocolate Shoppe
134 Everett StHigh Test Deli
145 Everett StThe Bistro at the Everett Hotel
16 Everett StAnthony's Restaurant
15 Depot St
4 Queens Mexican grill
Delicious Mexican food!
Things to do
Great tubing! Life vests for children can be rented with tubes.
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Deep Creek Tube Center & Campground
1040 W Deep Creek RdGreat tubing! Life vests for children can be rented with tubes.
Kayaking, whitewater rafting, hiking, mountain biking, zip lining, SUP paddle boarding, tubing and food/drink are all available here at this amazing outdoor center.
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Nantahala Outdoor Center
13077 U.S. Highway 19Kayaking, whitewater rafting, hiking, mountain biking, zip lining, SUP paddle boarding, tubing and food/drink are all available here at this amazing outdoor center.
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
777 Casino DrCataloochee Ski Area
1080 Ski Lodge RdSapphire Valley Ski Area
127 Sapphire Valley RdScaly Mountain Outdoor Center
7420 Dillard RdGreat Smokey Mountain Fish Camp & Safaris
81 Bennett RdFly Fishing Guide School
779 W Deep Creek RdAlarka Marina
7230 Grassy Branch RdAlmond Boat & RV Park
1165 Almond Boat Park RdCarolina Bound Adventures
35 Slope StSequoyah National Golf Club is located 7 miles from Bryson City, NC in Cherokee nestled among the oak, fir and flowered valleys in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. Owned by the Eastern Band of the Cherokee, this Robert Trent Jones II design is open to the public and offers golfers an idyllic 18 hole journey, filled with panoramic vistas on every hole, beautiful landscapes and a fun mountain golf experience.
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Sequoyah National Golf Club
79 Cahons RdSequoyah National Golf Club is located 7 miles from Bryson City, NC in Cherokee nestled among the oak, fir and flowered valleys in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. Owned by the Eastern Band of the Cherokee, this Robert Trent Jones II design is open to the public and offers golfers an idyllic 18 hole journey, filled with panoramic vistas on every hole, beautiful landscapes and a fun mountain golf experience.