Cherokee, NC

How will Cherokee affect you?

A culture, a people, and a place that's actually a sovereign nation, Cherokee is located right in the heart of Western North Carolina. It's also base camp for hiking in the Great Smokies, arts and crafts shopping, native elk herd viewing, hours of fishing fun, and home to a history that spans millennia. Ready? Let’s go.

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The best way to see Cherokee is to see a lot. You can check out things to do above, add them to your very own trip, and before you know it, you're done and ready for fun.

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When’s the last time you spent your vacation chasing giants?

Planning your trip to Cherokee isn’t work. In fact, to make it extra fun and work-free, we’ve stitched together some sample itineraries for you to try or be inspired by. The first starts with your pursuit of the Cherokee giant, Judaculla…

If you find yourself looking for a comfortable place to rest your head in Cherokee, have a quick tour of our accommodations here.

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Fun doesn’t have to mean moving a million miles an hour.

Cherokee offers several days' worth of vacation ideas that take a more serene approach to having fun. We’ve created a sample trip that emphasizes relaxation, for those looking to de-stress and find a connection with nature that only the Cherokee people can provide.

If you find yourself looking for a comfortable place to rest your head in Cherokee, have a quick tour of our accommodations here. 

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These waters are teeming with fish and history. Here you're likely to catch a lot of both.

Cherokee’s epic fishing opportunities are legendary throughout Western North Carolina for a simple reason: here, you’re sure to drop your hook and catch a really good time. With fresh-running waters full of secret fishing holes, miles of freestone streams that are stocked with beautiful trout, and big-money tournaments for those who like to compete, if you like to fish, you’re going to love Cherokee.

If you find yourself looking for a comfortable place to rest your head in Cherokee, have a quick tour of our accommodations here.

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The Cherokees love to laugh and have a great time. You're invited to share in that via a full calendar of events that highlight their passion for living, and celebrate their rich history and culture. Take a quick tour of them above and make an event one of the centerpieces of your vacation here.

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