Franklin & NantahalaNORTH CAROLINA
VISITOR & RELOCATION GUIDE Courtesy of the Franklin Chamber of Commerce
Welcome To the Franklin & Nantahala Areas of Macon County
We extend a sincere invitation to “enjoy the beauty and discover the life” that awaits you in the beautiful mountains of Southwestern Contents North Carolina. Located in the foothills of the Great Smoky Simple Pleasures...... Page 5 Mountains, this area is truly Mother Nature’s playground where Driving Directions...... Page 6 Explore Our Museums...... Page 7 the sights and sounds of nature surround you. The Franklin and Where To Stay...... Page 8-10 Nantahala communities offer you a refreshing change of pace and Nantahala...... Page 14-17 a relaxing atmosphere where you can enjoy the simple pleasures of ThingsTo Do the tranquil mountains. Come to a place where beautiful scenery, Greenway...... Page 18 hiking, fishing, history and Southern hospitality are a way of life. Canopy Tours/ Zip Lines...... Page 19 Whether just for a visit or for the rest of your life, you will find that Waterfalls...... Page 20-21 Antiquing...... Page 22 you are welcome here in “Nature’s Playground”. Cowee Heritage Center...... Page 23 Visit us at Franklin, NC Chamber of Commerce on Facebook. Annual Events...... Page 24-25 Subscribe to receive our weekly blog at www.VisitFranklinNC.com. Hiking...... Page 26-27 Contributing Writers: Linda Harbuck, Bill VanHorn, Eric Haggart, Nantahala National Forest Map...... Page 28-29 Stacy Guffey and Gregg Clark Fly Fishing...... Page 30 Photography: Ralph Preston, Linda Mathias, Bruce Harwood, 2017 Total Solar Eclipse...... Page 32 Deep Creek Arts , Michelle Hedden, and Eric Haggart of Timeless Appalachian Trail...... Page 34 Moments Imaging Gem Mining...... Page 36&38 Content & Proofing: Diane Baldwin, Norma Marks, Barbara Price, & Cataloochee Valley Elk...... Page 39 Linda Harbuck North Carolina Wildflowers...... Page 42 Cover Photo by Linda Mathias and Timeless Moments Imaging Wayah Bald...... Page 43 Design & Layout: Cindy Cavender Moonshine 28...... Page 44 Cover Design: Lindsay Rumans with Macon Printing Haunted History Tour...... Page 45 Where to Eat...... Page 46 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Relocation & Services Geography & Climate...... Page 48 Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce Macon County Facts & Stats...... Page 50-51 98 Hyatt Road, Franklin, NC 28734 Macon County Schools & Library...... Page 52 1-888-828-6867 (toll free) Business Directory...... Page 67-74 VisitFranklinNC.com Alphabetical Listing...... Page 76-77 VisitNantahalaNC.com Simple Pleasures The Factory - Located south of Franklin on Highway 441, The Factory is Western North Carolina’s award-winning destination for family friendly entertainment. Enjoy hours of fun for kids of all ages. The Factory features over 100 arcade games, mini-golf, bowling, go-karts, laser tag, big screen TVs, party rooms, great restaurants The Franklin and more. Plus, there’s even an area with fun just for the little kids. Open Monday – Saturday. 1024 Georgia Road. Chamber & www.thefactory.bz 828-349-8888 The Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts is one of the premiere Visitor Center venues for world-class performances and artists in Western North Carolina and the surrounding areas. This 1,500 seat state-of-the-art center presents the finest in performing arts to the community, including passion plays, musical productions, is MOVING! professional drama troupes, dance, choral festivals, recitals, concerts, and more. 1024 Georgia Road. Be sure to drop by our www.greatmountainmusic.com 828-524-1598 beautiful, informative, Wilderness Taxidermy – Let your next adventure begin with a visit to Wilderness new location at Taxidermy located on Highlands Road in Franklin. This wildlife museum houses 98 Hyatt Road, a collection of animals from throughout the world. Do not miss your opportunity to see quality taxidermy in a beautiful setting. The facility is open every day Franklin NC. except Wednesday and Sunday. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. except Saturday, 8 a.m. to noon. 5040 Highlands Rd. www.wildernesstaxidermy.com 828-524-3677 The new location offers a one-of-a-kind walk Bicycling – This area is a true cycling paradise, a natural hub for the sport. Biking enthusiasts have found nearby terrain ideal and the trail possibilities endless. through visual displays of There are many marked routes to guide you through different parts of the area. “Things to do Bring your own bike or you may rent one from our local bicycle shop, located on Main Street in Downtown Franklin. while in the area”, www.smokymtnbikes.com 828-369-2881 brochure and rack card Golfing – Spend your mountain vacation on the greens. Franklin is home to two display of area public golf courses including an 18 hole championship course and a challenging businesses including 9 hole course that will test your skills. See Golf Course listings in the Business restaurants and lodging. Directory. Clean restrooms. Canoeing, Tubing, Rafting, Kayaking – Canoeing, tubing and kayaking on the Cullasaja, Little Tennessee and Nantahala Rivers offer a great way to cool off on Informative staff to help a warm day or enjoy the scenic beauty of the area from a different point of view. answer your questions , and Several canoe and tube put-ins are located throughout the area. The Nantahala River is famous for it’s whitewater rafting. Several outfitters are available for a large selection of guided trips and rentals in the area. See the Rafting, Canoeing and Kayaking Franklin & Nantahala listings in the Business Directory. Souvenirs. Theatre in the Mountains – Each year the hills are alive with the sounds of theatre. From classic Broadway Musicals to comedies and dramas, there is something for We hope you will drop by everyone: and see us! Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts www.greatmountainmusic.com
HighlandsPlayhouse www.highlandsplayhouse.org
Unto These Hills www.cherokee-nc.com
VisitFranklinNC.com VisitFranklinNC.com 5 5 Driving Directions to Franklin, NC
From Asheville: Take I-40 West to Exit 27 (23 South/74 West). Stay on 23/74 to Exit 81 (U.S. 441/23 South). Approximately 18 miles to Franklin from this exit. Approximately 65 miles.
From Atlanta: Follow I-85 North to I-985. Left on I-985 which becomes 23/365 North. 23/365 becomes 23/441 North. Follow straight into Franklin. Approximately 125 miles.
From Greenville, SC: Take I-85 South to Exit 19 (Clemson). Follow 76 West to Clayton, Georgia. Take U.S. 441 North straight to Franklin. Approximately 110 miles.
From Knoxville, TN: Interstate: I-40 East to Exit 20 (Hwy 276 South). Stay south on 276 until reaching 23/74 South. Follow to Exit 81 (U.S. 441/23 South). Approximately 18 miles to Franklin from this exit. Approximately 130 miles.
Scenic: Take U.S. 441 South from Knoxville to Sevierville (approximately 25 miles). Remain on 441 South to Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg. Take by-pass around Gatlinburg. Remain on 441 South through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to Cherokee. Stay on 441 South to Franklin (35 miles from Cherokee). Approximately 110 miles.
6 VisitFranklinNC.com Explore Our Museums
Scottish Tartans Museum Macon County Historical Museum
As the only one of its kind in the United States, this Located on Main Street in downtown Franklin, this museum museum is a direct extension of the Scottish Tartans is housed in the H.R. Pendergrass building which is listed on Society in Scotland. The museum not only displays the National Register of Historic Places. The building is an Scottish Tartans, but covers various aspects of the Scottish excellent and little altered example of early twentieth century experience—culture, history, dress, migration and military. retail store design. The building is complemented by original Visitors are invited to view their family tartan, connect with fixtures from the old store and a fascinating variety of artifacts their clan, and learn about the history of Highland Dress. The and photographs illustrating Macon County’s past. Admission museum is complete with gift shop. Admission $2 adults, is free. Visitors are always welcome and conducted group Children $1. Open year round, Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. tours can be arranged on request. Open yaer round. to 5 p.m. 86 East Main Street • 828-524-7472 36 West Main Street • 828-524-9758 www.scottishtartans.org www.maconnchistorical.org
The Franklin Gem & Wilderness Taxidermy Outfitters Mineral Museum & Museum
Located in Franklin’s historic “Old Jail” on Phillips Street Our modern 5,000 square foot studio with a combined work across from the Macon County Courthouse. This museum area and museum and Wildlife Art Gallery, offers you the has thousands of specimens on display including a local ruby opportunity to view hundreds of unique specimens from weighing 2 ¼ pounds! There are six rooms dedicated to the around the world. Treasures from around the world including cataloging and preservation of gem and mineral specimens paintings, wood carvings and original pieces of Animal Art from around the world as well as North Carolina and of course created by our award-winning and nationally recognized Macon County - home to the famous Cowee Valley where wildlife artists. We are open every day except Wednesday rubies and sapphires have been found for over 100 years! and Sunday. Our hours are 8 am to 5 pm weekdays and 8 Admission is Free. Open May - October. am to 12 noon on Saturdays.
25 Phillips Street • 828-369-7831 5040 Highlands Road • 828-524-3677 www.fgmm.org www.WildernessTaxidermy.com VisitFranklinNC.com 7 Where to stay Accommodations From Historic Bed & Breakfasts and mountain cabins to modern hotels, the Franklin area offers a wide choice of places to stay.
THE FRANKLIN TERRACE BIG BEAR LOG CABIN RENTALS HIGHLANDS PASS 159 Harrison Avenue 357 Wide Horizon Dr. 1101 Hickory Knoll Ridge Road (828) 369-8888 (828) 349-0099 (866) 349-0099 (828) 369-3161 (800) 679-7976 www.Franklin-Terrace.com www.bigbearfranklin.com www.highlandspass.com FT, TV, AC, IN, CA, HA AC, TV, DVD, IN, CA HILLBANKS RENTALS LEGEND BUCKWOOD LOG LODGE 20 Brassy Creek Lane CABINS & COTTAGES 75 Doe Falls Road (828) 369-9735 A CAPTAIN’S CABIN Highlands, NC 28741 FP - Fireplace LAKESHORE COTTAGE 286 Sheldon Miller Rd. (828) 524-4811 (800) 524-4811 TV - Television 823 Lakeshore Dr. (954)801-9310 www.buckwood.com AC - Air Condition (305) 970-1600 www.vrbo.com/29033 PW, AC, TV, CA, WA, FP IN - Internet/WiFi FP, TV, AC, IN, CA, DVD, PW, TC www.cottagenc.comcastbiz.net CA- Cable/Satellite CAROLINA VACATION LODGING MINI NIAGARA FALLS DVD - DVD Player 12121 Hwy. 19 West A LITTLE SLICE OF SMOKEY Bryson City, NC 28713 4912 Wayah Rd. HT - Hot Tub MTN HEAVEN (828) 488-6345 (800) 468-7238 (828) 524-6513 HA - Handicap Accessible 746 Dellwood Road www.carolinaoutfitters.com www.apex-ephemera.com/mininiagara PW - Pets Welcome (706) 206-0962 PW, WA, TV, FP, CA, AC WA - On Water www.flipkey.com/300014 CARTOOGECHAYE CREEK TC - Tent Camping Allowed CAMPGROUND MITCHELL’S LODGE & COTTAGES 91 No Name Rd. 264 Dillard Rd. HK - Full Hook Up A MOUNTAIN SWISS CHALET 223 Zurich Circle (828) 524-8553 Highlands, NC 28741 FRANKLIN, NC 28734 UNLESS (305) 559-5875 www.franklin-chamber.com/cartoogechaye (828) 526-2267 (800) 522-9874 OTHERWISE STATED www.vacationhomerentals.com/franklin/ AC, PW, IN, HK, TC www.mitchellslodge.com proid-49287 PW, AC, TV, FP, HA, HT, IN, CA, WA AC, TV, FP, DVD, CA, IN CHEROKEE MOUNTAIN CABINS 61 Bear Creek Rd. MOUNTAIN BROOK COTTAGES APARTMENTS 208 Mountain Brook Rd A SPECTACULAR MOUNTAINVIEW Nantahala, NC 28781 Sylva, NC 28779 LAMPLIGHTER-MCCOY REAL- 194 Cowee Woods Dr. (828) 321-2010 (866) 772-2246 (828) 586-4329 ESTATE (828) 342-6480 www.cherokeemountaincabins.com www.mountainbrook.com 340 East Main Street www.vacationhomerentals.com AC, WA, TV, FP, HA, DVD, HT, IN, CA PW, FP, IN, HT, WA (828) 524-5601 (800) 524-5601 AC, TV, FP, DVD, CA www.franklinncrealty.com CHESTNUT CREEK CABIN A STONE COTTAGE RETREAT 767 Chestnut Cove Rd. MYERS SNUGGERY 735 Hidden Trail 8 Lavona Joy Circle Sylva, NC 28779 BED & BREAKFAST (828) 369-5533 (305) 905-9428 (828) 586-9557 www.myerssnuggery.com www.astonecottageretreat.com www.franklin-chamber.com/chestnut- CAT CREEK LODGE AC, TV, FP, DVD, IN, CA 109 Holly Springs Village Road creekcabin WA, FP, IN (828) 524-0991 A WILDERNESS RETREAT OAK GROVE CABINS www.catcreeklodge.com 20 Old Poplar Road CORRIEGLEN COTTAGES FP, TV, AC, IN, CA, HA 61 Lamar Lane 9835 Bryson City Rd. (305) 505-2444 (828) 369-0166 www.wildernessretreatnc.com (828) 524-5358 www.corrieglencottages.com www.oakgrovecabins.com FIRE MOUNTAIN INN CABINS & AC, TV, FP, DVD, IN, CA AC, TV, FP, WA, IN, CA, HT TREEHOUSES AC, TV, DVD, CA Box 2772 ANDY’S TROUT FARM ORCHARD HILL COTTAGE Highlands, NC 28741 EAGLE’S CREST CABINS Betty’s Creek Rd. 69 Hougie Heaven Lane (828) 526-4446 (800) 775-4446 18 Wide View Lane www.firemt.com PW, FP, HA Dillard, GA 30537 (828) 369-7348 (828) 349-2925 (706) 746-2550 www.vrbo.com/113889 AC, TV, CA, DVD www.andystroutfarm.com AC, TV, IN, CA OAK HILL COUNTRY INN 1689 Old Murphy Rd. FIRE MOUNTAIN INN CABINS & PINES RV PARK & CABINS BAREFOOT TRACE (828) 349-9194 TREEHOUSES 4724 Murphy Rd. 158 Up the Creek Road www.oakhillcountryinn.com Box 2772 (828) 524-4490 (863) 280-5360 AC, TV, FP, DVD, IN, CA Highlands, NC 28741 www.gocampin.net/pinesrvpark www.vacationrentals.com/57984 (828) 526-4446 (800)775-4446 PW, AC, TV, IN, CA, DVD, HK, TC, FP SNOWHILL INN www.firemt.com PW, FP, HA BATES CABINS 531 Snow Hill Road RIVENDELL CABINS 129 Mac’s Mtn Retreat Lane (828) 349-9009 FRANKLIN CABIN RENTALS 950 Henderson Rd. (828) 342-7764 www.snowhillfranklinnc.com 150 Deer Crossing Rd. (828) 349-6087 (800) 994-6462 FP, TV, AC, IN, CA, HA www.batescabins.com (800) 820-1210 www.RivendellCabins.com PW. AC, TV, PF, DVD, HT, CA www.cmthomes.com PW, AC, TV, FP, HA, DVD, HT, IN, CA, TC 8 VisitFranklinNC.com PW, AC, TV, FP, HA, IN, CA SHADY LANE MOUNTAIN RETREAT OLD CORUNDUM MILLSITE CG COLONIAL INN NANTAHALA REAL ESTATE 263 Shady Lane 80 Nickajack Road Lot 33 3157 Georgia Rd. COMPANY, INC. (828) 342-5579 TV, AC, CA (828) 524-4663 (828) 524-6600 (866) 265-6466 17838 Wayah Road www.oldcorundummillcampground. www.colonialinnfranklin.com Topton, NC 28781 SLEEPY HOLLOW MOUNTAIN gocampin.net PW, AC, TV, HA, IN, CA (828) 321-3101 CABINS PW, WA, HK, IN, TC, HA, CA www.visitmylake.com 130 Sleepy Hollow Lane COMFORT INN REST IN THE MOUNTAINS LLC (727) 642-7120 (877) 682-8850 PINES RV PARK & CABINS 313 Cunningham Rd. 144 Porter St. www.sleepyhollowmountaincabins.com 4724 Murphy Rd. (828) 369-9200 (800) 221-2222 (828) 524-8088 (800) 499-9310 PW, AC, TV, HA, DVD, CA, IN, WA (828) 524-4490 www.choicehotels.com/north-carolina/ www.restinthemountains.com www.gocampin.net/pinesrvpark franklin/comfort-inn-hotels/nc373 TAYLOR’S MOUNTAINSIDE A- PW, AC, TV, IN, HK, TC, CA, TAYLOR’S MOUNTAINSIDE FRAME DVD, FP 172 Hickory Hollow Rd. HAMPTON INN OF FRANKLIN A-FRAME (239) 281-9862 244 Cunningham Rd. 172 Hickory Hollow Rd. www.franklin-chamber.com /taylormtnside RIVER VISTA MOUNTAIN (828) 369-0600 800-hampton (239) 281-9862 AC, TV, FP, DVD, IN,CA VILLAGE www.hamptoninn.com www.franklin-chamber.com/taylormtnside 960 Hwy 246 AC, TV, HA, IN, CA AC, TV, FP, DVD, IN, CA THE CABINS AT LONG BRANCH Dillard, GA 30537 163 Clinton Cabin Road (706) 746-2722 888-850-7275 TIMBER FRAME VACATION HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & Nantahala, NC 28781 www.rvmountainvillage.com RENTALS SUITES SYLVA (662) 773-3099 PW, HT, HK, IN, CA, AC, WA, TV, 890F Atlanta St. PMB 156 26 Rufus Robinson Road www.thecabinsatlongbranch.com FP, HA Roswell, GA 30075 AC, TV, FP, DVD, IN, CA Sylva, NC 28779 (828) 421-0352 (404) 558-0116 (828) 631-1111 www.timberframerentals.com TIMBERFRAME VACATION ROLLING THUNDER RIVER CO. www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/ RENTALS 10160 Hwy 19 West us/en/sylva/dsbnc/hoteldetail NON CHAMBER MEMBER 890F Atlanta St. PMB 156 Bryson City, NC 28713 (828) 488-2030 (800) 408-7238 ACCOMMODATIONS Roswell, GA 30075 KNIGHTS INN - FRANKLIN www.rollingthunderriverco.com (828) 421-0352 (404) 558-0116 1320 E. Main St. A LITTLE BIT OF HEAVEN www.timberframerentals.com (828) 349-0600 1-386-439-3916 GROUP HOUSING www.knightsinn.com WAYAH CREEK COTTAGES COUNTRY ESCAPE 1-561-624-2457 26 Wayah Way (828) 524-2034 ROLLING THUNDER RIVER CO. SAPPHIRE INN FOR YOUR PLEASURE RENTALS www.franklin-chamber.com/wayahcreek 10160 Hwy 19 West 761 E. Main Street 1-828-369-3026 Bryson City, NC 28713 AC, WA, TV, FP, CA (828) 524-4406 LARKINS CABINS (828) 488-2030 (800) 408-7238 www.sapphireinnfranklin.com 1-828-349-9911 WILDWATER LTD. RAFTING www.rollingthunderriverco.com 1251 Academy Rd. LEGAN HOUSE Long Creek, SC 29658 RESORTS 1-404-202-8983 ACCOM-LONG TERM (864) 647-9587 (800) 451-9972 MCITM CABIN RENTAL www.wildwaterrafting.com RENTALS FALLING WATERS ADVENTURE 1-828-200-9059 RESORT CAMPGROUNDS MORGAN CABIN DESOTO TRAIL/REALTY 10345 US Hwy 74W 1-352-339-5095 WORLD Bryson City, NC 28713 CARTOOGECHAYE CREEK MOUNTAIN AIR COTTAGE 687 E. Main Street (800) 451-9972 CAMPGROUND 1-770-682-7134 91 No Name Rd. (828) 524-8488 (800) 438-8493 www.fallingwatersresort.com www.DesotoTrailRealty.com WALLACE NIX (828) 524-8553 1-863-528-8848 www.franklin-chamber.com/ FONTANA VILLAGE RESORT FRANKLIN HOME STORE, INC. GERALD REINHARDT cartoogechaye.html 300 Woods Road 1-813-909-4131 PW, AC, HK, IN, TC 257 Crane Circle Fontana Dam, NC 28733 (828) 421-9008 (877) 240-2723 (828) 498-2211 (800) 849-2258 RIVER RUN CABINS CULLASAJA RIVER RV PARK www.FranklinHomeStore.com 1-863-688-7897 www.fontanavillage.com 6269 Highlands Road RIVER SONG NC VACATION (828) 524-2559 (800) 843-2795 RENTAL MSM PROPERTIES VACATION HOME RENTALS 1-404-421-5515 www.campnc.com 250 Depot St. PW, WA, HK, IN, CA, TC (828) 421-4587 RKR INVESTMENT, LLC A SPECTACULAR MOUNTAINVIEW 1-478-960-8990 www.mustangsallymass.com DOWNTOWN RV PARK 194 Cowee Woods Dr. SMOKE RIDGE CABIN 160 Heritage Hollow Drive (828) 342-6480 1-828-524-4041 (828) 332-2385 MOTELS & HOTELS www.vacationhomerentals.com www.DowntownRV.com STEPHANIE SPINKS AC, TV, FP, DVD, IN, CA, HA 1-303-220-0183 PW, FP, HK, IN, TC BEST WESTERN PLUS RIVER ESCAPE INN & SUITES WILLIAM WOFFORD FRANKLIN RV PARK & 248 WBI Dr. DESOTO TRAIL/REALTY 1-813-941-0798 CAMPGROUND Dillsboro, NC 28725 WORLD 687 E. Main St. ALTON & JUDITH WORRELL 230 Old Addington Bridge Rd. (828) 586-6060 (800) 780-7234 1-727-397-7318 (828) 349-6200 www.bwriverescape.com (828) 524-8488 (800) 438-8493 www.franklinrvpark.com AC. WA, TV, FP, HA, HT, IN, CA www.desototrailrealty.com PW, FP, HK, IN, CA CAROLINA MOTEL FRANKLIN HOME STORE MI MOUNTAIN CAMPGROUND 2601 Georgia Rd. 257 Crane Circle 151 Mi Mountain Rd. (828) 524-3380 (828) 421-9008 (877) 240-2723 (828) 524-6155 (800) 441-6155 www.carolinamotel.com www.FranklinHomeStore.com www.mimountaincampground.com AC, TV, IN, CA PW, AC, WA, TV, FP, DVD, IN, CA PW, HK, TC VisitFranklinNC.com 9 A Spectacular Mountain and River View
Luxury 3/2 nestled in the woods just North of Franklin. Paved access/ parking. Luxury at $495+ week. 828-342-6480 [email protected]
828-524-2034
Your base camp for exploration and relaxation
50 amp Electric Dump Station Hot Showers Camp Store Laundry Facilities Wi-Fi Clean Restrooms River Sites Pets Permitted Rec Hall 6269 Highlands Road Franklin NC 28734 (828) 524 - 2559 (800) 843 - 2795 WWW . CAMPNC . COM
10 VisitFranklinNC.com VisitFranklinNC.com 11 Franklin’s Finest Community A Spectacular Mountain and River View Country Meadows Park Models & Park Homes
Welcome to River Vista Mountain Village Great Room overlooking mountain & river. Beautiful 3/2 just North of We are located between Franklin. Luxury at $495+ week. Dillard, GA and Highlands, NC (828) 342-6480 [email protected]
Terraced Sites with Views Clubhouse • Paved Streets 706-746-2722 Recreation Area Protective Community www.rvmountainvillage.com Guidelines Convenient Location Check our events page for a full Lawn Care schedule of activities Social Activities Less than 2 miles from Smoky Mountain Center for Performing Arts, Ruby Cinema, Franklin Rec Park & Library 2887 GEORGIA RD.FRANKLIN, NC (HWY. 441 S.) VACATION RENTALS (828) 524-8834 [email protected] 828-342-7764 www.parkhomesandcabins.com www.BatesCabins.com
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12 VisitFranklinNC.com Franklin Terrace Bed& Breakfast
19 Fully Refurbished Beautifully Appointed Rooms Pool • Wifi • Continental Breakfast • 4 Star Ratings
The Cabins at the Carolina Franklin River Estate Built in 1887, the Franklin Terrace is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
159 Harrison Avenue 1 & 2 Bedroom Cabins 6 Bedroom House - Indoor Pool Franklin, NC 28734 Rented Daily or Weekly Rented Weekly 828-369-8888 2601 Georgia Road • Franklin, NC • 877-524-3380 franklin-terrace.com www.CarolinaMotel.com • [email protected]
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www.MustangSallyMass.com 828-369-0166 • 828-371-6211 www.oakgrovecabins.com Email: [email protected] VisitFranklinNC.com 13 Nantahala Nature’s Paradise
The Nantahala community and Lake Nantahala are located on the western boundary of Macon County. The town of Franklin, county seat of Macon County, is approximately 18 miles east and is known for its gem mining, antique shops, art galleries, museums, shopping and fine restaurants. The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, Cherokee Indian Reservation and Great Smoky Mountains National Park are about an hour away. Nantahala means “Land of the Noonday Sun.” It’s the name of a National Forest and the 1600 acre Lake Nantahala, located in southwestern North Carolina near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Nantahala National Forest, established in 1920, is the largest of the four national forests in North Carolina, and has elevations that range from 1,200 to 5,800 feet. Here, the mountains stand guard over the sparkling streams, pristine forest and beautiful Lake Nantahala, making it a perfect place for a quiet and relaxing vacation. Nantahala Lake was created in 1942 by Nantahala Power & Light Company to provide electricity for the war efforts. The town of Aquone once occupied the land now covered by the lake. The lake is at 3012’ elevation, one of the highest mountain lakes east of the Rocky Mountains. It has 29 miles of shoreline. This lake is regulated and maintained by Duke Energy. There are two public boating access areas, which are maintained by the NC Wildlife Resources Commission. Many anglers enjoy fishing the Nantahala reservoir due to the low number of boaters, the breathtaking scenery and the clear pristine waters. Fish in the lake include walleye, crappie, sunfish, trout and bass. Primitive camping is allowed on public National Forest Lands except where signed, no camping. Activities on Lake Nantahala include swimming, boating and fishing, with hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and camping available nearby. The Nantahala River, to the north of the lake, is one of the country’s prime white water rafting rivers, and consists of eight miles of waves and swift currents. The trip down the river takes a little over three hours and is almost continuous Class I and Class II rapids, with an optional Class III at the end, over a three foot high waterfall. The Nantahala River, both to the south and north of the lake, is also popular for fly- fishing and spin casting. The drive from Franklin to Nantahala is a beautiful, scenic drive which is designated as a National Scenic By-Way, known as the Mountain Waters Scenic By- Way. Between Franklin and Nantahala, a side trip to Wayah Bald is recommended. This is a mile-high overlook from an old stone fire tower; four states are visible from the tower which gives you a panoramic view in all directions.
The Nantahala community has extraordinary accommodations available for rent both on the lake and in the mountains. These will range from large, elaborate, modern homes overlooking the lake to beautiful log cabins located in the heart of the mountains or on a mountain stream. Some will come complete with a dock and your own private boat for your dream vacation. See the list of accommodations with contact information on next page. There is also a listing of accommodations and more information about Nantahala at www.visitnantahalanc.com.
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All addresses are Topton, NC 28781 unless Moonlight Reflections Stoney Brook otherwise noted. 180 Old Lodge Road 49 Tom Hay Drive (877 )358-9495 (404) 217-2724 (800) 293-1998 www.logcabins4rent.com www.oldetownbrokersnc.com/rentals- CABINS / COTTAGES vacation/319330-StoneyBrook.html Mountain View House A Great Lake Escape 150 Mountain View Drive The Cabins At Long Branch (828)371-1024 (404) 329-9138 (404) 323-9138 Clinton Cabin Road www.agreatlakeescape.com (662) 773-3099 Nantahala Lake House www.thecabinsatlongbranch.com Aquone Log Cabin Rentals Vista Loop Drive 142 Britannia Drive (Laurel Ridge) (404) 217-2724 (800) 293-1998 The Living End Lake House (828) 321-2340 www.vrbo.com/259386 123 Tom Hay Drive www.northcarolinalogcabin.rentals (770) 424-9527 (770) 361-3085 Nantahala Lake Marine & RV Park www.vrbo.com/46192 Brye Haus Cabin 106 Old Rocky Branch Road 116 Forest Vista (828) 321-2628 Whispering Pines Deluxe Rentals (941) 812-5587 (813) 643-4494 www.NantahalaLakeMarine.com 4825 Hwy. 19 West, Bryson City, NC 28713 www.mountaincabinbythelake.com (866) 767-0888 (828) 488-2078 Nantahala Lakeside Cabins www.whisperingpinesdeluxerentals.com Bucks Nest Cabin 17974 Wayah Road 6 Bucks Nest Drive Aquone, NC 28703 (828) 321-3406 VACATION HOME RENTALS (828) 557-6072 www.nantahalalakesidecabins.com www.vrbo.com/657935 Nantahala Cove Nantahala River Lodge 476 Lakeshore Drive Cherokee Mountain Cabins 27395 Wayah Road (404) 888-3196 (404) 216-6743 61 Bear Creek Rd (800) 470-4718 (912) 596-4360 www.476lakeshore.com (866) 772-2246 (828) 321-2010 www.nantahalariverlodge.net www.cherokeemountaincabins.com Knutson Home Nantahala Secluded Chalet 432 Lakeshore Drive Ralph L. Crisp Realty Co., Inc. 441 Shields Creek Rd (608) 238-0712 (608) 669-4902 188 Main Street (706) 485-4803 (478) 451-9580 Andrews, NC 28901 www.vrbo.com/64678 Lalomia Home (800) 438-8621 (828) 321-4227 3504 Little Choga Rd www.ralphcrisprealty.com Old Town Brokers NC (770) 429-9331 131 Wilson Street Fish Hook Inn Andrews, NC 238901 Nantahala Real Estate 1156 Old Lodge Road (800) 293-1998 (828) 321-5516 17838 Wayah Road (828) 321-2463 www.oldtownbrokers.com (866) 218-8439 (828) 321-3101 www.romanticcabin.com www.nantahalaproperties.com/rentalcabins Over The Edge Cabin Gold Creek Cabin Noon Day Sun Ridge Shields Home 42 Gold Creek Road (828) 557-3078 1034 Lake Shore Rd. (828) 321-3101 www.overtheedgecabin.com (904) 273-0475 www.vrbo.com/321760 [email protected] Poire Sauvage Take 2 Vacation Home Hooked By The View 371 Nantahala Harbor Drive 531 Indian Lake Road (828) 371-0739 (828) 524-2336 (404) 375-1635 www.nantahalalodging.net Queen's Lake Haven 4541 Windingstairs Road Hidden Falls Cabin (770) 477-8489 (770) 713-0413 420 Noon Day Sun Ridge www.vacationrentals.com/vacationrentals/17255.html (828) 557-3078 www.hiddenfallscabin.com Rahner Vacation Cabin 27 Spring Hill Drive Lakehaven (877) 589-0207 178 Alpine Shores Lane www.homeaway.com/vacation-rentals/P307162 Raven's River Cabin 192 Nantahala Dam Drive Lake Nantahala Vacation Rentals (828) 321-3101 610 Lake Shore Drive (706) 897-6270 Romantic Cabin www.lakenantahalavacations.com 231 Old Faber Rd (678) 383-4231 McCormick Lake House www.romanticcabin.com 395 Upper Walnut Tree Lane Aquone, NC 28703 Rushing Creek Mountain Cabin (352) 873-1607 20761 Wayah Road www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p310054 (828) 321-4134 (800) 293-1998 www.vrbo.com/305973 Misty Laurel Chalet 180 Hemlock Lane (850 )383-3970 (850) 528-6803 www.mistylaurel.com VisitFranklinNC.com 45 VisitNantahalaNC.com 15 16 VisitNantahalaNC.com
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18 VisitFranklinNC.com Get A Bird’s Eye View of The Mountains Nothing will shake you out of your George Powell, owner of Not interested in ziplining? Enjoy the mile daily routine quite like zipping through Highlands Aerial Park Zipline Canopy nature walk for those who appreciate a the air above the beautiful forest below. Tours says, “Our park is an ecological slower-pace. This provides an opportunity Adventurous types know that ziplines experience covering over thirty-five acres for parents and grandparents to spend quality deliver an adrenaline rush as well as a bird’s- of virgin woods with fifty-mile views time with little ones and show them natural eye perspective on beautiful surroundings. of the Nanatahala Mountains offering wonders including bears’hibernation bins. There are so many ways to explore ziplines from tree to tree over lush forest, Along the path are four bridges to eliminate the mountains. On land you can hike or waterfalls, gorges, swinging bridges, steep climbs for smaller limbs and senior bike. In the water you can raft or swim. boulder formations and native flora and legs. And finally, by air you can soar over the fauna. In addition, children have their own Come enjoy a great new adventure mountain forests on a zipline. For a bird’s kid-friendly area in which they can zip to in our beautiful mountains and make eye view of scenery that can’t be viewed their hearts’ content while learning about memories that will last forever experiencing from the ground, harness yourself in for an the region’s settlers, the Cherokee, native the love from above! exciting outdoor recreational adventure and botanicals, indigenous animal life, coupled glide through the canopy like a bird. with entertaining tales about moonshiners, (Excerpts taken from story in The Laurel A zipline is a wire cable that’s strung forerunners of speedway racers and so Magazine by Donna Rhodes) up between two trees, poles or other sort much more. of anchor. Riding a zip line demands you wear a fitted harness and caribiner that is attached to a wheel. The wheel operates on the cable. You begin at one side and push from the platform and ride the line to the other side. The height of a zip line can be from 25 – 100 feet. This may give you a view of the landscapes from a point of view you’ll never get to look at again. If you are concerned about safety issues associated with a zipline, you’ll be happy to know that safety does not need to be a problem. Each bit of equipment utilized is inspected and regulated. You will also receive training and basic safety information just before your ride. You will receive instructions on the best way to wear the harness, use of the brakes and other safety features. Tennis shoes or backpacking boots are usually recommended by the majority of zip line tour companies. You need to also wear long pants. Very good shoes are essential, especially if you need to walk to the place where the zipline starts. They also need to be solidly attached to your feet. You would be very unlikely to get your shoes back if 9625 Dillard Road, Scaly Mountain they happen to slide off while you’re riding the zipline. In addition, you need to be aware of things that dangle from you. Items that may be an issue include long hair, a camera on a strap and earrings. It’s crucial to secure these before beginning. 10% OFF with coupon code FCC VisitFranklinNC.comVisitFranklinNC.com 15 19 COME HEAR THE ORIGINAL ROCK MUSIC
This is a guide to 16 scenic waterfalls in Southwestern North Carolina, including areas of the Nantahala National Forest, Pisgah National Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. We’ve also included a waterfalls map to help you get there.
1. Cullasaja Falls - Visible from U.S. 64, in Cullasaja 5. Whitewater Falls - At 411 ft., the highest falls in Gorge, 11 mi. east from Franklin, 9 mi. west from Eastern America. From Cashiers, take U.S. 64 east, Highlands. Height 250 ft. Accessible by foot trail, a 10 mi. to “Whitewater Road.” Falls are located 10 half-mile through steep, rough terrain. mi. south on Whitewater Rd., near the NC-SC state line. Drift, Horsepasture and Rainbow Falls are also 2. Dry Falls - Located near U.S. 64, 3.5 mi. west accessible from Whitewater Rd. Whitewater Falls from Highlands, 16.5 mi. east from Franklin. Paved can also be reached from N.C. 107, south of Cashiers. walkway leads to falls from parking area. Walk underneath the 75 ft. falls. 6. Rainbow Falls - From Cashiers, take U.S. 64 to N.C. 281 South. The trail to the falls is two miles 3. Bridal Veil Falls - 2.5 mi. west of Highlands on from this intersection. U.S. 64. Visible from the highway, which at one time routed traffic under the falls. Height 120 ft. 7. Toxaway Falls - This falls can be seen from your car as you cross the Toxaway River on U.S. 64 East near 4. Glen Falls - From Highlands, travel 3 mi. south on NC Rosman. 106. Turn left on U.S. Forest Service Rd. with “Glen Falls” marker. One-mile trail to falls is steep and rough. Consists 8. Courthouse Falls - Take US 64 East to N.C. 215 of three large falls, each dropping approx. 60 feet. North. Travel 10 miles and take right on Courthouse Creek Road. Trailhead well marked. 20 VisitFranklinNC.com 9. Sliding Rock - This natural waterslide is a 16. Mooney Falls - See directions to Big Laurel favorite of many people. Just jump in the water at Falls, continuing for .7 mile past Big Laurel Falls the top of the falls and slide down the rock face trailhead. A very short trail descends to Mooney to the bottom. 11,000 gallons of 50 to 60 degree Falls. Roadside parking available. water rushes down the rock every minute. Take 276 North from Brevard. 7 Miles north of the Ranger Station.
10. Looking Glass Falls Take 276 North from Brevard. Falls is approximately 4 miles north of Ranger Station. Parking area is well marked. Short walk to falls
11. Indian Creek Falls - From Bryson City, take “Deep Creek Rd.” north 3 mi. to Deep Creek Campground in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. One-mile hike to falls is classified as “easy”. Height 60 ft.
12. Juneywhank Falls - Follow directions to Indian Creek Falls. Juneywhank Falls are one-quarter mile downstream from Indian Creek.
13. Tom’s Branch Falls - See directions to Indian Creek Falls. A quarter-mile walk from Deep Creek Campground.
14. Rufus Morgan Falls - This easy one mile loop trail is named after Rufus Morgan, a naturalist who was instrumental in developing the Appalachian Trail. Take U.S. 64 for 3 miles west of Franklin. Turn right at Wayah Bald directional sign. Take first left onto Wayah Road (S.R. 1310). 6.6 Miles and then left of F.S. Road 388. Trail 2.2 miles on right.
15. Big Laurel Falls - Go 9 miles west on U.S. 64. Turn left on Wallace Gap Road (Old U.S. 64) and go 1.5 miles. Turn right on F.S. Road 67 (toward Standing Indian Campground) and go 7 miles (5 miles past Back Country Information Center). Trail runs along an old railroad grade. After passing Cullasaja Falls over bridge, it splits; right ends at Big Laurel Falls. VisitFranklinNC.com 21 Antiquing in Franklin
Antique collecting is a passion collectibles in our antique shops. antique jewelry or watches, antique for many people but finding the A product is considered to be an clocks or even an antique car. If you right collectibles may not always be antique if it is over a hundred years old have a special interest and do not see easy. There’s nothing like the rush or is rare enough to have some value. the item or items you are seeking, just of discovering an antique treasure, You may be able to find everything ask the owners or managers of the except perhaps the fun of the search. from that special piece of furniture that antique shops because they just might Antique shopping in Franklin, NC is you want to collect to enhance the look know someone who has what you are sure to satisfy both. From historic of a room or a piece of antique pottery looking for. heirlooms to funky “junque”, you’ll or glassware for a corner cupboard or Happy Antiquing in Franklin, NC. uncover plenty of antiques and some antique books or photographs,
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Located on a North Carolina Scenic offers high-quality entertainment Byway, The Historic Cowee School from several genres of music, with lies within the heart of the 370- an emphasis on traditional styles acre Cowee-West’s Mill National such as bluegrass, Americana, and Register Historic District and in the folk. Except for one up-and-coming center of the Nikwasi-Cherokee band each year, the series includes Cultural Corridor. Thousands of musicians and bands, both national years of history, from the ancient and international, who are award- Cowee Mound to the early-20th- winning recording artists. The series century Rickman Store, are within a for 2017 includes: half mile of the school. Cowee School is known for its events. The Annual Franklin Area May 20 - Dale Ann Bradley Folk Festival, organized through a June 17 - TBD partnership with the Folk Heritage July 15 - Tellico Association of Macon County, draws August 26 - Zoe & Cloyd thousands of visitors from all over (formerly, Red June) to enjoy cultural arts, music, folk September 16 - The Becky Buller Band demonstrations, and food. The 2017 festival is Saturday August 19th October 21 - The Boxcars from 10 am – 4 pm. It coincides with the weekend of the solar eclipse. Visit www.coweeschool.org for more The Cowee School Summer information. A Works Progress Administration Concert Series, beginning in May project built in 1943 from local and running through October, stone on the site of a Civilian Conservation Corps Camp, the Cowee School served thousands of students until it was closed as a school in 2012. Now the Cowee School Arts and Heritage Center, it continues in its role as a community center, recreation and entertainment venue, business incubator, and learning space. Cowee School offers classes in the arts, pottery, weaving, clogging, mountain music, and more. It is a place for festivals, music, family reunions, birthday parties, community gatherings, and burgeoning small businesses. VisitFranklinNC.com 23 Pickin’ On The Square Concerts Taste of Scotland Festival Saturdays May - October June 17 Annual Events MAY THRU OCTOBER (Every Saturday evening) Pickin on the Square
MAY Mother’s Day Weekend Gem Show Airing of the Quilts G & LW Wholesale Gem Show Appalachian Heritage Festival July 15 JUNE Taste of Scotland Blue Ridge Gospel Weekend JULY 4th of July Fun Day & Fireworks 4th of July Parade Sweet Corn Festival Appalachian Heritage Festival Macon County Gemboree G & LW Wholesale Gem Show Folkmoot
Mountain High BBQ Festival & Car Show August 11 & 12 For a complete Calendar of Events visit www.VisitFranklinNC.com
Macon County Agricultural Fair Pumpkin Fest September 14 - 16 October 21 24 VisitFranklinNC.com 4th of July Parade on Main 4th of July Fireworks in the Park July 4 July 4 Annual Events MAY THRU OCTOBER AUGUST (Every Saturday evening) Mountain High BBQ Festival & Car Show Pickin on the Square Smoky Mountain Shrimp Boil Folk Festival MAY SEPTEMBER Mother’s Day Weekend Gem Show Gem Capital Auto Club Car Show Airing of the Quilts Macon County Fair G & LW Wholesale Gem Show OCTOBER Gems Shows JUNE Autumn Leaves Craft Show May, July & October Taste of Scotland Leaf Lookers Gemboree Blue Ridge Gospel Weekend Pumpkin Fest JULY NOVEMBER 4th of July Fun Day & Fireworks Veterans Day Parade 4th of July Parade Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Sweet Corn Festival Annual Christmas Parade Appalachian Heritage Festival Winter Wonderland Macon County Gemboree G & LW Wholesale Gem Show DECEMBER Folkmoot Winter Wonderland
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Christmas Parade Winter Wonderland November 26 November 25 & December 2 VisitFranklinNC.com 25 Hiking Our Mountains The Appalachian Trail Wayah Bald Franklin, N.C., and Nantahala Lake. No matter whether you are a novice hiker Follow above directions to Wayah Gap. Bartram Trail Blazes are yellow. or veteran ridgerunner, the Appalachian Following sign, turn right on gravel road (FS Miles: 0.0 - Trailhead on Wallace Branch, Trail offers unparalleled opportunities to 69) and go approximately 4.5 miles to the on N.C. 1315, 1.7 miles from its junction explore, experience and connect with nature. bald. Paved trail, suitable for handicapped, with “Old 64” on the outskirts of Franklin, Approximately 60 miles of the AT run leads to the Wayah Bald lookout tower, which near the Wayah Ranger District of USFS. through this area beginning at the Georgia is a National Historic Landmark offering 1.3 - Reach junction with old Trimont Trail state line and meandering northward to the breathtaking, panoramic views of the area. from Franklin to Wayah Bald. Bartram Nantahala River at Wesser, North Carolina. Trail turns left. Wayah Crest 10.0 - Reach junction with AT, 0.2 miles Follow directions above to Wayah Gap. north of Wayah Bald. Shot Pouch Park at Wayah Crest to the left, walk 12.1 - Bartram Trail turns right and leaves Go three miles on U.S. 64 and turn right through picnic area to AT (white blazes) AT. Descend west on McDonald Ridge. at Wayah Bald directional sign. Take and turn right. Follow AT to a big grass first left onto Wayah Road (SR 1310), field, turn left on the unblazed seeded road 14.1 - Reach paved USFS 711 at Sawmill Gap. go nine miles to Wayah Gap. Following going downhill. Follow seeded road back to Bartram jogs left across road, then continues to sign, turn right on gravel road (FS 69) the starting point. 2.5 miles moderate. N.C. 1310 on the shore of Nantahala Lake. and go 0.9 miles. Trail sign is on the right. Unblazed trail crosses AT, turns Yellow Mountain Fire Tower Rufus Morgan Trail onto grassed logging road, and ends at a The recently restored tower is located on This easy one mile loop trail is named wildlife opening. 1.0 mile easy. the Macon-Jackson County line. It offers after Rufus Morgan, a naturalist who was panoramic views. It can be reached by foot instrumental in developing the AT. Take on an 4.8 mile (one way) trail from Cole U.S. 64 for 3 miles west of Franklin, turn Chunky Gal Trail Gap on Buck Creek Road. Take U.S. 64 right at Wayah Bald directional sign. Take Blue-blazed, 5.5 miles. This little-used trail East approximately 3 miles from Highlands first left onto Wayah Road (S.R. 1310), 6 (scenic when leaves are off ) follows the and turn left on Buck Creek Road (S.R. miles and then left on F.S. Road 388. Trail ridge of Chunky Gal Mountain. Trailhead 1538). Go 2.3 miles and look for a pull-off is 2.2 miles on right is on US 64 in Glade Gap,at the top of the and a path going straight up the bank on long climb out of Shooting Creek Valley. the right side of the road. The beginning is marked with small signs Rock Gap and blazes but is not easy to locate. The trail From Franklin, follow US64 West 11.4 Bartram Trail miles (from overpass where US23 goes ends at the AT 3.0 miles south of Deep The Bartram Trail, when complete, will be South to Atlanta) to left turn at sign saying Gap. continuous from South Carolina to Cheoah Bald. Described here is the section between “Appalachian Trail” and “Standing Indian Campground”. Follow this road (Old Rt. 64) 26 VisitFranklinNC.com 1.9 miles to sign reading “Standing Indian AT at Beech Gap. lower 0.4 mile follows a grassed logging Campground” and turn right on paved road 4) Timber Ridge Trail: Blue-blazed, 2.3 road. Watch for easy-to-miss turn-off road (FS67). Follow road for one-half mile to miles. This trail starts at the Timber Ridge- into woods. The rest of the Trail traverses parking area with sign “Rock Gap”. The AT Big Laurel Falls parking area on USFS 67, 4.4 several different kinds of woodland while passes through area without crossing road, go miles south of the Backcountry Information climbing to meet the AT at the southern left for Northbound, right for Southbound. Center. It passes through a charming variety end of Albert Mountain. of different woodlands while climbing to Standing Indian Area meet the AT. After Crossing a log bridge Pickens Nose Access trails - (South to North) For all over a large brook, trail turns left and climbs Go nine miles past the Back Country these trails, follow directions given for through rhododendron, then enters a beech Information Center at near Standing Rock Gap above, then CONTINUE on woods area. About halfway, it crosses Big Indian Campground, to intersection for FS67 (when open) to these trailheads. Laurel Branch on a wood foot-bridge, FS 67 and FS 83. Turn right and follow Trails 1, 2, and 8 leave from the “Backcountry then climbs through mixed woodlands to FS 83 to sign at trailhead. Trail has Information Area”, which is a parking area Timber Ridge, where it proceeds through three scenic overlooks including one of at the end of the paved part of FS67. Follow open, fern-carpeted woods to the AT, 0.4 Northern Georgia. Trail is 0.7 mile and FS67 past Rock Gap Parking area for 1.6 mile south of Carter Gap. passes through mature oak forest with an miles, bearing left at the Y at the entrance understory of laurel and ivy. to Standing Indian Campground. 5) Betty Creek Trail: Continue on FS67 for 8.3 miles past Rock Gap. There is a 1) Kimsey Creek Trail: Blue-blazed, 3.7 clearing/camping area at this trailhead. Whiteside Mountain miles. This popular trail follows the course The beginning of the Betty Creek trail is Whiteside Mountain stands as a landmark of Kimsey Creek from the campground to poorly marked -- it starts at an opening in along the eastern continental divide. It Deep Gap. It begins at the Backcountry the East side of the clearing, and almost rises more than 2,100 feet from the valley Information Center, crosses the river on immediately crosses a small creek. Past the floor to the summit at 4,930 feet. The the campground road, then turns right creek follow the blue blazes for about a south face contains magnificent granite and skirts the campground on the north half mile to the AT at Betty Creek Gap. cliffs ranging from 400 to 750 feet high. side. At 0.3 mile, it turns left and leaves A 2 mile loop trail takes hikers along the 6) Mooney Gap: Continue on FS67 for the trails that follow the river. At 0.9 mile, ridge of the mountain to spectacular views 9 miles, then turn right on FS83 for 0.5 it enters a clearing, where it turns right to the east, south and west. Rock climbing mile. Mooney Gap a is small camping/ along a gated road following the creek. At is permitted from August 15 to January parking area where AT crosses road. 2.1 miles, it crosses a log bridge over a side 15. The other months are restricted to creek. The trail enters Deep Gap through 7) Albert Mtn/Bigspring Gap: Follow provide nesting habitat for the peregine the old picnic and camping area. Standing FS67 for 11 miles to it’s end at a parking falcon, which has been reintroduced to Indian Mountain can be reached by lot. At the far end of the lot, an old the area. Go 5 miles east of Highlands on turning left on the AT. gated road leads about 1/3 mile to the U.S. 64. Turn right on Whiteside Mtn, 2) Lower Ridge Trail: Blue-blazed,4.2 AT between Albert Mtn. and Bigspring Road (S.R. 1600). Go 1.5 miles and the miles. This trail is the most direct (but Gap. Turn right uphill for Albert, left for parking area will be on the left. a strenuous) way to reach Standing Bigspring Gap and shelter. Indian Mountain from the Standing 8) Long Branch Trail: Blue-blazed, 2.0 Indian Campground. It originates at miles. One of many connecting trails the Backcountry Information Center, between the Standing Indian Campground crosses the Nantahala River on the main area and the AT. The trailhead is across the campground road, skirts the campground road from the Backcountry Information area, then climbs rather steeply up Lower Center (a bulletin board) on USFS 67 Trail Ridge directly to the mountain. near the campground. It ends on the AT It crosses the AT near the top of the at Glassmine Gap, after climbing through mountain and continues 0.1 mile to end hardwood forest on the south of slope at the summit clearing. of Long Branch Creek. It intersects an 3) Beech Gap Trail: Blue-blazed,2.8 orange-blazed horse trail and crosses the miles. Trail starts at Beech Gap parking creek near the upper end. area on USFS 67, four miles south of Backcountry Information Center. At Bear Pen Trail 0.5 mile, Big Indian Horse Trail (orange Blue-blazed, 2.5 miles. This charming blazed) approaches from the right. At 2.0 connector trail starts on USFS 67, three miles, reach Big Indian Road (also horse miles south of Backcountry Information trail, orange blazes) and turn left. 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Fly fish for Brown, Rainbow and Wild Brook Trout with local guides who are familiar with the area’s local water. Explore rivers such as the Nantahala River, Tuckaseegee River, Cullasaja River and the Little Tennessee River. Learn how to read water, spot fish and choose the right fly pattern. Trips packages are available. Reservations are suggested but not required. Visit www.WesternNCFlyFishingGuide.com and www.EndlessRiverAdventures.com for more information.
Nantahala River Tuckaseegee River The Nantahala is a freestone river that is 32 miles from Franklin. It is The Tuckaseegee or “Tuck” is a dam controlled river with power stocked with Brook, Brown, and Rainbow Trout with Brown and Rainbows generation dams located on the east and west forks of the river upstream holding onto the stream born population. This is classic trout water full of of the “delayed harvest” section. From October 1st until June 1st, the runs, pools and pocket water, which is great for the beginning fly angler to 6-mile section from Western Carolina University to Highway 441 in learn to read water. Nantahala also has wonderful hatches of both mayfly Dillsboro is super stocked with large hatchery fish. During this period and caddis offering anglers great dry fly fishing in the spring and fall. There the regulations are catch and release only. During early spring, 30 to 40 is a delayed harvest section of the river from October 1st through June fish days are not unusual. From June 1st to October 1st normal general 1st but it is on hatchery regulations the rest of the year, Directions: Take trout water regulations prevail allowing anglers to keep 7 fish any size Highway 64 west for 6 miles until you get to Old Murphy Road (across and quantities of fish decline rather quickly. Use caution as water levels from Mt. Hope Baptist Church) and turn right. Go down Old Murphy may change at any time. Lake levels, generating schedules and (on the Road for 100 yards until you get to a small gas station then turn left on Tuckaseegee River only) flow arrival and recession times are online at Wayah Road. Follow Wayah Road over the mountain and down the other www.duke-energy.com/lakes/nantahala/nantahala-lake-levels.asp or call side past Nantahala Lake until the road comes in contact with the river. 1-800-829-LAKE. Directions: 441 North to bridge over Tuckaseegee at Dillsboro. Take 1st right just after bridge onto River Road.
Cullasaja River The Cullasaja runs between Franklin and Highlands on Highway 64 East. It is a beautiful and scenic river full of waterfalls, deep pools and slow glassy runs. The river is stocked with Brook, Brown and Rainbow trout, but Browns and Rainbows seem to be the majority of the stream born population. The area between Gold Mine Bridge (approximately 10 miles from Franklin) and Turtle Pond Bridge (approximately 13 miles from Franklin) offers numerous pull-offs with easy access to the river. Across the road from Turtle Pond Bridge is Cliffside Lake. Stocked trout can be taken by bait, spinner or fly for a small usage fee. The Cullasaja should be waded in extreme caution around waterfalls and during high water times. Directions: From Franklin take Highway 64 East toward Highlands. WNC Fly Fishing Guide 1/2 day & Full Day Charters Little Tennessee River Fly Fishing Instruction The Little Tennessee River becomes very fishable from the center of Franklin all the way to the Gift Certificates mouth of Lake Fontana. The fly fisher can expect to catch bass, bream and the occasional trout. Tom Hopkins The greatest population of trout would be below Tellico Creek. This scenic river is accessible via some spots along Bryson City Road (Highway 28) and Needmore Road. The LTR is relatively easy 828-342-6480 to wade. An aggressive smallmouth bass on a fly rod is a moment to remember. www.WesternNCFlyFishingGuide.com
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VisitFranklinNC.com 31 TOTAL Solar Eclipse Make Franklin, NC your ideal viewing destination!
For 2-1/2 minutes on August 21, Western North Carolina will be the land of midday darkness thanks to the nation’s first total solar eclipse since the 1970’s. On that day, the moon will cast a 70-mile-wide shadow that will follow a southeasterly path across the country, from Oregon through South Carolina. Franklin and Nantahala Lake, NC sits squarely in that path of totality.
The entire event will take about three hours as the moon slowly passed across the face of the sun.
The partial eclipse will begin shortly after 1 pm in Western North Carolina. As the moon moves in front of the sun, it will first appear like a small ‘bite’ taken out of an apple. Gradually, the ‘bite’ will become larger and larger as daylight becomes dimmer and dimmer. As more of the sun is covered by the moon, the sun will take on a crescent shape that continues to get thinner until the sun is completely covered and turns black. This transition will take about an hour and a half.
The total eclipse will begin at 2:34 pm and last for two minutes and 36 seconds. During total darkness the temperature may drop 10 to 15 degrees, birds will stop singing, and stars will be visible in the daytime sky. After that, the process will be reversed as the partial eclipse slowly wanes and sun becomes brighter. By 4 pm, Franklin & Nantahala Lake, NC will have returned to normal. Protective glasses or filters MUST be used to view all partial eclipse phases.
Lodging is available in Franklin and around Lake Nantahala but reservations need to be made early for this event. Visit these two websites for a listing of accommodations in each community: www.visitfranklinnc.com and www.visitnantahalanc.com.
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VisitFranklinNC.com 33 Join the Journey on the Appalachian Trail
The most famous foot trail chest high on trees. Forty-seven of those The road ends at a parking area which in the world is just minutes from miles are located here in Macon County is Deep Gap. The A.T. crosses this area downtown Franklin in Macon County. and sixty miles are maintained by our local from Georgia (AT south/right), going The Appalachian Trail (AT) crosses Nantahala Hiking Club (NHC), one of 31 to Standing Indian Mountain (AT north/ Route 64W at the parking area just past maintaining clubs of the Appalachian Trail left). The summit area of Standing Indian the big rock cut at Winding Stair Gap 11 Conservancy (ATC). Over the years the Mountain (elevation 5,498 feet) offers miles from Franklin, a newly designated ATC has aspired to connect the human superb views of the Georgia Blue Ridge. Appalachian Trail Community. You can spirit with nature and to preserve the Side trails are another put your feet on this trail here or at several delicate majesty of the Trail as a haven for outstanding feature of the AT in the access points in Macon County. all to enjoy. Nantahala mountains. A wide variety of The Appalachian National Scenic Get away and experience the loop hikes of one day to several days can Trail, known as the AT, runs from Springer serenity and camaraderie of hiking a nature be made. Plan a day hike or an overnight Mountain in Georgia for 2,181 miles to trail that is open only to walkers, hikers, backpack. So, put on comfortable Mount Katahdin in Maine’s Baxter State backpackers—and dogs. You won’t find walking shoes, grab some water, take a Park. The trail is blazed (marked) along its the crowds you may have encountered in lunch, and contact one of the following to whole length by white rectangles 2 inches other National Parks across the country. find out more information on AT access wide by 6 inches high usually painted While some hikers do hike the entire points: Nantahala Ranger District (828- AT, the vast majority of hikers choose to 524-6441), Nantahala Hiking Club (www. enjoy smaller sections of the Trail. From nantahalahikingclub.org), or one of the two several access points in Macon County, local outfitter stores located in the business you can join the journey and hike the directory in the back of this magazine. southern Appalachians in the Nantahala National Forest and you don’t have to be a serious hiker. Enjoy the beauty of the AT when spring wildflowers are blooming, or in the fall at peak color foliage season, or in winter when leafless trees offer magnificent long range views, or any time during the year just for the simple pleasure of being outdoors. Winding Stair Gap is the simplest access point to the AT from Franklin, but there are several other ways to get to the Trail. The AT passes just in front of the Rock Gap parking area which is on USFS 67 approximately 0.6 miles from Wallace Franklin, NC celebrates the Gap on “Old 64” at the entrance road to designation by the Appalachian Trail Standing Indian Campground. “Old 64” Conservancy as the first Appalachian Trail is a left-hand turn approximately 1 mile Community. This program highlights further west from Winding Stair Gap on the value of trailside communities and 64W. Once you make the left-hand turn towns as a driver for sustainable economic you will reach Wallace Gap in 2 miles. development and the importance of the You can see an AT shelter just 0.1 miles towns to the A.T. as agents in protecting right of the parking area. Another access its complex recreational, volunteer, point is Wayah Crest which is reached educational and environmental resources. from US 64 West. Starting from the US 441- US 64W intersection, travel 3 miles on US 64 W and turn right at Wayah Bald directional sign. Take first left onto Wayah Road (SR1310) and go 9 miles to Wayah Gap. Turn left and park at Wayah Crest. Walk through the picnic area to the AT and turn right/north. If you follow the AT for 1.7 miles you will find the base of Siler Bald (elevation 5,216 feet). Walk up the spur trail to the west and on a clear day you can see points in Georgia and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Another way to reach the AT is at Deep Gap located 14.6 miles from the US 441 – US 64W intersection on 64 W. Turn left just past the Clay County line and travel on Deep Gap Road USFS 71 for 6 miles.
34 VisitFranklinNC.com St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church • Diocese of Charlotte - Saturday Vigil Mass - 4:00 pm (EST) • 5:00 pm (DST) - Sunday Mass - 9:00am (English) • 11:30am (Spanish) - Weekday Mass Schedule - stfrancisassisifranklin.org Interested in becoming Catholic? Call our Parish Office at 524-2289 299 Maple Street, Franklin NC Email: [email protected]
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VisitFranklinNC.com 35 Gem Mining Gem Mining is still one of the most popular activities offered in the Franklin area. Mining for precious stones began in Macon County in 1870. Ruby and sapphire are still the most sought after today. Tiffany’s showed an interest in the area in the 1890’s but two other companies, America Prospecting & Mining Company and U.S. Ruby Mining Company and U.S Ruby Mining Company began work hoping to find the source of the rubies found in the corundum mines. Both companies ended the search in the early part of the 20th century leaving the area open to rockhounds and gem enthusiasts. The source hasn’t been found --- yet.
While visiting our area, families from all over the United States enjoy mining in our local mines. Mining is one of the most popular activities for kids and adults of all ages. Be sure to wear clothing you don’t mind getting dirty.
What To Bring To The Mines Bring ziploc bags or a plastic butter dish to take your stones home in (no glass). Rubber gloves are handy if it’s chilly or you have a nice manicure. Wear a hat and some sunblock if it’s sunny although many mines provide cover on the “flume”. The wooden benches get hard as the day goes on so you might need a cushion to sit on or old towels work well too and you can use them to wipe your hands. Wear old clothes and tennis shoes or boots and bring a plastic bag to put your muddy shoes in and an extra pair to wear in the car. Bring a picnic lunch, most mines provide a place to eat out of rain or sun, plan to spend the day! Don’t forget to bring the camera for those pictures to show your friends the beautiful gem stones you found in Franklin, North Carolina.
How To Mine Most mines sell gem dirt in a bucket or bag (few allow digging) and you may have to pay an admission fee for the day. You are provided with a screen for washing and there is a flume - a trough of running water - with a bench along it’s length. The dirt goes in the screen, the screen goes in the water and the mud is washed away. Well, it’s not quite that easy but it is completely safe and mine operators are on hand to help with technique and identification.
What To Look For At The Mines The “3 c’s” of gem mining are Color, Clarity and Crystals. Gemstones come in every color from white to black. Garnets are glassy red, pink or reddish brown. Rubies are silky red, sapphires are every other color, and both have a crystal formation with 6 sides. Moonstones are pearly white to gray and peach to chocolate brown with a flat box-like shape. Quartz comes in many forms, sometimes clear colors like Amethyst and Citrine, sometimes opaque colors with mica flecks like Aventurine and of course clear with sides - quartz crystals. That’s just a few of the many gemstones found at local mines.
Gemborees Each year rockhounds from all across the United States descend on Franklin for three gem & mineral shows. Held annual on Mother’s Day weeked, in July and during the fall color season in October, our “Gemborees” are known as some of the finest in the nation. These shows feature everything from fine jewelry to rough and cut gems & minerals, fossils, lapidary equipment and more. Two shows are produced in conjunction with the Franklin Gem & Mineral Society. For complete information visit us online at ww.visitfranklinnc.com or call toll free 800-336-7829. 36 VisitFranklinNC.com Rose Creek Mine Ruby & Sapphire Mine Franklin’s Original FUN FOR ALL AGES! “Dig Your Own” Dig your own bucket in our mining tunnel. Native & Enriched Gemstone Mine Native & Enriched Gems • Super Buckets Group Rates • Field Trips • Picnic Area Open 7 Days a Week 9am - 5pm Covered Flume • Rock & Gift Shop 6961 Upper Burningtown Rd. Franklin, NC 28734 828-369-9742 Good Clean Dirty Fun www.masonsmine.com Open 9-5 Monday - Saturday, April - October
www.rosecreekmine.com • (828) 349-3774 115 Terrace Ridge Drive Located 5 Miles North of Franklin on Hwy.28 VisitFranklinNC.com 37 Map of Area Gem Mines
Gold City Mine & Jewelry Shop *6.2 mi.
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
Mason Mountain Mine Cowee Mtn. & Cowee Gift Shop Ruby Mine *2.4 mi.
Rose Creek Mine
Rocky Face Mine
Franklin Mason’s Ruby & Sapphire Mine Franklin Gem & Visitor Mineral Museum Information Ruby City Gems Macon County ? EMS Hyatt Rd Stewart’s of Franklin
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The Gallery of Gems to Jackson Hole Franklin Gemstone & Jewelry Gem Mine & Warehouse & Kiddie Mine Trading Post * 8 miles Artisan Jewelers Gemstone & Mineral Gallery
Artisan Jewelers Gemstone & Mineral Gallery Gold City Gem Mine Rocky Face Mine 3348 Highway 441 South• 828-524-9193 9410 Sylva Highway • 800-713-7767 260 Sanderstown Road • 828-524-3148 www.GemFactoryNorthCarolina.com www.goldcityamusement.com/flumehomepg.html www.RockyFaceMine.com
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine Jackson Hole Rose Creek Mine 41 Cherokee Mine Road • 828-349-2941 9770 Highlands Road • 828-524-5850 115 Terrace Ridge Road • 828-349-3774 www.CherokeeRubyMine.com www.Jacksonholegemmine.com www.rosecreekmine.com
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine Mason Mountain Mine & Cowee Gift Shop 5315 Bryson City Road • 828-524-4570 Stewarts of Franklin 6771 Sylva Road • 828-369-5271 38 E. Main Street • 828-369-9440 www.CoweeMtnRubyMine.com www.TJRocks.org Mason’s Ruby & Sapphire Franklin Gemstone & Jewelry Warehouse The Gallery of Gems & Minerals 6961 Upper Burningtown Road • 828-369-9742 3008 Georgia Road • 828-524-6132 2724 Georgia Road • 828-524-8931 www.FranklinGemstones.com www.masonsmine.com www.galleryofgems.com
38 VisitFranklinNC.com CatalooChee Valley, a WindoW through time
Roaming the Valley as wallpaper. Sadly, time and the hands most popular times of the year, so keep in Nestled back in The Great Smoky Mountain of visitors have torn away at the historic mind there may be many other visitors there National Park, there is a doorway to the past décor, but there are still many interesting to revel in the changing colors as they dance that also brings you up close and personal and unique things to see. Drive past the up the mountain tops. to one of our area’s most popular natural Caldwell Barn to the end of the main road inhabitant, the Elk. Back in the late 18th and there is a parking area where you’ll find The Journey Begins and early 19th centuries, the elk population a trail leading back to the oldest building in Directions to Cataloochee Valley from was overhunted and eventually, the herd Cataloochee Valley, the Steve Woody House Franklin: take US 23 North/US 441 N/Sylva was completely gone. However, thanks to (1880). Road to Dillsboro. Merge onto US 23 N/US the hard work of the Rocky Mountain Elk 441 N/US 74 E, the Great Smoky Mountain Foundation, the Great Smoky Mountains Expressway to Exit 102B for US 276 N National Park and the Highlands Cashiers (Jonathan Creek Road) to Cove Creek Road. Land Trust, elk were reintroduced into Turn left onto Cove Creek Road and follow Cataloochee Valley back in 2001. In late the road up the “Cataloochee Turnpike” September, the elk mating season, the “rut”, over the mountain. This section of road begins, and the bull elk’s bugle call can be turns into an unpaved road that makes a heard from all over the valley as the males number of switch backs and does get narrow compete with one another to earn the right at times for about 10 miles. When you come to mate with the females. Generally, the to the paved road, make a left and follow the best time to view the elk is approximately 2 road into Cataloochee Valley. Please note, hours before sunset. once you turn off of US 276, there is no The Beauty of the Land gas or food, so do ensure you have enough Historic Architecture When you drive in to Cataloochee Valley, gas to travel over the mountain and back. Driving in to Cataloochee Valley you know you’re met immediately with the sight of Also, there is no cell phone service shortly immediately that you are stepping back in an expansive landscape, surrounded by the after you begin your ascent of Cove Creek time, as you are greeted with the Messer majesty of the Great Smoky Mountains. Road. For your safety, and that of the elk Barn that was built in 1902. The barn was You can walk along the paved road, explore population, please remain at least 150 feet moved from its original location in Little the back tree line along Cataloochee Creek away from them. Most importantly, enjoy Cataloochee to its current location at the and listen to the sounds of Mother Nature. your journey into history, to a valley in the ranger station as you enter Cataloochee If you’re an avid hiker, take the Boogerman shadow of the Great Smoky Mountains. Valley. As you continue further into the Trail, a seven mile loop that brings you deep valley, you’ll come upon Palmer Chapel into the heart of an old growth forest. The Methodist Church (1898), Beech Grove Little Cataloochee Trail follows an old road School (1907), the Caldwell House (1898) that will bring you past old cabins, as well as, and the Caldwell Barn (1923). All of the an old church. If you’d rather let time pass buildings are open for you to step back in and sit still, there are many pull offs along time and get a feeling for what life was like the main road where you can set out on a over 100 years ago. While exploring the blanket and just enjoy the day. No matter Caldwell House, venture upstairs to find one what your fancy, you’ll be sure to be amazed of the rooms adorned with old newspapers at the beauty. Fall is, of course, one of the VisitFranklinNC.com 39
MOUNTAIN LAUREL FLAME AZAELA MOUNTAIN CRESTED LAUREL IRIS North Carolina Wildflowers
Blood Root • ColumbineMarch • Dutchman’s Breeches • Hepatica Allegheny Myrtle • BeardJune Tongue • Black Snakeroot Jack-in-the-Pulpit • Pepperroot Red Maple • Spice Bush Butterfly Weed • Catawba Rhododendron • Common Elder Spring Beauty • Squirrel Corn • Trout Lily • Violets Field Daisy • Flame Azalea • Galax Goats Rue • Hydrangea Wild Plum • Wind Flower • Yellow-Root Magnolia • Mountain Laurel Mt. • Oxalis • Mt. Stewartis New Jersey Tea • Spiderwort • Yellow Ragwort
July Black Haw • BleedingApril Heart • Blue Sage Bluets Bergamot • Black-eyed Susan • Coreopsis Columbine • Dogwood • Dutchman’s Breeches • Fire Pink Dutchman’s Pipe Vine • Flowering Raspberry Fringed Phacelia • Golden Ragwort • Indian Paintbrush Hercules Club • Indian Pipe • Jewel-weed Ironwood • Jack-in-the-Pulpit • Magnolia • Meadow Rue Mountain Stewartia • Partridge Berry • Passion Flower Phlox • Redbud • Serviceberry • Silverbell • Solomon’s Seal Phlox • Purple-fringed Orchid • Queen Anne’s Lace Spring Beauty • Squirrel Corn • Trailing Arbutus Rhododendron • Sourwood • Star Grass Trilliums • Trout Lily Violets • Virginia Bluebell Trumpet Creeper • Wild Lilies Wild Geranium Wild Mustard • Wood Sorrel
Bee Balm • BetonyAugust • Cardinal Lobelia • Clematis Evening Primrose • Goldenrod • Hercules Club • Jewel Weed Joe Pye Weed • Meadow Beauty • Monkshood Bleeding Heart • BluetsMay • Calycanthus • Columbine Mountain Mints • St. Johns Wort • Turtlehead Cucumber Tree • Flame Azalea • Hobble Bush Wild Aster • Yellow-fringed Orchid Indian Paintbrush • Magnolia • Mountain Laurel Painted Trillium • Serviceberry • Silverbell Solomon’s Seal White Azalea • Wild Crab Aster • Blue GentiansSeptember • Bonset Fleabane • Gerardia Wild Geranium • Wild Iris • Wild Orchids Golden Aster • Ironweed • Lobelias • Sunflowers • Yarrow
ThereThere are are 1,600 1,600 species species of of flowering flowering plants plants in in the the Mountains Mountains ofof WesternWestern NorthNorth Carolina.Carolina. TheThe list list provided provided is isjust just a smalla small sample sample of of thethe manymany varieties.varieties. 42 VisitFranklinNC.com 1 Wayah Bald Tower
A visit to the Franklin area would not be complete without a east, with views northward of the Great Smoky Mountains and drive up to one of the most recognizable structures in Western the Appalachian Mountains, as well as mountains and rolling North Carolina – Wayah Bald Lookout Tower. Wayah Bald hills of North Georgia to the south. Once you’ve parked, it’s Lookout Tower is located here in the Franklin & Nantahala area, a short walk up a paved path that gets you to the best “seat” approximately 40 minutes from the intersection of Highway 64 in the house. Late spring and early summer is when the fauna and Highway 441. arrive and the Rhododendrons and Mountain Laurel open up for their annual colorful displays. In the fall, the mountains The tower was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps back glow with orange and yellow and reds, painting a canvas across in 1937, to accommodate personnel observing the Nantahala the mountains that are admired by hikers, visitors, locals, National Forest, keeping watch over the area for wildfires. photographers, and film makers. Wayah Tower is our “beacon” Two people at a time could stay in the tower for two month to the region, and a big draw to even those who aren’t on the stints, while being resupplied weekly by the local Civilian Appalachian or Bartram Trails on long hikes. Conservation Corps. The original tower stood over 50 feet high, with three stories. The top level was meager sleeping quarters for Unfortunately, in the fall of 2016 a fire swept through forests in the two observers, with a wood stove for cooking. The second our area and the Wayah Bald Tower was damaged. In time, the story was for the observation of the forest for any signs of fire. funding, supplies, and construction of a new roof will repair the Although the stone structure gave the appearance of sturdiness, old tower on Wayah Bald. For now, we look to the future of the within just a few years of its completion, water damage began forest and her regrowth after this wildfire took quite a bit more to erode the structure. By 1945, the fire detection service was than just autumn’s fallen leaves and old dead wood. Grass and halted at Wayah Bald and the two upper levels were removed low vegetation will return, Mountain Laurel and Rhododendrun for safety reasons. Due to the popularity of the structure for the blossoms WILL return. Time truly does heal these wounds, scenic views, the tower was eventually repaired with the second making her stronger than before. story constructed as an observation deck. The name Wayah Bald was named by the native Cherokee Indians who called the area DIRECTIONS TO WAYAH BALD Wa-ya, the Cherokee word for wolf, which inhabited the area and was hunted by the indigenous people dating back over Take US 64 West (from the intersection at Hwy 441) 11,000 years ago. approximately 4 miles and make a right (north) onto Old Murphy Road/State Road 1442. Just passed the old “Loafers Glory” gas The drive up to Wayah Bald is often a little intimidating to station turn left onto Wayah Road/State Road 1310 and drive 9 visitors, but careful navigation of the switchbacks and dirt roads, miles until you get to National Forest Road 69, where you will all end with the reward of being able to step out onto an open veer off to the right. From there, it is approximately 4.5 miles stone patio with an eastern panoramic view that, in the peak to the parking area at the summit. There are newer primitive leaf season viewing months of late September through early facilities just around the corner from the trail head and some There are 1,600 species of flowering plants in the Mountains of Western North Carolina. November, leave the viewer breathless. Standing at 5,342 feet, areas to park and have a nice picnic just up around the small The list provided is just a small sample of the many varieties. you’re nearly a mile high above the valley of Franklin facing traffic circle opening. VisitFranklinNC.com 43 A Mecca for Great Motorcycle Adventures
Franklin is located at the crossroads of several great motorcycle rides in Western North Carolina. US 64 passes through Franklin going East or West and Wayah Road is just 5 miles to the West of town. This is a classic ride over Wayah Mountain into the Nantahala River gorge. US 441 North out of Franklin takes you to Cherokee, NC and the start of the famed Blue Ridge Parkway or through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (the most visited National Park in North America). We are less than an hour away from a number of great motorcycle rides in the North Georgia mountains as well. Moonshiner 28 is a 103 mile trail that begins at the Tail of the Dragon on US 129 at Deals Gap and winds southeastward along NC 28 through Franklin and Highlands North Carolina. It then continues southward on NC 28 into North Georgia and ends in Walhalla, SC. The Moonshiner 28 got its name from Moonshine runners traveling from South Carolina to Tennessee on the twists and turns of this backroad to avoid the police. This is a great alternative to other more crowded routes with sections every bit as twisty as the most popular trails. There are also great views and scenic attractions along the way including three of Western North Carolina’s most popular waterfalls between Franklin and Highlands, NC (Cullasaja Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and Dry Falls). Moonshiner 28 is fast becoming one of the great must do roads of Western North Carolina. Come spend a day or a week exploring this area, whether riding a motorcycle, driving a sportscar or bringing your family in a van you are sure to enjoy the beautiful scenery that surrounds you.
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44 VisitFranklinNC.com 828-399-0209 • www.whereshadowswalk.com Franklin’s Historic Moonshine and Murder Woodlawn Cemetery Ghost Tour Ghost Tour Tour
On this classic, 2 hour walking tour, On this grizzly, 2 hour walking On this one of a kind Cemetery guests will hear tales of Franklin, tour, guests will step into the walking tour, guests will chase the North Carolina’s pioneers and of shadows, the darkest, dirtiest candles to the stones. The sprawling her rich and storied past. They shadows of Western North Woodlawn Cemetery, so dark and will walk the historic streets Carolina. A hint of Moonshine foreboding, will come to life, as hearing stories of heroes and Whiskey will ride the wind as yarn guests wander the winding paths, legends, bloody massacres and after yarn is spun. Every story on listening to true tales of frozen spine-tingling military stand offs. this tour is stained with blood, children, gruesome unsolved Guests will tour not one but two as they all concern murder and murders, possessed homes, mothers haunted graveyards, where the mayhem. Guests will hear tales of that tend their babies from beyond dead await them, hoping it’s their famous, murdering-moonshiners, the grave, ladies and outlaws and tale being told. As the hour grows lawmen, serial killers, hangings, so many ghosts. A Woodlawn late, the true, dark and terrifying lynchings, witches, ghosts and Cemetery Tour is not for the faint revelations keep coming. This so much more. Guests may lose of heart. Your senses will work atmospheric tour will hold onto some sleep, but they will never overtime as you listen and learn, you for years to come. forget the tour. always looking over your shoulder.
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Macon County is located in southwestern North Carolina, Climate of the region is classed as Marine, Humid, Temperate about 65 miles west of Asheville, NC and 130 miles because of high moisture and mild temperatures. Four distinct north of Atlanta, GA. The county lies within the Blue Ridge seasons provide a diverse climate. Although the county is in Physiographic Providence and contains several mountain one of the highest rainfall zones in the eastern U.S., there ranges with peaks over 5,000 feet in elevation. can be large spatial variability in precipitation amounts during storm events.
Average Temperature (degrees Fahrenheit) Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory, 1934-2016 Month Mean January 38.4 February 40.7 March 47.4 April 55.3 May 62.2 June 68.7 July 71.6 August 71.0 September 65.6 October 56.0 November 46.8 December 40.3
The county land area is 516 sq. miles and the population is 33,756. Franklin, the county seat, lies near the center of Precipitation the county at an elevation of 2,110 feet with a population Precipitation is usually abundant in all months but greatest of 3,490. Highlands is the other major town in the county occur in late winter and smallest amounts during the fall with a population of 1,100 year round residents and is season. Snow comprises only 2 to 10% of the annual the highest incorporated town (4,118 feet) east of the precipitation at low elevations. Average annual precipitation Mississippi River. Major highways run north - south in is about 70 inches at low elevations but is highly variable the Little Tennessee River Basin and east - west across from year to year. The driest year on record at Coweeta mountain ranges. occurred in 2007 with only 47.7 inches at the base station, which is a 22.8 inch deficit for the year. In general, precipitation increases with elevation, and, at Coweeta, averages about 90 inches at the highest elevations.
Nantahala Average Monthly Precipitation (inches) Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory, 1934-2016 Month Month January 6.79 July 5.59 February 6.77 August 5.26 March 7.38 September 5.24 April 5.85 October 4.48 May 5.19 November 5.89 June 5.37 December 6.87
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Macon County Taxes Utilities County: 2014/2015 Property Taxes/$100 value...... $0.3490 Cable Franklin: 2014/2015 Property Taxes/$100 value.....$0.2800 Morris Broadband ...... (888) 855-9036 Sales tax...... 6.75% Electric Income Tax: N.C. Department of Revenue Duke Energy...... (800) 777-9898 2800 Heart Drive Natural Gas Asheville, NC 28806 Toccoa Gas...... (828) 349-1222 Phone: 1-877-252-3052 Telephone Frontier...... (877) 462-8188 Government Water & Sewer Town of Franklin...... (828) 524-2516 Town of Franklin Aldermen/Town Manager...... (828) 524-2516 Media Macon County Board of Commissioners/County Manager Newspapers ...... (828) 349-2000 Asheville Citizen-Times...... (800) 800-4202 Franklin Press...... (828) 524-2010 Macon County News...... (828) 369-6767 Transportation Smoky Mtn. News...... (828) 452-4251 Highways Local Radio Stations U.S. highways 23, 441 • U.S. 64 (East & West) WFSC-AM & WNCC FM...... (828) 524-4418 NC highway 28 (North & South) WHLC-FM...... (828) 526-1045 Airports Network Television Macon County Airport...... (828) 524-5529 ABC - WLOS - Asheville, NC Asheville Regional Airport - 76 mi...... (828) 684-2226 CBS - WSPA - Spartanburg, SC Atlanta, Georgia - 141 mi...... (800) 897-1910 NBC – WYFF – Greenville, SC Greenville/Spartanburg, SC -123 mi...... (864) 877-7426 FOX – WHNS – Spartanburg, SC Bus Macon Transit Service ……………………...... (828) 349-2222 Town & County Offices Greyhound Bus (Waynesville, NC) - 45 mi...... (828) 926-2327 Train Franklin Town Office...... (828) 524-2516 AmTrak (Toccoa, GA) - 68 mi...... (800) 872-7245 Franklin Fire Dept...... (828) 524-2332 Franklin Police Dept...... (828) 524-2864 Education Macon County Sheriff Dept ...... (828) 349-2104 Macon County Board of Education...... (828) 524-3314 Public Schools Macon County Board of Elections...... (828) 349-2034 Macon County Schools (K-12)...... (828) 524-3314 Macon County Courthouse ...... (828) 349-2000 Colleges/Universities Macon County EMS ...... (828) 349-2067 Southwestern Community College Macon Center…………………………...... (828) 369-7331 Macon County Humane Society...... (828) 524-4588 Main Campus (Sylva, NC)……...... (800) 447-4091 Macon County Inspections...... (828) 349-2072 Western Carolina University Macon County Landfill...... (828) 349-2077 Cullowhee, NC...... (800) 928-2369 Macon Co. Public Health Ctr...... (828) 349-2081 Private Schools Macon Co. Public Library...... (828) 524-3600 Trimont Christian Academy...... (828) 369-6756 Macon Co. Recreation Dept...... (828) 349-2090 Victory Christian School...... (828) 586-2120 Enrollment Macon Co. Social Services...... (828) 349-2114 2016/2017 Kindergarten-12th Enrollment...... 4,442 Macon Co. Tax Collector ...... (828) 349-2163 Classrooms Utilizing Advanced Technology...... 100% Macon Co. Transit...... (828) 349-2222 Nationally Board Certified Teachers...... 64 Veterans Services ...... (828) 349-2151
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Facts & Stats State & Federal Offices Income NC Dept. of Commerce Workforce Sol...... (828) 369-9534 2014 Median Family Income (estimated)...... $47,043 NC Driver’s License Office...... (828) 524-3592 2014 Per Capita Income...... $21,534 NC License Plate Agency...... (828) 369-8165 2014 Median Household Income...... $36,423 NC Division of Forestry...... (828) 369-8677 2019 Per Capita Income...... $23,242 Social Security Administration...... (866) 562-0738 Employment/unemployment U.S. Forest Service...... (828) 524-6441 U.S. Post Office...... (828) 524-3219 Labor Force 3rd Qtr, 2016...... 14,553 Unemployment Rate Hospitals/Clinics 3rd Qtr, 2016...... 4.9%
Angel Medical Center...... (828) 524-8411 WestCare Health System...... (828) 586-7000 Commercial/Retail/Industrial Highlands/Cashiers Hospital...... (828) 526-1200 Veteran’s Outpatient Clinic...... (828) 369-1781 Local Businesses 2016 Total Private Industry Businesses...... 1,103 MAJOR INDUSTRY & EMPLOYERS 2016 Total Manufacturing Businesses...... 31 2016 Total Self Employed ...... 1,479 2016 Total Retail Sales ($mil)...... $547.2 Top Manufacturing 2016 Licensed Child Care Facilities...... 20 Shaw Enterprises, Inc...... 250-499 2016 Number of Physicians...... 70 Franklin Tubular Products...... 100-249 Tektone Sound & Signal Mfg, Inc...... 50-99 Duotech Services...... 50-99 Cook Brothers Lumber Co, Inc...... Below 50 Employment & Wages Top Non-Manufacturing Employers Employment by Number of Workers, by Sector Macon County Public Schools...... 500-999 (2nd Quarter 2016) Drake Enterprises Lyf (A Corp)...... 500-999 Total All Industries...... 11,134 Macon County...... 250-499 Total Government...... 1,818 Angel Medical Center...... 250-499 Total Private Industry...... 9,316 Wal-Mart Associates, Inc...... 250-499 Agriculture Forestry Fishing & Hunting...... 32 Ingles Markets...... 100-249 Construction...... 825 Lowes...... 100-249 Manufacturing...... 367 Macon Program for Progress...... 100-249 Wholesale Trade...... 123 Macon Valley Nursing & Rehabilitation...... 100-249 Retail Trade...... 1,942 Transportation and Warehousing...... 63 Information...... 112 Finance and Insurance...... 316 Population & Growth Real Estate and Rental and Leasing...... 156 Professional and Technical Services...... 908 2019 Total Population (projected)...... 37,204 Education Service...... 809 2014 Total Population (projected)...... 35,826 Health Care and Social Assistance...... 1,421 2010 Total Population (Census)...... 33,922 Arts, Entertainment and Recreation...... 352 July 2015 Certified Population Estimate...... 34,771 Accommodation and Food Services...... 1,755
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Main St. PH: (828) 524-3223 PH: (828) 369-5271 HEALTH & FITNESS www.coweemtnrubymine.com PH: (828) 524-3967 800-821-7829 180 SPORTS PERFORMANCE FRANKLIN www.rubycity.com SWEET STEMS FLOWER BAR SEE AD ON PAGE 37 316 Industrial Park Dr. 16 W. Palmer St. PH: (828) 524-3179 STEWART’S OF FRANKLIN PH: (828) 421-0775 GOLD CITY GEM MINE & AMUSEMENT www.180spfranklin.com 38 E. Main St. www.sweetstemsflowerbar.com 9410 Sylva Hwy. PH: (828) 369-3905 800-713-7767 PH: (828) 369-9440 BODY FAT TEST OF NORTH CAROLINA Visit”The Best Little Store in the FORESTRY www.goldcityamusement.com 805 Carolina Springs Lane Mountains.” Stewarts specializes in U.S. FOREST SERVICE - NANTAHALA DIST. PH: (828) 582-9019 antiques, estate and previously owned 90 Sloan Rd. JACKSON HOLE GEM MINE www.bodyfattest.com jewelry. Always offered below wholesale. PH: (828) 524-6441 9770 Highlands Rd. Highlands, NC 28741 FRANKLIN HEALTH & FITNESS CNTR www.fs.usda.gov THE GALLERY OF GEMS & MINERALS PH: (828) 524-5850 1214 East Main St. 2724 Georgia Rd. FUNERAL HOMES www.jacksonholegemmine.com PH: (828) 369-5608 PH: (828) 524-8931 BRYANT-GRANT FUNERAL HOME & www.franklinfitnesscenter.com MASON MTN MINE/COWEE GIFT SHOP www.galleryofgems.com CREMATORY 5315 Bryson City Road HEALTH CARE 105 West Main Street GHOST/HISTORY TOURS PH: (828) 524-4570 21ST CENTURY RADIATION THERAPY PH: (828) 524-2411 WHERE SHADOWS WALK www.TJRocks.fatcow.com 190 Riverview St. www.bryantfuneralhomes.com Main St.. 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74 VisitFranklinNC.com BURNINGTOWN STORAGE SMOKY MOUNTAIN CENTER FOR FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS WELL DRILLING 2070 Airport Rd. THE PERFORMING ARTS 135 E. Main St,. CRANE BROTHERS WELL DRILLING PH: (828) 369-6593 1028 Georgia Rd. PH: (828) 369-7080 877-462-8188 248 Crane Circle PH: (828) 524-1598 866-273-4615 www.frontier.com PH: (828) 524-4976 800-892-5891 DEPOT STREET MINI STORAGE www.greatmountainmusic.com www.cranebroswelldrilling.com 372 Depot St. SEE AD ON CENTERFOLD VETERANS SERVICE SEE AD ON PAGE 62 PH: (828) 524-6162 ORGANIZATION Sizes for every need. Climate control THRIFT SHOP THE AMERICAN LEGION HEDDEN BROTHERS WELL DRILLING available. Paved with security gate. 24 hr APPALACHIAN ANIMAL RESCUE MACON POST 108 73 Holly Hills Vista Rd. video survellience. On site manager. THRIFT SHOP 614 W.Main St. PH: (828) 369-9591 800-325-9591 1521 Old Murphy Rd. PH: (828) 524-4306 FRANKLIN MINI STORAGE PH: (828) 369-3043 www.americanlegionpost108.org WOMEN’S APPAREL 5762 Hwy 441S BLACKBERRY MARKET BOUTIQUE PH: (828) 349-4019 CARENET THRIFT STORE VETERINARIANS & GIFTS 268 E. Palmer St. WHISKEY RIVER LARGE ANIMAL 76 E. Main St. PH: (828) 349-9064 MOUNTAIN VIEW STORAGE & MOBILE VETERINARY SERVICE PH: (828) 369-7880
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