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		Traveling Across the North Carolina Mountains Cherokee Cherokee -- an enchanted land, rich in tradition and located in the Great Smoky Mountains. Although the vast territorial holdings have long disappeared since 25,000 Cherokee ruled over 135,000 square miles covering parts of what are now eight states, a renewed interest in Cherokee culture and heritage is kept alive through legends and myths. The Cherokee museum, Indian village, and historic outdoor drama are examples of the rich heritage kept alive throughout the years. Maggie Valley & Waynesville With the Blue Ridge Parkway bordering the south and the Great Smokies and Pisgah National Forest in the north end of the county and 18 peaks over 6000 feet in elevation, including Cold Mountain, the scenery inspires awe and national best sellers. We have that "get away from it all" small town atmosphere and mountain values, yet metropolitan advantages are just minutes away. Franklin Nestled in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains lies the vibrant town of Franklin, North Carolina. Franklin is home to approximately 3,300 citizens, but the population nearly doubles during the Spring, Summer and Fall seasons due to our temperate climate and beautiful scenery. Our geographical position enables us to enjoy cool summer nights and mild winters. Jackson County Travelers have been drawn to Jackson County's scenic beauty and pleasant climate since the 1800s, and the ageless mountains and relative solitude remain its most enduring attractions. Mountains provide the rhythm for life in Jackson County. From high vantage points they carry to the horizon in gentle waves, mountain after mountain, draped in soft, swirling clouds. Their folds shelter emerald valleys, wildflower meadows and tumbling, splashing streams. Waterfalls with whimsical names like Silver Run, Rainbow and Turtleback cascade down the flanks of the highest and most dramatic peaks in the East.

	Bryson City Would you like a quiet, restful getaway in the mountains, away from crowds and congestion, in a beautiful natural setting? Bryson City is such a place a small country town in the Great Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina, an unspoiled retreat rich with outdoor activities. A visit to Bryson City will take you back to a simpler, less-complicated time. Yet you'll have lots to do in the Swain County area. We're home to much of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, including its highest peak, Clingmans Dome. We have the Nantahala River, one of the nation's most popular whitewater venues, and beautiful Fontana Lake with the highest dam east of the Rockies.		Graham County Graham County is located in the far reaches of Western North Carolina in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains of the southern Appalachians. This region is home to the some of the highest and most remote mountains east of the Mississippi with elevations ranging from 1177 to 5560 feet. Graham County is nestled among hundreds of thousands of acres of wilderness full of stunning mountain landscapes and many breathtaking views.
	Clay County Lying in the southern Appalachian Mountains, this beautiful county offers truly breathtaking scenery, with lush forests and rich farmland set off by crystal-clear lakes, rivers, and streams. The town of Hayesville is located on a knoll overlooking the Hiawassee River and has a spectacular view of the rugged Tusquittee Mountains. Other communities in this area are Brasstown, Warne, Fires Creek, Shooting Creek, Elf, and Tusquittee. The climate is mild year-round, with warm days and cool evenings in the summer, and occasional snowfall in the winter. The rugged terrain provides a beautiful background for many outdoor activities of the county.		Murphy & Andrews Cherokee County is a place where you and your family can enjoy your "peace" of the mountains - filling your time with fun, beauty, recreation, and rest while you enjoy peace of mind and a renewed spirit. Murphy, Andrews and other townships in the county offer holiday festivities and are surrounded by great fishing, golf, whitewater adventures, hiking, horseback riding and a host of other activities necessary to round out any mountain vacation adventure.