Top Things to do in Jackson County
Top Hotels in Jackson County
- 1. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
- 2. Brook Trout Inn
- 3. Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers-Sapphire Valley
- 4. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Sylva Dillsboro Area
- 5. Blue Ridge Inn
- 6. Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
- 7. Comfort Inn
- 8. Fairway Forest Resort
- 9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva Western Carolina Area
- 10. Hotel Cashiers
10 Things to do Good for Kids in Jackson County That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Jackson County, United States including Whiteside Mountain, Signal Ridge Marina, AB's Fly Fishing Guide Service - Tours, Jackson County Public Library, Rockhound Ridge Gem Mine, 828 Escape Room, Lake Glenville Scenic Waterfall Cruises, Whitewater Falls, Lake Glenville, Dillsboro River Company.
Restaurants in Jackson County
1. Whiteside Mountain
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 376 reviews
Expert rock climbers are attracted to Whiteside Mountain, which offers some of the highest cliffs in the east, rising more than 2,100 feet to its summit at 4,930 feet.
Reviewed By pianohiker - Sarasota, United States
Yes worth the drive (for us, from Franklin), and the slightly strenuous walk. Do use the gravel trail up on the left, it's a mile incline to the top. Then take the harder trail down, not gravel at all, but through the woods, rocky and fun. The views you will get from the "harder" trail are simply amazing and you will miss them if you just use the gravel trail up and then down (unless you have kids or are not stable on your feet). The summit at 4930 is along the Eastern Continenal Divide and there is a marker explaining that up top. Also info about the "pluton" rocks from 470 million years ago. Great teaching tools. Small fee for parking.
2. Signal Ridge Marina
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 31 reviews
Since we opened our doors in 1994 we have consistently endeavored to maintain a clean, fun, and affordable place for everyone to enjoy. We are the only full service marina on Lake Glenville. So whether you need to rent a boat, fix a boat, gas up your boat, get some fishing supplies or are simply low on ice and snacks, we have you covered! Also your four legged friends are always welcome on our boats and in our ship store!
Reviewed By msd2150
First time boat rental and the process was easy, the crew was helpful and the experience was alot of fun. The pontoon boat was very easy to drive and our kids (5 & 7) loved cruising the lake. We stopped at one of the public islands for a picnic lunch. Our 4-hour rental was the perfect amount of time.
3. AB's Fly Fishing Guide Service - Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
A guide service that provides everything you need to catch trout in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina. We accommodate the serious angler as well as the beginner. We provide individualized instruction and/or guide trips. All equipment can be provided. Wade and/or float trips for trout (rainbow, brook, & brown) or small mouth bass are available.
4. Jackson County Public Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By fisher05 - Charlotte, United States
We’ve been here with family & friends. Beautiful place! You can see over the town of Sylva, etc... amazing view! Lots of history! Great exercise climbing many stairs!
5. Rockhound Ridge Gem Mine
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
We have enriched gem dirt buckets in many different kinds that you can purchase and sift through the dirt in our sleuce. We have a store that is packed with gemstones, crystals, specimens, jewelry, fossils, and much more! We offer gemstone cutting services. You can pick out a ring, pendant, or pair of ear rings and then choose from a wide variety of facetted and cabochon cut stones to have set in your ring, pendant, or ear rings. We sell rough gemstones and whole geodes too !
Reviewed By Crowan76
What a great little place. My family had a blast sleucing through our buckets. We walked about with about 20 lbs of rough gems. So many different types. The store was filled with collector pieces. The prices were reasonable. Tara was awesome. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely work a trip.
6. 828 Escape Room
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
828 Escape is a fun, new entertainment concept to the area. Each Escape Room is a real life adventure game designed for small groups. Whether you're a group of friends, family members, or co-workers, you will have fun solving puzzles, clues and ciphers in order to escape the room in less than 60 minutes.
Reviewed By jenniferaX4967MY
I went with a group for a Bachelorette party activity. This place was a blast! Awesome puzzles and clues--really cool decor and fun surprises in our room. We almost didn't get out, but it was so exciting when we did! Also, the owners were so sweet. Go support this local business and have some ESCAPE ROOM FUN! Thanks, 828!
7. Lake Glenville Scenic Waterfall Cruises
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 102 reviews
Bucket List? Cruise in comfort aboard the biggest boat, on the highest lake, in the oldest mountains on earth! Stunning Lake Glenville is the "Jewell of the Appalachians." At 3,492 feet above sea level, Lake Glenville is the highest lake in the Eastern US. Majestic. Join Lake Glenville's only USCG Licensed Master Sea Captain, Captain Mark Wise, as he pilots, navigates and tour guides this superlative Scenic Waterfall Cruise. CLICK ON OUR WEBSITE LINK ABOVE AND BOOK YOUR CRUISE TODAY!
8. Whitewater Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 442 reviews
A favorite spot for hikers and picnickers, this scenic area features the Whitewater River dropping more than 400 feet in a series of cascading falls.
Reviewed By mhgolf - Decatur, United States
Simply amazing. The best $3 I have paid in quite awhile. This may be the best combination of an easy walk; on a paved walk way to a fabulous waterfall in the world. Just awesome. At the end of the walkway, take the 150 steps down to an even better view.
9. Lake Glenville
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
This 1,462-acre lake offers motorboating, sailing, swimming, canoeing, fishing, skiing, and sunbathing. Our place is on the water with boat dock, grills & Deck & patio. lakeglenvillenc cabin is perfect for a Couples retreat or bring the Family. Relax, & Enjoy. There lots to do in the area.
Reviewed By Y62DLjamesb
A wonderful and historic place to visit. Anyone traveling up or down 07 between Cashiers and Sylva NC must stop and visit the Lake Glenville Historic Museum. What a treat
10. Dillsboro River Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Welcome to Dillsboro River Company! North Carolina Rafting and Tubing on the Tuckaseegee River in Dillsboro, NCTuckaseegee Rafting & Tubing in the Western North Carolina mountains is FUN!
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