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
5 Hiking Trails in Jackson County That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Jackson County, United States including Pinnacle Park, Horsepasture River and Nature Trails, Panthertown Valley, Chattooga River Loop Trail, Rain Bow.
Restaurants in Jackson County
1. Pinnacle Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By jmpncsu - Raleigh, United States
We took our dog for a hike at Pinnacle Park and had a great time. It was right after snow the park was winter wonderland. We made a loop with East Fork and West Fork Trails to go up to the Pinnacle for stunning views of the mountains and Sylva far down below. We also made a detour to Gina Falls and Fisher Falls. The waterfalls are off trail and somewhat difficult to find, though Fisher Falls is visible from East Fork Trail. The going was slow in the snow, but if we return, I'd like to also hike to Blackrock Mountain.
2. Horsepasture River and Nature Trails
3. Panthertown Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By tumbleweedchris - Asheville, United States
I visited Panthertown and took an all day hike up, down, and around mountains and waterfalls. I purchased the map you can find online by Burt Kornegay, and have a hard time imagining hiking without it. The trails have scant blazing and there are many social trails. You can easily get turned around if you are not prepared. As an added bonus, the map will include the social trails that will lead you to hidden waterfalls that very few people visit. I have lots more exploration to go at this park, but it's the most fun I have had outdoors in West Carolina. The best part is that this park is less frequented by others and you are likely not to see many people during the day. This is a must do when venturing into nature in the area.
4. Chattooga River Loop Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By phosford - Huntersville, United States
Cashiers is a wonderful get-away for outdoor lovers. We stayed in a motel with our dog and enjoyed hiking especially the CRL trail. Saw many gorgeous waterfalls. Hike up White Mountain and an overlook near the nature museum. Cashiers is often overshadowed by Highlands but it much more affordable with quaint restaurants and great shopping (although not as convenient as Highlands). A little more driving to find the good places to go.
