Location: Cherokee
Top Things to do in Cherokee
The 6 Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers in Cherokee, North Carolina (NC)
Located at the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Cherokee is the headquarters for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Signs around town are in English and Cherokee, and the city itself is anchored by the Harrah's Cherokee Casino. The tourist-oriented area is rich in outdoor activities for the entire family. The tribe runs a botanical garden, cultural museum, Indian village recreation, historical dramas, and an arts and crafts center.
Restaurants in Cherokee
1. Smokemont Riding Stables
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 411 reviews
Smokemont Riding Stables is located within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park just off US 441, 6 miles north of Cherokee, North Carolina. We offer guided horseback riding trips from one hour to 4 hours long. Each ride is unique and may feature river crossing or waterfall views. We also have a horse drawn wagon ride that goes along the Oconaluftee River on the historic turnpike road.
Reviewed By Phoinix15 - Tampa, United States
What a great hour ride we took here. Our leader on the ride BRETT? was so great. Telling us about the area, different trees, plants and took his time with the ride. We went through the creek, under a overpass and thru the tunnel, up and down the hills. The horses were great. I definitely would go again and definitely do the longer ride. The dat was beautiful!!!
2. Rivers Edge Outfitters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 57 reviews
We are Western N.C. premier fly fishing and upland bird hunting guides. We guide in all the smokey mountain streams and on our private waters as well. We feature 1/2 guided trip and full day also. We also guide 1/2 day upland bird hunts and full day. You can even do a 1/2 hunt 1/2 fish combo on our private land. Cast and blast!
3. End of the Trail Horseback Riding
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By gauldav - Atlanta, United States
I don’t know what I can add that others have not said. We are a family of 4, my wife was not looking forward to this, as she has had some bad experiences in the past. When you drive up you may question your decision, please don’t. Mr. Goodlow Bark’s demeanor is one that puts riders and horses immediately at ease. It is a beautiful experience, it is at the same time difficult and treacherous but the horses and the guide are immensely comfortable, sure of themselves, and in that way reassuring. The views are astonishing. Pure Magic, or Nature, or whatever is really real in a world full of fake news where information is weaponized.
4. Mingo Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,144 reviews
Reviewed By CastleBe0wulf - The Villages, United States
This was my first time visiting. I knew from doing my research that there would be quite a very steep staircase up the side of the mountain. Woof those 160 steps are pretty rough. They're not impossible even if you're not in the best shape. The staircase is wide and has rails on both sides. And once you reach the top of the stairs it's a level short walk to the waterfall. the waterfall is actually quite high and has a long fall, luckily we were there after a rainstorm so the water was coming off of the mountain quite heavily. there's a small wooden bridge close to the base of the waterfall where you can set up a tripod and take an amazing photo of the water. Mingo falls is what I would clarify as off the beaten path there is only one sign that tells you when to turn into the parking lot other than that if you don't do your research you'll have no idea how to get there. Overall is the drive and the staircase worth it, I say YES.
5. Cherokee Rapids Tube & Kayak Rentals
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
Welcome To Cherokee Rapids. We are the biggest, best and friendliest tubing and kayaking outfitter in Cherokee, North Carolina — home to the Oconaluftee River, which is widely known as one of the cleanest, clearest and most beautiful rivers in the SE United States. Our Little Princess location is the only one with direct access to the Oconaluftee River. Cherokee Rapids... more rapids, more fun, longer trips, better scenery, BEST value!
6. Smoky Mountain Helicopters
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
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