Top 9 Free Things to do in Tellico Plains, Tennessee (TN)

March 25, 2022 Lashaunda Abraham

Tellico Plains is a town in Monroe County, Tennessee, United States. The population was 859 at the 2000 census and 880 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Tellico Plains

1. Charles Hall Museum

229 Cherohala Skwy, Tellico Plains, TN 37385-5500 +1 423-253-8000 [email protected] http://www.charleshallmuseum.com/
Excellent
87%
Good
11%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 79 reviews

Charles Hall Museum

Reviewed By O2299KVnancyh - Webster, United States

There is 2 museums & the one in the back is everything to do with phones very unique & the one by the street has a lot of interesting antiques & town history; we found it very nice place to visit. The gift shops are very nice too

2. Bald River Falls

Tellico River Road, Tellico Plains, TN 37385 +1 423-253-8400 [email protected] http://tnvacation.com/vendors/bald_river_falls/
Excellent
87%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 371 reviews

Bald River Falls

Reviewed By cnorth828 - Las Vegas, United States

The Bald River is a favorite after the has been a heavy rain or when it has frozen. You can see it from road or park and hike a short distance to the top. One of my favorite places to go for a relaxing hike and beautiful waterfall.

3. Cherohala Skyway

Tn-165, Tellico Plains, TN +1 423-253-8010 http://www.cherohala.org
Excellent
86%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 125 reviews

Cherohala Skyway

Reviewed By CenFLGuy - Saint Cloud, United States

On a trip to see fall leaves, I learned about the Cherohala Skyway and how high above sea level this scenic drive goes. Since where I was staying had mostly green trees, I took the drive. The Cherohala Skyway has a bunch of scenic overlooks in both Tennessee and North Carolina. I recommend checking out as many overlooks as you possibly can. Each view is different from each overlook. If you take the drive during fall, you get to see all stages of fall during the 50 miles on the Cherohala Skyway. I’ll definitely be back on the Cherohala Skyway when I’m in town.

4. Indian Boundary General Store

345 Indian Boundary Road, Tellico Plains, TN 37385 +1 423-253-7774 [email protected] http://www.indianboundarygeneralstore.com
Excellent
91%
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9%
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5.0 based on 23 reviews

Indian Boundary General Store

A cozy General Store located inside beautiful Indian Boundary Campground right off the Cherohala Skyway. The perfect daycation! We have souvenirs, gifts, snacks,old fashioned bottle drinks, fishing supplies, camping supplies, toys, hiking supplies, live bait, apparel, AND more. Check out the gem mine on the back porch! WE ARE NOW RENTING KAYAKS AND STAND UP PADDLE BOARDS! Fish, swim, picnic or take a hike around the lake trail that is right outside our door!

5. Cherohala Skyway Visitor Center

225 Cherohala Skwy, Tellico Plains, TN 37385-5500 +1 423-253-8010 http://www.cherohala.org/
Excellent
69%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
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Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 135 reviews

Cherohala Skyway Visitor Center

Reviewed By DMC714 - Bucks, United States

This place is awesome. Soo glad we stopped here before getting on the Skyway. The staff is awesome and the info and directions are so helpful. Nice gift shop and small museum area also. Great Place !

6. Coker Creek Welcome Center

12197 New Highway 68, Tellico Plains, TN 37385-6928 +1 423-261-2286 [email protected] http://www.cokercreek.org/shop.htm
Excellent
60%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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4.5 based on 10 reviews

Coker Creek Welcome Center

7. Baby Falls

Tellico River Road, Tellico Plains, TN http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/cherokee/recarea/?recid=70985
Excellent
68%
Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 47 reviews

Baby Falls

Reviewed By MnKP - Dartmouth, United States

That quote is from my six year old son. It was so relaxing to have a little snack by the river and watch kayakers go by. And even more fun to splash along the edges and collect river-worn rocks, all surrounded by the beautiful Cherokee forest. Very short distance from Bald River Falls which is an impressive waterfall, and some great steep trails around.

8. Tellico Trout Hatchery

3193 River Road 3193 River Road, Tellico Plains, Tennessee, Tellico Plains, TN +1 423-253-2661
Excellent
43%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Tellico Trout Hatchery

9. Conasauga Falls Trail

Tellico Plains, TN http://alltrails.com/trail/us/tennessee/conasauga-falls-trail
Excellent
43%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
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Poor
5%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 37 reviews

Conasauga Falls Trail

Reviewed By O2763TGjerrys

The road in is a little rough, but manageable. There are pull offs on the road sides that allow passing on the one lane. People that don't know how to drive mountain roads need to avoid this drive or piggyback with an experienced driver. Not for the faint of heart. TURN RIGHT AT THE FORK. Once you arrive at the trail head, try to park like you have sense. Don't hod the lot, it isn't large. The trail is a couple of downhill switchbacks, lots of roots and rocks so be careful. Good shoes or boots are recommended. Leave the cooler in the car and take a bottle of water instead. It's a good haul out. Ok, summary. The trip to the trail head is a lot of fun to drive with some pucker factor. Take your time, enjoy the drive. The trail is well maintained and you can catch a few great views through the trees. Keep going until you are below the falls, the first access is not the falls access. Keep going to the stone steps. The falls are beautiful. The rocks can be slick, but that is to be expected. Take your time and enjoy what God has hidden for those that seek it. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE take your trash out. I will pick up trash on a trail all day, but i draw a line at diapers and old clothes. If you can't respect the place and leave it as found or better than you find it, don't go. My wife, my 2 daughters, (9 & 15), and myself had very little problem making this trip.

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