Cheri's Guidebook
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Perched on the banks of the world famous Cheoah River, the newly renovated Historic Tapoco Lodge is home to 6 lodge rooms, 3 lodge suites, and 18 guest cabin rooms. With miles of private hiking trails, nightly campfires, and an onsite movie theater, you won't soon wish to leave. Our in-house Tapoco Tavern combines the very best of a classic brick oven pizzeria and all American tavern dining with full-service bar, riverside dining and environment unmatched in all of Western Carolina. From steaks, burgers, salads, hummus, and local Carolina Mountain trout, there's something for everyone. Come explore Western Carolina and relax with us riverside at the Historic Tapoco Lodge where Adventure and Sanctuary meet!
https://tapoco.com/
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Historic Tapoco Lodge Resort
14981 Tapoco RdPerched on the banks of the world famous Cheoah River, the newly renovated Historic Tapoco Lodge is home to 6 lodge rooms, 3 lodge suites, and 18 guest cabin rooms. With miles of private hiking trails, nightly campfires, and an onsite movie theater, you won't soon wish to leave. Our in-house Tapoco Tavern combines the very best of a classic brick oven pizzeria and all American tavern dining with full-service bar, riverside dining and environment unmatched in all of Western Carolina. From steaks, burgers, salads, hummus, and local Carolina Mountain trout, there's something for everyone. Come explore Western Carolina and relax with us riverside at the Historic Tapoco Lodge where Adventure and Sanctuary meet!
https://tapoco.com/
Since March 2003, this family-owned restaurant has been making gustatory impressions in Robbinsville, NC, making it a favorite hang-out spot for both locals and tourists.
Located at the heart of Downtown Robbinsville, Lynn’s Place is a soulful neighborhood restaurant, dishing up homemade American cuisine rooted in the Carolina Mountains honoring family recipes.
Enjoy the great salad bar with freshly cut veggies, seasonal fruits, proteins and grains. Mouth-watering homemade desserts, hand-cut steaks, fresh hamburgers and much more! Everything is cooked to order to ensure the highest quality.
Experience a warm atmosphere with great food, southern culture and hospitality where family and friends can sit back, relax and feel at home.
http://www.lynnsplacerest.com/
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Lynn's Place
237 E Main StSince March 2003, this family-owned restaurant has been making gustatory impressions in Robbinsville, NC, making it a favorite hang-out spot for both locals and tourists.
Located at the heart of Downtown Robbinsville, Lynn’s Place is a soulful neighborhood restaurant, dishing up homemade American cuisine rooted in the Carolina Mountains honoring family recipes.
Enjoy the great salad bar with freshly cut veggies, seasonal fruits, proteins and grains. Mouth-watering homemade desserts, hand-cut steaks, fresh hamburgers and much more! Everything is cooked to order to ensure the highest quality.
Experience a warm atmosphere with great food, southern culture and hospitality where family and friends can sit back, relax and feel at home.
http://www.lynnsplacerest.com/
The Warehouse at Nantahala Brewing
5 Ramseur StLa Poblana
4.6
(643) · $
Mexican · 1341 Main St
Closed ⋅ Opens 11AM Mon
Dine-in·
Takeout·
No delivery
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El Pacifico
429 Rodney Orr BypassLa Poblana
4.6
(643) · $
Mexican · 1341 Main St
Closed ⋅ Opens 11AM Mon
Dine-in·
Takeout·
No delivery
Hoppy Trout Brewing Company
911 Main StCasually stylish, traditional Italian restaurant & pizzeria with an open kitchen & full bar.
https://facebook.com/PasqualinosItalianRestaurant/
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Pasqualino's Italian Restaurant
25 Everett StCasually stylish, traditional Italian restaurant & pizzeria with an open kitchen & full bar.
https://facebook.com/PasqualinosItalianRestaurant/
Long-running restaurant serving steak, American fare, beer & wine in a casual, old-fashioned space.
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Jimmy Mac's Restaurant
121 Main StLong-running restaurant serving steak, American fare, beer & wine in a casual, old-fashioned space.
Country fried steak, peach cobbler & other American comfort foods served in an unpretentious diner.
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The Iron Skillet
165 Everett StCountry fried steak, peach cobbler & other American comfort foods served in an unpretentious diner.
The Bistro at the Everett Hotel
16 Everett StRiver's End Restaurant
13077 US-19Nate And Nick's Pizza
225 Everett StHumble spot providing familiar Mexican combos for dine-in or takeout, plus beer & margaritas.
Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant
Humble spot providing familiar Mexican combos for dine-in or takeout, plus beer & margaritas.
Big Wesser
13077 W Hwy 19Alcohol
Coffee
Comfort food
Food
Food at bar
Happy hour food
Kids' menu
Late-night food
Quick bite
Small plates
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CJ'S Kitchen & Grille
2100 W Garden StAlcohol
Coffee
Comfort food
Food
Food at bar
Happy hour food
Kids' menu
Late-night food
Quick bite
Small plates
Brick-walled daytime deli serving an array of international sandwiches, plus soups, salads & sweets.
https://www.thefillingstationdeli.com/
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High Test Deli
145 Everett StBrick-walled daytime deli serving an array of international sandwiches, plus soups, salads & sweets.
https://www.thefillingstationdeli.com/
Nestled at the southern edge of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park lies the quaint town of Bryson City, North Carolina. Surrounded by the majestic beauty of the mountains, it is a place of adventure and tranquility ... a place not easily found nor easily forgotten.
What makes the Chocolate Shoppe so unique is our desire to offer a seasonally decorated, fun place to visit while offering products of the highest quality, beautifully presented, and of amazing taste.
Where better to experience the aura of the old fashion confectionery shop featuring delectable creations such as chocolates, fudge, caramel corn, brittles, caramel apples, specialty popcorn and premium, hand dipped ice cream. Confections are handmade in our Shoppe with several recipes dating back 75 years.
So while enjoying all the activities available in our picturesque town and surrounding area, stop, try a sample, and enjoy the homey atmosphere that is the Chocolate Shoppe.
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The Chocolate Shoppe
134 Everett StNestled at the southern edge of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park lies the quaint town of Bryson City, North Carolina. Surrounded by the majestic beauty of the mountains, it is a place of adventure and tranquility ... a place not easily found nor easily forgotten.
What makes the Chocolate Shoppe so unique is our desire to offer a seasonally decorated, fun place to visit while offering products of the highest quality, beautifully presented, and of amazing taste.
Where better to experience the aura of the old fashion confectionery shop featuring delectable creations such as chocolates, fudge, caramel corn, brittles, caramel apples, specialty popcorn and premium, hand dipped ice cream. Confections are handmade in our Shoppe with several recipes dating back 75 years.
So while enjoying all the activities available in our picturesque town and surrounding area, stop, try a sample, and enjoy the homey atmosphere that is the Chocolate Shoppe.
Naber's Drive In
1245 Main StWe are a family-owned small family cafe that has been serving the heart of Bryson City, North Carolina for many years. We serve a wide variety of classic dishes that will leave you coming back for more! At... More
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Boxcar Cafe and Cones, Inc.
26 Fry StWe are a family-owned small family cafe that has been serving the heart of Bryson City, North Carolina for many years. We serve a wide variety of classic dishes that will leave you coming back for more! At... More
Traditional, family-friendly place offering American & Italian comfort food, including pizza.
https://www.anthonysderailedbrysoncity.com/
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Anthony's Restaurant
15 Depot StTraditional, family-friendly place offering American & Italian comfort food, including pizza.
https://www.anthonysderailedbrysoncity.com/
Parks & Nature
This forest is one of the Nation’s most impressive remnants of old-growth forest. The forest contains magnificent examples of more than 100 tree species, many over 400-years-old, and some more than 20 feet in circumference and 100 feet tall. This 3,800-acre forest was set aside in 1936 as a memorial to the author of the poem “Trees,” Joyce Kilmer, who was killed in action in France during World War I. This forest, part of the Joyce Kilmer-Slick Rock Wilderness, is maintained in its primitive state. The only way to see this forest is on foot. A 2-mile trail leads to the Joyce Kilmer Memorial and loops through giant trees. A restroom and picnic tables are located at the trailhead.
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Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, Cheoah Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest
5410 Joyce Kilmer RdThis forest is one of the Nation’s most impressive remnants of old-growth forest. The forest contains magnificent examples of more than 100 tree species, many over 400-years-old, and some more than 20 feet in circumference and 100 feet tall. This 3,800-acre forest was set aside in 1936 as a memorial to the author of the poem “Trees,” Joyce Kilmer, who was killed in action in France during World War I. This forest, part of the Joyce Kilmer-Slick Rock Wilderness, is maintained in its primitive state. The only way to see this forest is on foot. A 2-mile trail leads to the Joyce Kilmer Memorial and loops through giant trees. A restroom and picnic tables are located at the trailhead.
Nantahala Outdoor Center is a commercial outdoor guide service and retail store located at 13077 Highway 19 West, Bryson City, NC 28713. It opened in 1972 when Payson and Aurelia Kennedy and Horace Holden Sr. took over the old Tote 'N Tarry Motel.
https://noc.com/
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Nantahala Outdoor Center
13077 U.S. Highway 19Nantahala Outdoor Center is a commercial outdoor guide service and retail store located at 13077 Highway 19 West, Bryson City, NC 28713. It opened in 1972 when Payson and Aurelia Kennedy and Horace Holden Sr. took over the old Tote 'N Tarry Motel.
https://noc.com/
Clingmans Dome is a mountain in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina in the southeastern United States. Its name in Cherokee is Kuwahi or ᎫᏩᎯ, meaning "mulberry place."
https://irma.nps.gov/App/Reference/DownloadDigitalFile?code=481510&file=Clingmans_Dome.pdf
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Clingmans Dome
Clingmans Dome is a mountain in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina in the southeastern United States. Its name in Cherokee is Kuwahi or ᎫᏩᎯ, meaning "mulberry place."
https://irma.nps.gov/App/Reference/DownloadDigitalFile?code=481510&file=Clingmans_Dome.pdf
This gorgeous setting in the Nantahala National Forest is a short walk from the highway near Robbinsville and Lake Santeetlah. Reach Yellow Creek Falls via a beautiful short hike through the dense forest and by the cascading creek is about a third of a mile one way. The trail is easy to follow, but there are some uphill sections and roots to navigate. It's also a great swimming hole for all ages in the summer in the chilly, pristine mountain water.
From Robbinsville, drive about 10 miles on US Highway 129 North and look for the parking area on the right. There's room for six or so cars and a sign that you will see AFTER you park.
https://www.romanticasheville.com/yellow-creek-falls
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Yellow Creek Falls
Yellow Creek FallsThis gorgeous setting in the Nantahala National Forest is a short walk from the highway near Robbinsville and Lake Santeetlah. Reach Yellow Creek Falls via a beautiful short hike through the dense forest and by the cascading creek is about a third of a mile one way. The trail is easy to follow, but there are some uphill sections and roots to navigate. It's also a great swimming hole for all ages in the summer in the chilly, pristine mountain water.
From Robbinsville, drive about 10 miles on US Highway 129 North and look for the parking area on the right. There's room for six or so cars and a sign that you will see AFTER you park.
https://www.romanticasheville.com/yellow-creek-falls
Cheoah Point Campground lies on a peninsula of the vast Lake Santeetlah in the hills of western North Carolina. The lake and surrounding landscape provide countless recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.
https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234583?tab=info
Cheoah Point Campground, Cheoah Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest
1373 Thunderbird Mountain RoadCheoah Point Campground lies on a peninsula of the vast Lake Santeetlah in the hills of western North Carolina. The lake and surrounding landscape provide countless recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.
https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234583?tab=info
Cheoah Point Campground lies on a peninsula of the vast Lake Santeetlah in the hills western North Carolina. The lake and surrounding landscape provide countless recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Cheoah Point is situated in a forest of mature hardwoods at an elevation of 1,760 feet. The campground covers steep terrain and campsites overlook the lake. Anglers enjoy fishing for trout, walleye, a variety of bass, bream and crappie and more in the 2,800-acre Lake Santeetlah. Boating, canoeing, jet skiing and swimming are also popular activities on the lake. The campground provides multiple open and wooded campsites that can accommodate up to 10 guests. Several sites provide electric hookups. Tables and campfire rings with grills are provided at each site. Flush toilets, hot showers and drinking water help create a comfortable camping experience.
https://www.visitnc.com/listing/UUhR/cheoah-beach-campgrounds
Cheoah Point Campground, Cheoah Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest
1373 Thunderbird Mountain RoadCheoah Point Campground lies on a peninsula of the vast Lake Santeetlah in the hills western North Carolina. The lake and surrounding landscape provide countless recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Cheoah Point is situated in a forest of mature hardwoods at an elevation of 1,760 feet. The campground covers steep terrain and campsites overlook the lake. Anglers enjoy fishing for trout, walleye, a variety of bass, bream and crappie and more in the 2,800-acre Lake Santeetlah. Boating, canoeing, jet skiing and swimming are also popular activities on the lake. The campground provides multiple open and wooded campsites that can accommodate up to 10 guests. Several sites provide electric hookups. Tables and campfire rings with grills are provided at each site. Flush toilets, hot showers and drinking water help create a comfortable camping experience.
https://www.visitnc.com/listing/UUhR/cheoah-beach-campgrounds
The Cheoah River is rapidly becoming one of the top whitewater runs in the country, thrilling paddlers with fast paced action, blind horizon lines, and big flushy holes. Located west of Santeetlah Lake in Graham County, North Carolina, the Cheoah is a spectacular, challenging and fun whitewater adventure, that provides World Class paddling opportunities.The Cheoah isn’t for the faint of heart, it’s nine plus mile run includes many Class IV / IV+ rapids and lots of residual vegetation that requires a high skill level to negotiate.
There is no other river in the Southeast harder, longer, steeper, or with more big rapids than the Cheoah, making it the darling of the paddling community and an excellent choice for someone seeking an exhilarating rafting challenge.
https://grahamcountytravel.com/businesses/the-cheoah-river/
Cheoah River
The Cheoah River is rapidly becoming one of the top whitewater runs in the country, thrilling paddlers with fast paced action, blind horizon lines, and big flushy holes. Located west of Santeetlah Lake in Graham County, North Carolina, the Cheoah is a spectacular, challenging and fun whitewater adventure, that provides World Class paddling opportunities.The Cheoah isn’t for the faint of heart, it’s nine plus mile run includes many Class IV / IV+ rapids and lots of residual vegetation that requires a high skill level to negotiate.
There is no other river in the Southeast harder, longer, steeper, or with more big rapids than the Cheoah, making it the darling of the paddling community and an excellent choice for someone seeking an exhilarating rafting challenge.
https://grahamcountytravel.com/businesses/the-cheoah-river/
The Marina
If you’re looking for fun on the water and priceless views, head down to our Marina. The Marina maintains a full fleet of watercraft rentals and the toys to go with them. Earn your own Big Fish story when you try your hand at Fontana lake fishing.
Come to the Fontana Village Resort to rent all the watercraft and equipment you need to get out on the water. At the Fontana Marina, rental choices include pontoon boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddle boards.
Catch your limit on one of the Appalachian’s most beautiful mountain lakes and get there on one of the amazing Fontana lake rentals for a day.
Pontoon Boat Shuttle Services are available for hikers and trout fishermen wanting to explore Eagle Creek, Hazel Creek, or any of the North Shore of the Fontana Lake. Get out on the Southern Boundary of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park with easy access to the mountains or just a short trip back to luxury of the Fontana Village Resort. Pick-up and drop-off services are available.
https://fontanavillage.com/specials-promotions/
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Fontana Village Resort & Marina
300 Woods RdThe Marina
If you’re looking for fun on the water and priceless views, head down to our Marina. The Marina maintains a full fleet of watercraft rentals and the toys to go with them. Earn your own Big Fish story when you try your hand at Fontana lake fishing.
Come to the Fontana Village Resort to rent all the watercraft and equipment you need to get out on the water. At the Fontana Marina, rental choices include pontoon boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddle boards.
Catch your limit on one of the Appalachian’s most beautiful mountain lakes and get there on one of the amazing Fontana lake rentals for a day.
Pontoon Boat Shuttle Services are available for hikers and trout fishermen wanting to explore Eagle Creek, Hazel Creek, or any of the North Shore of the Fontana Lake. Get out on the Southern Boundary of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park with easy access to the mountains or just a short trip back to luxury of the Fontana Village Resort. Pick-up and drop-off services are available.
https://fontanavillage.com/specials-promotions/
Fontana Dam is one name for a town in Graham County, though many know it as Fontana Village. But, of course, the name “Fontana Dam” is largely attributed to the tallest dam east of the Rockies.
The Appalachian Trail runs through the dam, and because it’s also a short drive from Bryson City, we think it’s fair to say that Fontana Dam is a popular place to visit in North Carolina.
https://www.nctripping.com/fontana-dam/
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g49140-Fontana_Dam_North_Carolina-Vacations.html
Fontana Dam Road
Fontana Dam RoadFontana Dam is one name for a town in Graham County, though many know it as Fontana Village. But, of course, the name “Fontana Dam” is largely attributed to the tallest dam east of the Rockies.
The Appalachian Trail runs through the dam, and because it’s also a short drive from Bryson City, we think it’s fair to say that Fontana Dam is a popular place to visit in North Carolina.
https://www.nctripping.com/fontana-dam/
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g49140-Fontana_Dam_North_Carolina-Vacations.html
Lake Santeetlah has a wide variety of fish. The most popular being smallmouth bass, largemouth bass and walleye. Until recently Lake Santeetlah was home to the state record largemouth and walleye. Lake Santeetlah also has a good population of crappie, bream and lake trout.
https://santeetlahmarina.com
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Lake Santeetlah
Lake Santeetlah has a wide variety of fish. The most popular being smallmouth bass, largemouth bass and walleye. Until recently Lake Santeetlah was home to the state record largemouth and walleye. Lake Santeetlah also has a good population of crappie, bream and lake trout.
https://santeetlahmarina.com
Arts & Culture
historic school now home to arts and crafts gallery, mountain music. Local artist and a great playground for the kids.
https://www.stecoahvalleycenter.com/
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Stecoah Valley Center
121 School House Rdhistoric school now home to arts and crafts gallery, mountain music. Local artist and a great playground for the kids.
https://www.stecoahvalleycenter.com/
The Courtyard of the Cherokee is an outdoor exhibit representing the seven clans and history of the Snowbird Cherokee through interpretive exhibit panels, native plantings and original artwork made by members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians authentically reflecting the arts, history and culture of the Cherokee.
https://courtyardofthecherokee.com/

121 Stecoah Rd
121 Stecoah RoadThe Courtyard of the Cherokee is an outdoor exhibit representing the seven clans and history of the Snowbird Cherokee through interpretive exhibit panels, native plantings and original artwork made by members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians authentically reflecting the arts, history and culture of the Cherokee.
https://courtyardofthecherokee.com/

Nantahala School for the Arts offers foundations, intermediate, and advanced art classes emphasizing Appalachian art an culture.
https://m.facebook.com/scc.nsa/
60 Almond School Rd
60 Almond School Road
Nantahala School for the Arts offers foundations, intermediate, and advanced art classes emphasizing Appalachian art an culture.
https://m.facebook.com/scc.nsa/
Through exhibits and videos you’ll learn about legendary "Stream Blazers," the evolution of rods and reels, basic knots, fly-tying, types of gear, types of gamefish, regional fishing waters, and the history of fly fishing in the Southeast.
Once considered a sport only for the wealthy, today fly fishing is one of the hottest trends in outdoor activities for both men and women. Whether you are a long-time fly fisherman, or have only attempted or never tried fly fishing, you will find something to enjoy and to learn from in the museum.
The rustic interior reinforces the outdoors theme of the museum. An entire tobacco barn was dismantled in Surry County, North Carolina. The entire barn and many additional loads of barn wood were used to make exhibit cases, partitions, benches and other furnishings.
There's even more Museum to enjoy when you visit the Appalachian Rivers Aquarium on the banks of the Tuckasegee River in downtown Bryson City. And 7 satellite exhibits across North Carolina.
Adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Bryson City is 1 hour west of Asheville, 2 hours from Knoxville, Greenville/Spartanburg & Chattanooga, and 3 hours from Charlotte, Winston-Salem and Atlanta.
https://flyfishingmuseum.org/
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Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians
117 Main StThrough exhibits and videos you’ll learn about legendary "Stream Blazers," the evolution of rods and reels, basic knots, fly-tying, types of gear, types of gamefish, regional fishing waters, and the history of fly fishing in the Southeast.
Once considered a sport only for the wealthy, today fly fishing is one of the hottest trends in outdoor activities for both men and women. Whether you are a long-time fly fisherman, or have only attempted or never tried fly fishing, you will find something to enjoy and to learn from in the museum.
The rustic interior reinforces the outdoors theme of the museum. An entire tobacco barn was dismantled in Surry County, North Carolina. The entire barn and many additional loads of barn wood were used to make exhibit cases, partitions, benches and other furnishings.
There's even more Museum to enjoy when you visit the Appalachian Rivers Aquarium on the banks of the Tuckasegee River in downtown Bryson City. And 7 satellite exhibits across North Carolina.
Adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Bryson City is 1 hour west of Asheville, 2 hours from Knoxville, Greenville/Spartanburg & Chattanooga, and 3 hours from Charlotte, Winston-Salem and Atlanta.
https://flyfishingmuseum.org/