チェロキー郡のおすすめウォーキング＆ハイキングルート

short one mile hike to a marvelous vista, at night great for star watching

The hike up isn't the most exciting as is just an old gravel road. However, your efforts will be richly rewarded with panoramic views once you reach the summit.

The Murphy Riverwalk follows the paths of the Hiwassee and Valley Rivers. It is recognized as a walking and paddle path as the river are part of a canoe trail. Along the walk you'll find a number of information posts informing you about the local history, flora, fauna, and legends.

Bartram Falls Trail is a steep hike up that follows Ledbetter Creek; just a few minutes walking up the trail you arrive at a small cascade along the creek, a refreshing start to the hike up to Bartram Falls.

This waterfall is beautiful and fully surrounded by trees, however there is not much of a pool to swim but it’s still worth the hike just to enjoy the nature. The trail passes by creeks, rock walls, rhododendron tunnels and wildflowers.

Nantahala River crosses the National Forest of the same name, joining the Little Tennessee River and Fontana Lake. The word Nantahala comes from the Cherokee people and means "Land of the Noonday Sun". This is a good river for rafting, you can find more information of activities in the river at Nantahala Outdoor Center.

From here there is a good connection to Franklin, about 18 km. The city has everything an AT hiker needs hotels, restaurants, shopping, laundromat, outdoor shop and above all the "Lazy Hiker" brewery.

Visit this gorgeous bald any time of year for complete 360 views of southeastern Tennessee and southwestern North Carolina. This hike is suitable for most anyone so bring the kids and bring the dog (and a leash!) and enjoy the solitude of the mountains.