Robbinsville, North Carolina
Robbinsville, North Carolina is a must-visit for anyone looking to explore the outdoors. Top attractions include the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, the Great Smoky Mountains, and the Nantahala National Forest. The Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest is a great place to explore nature, offering beautiful views and plenty of trails to explore. The Great Smoky Mountains is another popular attraction, offering a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and camping. The Nantahala National Forest is a great spot for outdoor adventurers, offering plenty of trails, stunning views, and plenty of wildlife. Whether you're looking for a peaceful walk in nature or an adrenaline-filled adventure, Robbinsville, North Carolina has something for everyone.
Top Spots in and near Robbinsville
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Tellico Plains, Tennessee
Hike to Conasauga Falls
4.51.5 mi / 400 ft gainGetting to the trailhead can be a challenge if there has been any heavy precipitation or icy conditions due to the fact the last two miles are one mile of broken pavement and the last mile a dirt road. You should be fine in good conditions in any car; however, just make sure to take it easy on th...Read more -
U.S. 441, Tennessee
Photograph the Smokies from Morton Overlook
4.3The Morton Overlook is one of the Great Smoky Mountains National Parks most well known and visited overlooks. Morton offers a wide view of the Great Smoky Mountains and is a perfect spot for some really good photography opportunities. Coming from Gatlinburg, TN it is roughly 13 miles from the vis...Read more -
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Mount LeConte-Cliff Tops via Rainbow Falls Trail
4.513.37 mi / 3993 ft gainBegin at the Rainbow Falls trail parking lot. This is very popular area especially in the summer. If the parking area at the trail head is full there is additional parking located just past the main lot. From here the Rainbow Falls trail is just under 14 miles to the summit of Mount Leconte. Elev...Read more -
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Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
5.05.83 miThis 6 mile drive is a great way to spend a scenic day in the Smokies. The road is open to cars only (no trucks or RVs) and runs one-way. There are no visitors centers after you head out, so be sure to bring everything you need along. The drive begins at the historic Ogle farmstead, which is als...Read more -
Blairsville, Georgia
Nottely Reservoir Trail
2.53 mi / 335 ft gainNottely Reservoir Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Blairsville, Georgia.Read more -
Arkaquah Trail, Georgia
Hike the Arkaquah Trail to Brasstown Bald
11 mi / 3756 ft gainThe Arkaquah Trail is unique as far as North Georgia trails go for any reasons. Its elevation gain and distance puts it near the top for most challenging day hikes in the Blue Ridge Mountains. If the 11 miles round-trip sounds a bit daunting, this hike can also be done as a 5.5 mile point-to-po...Read more -
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Twin Creeks Trail
4.04.54 mi / 879 ft gainTwin Creeks Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Gatlinburg, Tennessee.Read more -
Clayton, Georgia
Camp at Tallulah River Campground
Tallulah River Campground is located in the Chattahoochee-Oconee national forest. It is just outside of Clayton, Georgia. The campground has about 15 spots that are big enough for a small to medium sized RV. Each camping spot also has a nice tent pad for a big tent. Most spots are also on the riv...Read more -
Bryson City, North Carolina
Charlies Bunion via Kephart Loop
14.14 mi / 3671 ft gainCharlies Bunion via Kephart Loop is a loop trail located near Cherokee, North Carolina. This is a longer version of the Charlies Bunion hike starting from the Newfound Gap parking lot. The added benefit of this longer loop is the opportunity to see more of the Great Smokey Mountains! You'll pass ...Read more -
Bryson City, North Carolina
Kephart Prong Trail, Great Smoky Mountains NP
5.03.92 mi / 850 ft gainKephart Prong is a pretty easy hike in close proximity to the Visitor Center on the North Carolina Side of GSMNP. 2 miles up the trail, you'll arrive at Kephart Shelter, where you can rest and enjoy vies of the Kephart Prong. Once you've had your fill, head back down the way you came. During th...Read more -
Cherokee, North Carolina
Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway from the Southern Terminus
5.0The pinpoint for this particular entrance starts just outside of Cherokee, North Carolina, following the Parkway North. They say the Blue Ridge Parkway is more than just a road, it's a beautiful journey. Start this journey and you will quickly find this to be true. This 469 mile gateway connects...Read more -
Blairsville, Georgia
Hike to the Brasstown Bald Peak
4.31.42 mi / 430 ft gainOnce you make it to the parking area (parking fee required) to Brasstown Bald you will be at about 4284 feet elevation. From there you will have a short (0.6 mile) but steep hike to the tower that sits atop Brasstown Bald. Along the path you will see Rhododendron and various other blooms dependi...Read more -
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Grotto Falls Trail
5.01.83 mi / 585 ft gainThis is an intermediate hike along Trillium Gap Trail. There are four stream crossings on your way to the falls as you hike through an idyll, often wildflower-sprinkled landscape. Late spring is best for catching blooms. Once at the waterfall, you can walk behind the cascade of water. This is a ...Read more -
Farner, Tennessee
Turtletown Falls Trail
3.45 mi / 377 ft gainTurtletown Falls Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Farner, Tennessee.Read more -
Cherokee, North Carolina
Mingo Falls
4.20.22 mi / 148 ft gainAlthough it is not much of a hike at just 0.3 miles, it is accessible to people of all fitness levels. A climb up a series of stairs leads you to a trail overlooking Mingo creek. You will then find a 20 foot wide bridge which serves as the viewing platform of the falls. If you care to advent...Read more -
Highlands, North Carolina
Explore Cullasaja Falls
5.00.3 mi / 200 ft gainThis is an awesome waterfall that offers views from several different spots along the road as well as a quick hike down to the base! The small pull-off area is located towards the top of the falls. There isn't much space (3 maybe 4 cars at a time), but there are additional pull-off areas further ...Read more
