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Things to do in Cherokee, North Carolina (NC): The Best Outdoor Activities
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.
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1. Smokemont Riding Stables
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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. End of the Trail Horseback Riding
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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.
3. Rivers Edge Outfitters
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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!
4. Smoky Mountain Tube & Raft
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4.5 based on 72 reviews
Cherokee's and western North Carolina's number one tube and raft trip with over 200 tubes in stock, which means no waiting! We have tube and raft trips designed for everyone of every age. A great experience to see the Smokies from a unique point of view. Always cool and refreshing during the summer heat, a relaxing float down the Oconoluftee River is a welcome departure from the crowds of the reservations busy summer months. A Cherokee favorite for over 20 years! AGES 5 AND UP.
5. Cherokee Rapids Tube & Kayak Rentals
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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. Oconaluftee River Trail
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4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By PaleoGypsy - Philadelphia, United States
This trail is 1.5 miles in length, flat, and offers a variety of things to see. There are historical buildings with interpretive signage, a beautiful river, gorgeous trees, elk, bears, and more. On the day of our visit, we got to see the elk. There were around ten of them. Most of them were females. Keep in mind that elk are wildlife creatures. Avoid getting too close to them because they may charge at you and kill you. The trail is shaded. Bathrooms are located next to the Visitor’s Center. The parking lot, on some days, fills up fast. The rangers and staff are helpful. Overall, this is a great stop.
7. Cherokee Bear Zoo and Exotic Animals
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4.0 based on 233 reviews
Reviewed By Cinderella7568
This is our second time at the Bear zoo , the first time we got to bottle feed little coconut the Bear baby and I instantly fell in love with them babies , the Bears are very well taken care of and they are very well fed. 6$ per person admission, children 3 and under are free and you can buy a tray of food for 1$ to feed the Bears ,the tray has different things like apples,lettuce, bread on there ,alot of food for 1$ .great experience for kids and Adults .I would definitely recommend this place
8. Motion Makers Bicycle Shop
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
