Things to do in Dillsboro
Cherokee Historical Association
Producer of "Unto These Hills", an outdoor drama portraying the history of the Cherokee Indians, and Oconaluftee Indian Village, replica of a Cherokee community of the 1750's. Cast of 120 people presents the drama in mtnside theatre; Cherokee guides escort visitors through Oconaluftee Village. Call (828) 497-2111 for more information.
Cowee Mt. Ruby Mine
Located 4 miles north of Franklin at the foot of Cowee Mountain just off Highway 441,, Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine is open 7 days a week from 9:00 a.m. until "The Last Person Leaves" from March 1st to December 15th. Two covered flumes allow you to mine rain or shine. Mining instructions for the novice on premises. Free Admission. Refreshing picnic area by shade trees & running brook. Cold drinks and snacks are available in the gem shop. Call (828) 349.5411 for more information.
6771 Sylva Road, Dillsboro, NC
Dillsboro River Company
Our Tuckaseegee River offers fun rapids for the whole family! Rentals and guided trips. Rafts, inflatable kayaks and sit-on-top kayaks. Call (800) 586-3797 for more information.
Smoky Mountains Railway
With the romance and mystique of an era gone by, guests on board the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad will enjoy scenic train journeys across fertile valleys, through tunnels and across river gorges in a spectacular region called the Great Smoky Mountains. This section of western North Carolina offers a wide array of ever changing vegetation and fantastic landscapes. Call (800) 872-4681 for more information.
Waterrock Knob
Of all the trails located on the "Blue Ridge Parkway", the Waterrock Knob Trail attains the highest elevation. This is one of the first trails you will come to on the Blue Ridge Parkway after leaving the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.