- TripBuzz found 92 things to do with kids in or near Franklin, North Carolina, including 77 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bryson City, Cherokee, Highlands and Sylva.
- From Fun Factory Franklin to Turning Stones Fly Fishing, LLC Day Tours, the Franklin area offers 83 different types of family activities, including: Specialty Museums, Fishing, Bowling and Family Fun Center.
- Situated in the Nantahala Forest, Franklin, NC is an official Appalachian Trail destination. Known locally as 'The Gem Capital of the World,' there are many precious stones to be found in the Franklin region and visitors can discover the potential with many gem mining services. Along with gem mining, many visitors come to Franklin for the hiking and views of its many waterfalls.
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36.7 Miles
Located in the Pisgah National Forest, the Art Loeb Trail in Brevard, North Carolina is a popular 30.1 mile pathway that follows a number of long peaks. Descending down Cold Mountain, the trail ends at the Daniel Boone Scout Camp.
36.7 Miles
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315 Shoals Falls Road, Hendersonville, NC 28379
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Guests looking for guided mountain biking experiences will find The Bike Farm - Private Day Tours a comprehensive resource for half, full, or multi-day trips. They will happily assist with other details such as concierge services, transportation, coaching and more.
36.8 Miles
88%
590 votes
10018 Campground Drive, Townsend, TN 37882
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The only authorized stables in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Cades Cove Riding Stables, is your best choice for horseback riding fun. Guests can enjoy the magnificent splendor of the park on guided horseback, carriage, or hay rides.
36.8 Miles
92%
499 votes
1 Cades Cove Loop Road, Townsend, TN 37882
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Your first stop when traveling to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, should be a visit to Cades Cove Visitor Center. From here, you can plan your trip into the most popular area of the park, see a Ranger-led program, see the historic Grist mill, and more.
37.0 Miles
Visitors can interact with alpacas and learn about how they are raised at Lasso the Moon Alpaca Farm. The gift shop features a variety of products made from their own alpacas.
37.1 Miles
Considered to be the most popular zipline adventure in the area, Gatlinburg Ziplines offers a nine zipline course. Reservations are preferred but walk-ins are welcome for the guided adventures through the trees.
37.1 Miles
88%
302 votes
404 Historic Nature Trail, Gatlinburg, TN
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Haunted Ghost Tours of Gatlinburg shows visitors the history of early settlers, loggers, and famous pioneers unlike any way they've been shown before with opportunities like meeting characters face-to-face in the cemetery.
37.1 Miles
Unicoi State Park offers hiking, mountain biking, canoeing, and swimming. Visitors can attend festivals and craft fairs, camp onsite, go geocaching, rent a paddle boat, and take part in ranger programs.
37.2 Miles
Unicoi State Park is home to a wide range of hiking trails which include a lake loop, a trek to Anna Ruby Falls and a rugged track for bikers. Visitors can also enjoy swimming and canoeing at the lake.
37.2 Miles
84%
58 votes
4381 Town Creek School Rd, Blairsville, GA
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Model train enthusiasts make it a point to visit the Misty Mountain Model Railroad in Blairsville, Georgia. This gigantic O-scale layout is the largest private specimen in the United States. The model is located adjacent to the historic Misty Mountain Railroad Depot.