- Our list of the best things to do in Murphy, North Carolina, features the top 77 nearby activities — including 48 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Murphy, NC has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Water Activities, Sights & Landmarks, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 14 things to do within the city of Murphy, NC , followed by 63 popular activities in nearby cities, including Blue Ridge, Blairsville, Hiawassee, Ducktown, Hayesville, Tellico Plains, Cherokee, Young Harris, Copperhill and Clayton
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Featuring five lighted softball fields and four soccer fields, Athens Regional Park is a suitable location for a group sporting event. The location also contains a concession building and two duck ponds.
40.5 Miles
73%
1858 votes
226 Everett Street, Bryson City, NC 28713
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Train enthusiasts love the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, a 'living museum' of functioning passenger trains from a bygone era. Visitors may choose from a variety of fun ride packages, and families with children should not miss their chance to ride the 'Polar Express.'
40.5 Miles
A fun activity for all ages, everyone is welcome to try gem hunting at the Nantahala Gorge Ruby Mine. An educated and knowledgeable staff will further assist with stone identification as well as cutting, cleaning and shining any discovered treasure.
40.5 Miles
Designed for use by all types of outdoorsmen, Tsali Recreation Area provides several trails for horseback riding, bike riding, walking or hiking. With beautiful views, this picturesque park further offers a boat ramp and camping grounds for added enjoyment.
40.6 Miles
Open year round, Dahlonega's Sunny Farms North is an equestrian facility that offers self-guided trail rides through the woods. The farm welcomes individual riders and groups, and also offers horse boarding and sales.
40.6 Miles
In operation since 1980, the Smoky Mountain Community Theater is a not for profit, volunteer driven theater organization. The theater presents a seasonally changing slate of dramatic productions each year.
40.7 Miles
85%
150 votes
41 Cherokee Mine Road, Franklin, NC 28734
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Franklin, North Carolina's Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine is a working gem and mineral mine. Customers experience the thrill of finding uncut stones from native soil. The mine does not stock its soil with lab-created stones or gems from other locations.
40.7 Miles
97%
67 votes
226 Everett Street, Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Depot, Bryson City, NC 28713
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Wildwater Nantahala Raft & Rail - Private Trips offers opportunities for inexperienced and experienced rafters to spend all day on the water in a new, fun, and adrenaline pumping environment.
40.8 Miles
PaddleFish Kayaking is a tour company that takes guests on a variety of kayaking trips on scenic Fontana Lake for both half and full days. The company also leads multi-day backpacking and kayaking trips.
40.8 Miles
The over 21 crowd will enjoy a visit to Nantahala Brewing Company in Bryson City. Along with a taproom where their distinct beers can be tasted, special events such as musical concerts are often hosted at this venue.