Free & Cheap Things to Do in Cherokee, NC

  • The list below includes 120 free or cheap things to do in or near Cherokee, North Carolina, including 92 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Horseback Riding, Tubing and Historic Sites.
  • From Mingo Falls to Oconaluftee Islands Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Cherokee and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Gatlinburg, Bryson City, Franklin and Waynesville.
  • The list below includes 120 free or cheap things to do in or near Cherokee, North Carolina, including 92 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Horseback Riding, Tubing and Historic Sites.
  • From Mingo Falls to Oconaluftee Islands Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Cherokee and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Gatlinburg, Bryson City, Franklin and Waynesville.
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9.3 Miles
96% 171 votes
Hiking Trails MP 451 Blue Ridge Parkway, Maggie Valley, NC MoreLess Info
Maggie Valley has many beautiful hiking locations, and Waterrock Knob is among the most beautiful. The Knob is perched at the apex of a 1.2-mile walking trail, and offers unparalleled views of the entire Maggie Valley.
9.9 Miles
- 0 votes
Fishing 17 Ela Heights, Bryson City, NC 28713 MoreLess Info
A fly fishing outfitter and guide service, Fly Fishing the Smokies offers daily guided fly fishing trips out of multiple locations, including Bryson City. The service offers an array of summer specials.
11.6 Miles
95% 1856 votes
Scenic Drives TN MoreLess Info
Clingmans Dome is the highest peak in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Visitors of this site who choose to go hiking will have the opportunity to take in scenic views and spot wildlife in the area.
12.6 Miles
98% 62 votes
Arts & Crafts Classes 80 Hwy 28 South, Bryson City, NC 28713 MoreLess Info
Featuring the work of a local clay artist, handmade ceramic pieces are sold at Pincu Pottery. Classes are also available to aid students interested in learning or perfecting the art of ceramics.
12.7 Miles
93% 258 votes
Waterfalls Maggie Valley, NC MoreLess Info
A double waterfall featured on the Cherokee Nation, Soco Falls is close to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Easily accessed from Highway 19, the falls are located at the end of a five-minute walk down a maintained trail.
13.3 Miles
86% 36 votes
Mini Golf 3659 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751 MoreLess Info
Featuring a course filled with waterfalls, lighthouses, and scenic views, Fantasy Golf & Gameroom is a mini-golf facility with 18-holes available to play on. A game arcade is also available, featuring games like air hockey, racing simulators, and jackpot games.
13.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Camping Site 27 Calebs Way, Maggie Valley, NC 28751 MoreLess Info
Cozy Creek Cabin is a two bed, two bath cabin with a modern interior that sits on 1.5 acres. The cabin is at a 4,300 ft elevation in the mountains and a creek runs through the property.
13.4 Miles
93% 29 votes
Music Venue 3605 Soco Road, Maggie Valley, NC 28751 MoreLess Info
Bluegrass, country and 'mountain music' reign at the Maggie Valley Opry House in Maggie Valley, North Carolina. This historic performance space has hosted many of the world's finest country and folk musicians.
13.9 Miles
98% 1020 votes
Specialty Museums 62 Vintage Lane, Maggie Valley, NC MoreLess Info
Motorcycle buffs enjoy visiting the Wheels Through Time Transportation Museum in Maggie Valley, North Carolina. The museum is dedicated to vintage motorcycles, accessories and paraphenalia. There are over 300 motorcycles in the institution's permanent collection.
14.9 Miles
- 5 votes
Children's Play Area 228-B Muse Business Park, Waynesville, NC MoreLess Info
Smoky Mountain Jumphouse is an inflatable play center filled with several inflatable bouncers' for children to jump and play on. Smoky Mountain also features an 18 foot slide and an inflatable obstacle course.
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