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76 places in Haywood County, NC

Cataloochee Valley Overlook

Cataloochee Valley Overlook

Waynesville, North Carolina

Steep drive with scenic views of the Smoky Mountains and a chance to observe elk.

Waterrock Knob Visitor Center

Waterrock Knob Visitor Center

Sylva, North Carolina

Visitors say this destination offers beautiful, spectacular views of the mountains and is a great spot for sunrises and sunsets. They also highlight the well-stocked gift shop wit…

Soco Falls

Soco Falls

Maggie Valley, North Carolina

Two waterfalls merge in a picturesque setting with a primitive overlook, reachable by a short trail.

Fryingpan Mountain Lookout Tower

Fryingpan Mountain Lookout Tower

Canton, North Carolina

Former fire-observation tower at the end of a hilly 0.6-mile trail, offering skyline views and a gravel path.

Santa's Land Fun Park & Zoo

Santa's Land Fun Park & Zoo

Cherokee, North Carolina

Seasonal fun park with rides, a gift shop & a zoo, plus paddle boating on a lake.

Oconaluftee Island Park

Oconaluftee Island Park

Cherokee, North Carolina

Picturesque park with a bamboo forest, a river for swimming, picnic areas & a sand volleyball court.

The North Carolina Arboretum

The North Carolina Arboretum

Asheville, North Carolina

Arboretum in a forest with mountain views, gardens & a bonsai exhibit, plus hiking & biking paths.

Biltmore

Biltmore

Asheville, North Carolina

George W. Vanderbilt’s iconic French Renaissance château features 250 rooms, lavish gardens & tours.

CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains - Zipline Tour

CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains - Zipline Tour

Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Guided mountain-top zipline tour featuring sky stairs and ATV rides up winding trails to the launch points.

Asheville Ghost Tours: Oldest & Original

Asheville Ghost Tours: Oldest & Original

Asheville, North Carolina

Haunted walking tour of the city featuring ghost stories and historical facts about Asheville.

Western North Carolina Nature Center

Western North Carolina Nature Center

Asheville, North Carolina

A zoo exploring flora & fauna of the Southern Appalachian region, with more than 60 animal species.

Foxfire Adventure Park

Foxfire Adventure Park

Sevierville, Tennessee

150-acre adventure park boasting zip lines, amphibious rides, ropes courses & a suspension bridge.

Salt & Pepper Shaker Museum

Salt & Pepper Shaker Museum

Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Quirky museum featuring salt & pepper shakers from various eras made from a range of materials.

Anakeesta

Anakeesta

Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Big outdoor adventure hub offering zip lining, gondola rides, a treetop play area & other fun.

Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons.

SkyCenter

SkyCenter

Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Mountain-top destination for panoramic views of the cityscape, with a suspension bridge, a glass-bottom bridge and a chairlift.

SkyTrail

SkyTrail

Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Amusement attraction offering sky lift rides to a mountaintop park featuring a suspension bridge.

Forbidden Caverns

Forbidden Caverns

Sevierville, Tennessee

Guides & trails lead visitors on an educational tour of this underground river & cave formations.

Legacy Mountain Ziplines

Legacy Mountain Ziplines

Sevierville, Tennessee

Adventure park featuring 7 zip-line tours on 400 acres with stunning Smoky Mountain views.

Parrot Mountain and Gardens

Parrot Mountain and Gardens

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Peaceful Bible-inspired garden & parrot preserve offering chances to interact with rare birds.

Dollywood

Dollywood

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Owned by Dolly Parton, this theme park has waterslides, rides & a number of live music shows.

The Great Escape Room Pigeon Forge

The Great Escape Room Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Challenging escape room center featuring the Bunker Room, Escape Artist and Houdini escape rooms.

Toy Box Mini Golf

Toy Box Mini Golf

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Fun golf course featuring oversize, toy-themed obstacles over 18 holes, plus a candy shop.

Smoky Mountain Ziplines

Smoky Mountain Ziplines

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Adventure park featuring multiple zip line tours & an advanced level for experienced riders.

Patriot Park

Patriot Park

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Riverside park dedicated to veterans, with a gazebo, walking trail, monuments & community events.

Old Forge Distillery

Old Forge Distillery

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Boutique distillery offering flavored spirits, tastings & a gift shop in an old farm supply store.

SpeedZone Fun Park

SpeedZone Fun Park

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Speedy go-karts race around twisty roadways & a tall wooden track at this family fun park.

Caesar's Head Overlook

Caesar's Head Overlook

Cleveland, South Carolina

Scenic overlook (free) for admiring Table Rock and other Appalachian Mountain Range peaks.

J&R AMUSEMENTS, LLC

J&R AMUSEMENTS, LLC

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Thrill rides, go-karts & mini-golf join kid-friendly draws & an arcade at this amusement park.

Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo

Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Exotic Petting Zoo

Sevierville, Tennessee

Horse & pony trail rides, wildlife viewing & petting zoo on a 143-acre foothills farm.

Xtreme Racing Center of Pigeon Forge

Xtreme Racing Center of Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Complex with a 3,500-ft. go-kart track with high-speed karts, plus a large arcade.

Crave Golf Club

Crave Golf Club

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Family-friendly attraction with candy-themed indoor & outdoor mini-golf, plus escape rooms & snacks.

Fast Tracks

Fast Tracks

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

This fun-park features multiple go-kart tracks, a video arcade, carnival games & thrill rides.

Pigeon Forge Gem Mine

Pigeon Forge Gem Mine

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Mining for gems, fossils & stones is the highlight at this interactive tourist destination.

Rockin' Raceway Arcade

Rockin' Raceway Arcade

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Speedy go-kart racetrack with hairpin turns & a retro-themed, neon-lit arcade with 150 games.

Jurassic Jungle Boat Ride

Jurassic Jungle Boat Ride

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Indoor boat adventure through a 700,000-sq.-ft. animatronic dinosaur park, open year round.

The Escape Game Pigeon Forge

The Escape Game Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Challenging escape room center with 5 themed rooms.

The Island in Pigeon Forge

The Island in Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Playful destination featuring unique shops, casual restaurants & amusement rides, plus a hotel.

Alcatraz East Crime Museum

Alcatraz East Crime Museum

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Museum displaying exhibits on American crimes, from the Old West to modern serial killers.

Great Smoky Mountain Murder Mystery Dinner Show

Great Smoky Mountain Murder Mystery Dinner Show

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Themed theater performances presented together with a set dinner of American comfort food.

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