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Welcome, we hope you find this
information useful and helpful. Please note that although we have
tried to provide the most accurate information possible, certain errors may
exist. Telephone numbers, internet links, addresses and other
information may change without a notice. This has been prepared for
your convenience only and we do not necessarily endorse or make any
recommendations herewith. We simply hope to make your stay at the Log
Cabin in the Clouds the most enjoyable it can be! |
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AMUSEMENT PARK |
| Lake Winnepesaukah, or Lake Winnie, was rated a
Top 10 family park by Travel and Leisure. Located in Chattanooga, TN.
http://www.lakewinnie.com |
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APPALACHIAN TRAIL |
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The trail travels 2096 miles from Amicalola Falls, Georgia to Maine
covering 14 states with it crossing Highway 19/129 south of Blairsville
on Blood Mountain (elevation 4461 ft.). There are day trips available
here. The trail also is accessible at Wesser Creek in the Nantahala
Gorge, near the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC). |
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APPLES |
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Apples are in season from late August through
late October. You can buy them from the Flea Market (in Murphy) or from
the orchards. Stalcup Orchards in Murphy on Little Brasstown Road.
Mercer’s Orchard just south of Copperhill or on Hwy. 5, Panorama
Orchards in Ellijay on Hwy. 76. |
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BICYCLING |
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Bikes can be rented from Carolina Tours
through the Nantahala Outdoor Center. Call 800-232-7238. |
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BILTMORE ESTATE |
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This Asheville, NC 250-room mansion has a
museum, winery, and gardens. Open 7 days a week except Thanksgiving and
Christmas. Hours and admission prices change with the seasons. Call
1-800-543-2961 for hours, rates, and special events. The Biltmore Estate
is beautifully decorated for Christmas after Thanksgiving Day. Allow 4
to 6 hours to tour.
http://www.biltmore.com |
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BOAT RENTAL |
You can rent fishing boats or pontoon boats
at Hiawassee Hideaway for half or full day. Call for rates and
availability.
Directions:
To Murphy, left at McDonald’s to first light. Turn left and follow to
Joe Brown Highway, past rock quarry and bridge. Follow signs to
Hiawassee Hideaway Marina. Call 828-837-5049.
Nottely Marina – Blairsville. Located on Hwy. 19/129 3 miles north of
Blairsville. Pontoon and fishing boats. Call 706-745-3638. http://www.nottely.com
Mountainview Marina is located on the north end of Lake Hiawassee
through Bear Paw subdivision. Covered slips, pontoon boat, ski boat, and
fishing boat rentals, jet-wet rentals, fishing rods, knee boards, and
skis. Call 828-644-5451 for rates and availability.
Boat rentals available at Cozy Cove on Lake Nottely toward Blairsville.
Call 706-745-2468 for rates and availability. http://www.cozycoverealty.com
Lake Blue Ridge Marina – Call 706-632-2618.
http://www.theblueridgehighlander.com/lake_blue_ridge_marina
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BOWLING |
Cherokee Lanes in Murphy has 16 lanes. On
Hwy. 64. Call 828-837-8075.
Blairsville has lanes on Hwy 76 East about 2 miles on right. Call
706-745-4444. |
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BRASSTOWN BALD |
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The highest point in Georgia at 4784 feet. On
clear days, a 360 degree view of three states (Georgia, Tennessee and
North Carolina) from the lookout tower on top. Approximately 35 miles.
Follow Hwy. 19/129 south of Blairsville to Rt. 180. Turn left and follow
Rt. 180 to Brasstown Bald. Drive to parking area almost to top. Parking
lot is ½ mile from top. Walk is fairly steep but paved to top. A shuttle
(small fee) is available spring, summer and fall. Call 706-896-2556 or
800-858-8027.
http://ngeorgia.com/travel/brasstown.html |
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CABBAGE PATCH KIDS |
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Babyland
General Hospital is located in Cleveland, GA about an hour and fifteen
minute drive. Free tours of the hospital and watch a cabbage patch kid
being born. Open year round. Combine this trip with one to Helen, GA.
Call 706-865-2171.
http://www.cabbagepatchkids.com/ |
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CADES COVE |
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In Tennessee just west of Gatlinburg. Go to
Maryville, TN and then east on Hwy. 321. Cades Cove is an early
settlement in a valley cove. Hiking, log cabins, and a national park in
the area. In the early morning or around dusk, hundreds of deer come out
of the woods. Also, bear, skunk and raccoon are often seen. See the
drama Christy, visit Tuckaleechee Caverns and stop by Apple Valley Farms
Gift Store.
http://www.cadescove.net/ |
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CHATTOOGA RIVER |
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World famous white water rafting river made
famous from the 1970’s movie Deliverance staring Burt Reynolds.
Approximately 1 ½ hours from our place just east of Clayton, GA. The
Chattooga is the border river between Georgia and South Carolina. The
Chattooga will provide exhilarating rafting and intense hikes along the
banks. Rafting trips are available from Southeast Expeditions. Call
800-868-RAFT. |
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CHEROHALA SKYWAY |
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New 40+ mile two lane skyway connects Tellico
Plains in southeast Tennessee to Robbinsville, NC. Full of scenic
overlooks. Take Hwy. 129 to Robbinsville and turn left on Hwy. 143.
http://www.cherohala.com/ |
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CHEROKEE INDIAN RESERVATION |
This is home for a large population of the
Eastern Band of the Cherokee and the source of this county’s name. It is
located 60 miles NE of Murphy. In the summer, the nation’s oldest drama
"Unto These Hills" is a story of the Trail of Tears. The Oconaluftee
Indian Village is open mid-May through mid-October where you can tour
and learn the heritage, traditions, and crafts (Don’t forget to take a
picture with one of the Indian chiefs). The reservation also has a
Casino (828-497-7777). Call 828-497-2111.
http://www.cherokee-nc.com/main.htm
Also, visit the Cherokee Historical Museum in downtown Murphy (87
Peachtree St.). Largest collection of Cherokee Indian info. |
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CHIMNEY ROCK |
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Chimney Rock Park, Lake Lure, Bat Cave, and
Gerton are all 25 miles southeast of Asheville and 2 ½ hours from our
cabin. The 1000 acre park and visitor center is open year round except
Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. This was the film location
for The Last of the Mohicans. Call 800-277-9611.
http://www.chimneyrockpark.com/ |
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CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS |
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Mountain Country Christmas Celebration with
festival of trees, tours of homes, craft sales, plays, dramas, etc. from
Thanksgiving through the first week of December. Young Harris College,
Blairsville. Call 706-896-4966. |
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CHURCHES |
Baptist: The First Baptist Church of Murphy
is across from McDonald’s. Sunday school at 9:45 and services at
11:00a.m, and 6:00 p.m. Call 828-837-2615.
Catholic: St. William’s of Murphy. Turn left at McDonald’s, follow
through town. Church is 6 blocks past downtown near Oak Barrel
Restaurant. Services Sat. 6:00 p.m. and Sunday at 11:00 a.m. Call
828-837-2000. |
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DILLSBORO, NC |
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City is known for their artisans, crafts, and
hospitality. Home of the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad. The Jarrett
House restaurant provides home style dining. Call 800-972-5623.
http://www.jarretthouse.com/Restaurant.html |
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FALL MUSIC FESTIVAL AND FIDDLER’S CONVENTION |
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In mid-October enjoy music shows, midway,
gospel show, fiddlers convention, arts & crafts and more at the Georgia
Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee, GA. Call 706-896-4191. |
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FIELDS OF THE WOOD |
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The 10 Commandments 5 feet high! On a
mountainside, a tablet the size of two football fields! The flags of 60
nations outline a 150 foot cross at the top. With history back to 1896,
the Church of God of Prophecy built the park because they believed that
by engraving biblical truths on marble plaques, the stones themselves
would inspire the tourist to a greater awareness of God. Open every day
sunrise to sunset. Take Hwy. 64 east to Hwy. 294 North. Follow to left
at split. 15 minutes from split. Giant stonework, lots of walking
trails, gift shop, book store, baptismal pool, Gospel Theatre, Puppet
Shows, beautifully maintained property, and the top of the mountain has
a panoramic view that you can drive to or walk up the 354 steps to the
Place of Prayer. Peaceful, tranquil. Take a picnic and continue on to
the Hiawassee Dam for a tour of the dam and picnic beside the lake in
the park. Stop at Cherokee Lake on the way back for some quiet fishing,
swim, or picnic. Call 828-494-7855.
http://www.westernncattractions.com/fieldsof.htm |
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FIRES CREEK |
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Swim in the creek, fish up stream, picnic
areas, hiking trails. Hwy. 64 East to Murphy (turn right at Econolodge)
toward Hayesville and turn left at gas station. Follow Forestry signs
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FISHING |
 Lake and
stream fishing is abundant. NC fishing licenses are available at
Wal-Mart. You can buy day, annual, or comprehensive (lake and trout)
licenses. Lake fishing includes crappie, large and small mouth bass,
catfish, white bass, spotted bass, striped bass, and wall-eye pikes.
See also "BOAT RENTAL" (above) and "LAKES" (below) for more information on
fishing. The following list provides sources for guided tours,
classes, licenses,
supplies, etc. for fly fishing and other fishing in the areas of Western NC,
Eastern TN and Northern GA.
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Upper Hi Fly (Fishing & Outfitters), The Ridges Resort & Marina, 3375-A US Hwy 76,
W. Hiawassee, GA 30546. Call 706-896-9075.
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Western North
Carolina On The Fly / On The Fly Guide Service, Inc. (Guide to fly
fishing the mountains of western NC) PO Box 54, Marion, NC 28752. Call
828-659-0059.
http://www.wnctrout.com/ |
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High Country
Angler Fly Fishing Guide Service (for East Tennessee and Western
North Carolina), 1400 Kensington Place, Gray, TN 37615. Call
704-641-6815.
http://www.highcountryangler.com/ |
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FLEA MARKET |
Tuesday:
King’s Flea Market in Murphy diagonal from McDonald’s under the bridge
behind Haywood Savings Bank. 7:30 a.m. to noon.
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
Decker’s Flea Market and Foster’s Flea Market at the intersection of
Hwy. 19/129 and Hwy. 64. 7:30 a.m. until dark during the summer. Closes
around 2:00pm in winter. |
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GAS |
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Prices are much lower in Georgia. Poteete’s
General Store/BP gas station on Hwy. 19/129 toward Blairsville just few
miles from our cabin. They carry the Atlanta Journal newspaper and basic
groceries. |
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GEORGIA MOUNTAIN FAIR |
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Usually, two weeks in mid-August in
Hiawassee, GA (50 minute drive from our cabin). Quilting, crafts, music,
blacksmithing, pioneer village, carnival food, etc. Call
706-896-4191.
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GIFT SHOPS AND CRAFTS |
Shoppes of Murphy
A downtown mall that has several shops, such as coffee and wine shop,
full service salon, men’s store, art gallery, studio and a local
newspaper office. A variety of evening events such as live music, wine
tasting, and gallery exhibits take place in the mall. On Valley River
Ave. Call 828-835-5840.
Flea Market, John C. Campbell Folk School
Sunny Point Mercantile – Hwy. 64 west 6 miles.
A Scent of Pink – 105 year old Victorian home with varied and
inspirational gifts. In the mall location. Call 828-835-7371.
Andrews Valley Artist’s Gallery - A professional, yet casual, gallery
where visitors can purchase fine artwork and prints produced by talented
local artists. On Main Street in Andrews. Call 828-321-9553.
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GOLD DIGGING |
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There’s gold in them thar hills! In
Dahlonega, GA on US 19 south of Blairsville. Guided tours of mines,
museums, go 70 feet below the earth into tunnels. Open year round Monday
to Saturday 9 to 5 and Sunday 10 to 5. Closed Thanksgiving and
Christmas. Visit the Smith House Restaurant (family style) while in
Dahlonega (closed Mondays). Call the Dahlonega Chamber of Commerce at
800-231-5543. |
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GOLF |
http://www.greatsmokiesgolf.com
Cherokee Hills Golf Club, Murphy – 18 hole championship golf course, par
72 and driving range. Greens fees and cart very reasonable. Tennis
Courts, swimming pool and health spa. Turn right at the McDonald’s in
Murphy and follow 2-3 miles. Call 828-837-5853.
Brasstown Valley Resort – 18 hole championship links course associated
with Brasstown Valley Resort. Take Hwy. 76 east of Blairsville, through
Young Harris. On right after Young Harris. Call 706-379-9900 or
800-201-3205.
http://www.brasstownvalley.com
Butternut Creek Golf Course, Blairsville – 18 hole golf course on Hwy.
19/129 across form the KFP. Call 706-439-6076 or 877-745-5153.
http://www.butternutcreekgolf.com/Golfcourse.htm
Chatuge Shores – 18 hole, par 72 in Hayesville. Driving range. Take Hwy.
76 east of Blairsville. Continue through Young Harris. Turn left at
first stoplight (Hwy 17) upon entering Hiawassee. Golf course two miles
on right. Call 828-389-8940.
Copper Basin Golf Club – 9 hole, off Hwy. 64 west just over TN state
line.
Innsbruck – 18 hole mountainous course and driving range in Helen, GA.
Call 800-642-2709. |
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GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN |
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Walk the mile high swinging bridge! Watch
hang gliders exhibition 4 times daily (weather permitting), picnic area,
trails. 3-4 hour drive from our cabin. From Boone, NC, take Hwy. 105 to
Linville, NC. Turn left on US 221 and the entrance is 2 miles on left.
If traveling on the Blue Ridge Parkway, exit US 221 to Linville, NC and
the entrance will be 1 mile on the right. Call 800-438-7500.
http://www.grandfather.com/ |
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GROCERY STORES |
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Murphy – about 15 miles east:
Ingles: Stay on Hwy. 64 into Murphy and follow through two stoplights.
One mile on right past McDonald’s. Open 24 hours.
Bi-Lo: Stay on Hwy. 64 into Murphy and follow to fourth stoplight (at
Wal-Mart). Turn left. Turn left at stop sign. Bi-Lo will be a block on
the left. Best selection in Murphy.
Super Wal-Mart: Stay on Hwy. 64 into Murphy and follow through two
stoplights. 1 ½ mile on right past McDonald’s. Open 24 hours.
Tennessee – about 7 miles:
Piggy–Wiggly. Go west on Hwy 64 toward Tennessee, cross the state
line and drive about 3 more miles, the store is on your right hand side.
There is a small Convenient Store going west on Hwy 64, just after
you cross the Tennessee state line, to your right hand side, where you
can buy beers, liquor, wine, etc.
Blairsville – about 12 miles:
Ingles: South on Hwy. 129/19 to Blairsville. Left on Hwy. 76. 6 blocks
on left. This is the nicest grocery store between Blairsville and
Murphy.
Blue Ridge – about 20 miles:
Ingles: On Hwy. 515. Huge store. |
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HELEN, GA |
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The Alpine Village of the Blue Ridge
Mountains. An old gold town in 1878, lumbering town in 1928, today is a
prime tourist stop offering shopping, German restaurants and pubs, and
tubing. The Oktoberfest starts in mid-September and runs through October
and is very popular (and crowded). Take Hwy. 19/129 south through
Blairsville, over Blood Mountain, and follow signs. About 1 ½ hours from
our cabin. Call 800-858-8027. See Anna Ruby Falls or play GOLF at
Innsbruck golf course while here. |
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HIKING |
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See CADES Cove, Joyce Kilmer Park, Smoky
Mountains National Park, Appalachian Trail, Brasstown Bald, Vogel State
Park, Unicoi State Park, and Fire’s Creek. |
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HORSEBACK RIDING |
http://www.greatsmokies.com/horseback.asp
Mountainview Riding Stables – West on Hwy. 64 into Tennessee. Travel
through the Ocoee River area, right on Hwy. 318 at Grumpeys Store for
about ¼ mile to stables. Great rates and great people. Overnight trips
offered as well as group rates.
Trackrock Stables – Blairsville. South on Hwy. 19/129 through
Blairsville. A few miles out of Blairsville, turn left at Owl Town
Grocery. Follow signs. 1 and 2 hours rides. Beginner and advanced
horses. Call 706-745-5252.
Eagle Fork Stables – east of Hayesville. Guided trail rides of 1, 2, 4,
and 8 hours by appointment only. Take Hwy. 64 toward Hayesville to first
paved road to right past Davis Brothers Amoco (approx. 9.5 miles), then
follow signs. Call 389-6655 or 389-9663.
Nantahala Riding Stables – Open April/May through Sept/Oct. on Friday,
Saturday, and Sunday. Hour trips, day trips, and overnight trips.
Located on Hwy 12/74 in the Nantahala Gorge. Call 828-488-9649 or
828-488-2903.
Thundering Hooves Riding Stables– Open 7 days a week, April – November.
Located West of Bryson City on 19/74 West. Call 828-488-0446
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HUNTING |
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License required! Wild Turkey, fox, deer,
squirrel, dove, bear. |
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JOYCE KILMER MEMORIAL FOREST |
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Enjoy the deep woods of this natural treasure
where hiking trails weave through the wilderness. The back side has a
trail called Slick Rock Creek that you can hike to a waterfall.
http://www.main.nc.us/graham/hiking/joycekil.html |
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LAKES |
There are 8 major lakes in the area with 8700
acres of clear water allowing swimming, fishing, water skiing, boating
and camping.
Hiawassee, Appalachia, and Cherokee are the most scenic. Nantahala,
Santeelah, Chatuge, Fontana Reservoir, and Nottely are also close. The
TVA lakes are drained in the late fall and winter. |
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LEAVES |
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The exact time of fall peak color is
difficult to predict. Usually between October 15 and early November a
spectacular array of color can be enjoyed. |
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LIBRARIES |
Murphy Public Library and Nantahala Regional
Library are both in the same location in Murphy. Open Monday through
Fridays 9 to 5, Thursday 9 to 9, and Saturday 9 to 3. Call 828-837-2417.
Tri-County Community College library in Murphy is open Monday through
Thursday, 8 to 10 and Friday 8 to 3. |
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LOST SEA |
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Largest underground lake in the world!
Caverns also. Good rainy day trip. Near Sweetwater, TN. Rain or shine
open every day except Christmas from 9 to dusk. The cavern’s temperature
is 58 degrees year round. Cruise the lake in glass bottom boats and view
some of the world’s largest rainbow trout. Only a few caves contain
Anthodites “Cave Flowers” and these beautiful crystalline formations are
abundant at the lost sea. Guided 1 hour tours. Visit Orr Mountain Winery
nearby. Call 423-337-6616.
http://www.thelostsea.com |
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MINI GOLF |
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Bear Creek Mini Golf. 18 hole course and a kiddie course just opened on
May 2006. Reservations are strongly suggested for groups. 828-644-9900
call ahead on rainy days. Only few minutes from the cabin. Turn left on
Highway 64 toward Murphy and drive approximately 3 to 4 miles, you will
see the entrance with a waterfall on the right hand side. Pizza, hot
dogs, subs, pop corn, sodas and ice cream available. |
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MOVIE CINEMAS |
Henn Theatre in downtown Murphy. Turn left at
McDonald’s. Turn left at next light. On right. Call 828-837-2618.
Bald Mountain Cinema in Blairsville on Hwy. 76 East. Call 706-745-8222.
Twin Cinema in Blue Ridge behind McDonald’s. Call 706-632-7202.
Twin Cinema in Andrews. Call 828-321-3333. |
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MUSEUM |
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The Cherokee County Historical Museum in
Murphy has over 2000 exhibits describing the mountain Indian’s
lifestyle. Also, doll collection. Open Monday through Friday 9 to 5. 87
Peachtree Street. Free. Call 828-837-6792.
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NATIONAL HISTORIC SITES |
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Cherokee
County Courthouse in Murphy. This courthouse
is the fifth courthouse in U.S. history. The blue marble was quarried in
Cherokee County. |
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PIGEON FORGE |
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2 ½ hours from our cabin. Over 75 restaurants
and 44 family attractions. Shopping at over 200 factory outlet stores.
Home of Dollywood – Dolly Parton’s Tennessee mountain home and theme
park. 35 miles southeast of Knoxville, five miles north of Gatlinburg,
TN and 5 miles north of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Call the
Department of Tourism at 800-251-9100. Dixie Stampede dinner and
show.
http://www.dollywood.com or
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QUILTS |
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Quilts can be found at most antique stores.
Great display at Unicoi State Park, GA. On Hwy. 19/129 south toward
Blairsville, Mrs. Raper’s home on right has “hand-made quilts” sign out
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RACETRACKS |
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Tri County Raceway is a dirt track off Hwy.
64 East between Murphy and Hayesville. Races most Saturday nights. Call
828-837-3815. |
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RAILROAD |
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The Great Smoky Mountain Railway has
excursion trips from March through New Years Day over some of the most
breathtaking scenery in the Southeast. One trip option includes lunch at
a restaurant in the Nantahala Gorge. Departures from Andrews, NC (28
miles from our cabin), Bryson City, and Dillsboro. Call 800-872-4681 for
information and reservations.
http://www.gsmr.com/ |
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RESTAURANTS |
Dining out in the mountains is usually an
evening out. Call ahead to confirm restaurant hours. Restaurants close
earlier in the area, often around 9:30 and are often not open every day.
Murphy:
Brothers – Go east on Hwy 64 toward Murphy, drive about 5 miles.. Make a
“”U”” turn on the first traffic light at Hwy 19/129 intersection (at the
Flea market). You will see the restaurant sign and the entrance to you
right hand side after you do the U turn. One of the most popular country
food restaurants in Murphy!
Oak Barrel – Murphy. Left at McDonald’s and continue through downtown.
Oak Barrel will be 1 ½ miles on left (next to Catholic Church). Nice to
sit on porch during nice weather. Open Tuesdays through Saturdays 5:00
to 9:00 p.m.
Golden’s Restaurant – great breakfast. Hwy. 64 west of Flea Market about
5 miles. Call 828-644-5891.
No Name Deli – Murphy. Great lunch. Closed weekends and nights except
Friday night. Great ice cream parlor next door (open most nights except
Sunday). Next to McDonald’s. Call 828-837-9138.
ShoeBootie’s – Downtown Murphy Left at McDonald’s, turn right at light,
on left. Great atmosphere, friendly service, good food, reasonable
prices. Open for lunch and evenings Tuesday through Saturday. Live music
and dancing Friday nights. Saturday night is a more formal setting with
live music. Call 828-837-4589.
Murphy House, super Buffet and Grill, Asian and American country
food. 1464 Andrews Rd. Downtown Murphy next door to Mountain Silk and
Radio Shack. Open 7 days a week from 11am to 10pm. 828-835-3639.
The Daily Grind – Coffee shop offering specialty drinks. Also has wine
by the bottle and live music. Call 828-835-7322.
Sweet Tooth – Ice cream, shakes, and smoothies. Call 828-837-8615.
Aldo’s – Murphy. Italian. Turn left at McDonald’s and follow straight. 1
mile through downtown on left. Call 828-837-8899.
Long House – At Cherokee Hills Golf and Country Club in Murphy. All you
can eat seafood buffet Friday nights. Open Wed. through Sunday nights
from 4:30. Call 800-334-3905 or 828-837-1762.
New Happy Garden – Murphy. Chinese open 7 days. Very good! Follow four
lane past McDonald’s. Continue to light at Ingles/Taco Bell. In strip
mall to right of Ingles. Call 828-837-0711.
Mountain View Marina Grill Call - 828-321-1802
Arby’s – Murphy on Hwy. 64
McDonald’s – Murphy on Hwy. 64 Call 828-837-7093
Burger King – Murphy off Hwy. 64 across from Wal-Mart
Taco Bell – Murphy on Hwy. 64 on right past Econolodge.
KFC – Murphy off Hwy. 64 across road from Wal-Mart.
Wendy’s – Murphy on Hwy. 64 as you enter town.
Pizza Hut – Murphy on Hwy. 64 as you enter town.
Blairsville:
Riverside Restaurant at Pappy’s Market Place. Take Hwy. 19/129 south of
Blairsville. About 5 miles south of Blairsville. Open Tues/Wed 11-8,
Thu/Fri 11-9, and Sat/Sun 7-9. Call 706-745-9885.
Blairsville Restaurant. Located on Earnest Street, Downtown. From Hwy.
19/129 and Hwy. 76 intersection, turn left onto Hwy. 76 East. Take first
right onto Earnest Street. Call 706-745-6921.
Cook’s Country Kitchen. Good cooking. Turn left onto Hwy. 76 east. Take
second right and Millie’s is at the top of the ramp. Call 706-745-1332.
Blimpie’s – Located on Hwy. 76 three blocks east of Hwy. 19/129
intersection.
I Can’t Believe It’s Yogurt – Located with Blimpie’s on Hwy. 76 three
blocks east of Hwy. 19/129 intersection.
McDonald’s – on Hwy. 19/129.
Burger King – on Hwy. 76 and 19/129 intersection.
KFC – on Hwy. 19/129.
Andrews:
Chestnut’s Café Great food, atmosphere and value. Take Hwy. 64 west to
Murphy. Continue straight to Andrews. Turn right at the stoplight past
the Murphy/Andrews airport (on your left). Restaurant is a few blocks on
the left. Closed on Sundays and Mondays. Call 828-321-4566.
Elsie’s Steak and Seafood – burned down in 1999 but rebuilt across from
Ingles. Open for dinner until 9pm. Call 828-321-4915.
Blue Ridge:
Forge Mill Crossing – Great family dining. Reasonable prices. Excellent
raisin bread. Located on Hwy. 515 2 miles north of Blue Ridge on
south/east side of Hwy 515. Open Tuesday-Thursday 11-8:30, Fridays and
Saturdays open until 9pm. Call 706-374-5771.
Barrett House – Located in Ingles shopping center on Hwy. 515.
Approximately 25 miles from Log Cabin in the Clouds.
Toccoa Riverside Restaurant – Blue Ridge, GA. Turn south/east at the
Conoco station on Hwy. 515 in Blue Ridge, turn left and proceed to stop
sign (next to Pizza Hut). Turn left and go ¼ mile to Aska Road. Turn
right and follow 8 miles to restaurant on left. Delicious, family
operated, overlooking Toccoa River……Best around. Closed Monday and
Tuesday. Lunch 11:30-3pm, Dinner 4:30pm – on. Call 706-632-7891.
McDonald’s – on Hwy. 515.
Burger King – on Hwy. 515.
Taco Bell – on Hwy. 515.
Wendy’s – on Hwy. 515.
Arby’s – Blue Ridge on Hwy. 515.
Other locations - North Carolina:
Nantahala Village Inn Restaurant – Bryson City, NC Superb dining in a
neat lodge type atmosphere. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, depending
on the season. Closed December, January, and February. Approximately an
hour drive from Log Cabin in the Clouds. Call 800-438-1507. http://www.nvnc.com
Relia’s – At the Nantahala Outdoor Center, left across the bridge.
Closed in the winter. Call 828-488-2175 or 800-232-7238.
Mama’s Cottage – Hayesville. Good food. Large menu. 30 minute wait often
after 5:30. Take Hwy. 76 east of Blairsville through Young Harris. Turn
left at first stoplight as you enter Hiawassee (Hwy. 17). Follow about 3
miles and restaurant on left.
Other locations - Georgia:
Brasstown Valley Resort. East of Young Harris on Hwy. 76. Take Hwy.
19/129 to Blairsville. Turn left at stoplight onto Hwy. 76 East. Follow
through Young Harris and turn right into Brasstown Valley Resort. Open 7
days a week. Has a main dining room and sports bar. Call 706-379-9900.
http://www.brasstownvalley.com
Watercrest at Fieldstone Restaurant – Hiawassee, GA. Next to marine and
the Fieldstone Inn. Take Hwy. 76 east from Blairsville through Young
Harris to Hiawassee. On left off Hwy. 76. Call 706-896-4141. http://www.fieldstoneinn.com
Smith House – Dahlonega, GA. Excellent family style restaurant located
downtown. Call 800-852-9577.
Dillard House – Dillard, GA. North of Clayton, GA. Good family style
restaurant. Great stop after a day on the Chattooga. Call 800-541-0671.
Tanglewood Restaurant – Sautee, GA. Located 4 miles from Helen on
Highway 356, 1 mile from Unicoi State Park. Call 706-878-1044.
Turner’s Corner Cafe – Located at the intersection of Hwy. 19 and Hwy.
129 approximately 23 miles south of Blairsville or 13 miles north of
Dahlonega. Call 706-865-6150. |
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ROCK CITY GARDENS |
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Rock City
Gardens is located atop Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga, TN. Self guided
tour along the trail to see spectacular natural scenery. See seven
states from Lover’s Leap. 2 hour drive from our cabin. Take Hwy. 64 West
and follow past Ocoee River to Interstate 75. Call 706-820-2531.
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RUBY FALLS |
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Located at Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga,
TN. Cavern tour with 145 foot multicolored waterfall inside. Open every
day but Christmas. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. rain or shine. Take Hwy. 64 west to
Cleveland, TN. South on I-75 to Chattanooga. West on I-24 to Exits 174,
175 or 178 and follow signs to Lookout Mountain. While in area, visit
Rock City Gardens, Incline Railway, Southern Belle, Riverboat, Tennessee
Aquarium. Call 423-821-2544.
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RUBY MINES |
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Franklin,
NC. Only natural ruby deposits in North America. Buy buckets of mining
earth and wash the contents in the flumes provided. Garnets, sapphires,
rubies, etc. Take Hwy. 64 East from Murphy to Franklin. Follow signs to
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SANTA’S LAND |
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Cherokee, NC. Family park and zoo. Call
828-497-9191.
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SKIING |
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Snow skiing at Cataloochee Ski Area in Maggie
Valley, NC. 2 ½ hours from our cabin. Beginner chair lift and slope, tow
rope, and J Bar. 9 slopes and trails. Ski school. Call 800-768-3588 for
ski report or 800-768-0285 for office.
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SLICKROCK CREEK |
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Backpacking and canoeing in the Joyce Kilmer
– Slickrock Wilderness is an excellent day trip. Joyce Kilmer Park is
near Robbinsville, NC and Slickrock is on the back side of it.
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SLIDING ROCK |
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Take Hwy. 64 East to Hwy. 74 to the Blue
Ridge Parkway in Waynesville, NC. About 2 ½ hours from our cabin. Giant
rock formation that you can slide down with the water into a large pool
at the bottom. Also, hiking trails, fish hatchery, and Looking Glass
Falls are nearby continuing south on Hwy. 276. Wear old sturdy shorts
and take a picnic. Bathhouse available to change. Call Chamber of
Commerce at 706-745-5789.
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SORGHUM FESTIVAL |
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Blairsville, GA the last 3 weekends in October. Annual road run, car
show, parade, biscuit eating contests, square dance, greased pig
contest, pole climbing contest, and tobacco spitting contest. Have the
BBQ! Watch the cooking and jarring of pure golden brown sorghum syrup.
Call Blairsville Chamber of Commerce at 706-745-5789. |
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SPRING FESTIVAL |
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Georgia
Mountain Fairgrounds in May. Lively music,
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TENNESSEE AQUARIUM |
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In Chattanooga. Wonderful aquarium and
educational experience. All ages! Follow water life from swamp to stream
to lakes to rivers to the ocean. Over 7000 animals in one of the world’s
largest aquariums. Self guided tours that can be done in 2-3 hours. Call
800-262-0695.
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TENNIS |
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City courts in Murphy. 5-6 lighted courts.
Free. Turn left at McDonald’s and follow a mile to courts on left.
Courts also at Cherokee Hills Country Club in Murphy, Tri-County
Community College behind building B, Union County Recreation Park on
Hwy. 19/129 toward Blairsville, Young Harris College, and Pied Piper
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THEATRE |
The Reach of Song – Appalachian Mountains
Drama at Young Harris College, GA. Music, history, and culture. A
spectacular drama and multi-media event is a must-see. Dinner on the
grounds is available with reservations. Mid June through Mid August.
Call 800-262-7664.
http://www.reachofsong.org
Unto These Hills – Fantastic outside drama in Cherokee with the story of
the Trail of Tears about the Cherokee Indians. Open mid-June to late
August.
http://www.untothesehills.com
Peacock Playhouse in Hayesville offers plays throughout the year. Call
828-389-8632. |
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TROUT |
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Carolina
Mountain processing plant in Andrews has
raised salmon and trout. Call 800-722-9477. |
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TUSQUITTEE PIONEER VILLAGE |
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Experience life in Western NC at the turn of
the century. Located in Hayesville. The smokehouse has meat curing, hens
in the hen house and even the blacksmith shop has a working forge. Open
10 to 5 May through October. |
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UNICOI STATE PARK |
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A Georgia State Park near Helen, GA. Great
quilt display, cafeteria style restaurant, and hiking. Tent, trailer,
and RV sites. Cottages and 100 room lodge and conference center. 53 acre
lake and beach. Canoe and boat rentals. Lighted tennis courts. Call
706-878-3982 (park) or 706-878-2201 (lodge).
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VOGEL STATE PARK |
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A Georgia State Park south of Blairsville on
Hwy. 19/129. 45 minutes from our cabin. Miniature golf, pond with ducks,
pedal boats, beach, hiking trails, camping. See Helton Creek Waterfalls
nearby (just south of Vogel on Hwy. 19/129).
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WAGON TRAINS |
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Murphy has one of the oldest wagon trains in
the area with approximately 1000 participants. The wagon train circles
up in Murphy or Andrews usually during the July 4th parade. It is
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WATERFALLS |
Anna Ruby
Falls – Set high on the slopes of Tray Mountain and surrounded by the
Chattahoochee National Forest, this unique set of twin waterfalls is
surrounded by a 1600 acre scenic area. Formed by Curtis Creek dropping
153 feet and York Creek dropping 50 feet to form the Anna Ruby Falls.
Near Helen, GA and Unicoi State Park.
Amicalola Falls – Near Dawsonville, GA. The highest waterfall in the
Southeast at 729 feet. Take a trip 8 miles to Springer Mountain for the
start of the Appalachian Trail. 3 miles of nature trails, 3 playgrounds,
5 picnic shelters. Drive to the top of the falls for spectacular view
down. Lodge with restaurant and hotel at top. “Amicalola” means tumbling
waters. Approximately 1 ½ hours from our cabin. Take Hwy. 19/129 south
to Blairsville. Take Hwy. 76 west to Hwy. 52 east. Follow Hwy. 52 to
Amicalola.
Vogel State Park – South of Blairsville on Hwy. 19/129.
Helton Creek Water Falls – Vertical drop of 100 feet, deep in hardwood
forest with easy access. Go south on Hwy. 19/129 through Blairsville.
Turn left on Helton Creek Road just before Vogel State Park. Pavement
ends and parking on right. Trail leads to the right and take all the way
to the end! Easy walk.
Cullasaja Falls – near Franklin, NC on the way to Highlands. Take Hwy.
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White water rafting is an adventure! Rapids
are rated by class (I to VI) based on drop, water flow, danger, etc.
Class IV and V rapids are intense and class VI are not passable.
Chattooga River, GA – An hour and a half from our cabin. Border river of
Georgia and South Carolina. Take Hwy. 19/129 to Hwy. 76 East. Follow
east to Clayton, GA. Follow Hwy. 76 past Clayton and after 10 miles you
will cross the Chattooga over a bridge (SC on the other side). The
Chattooga is world famous for the movie Deliverance. The river is
naturally flowing and complete wilderness. Only for serious adventure
seekers! No building is allowed within a ¼ mile area on both sides of
the river. The river trips are regulated with a group of 5-6 rafts going
down every hour. Variety of trips and different levels for 7 hours or
overnighters. Usually the trips include lunch on the river. Must be 13
years old to raft sections III and IV (Many class V rapids). Life
preservers, helmets, raft, and guides are provided. Southwestern
Expeditions outfitters are located 2 miles before the river on the
right. Call for trips price. Worth every penny! Call 800-868-RAFT
(Southeastern Expeditions) in advance for reservations. Only two other
outfitters are licensed to run the Chattooga: Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC)
at 800-232-7238 and Wildwater Ltd. at 800-451-9972.
http://www.noc.com or
http://www.wildwaterrafting.com
Ocoee River, TN – A forty-five minute drive from our cabin. Take Hwy. 64
west. Follow to Ocoee River (on left). Home of the 1996 Summer Olympic
Kayak and Canoe competitions. Call for trip prices. There are age
limitations. Contact Ocoee Adventure Center at 888-RAFT-OAC. Or contact
Southeastern Expedition (800-868-RAFT) or Nantahala Outdoor Center
(800-232-7238) for guided trips. A few class V rapids. River is
regulated by a dam. During the day, you’ll see many rafts and people.
Hwy. 64 runs alongside the river which takes away from the wilderness
effect.
Nantahala River, NC – A 45 minute drive from our cabin. Near Topton, NC
on Hwy. 19. Less intense river. One class IV rapid at the end. People
are allowed to go down without a guide. Takes about 3 hours down the
river. There is a 60lb. Minimum to raft. Brookside Campground is a good
place to rent a raft. They’ll also drop off and pick up and they provide
hot showers at the end of the day. Approx. Call for prices
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WINERY |
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Orr
Mountain Winery in Madisonville, TN. See vineyards, see how processing
is done from press to vat, to tank to bottle. Tasting room and tours.
Halfway between Knoxville and Chattanooga. Beautiful drive out Hwy. 68.
Turn on CR 117 between mileposts 8 and 9. Open July/August: 7 days a
week, other months Wednesday – Sunday. Call 423-442-5340. |
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