East Franklin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Trailborn Highlands

Dillard House

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City
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Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

Nantahala Cabins

Gorgeous Stays
Popular places to visit
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
You can find out about the history of Franklin when you stop by Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Enjoy a show at Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts, a theatre with a story to tell in Franklin. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
You can find out about the history of Franklin when you stop by Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Mill Creek Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Franklin at Mill Creek Country Club. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
Find out about the history of Franklin when you spend time at Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Gold City Gem Mine
Find out about the history of Franklin with a stop at Gold City Gem Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
- Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
- Western Carolina University
- Lake Glenville
- Black Rock Mountain State Park
- Sequoyah National Golf Club
- Tuckasegee River
- Dry Falls
- Old Edwards Club
- Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
- Bryson City Gem Mine
- Bridal Veil Falls
- Whiteside Mountain
- Smoky Mountain Country Club
- Nantahala Brewing Company
- Glen Falls
- Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
- Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
- Jackson Hole Gem Mine
- Mill Creek Country Club
- Highlands Aerial Park
- Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
- Sapphire Valley Ski Resort