Riverside Travel Guide
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Trailborn Highlands, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Everything was fine
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn Franklin
Was awesome
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Cashiers Sapphire Valley
Decent stay
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Wayah Ridge Escapes
Traveled with our family of four for a long weekend. We loved the peaceful setting and spent our nights around the firepit eating s'mores! Our days featured short trips to Andrews for a railbike tour and a stop at Nantahala Outdoor Center. Communication was great, and the owners were very attentive. ...
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Highlands Houses For Rent
Amazing little house in the woods! We absolutely loved it. Close enough to walk to town while also feeling secluded and woodsy.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit

The Factory
You can take time to visit The Factory during your travels to Franklin. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly 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.
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.
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.
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.
- Western Carolina University
- Lake Glenville
- Black Rock Mountain State Park
- Tuckasegee River
- Tiger Mountain Vineyards
- Old Edwards Club
- Dry Falls
- Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine
- Sapphire Valley Ski Resort
- Whiteside Mountain
- Bridal Veil Falls
- Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
- Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
- Kingwood Resort Golf
- The Factory
- Highlands Aerial Park
- Franklin Golf Course
- Mill Creek Country Club


