Places to Check out in Murphy, NC
Experience
This company offers a chance to drive exotic sport cars on the best roads in the Smokey Mountains.
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Appalachian Driving Experience
66 Tennessee StThis company offers a chance to drive exotic sport cars on the best roads in the Smokey Mountains.
The Ocoee River has been described as the “roller coaster of the south east”! About 30 minutes West of Murphy on 64 West, pass over the Tennessee line and enter the Cherokee National Forrest. This is where some activities for the 1996 Olympics took place. The ranger station and bridge area comes up on your left side. You can park below and check out the inside of the Ranger Station, maps and info on the area. You can go across the bridge and either hike a trail or take a right and it runs along the river, nice walk and fun on the rocks. For Swimming: go to the LEFT of the bridge and follow that trail down about 75-100 feet and you will find some open areas to the water. The water does not run on the weekday and it creates big pools of clear water. Kids will have fun swimming and jumping off the rocks.
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Ocoee River
The Ocoee River has been described as the “roller coaster of the south east”! About 30 minutes West of Murphy on 64 West, pass over the Tennessee line and enter the Cherokee National Forrest. This is where some activities for the 1996 Olympics took place. The ranger station and bridge area comes up on your left side. You can park below and check out the inside of the Ranger Station, maps and info on the area. You can go across the bridge and either hike a trail or take a right and it runs along the river, nice walk and fun on the rocks. For Swimming: go to the LEFT of the bridge and follow that trail down about 75-100 feet and you will find some open areas to the water. The water does not run on the weekday and it creates big pools of clear water. Kids will have fun swimming and jumping off the rocks.
Whitewater Rafting at NOC!
The Nantahala River water is much cooler than the Ocoee because it comes from the bottom of Lake Nantahala. Enjoy a nice river ride or take a raft down yourself with or without a guide. Nantahala rafting is about 45 minutes East of Murphy on Hwy 74. This will be calmer and more family friendly.
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Nantahala Outdoor Center
13077 U.S. Highway 19 Whitewater Rafting at NOC!
The Nantahala River water is much cooler than the Ocoee because it comes from the bottom of Lake Nantahala. Enjoy a nice river ride or take a raft down yourself with or without a guide. Nantahala rafting is about 45 minutes East of Murphy on Hwy 74. This will be calmer and more family friendly.
If you are wanting to Tub, give them a call and see about pricing and hours.
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Toccoa River Tubing Company
340 Toccoa AveIf you are wanting to Tub, give them a call and see about pricing and hours.
This place, is in a cute town called Helen, GA. If you are wanting to tub, give them a call and see about pricing and hours.
May 25- Sept 3
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Cool River Tubing
590 Edelweiss StrasseThis place, is in a cute town called Helen, GA. If you are wanting to tub, give them a call and see about pricing and hours.
May 25- Sept 3
If you are wanting to Zipling, call them at 828-421-8119 to book a time and to find out pricing.
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RidgeRunner Ziplines
750 Wakefield RdIf you are wanting to Zipling, call them at 828-421-8119 to book a time and to find out pricing.
Gold panning, gem mining, mini golf, skeet shooting, pistol range, wagon rides, paintball target arcade, bounce castle & mini car track. Covered Pavilions for rain or shine. Snacks & Gift Shop. A pet friendly place in the country that’s fun for every age since 2010!
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WagonMaster Adventure Ranch
359 Adventure Ranch RdGold panning, gem mining, mini golf, skeet shooting, pistol range, wagon rides, paintball target arcade, bounce castle & mini car track. Covered Pavilions for rain or shine. Snacks & Gift Shop. A pet friendly place in the country that’s fun for every age since 2010!
Take a day to go on a train ride through the Great Smokies! Call them at 800-872-4681 to book your trip!
With 53 miles of track, 2 tunnels and 25 bridges the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad offers a variety of excursions that explore the amazing landscape of Western North Carolina.
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Stóra Smoky Mountains Railway
18 Fry StTake a day to go on a train ride through the Great Smokies! Call them at 800-872-4681 to book your trip!
With 53 miles of track, 2 tunnels and 25 bridges the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad offers a variety of excursions that explore the amazing landscape of Western North Carolina.
Take a day to explore downtown Blue Ridge, GA. While you are at it plan a trip of 26 mile round trip through historic Murphy junction, along the beautiful Toccoa River
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Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
241 Depot StTake a day to explore downtown Blue Ridge, GA. While you are at it plan a trip of 26 mile round trip through historic Murphy junction, along the beautiful Toccoa River
If you have the kids or just a night out, there are two separate entrances to get into the Casino in Murphy. There is one that is kid friendly with bowling and arcade with restaurants or you can go into the gambling side for adults.
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Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
777 Casino PkwyIf you have the kids or just a night out, there are two separate entrances to get into the Casino in Murphy. There is one that is kid friendly with bowling and arcade with restaurants or you can go into the gambling side for adults.
Sightseeing
Brasstown Bald rises 4,784 feet above sea level and is Georgia’s highest mountain. On clear days a 360 degree view from a top the mountain allows you to see four states – Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina and South Carolina. There is a visitor center on top. A steep, paved ½ mile trail leads from the parking lot to the Visitor Info Center on the Bald. For those who don’t want to walk, a concessionaire operates a shuttle bus from the parking area to the Visitor Center for a fee. The Bald is open daily from Memorial Day through October and on weekends in early spring and late fall (depending on weather). There are picnic tables and food concessions at the parking lot.
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Heimsóknarstöð Brasstown Bald
2941 GA-180 SpurBrasstown Bald rises 4,784 feet above sea level and is Georgia’s highest mountain. On clear days a 360 degree view from a top the mountain allows you to see four states – Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina and South Carolina. There is a visitor center on top. A steep, paved ½ mile trail leads from the parking lot to the Visitor Info Center on the Bald. For those who don’t want to walk, a concessionaire operates a shuttle bus from the parking area to the Visitor Center for a fee. The Bald is open daily from Memorial Day through October and on weekends in early spring and late fall (depending on weather). There are picnic tables and food concessions at the parking lot.
Hike a .7 mile loop to Leatherwood Falls or explore 25 miles of trail open to hikers and horses.
Directions: From Murphy, take 64 East and turn Left onto Fires Creek Road. Go approx. 4 miles and turn Left at Fires Creek Wildlife Road. Follow until road becomes gravel and see picnic area and parking lot to left.
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Fires Creek Picnic Area
1767 Fires Creek Wildlife RdHike a .7 mile loop to Leatherwood Falls or explore 25 miles of trail open to hikers and horses.
Directions: From Murphy, take 64 East and turn Left onto Fires Creek Road. Go approx. 4 miles and turn Left at Fires Creek Wildlife Road. Follow until road becomes gravel and see picnic area and parking lot to left.
A biblical theme park located in the western part of the county. Features the largest display of the 10 commandments, plus other sights. Enjoy the café’ while your there – great burgers!
Directions: Go Hwy 64 West out of Murphy (towards Tennessee). Go through light at 19/129 & Hwy 64 intersection. Turn Right onto Hwy 294 (2-lane) and go past Hiwassee Dam School, at veer to left after going past bridge, staying on Hwy 294. Fields of the Woods will be approx. 2 miles just ahead on Right.
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Viðurskógarföllin
10000 NC-294A biblical theme park located in the western part of the county. Features the largest display of the 10 commandments, plus other sights. Enjoy the café’ while your there – great burgers!
Directions: Go Hwy 64 West out of Murphy (towards Tennessee). Go through light at 19/129 & Hwy 64 intersection. Turn Right onto Hwy 294 (2-lane) and go past Hiwassee Dam School, at veer to left after going past bridge, staying on Hwy 294. Fields of the Woods will be approx. 2 miles just ahead on Right.
-Joyce Kilmer Park, about an hour away East of Murphy, 15 miles from Robbinsville, located in the western part of Graham County. This is a beautiful 2 mile figure eight loop and easy to follow. Easy hiking trails. Large trees!
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Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, Cheoah Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest
5410 Joyce Kilmer Rd-Joyce Kilmer Park, about an hour away East of Murphy, 15 miles from Robbinsville, located in the western part of Graham County. This is a beautiful 2 mile figure eight loop and easy to follow. Easy hiking trails. Large trees!
20 mile drive that was built on the side of the mountain. There are places to hike on the way and great views. It ends up in Tellico Plains, TN. Tellico Plains is about an hour and half from North Carolina, coming back on Hwy 68 then turn Left to go to Hwy 294 in NC and 64 West.
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Cherohala Skyway
Cherohala Skyway20 mile drive that was built on the side of the mountain. There are places to hike on the way and great views. It ends up in Tellico Plains, TN. Tellico Plains is about an hour and half from North Carolina, coming back on Hwy 68 then turn Left to go to Hwy 294 in NC and 64 West.
Food scene
Sweet Tooth
658 Andrews RdThis ice cream shop is seasonal but very delicious!
If you enjoy a nice cup of coffee and want to shop for some amazing things, this is the place to visit. Close to downtown Murphy, this place is a must to see. The owner is great, and the items in her shop are great for all sorts of gifts! If you just want coffee, there is a drive through. Supporting local business is always a plus!
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Rare Bird Emporium
680 Andrews RdIf you enjoy a nice cup of coffee and want to shop for some amazing things, this is the place to visit. Close to downtown Murphy, this place is a must to see. The owner is great, and the items in her shop are great for all sorts of gifts! If you just want coffee, there is a drive through. Supporting local business is always a plus!
Great food that is always consistent. The vibe is a great, everyone is friendly!
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Perrones Neighborhood Grill
269 Valley River AveGreat food that is always consistent. The vibe is a great, everyone is friendly!
If you are wanting to go watch a game at a local Restaurant/Bar this place is located in downtown Murphy.
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Chevelle's 66
66 Hiwassee StIf you are wanting to go watch a game at a local Restaurant/Bar this place is located in downtown Murphy.
Great steak and good food. Recommend this place for a nice dinner. Keep in mind, you will want to confirm on the hours online.
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Legends Steakhouse
42 Tennessee StreetGreat steak and good food. Recommend this place for a nice dinner. Keep in mind, you will want to confirm on the hours online.
Borgartillaga
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Boat Rentals
-Duke’s Marina: 828-835-3332
-Shook's Marina:828-837-2863
-Harbor Cove Marina: 828-644-0661
-Mountain View Marina: 828-644-5451
These marinas are located on Lake Hiwassee. Duke’s and Shooks’ are located on the “Hanging Dog” side of the lake. Harbor Cove and Mountain View marina are located on the other side of Lake Hiwassee in the “Hiwassee Dam” area.
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Fishing
We have many options for the avid fisherman. If you have a boat or would like to rent one (see boat rentals above) there are four local area lakes that you may put in a boat.
-Lake Hiwassee. Known for great bass fishing. In 2012 NC state record for Striped Bass was caught in this lake, by a local 17 year old! Weighing 66lbs.
-Lake Chatuge. Located in Clay County.
-Lake Nottley. Located in Union County, GA. Just before Blairsville, GA.
-Lake Apalachia. Also located in Cherokee County
There are also several streams and rivers for great trout fishing.
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Golf
-Old Union Golf Course: 706-745-4653
-Brasstown Valley Golf Club: 706-379-4613
-Butternut Creek Golf Course: 706-439-6076
-Chatuge Shores Golf Course: 828-389-890
-Copper Basin Golf Course: 423-496-3579
-Ridges Golf Course: 828-389-4111
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Wineries
Eagle Fork Vineyards:
225 Dick Jones Rd. Hayesville, NC 28904
828-389-VINO
eagleforkvineyards.com
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Snow Skiing
Cataloochee
Cherokee, NC
Maggie Valley, NC
800-768-0285 (1 hourfrom Murphy)
Ober Gaitlinburg
Gaitlinburg, TN 37738
800-251-9202- Ski Report
865-436-5423 (2 hours from Murphy)
Sapphire Valley Ski Area
4350 US 64 Sapphire, NC 28774
828-743-7663 (2 hours from Murphy)
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Kayak Rentals
If you are wanting to rent kayaks or paddle boards, you can call 828-557-3508 for pricing.
https://www.visitnc.com/listing/kexc/murphy-kayak-rentals