Native Winds
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This small town in Western North Carolina is surrounded by beautiful mountains, streams, waterfalls, and lakes. it's known as the Outdoor Adventure Capital of the Great Smoky Mountains thanks to the abundance of Hiking, whitewater rafting, zipline, fishing, creek tubing, biking and more.
Added to all there is here, the proximity to amazing nearby towns, make for the perfect mountain vacation headquarters. Here are just a few of the great attractions we love.
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Bryson City
This small town in Western North Carolina is surrounded by beautiful mountains, streams, waterfalls, and lakes. it's known as the Outdoor Adventure Capital of the Great Smoky Mountains thanks to the abundance of Hiking, whitewater rafting, zipline, fishing, creek tubing, biking and more.
Added to all there is here, the proximity to amazing nearby towns, make for the perfect mountain vacation headquarters. Here are just a few of the great attractions we love.
Cherokee, NC is the ancestral home of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Nation. Today, the town offers natural beauty, family attractions, outdoor activities and the rich history of the Great Smoky Mountains. Some of the main attractions that draw visitors include the Oconaluftee Indian Village, where the 18th-century Cherokee lifestyle is preserved via live demonstrations, the Mountainside Theatre, where the drama "Unto These Hills" is performed, The Museum of the Cherokee Indian, The Fire Mountain Trails (for the outdoor enthusiasts), Fish Cherokee and of course, a number of shops, restaurants, hiking trails, elk viewing and waterfalls. (We are in the Smoky's after all!)
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Cherokee
Cherokee, NC is the ancestral home of the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Nation. Today, the town offers natural beauty, family attractions, outdoor activities and the rich history of the Great Smoky Mountains. Some of the main attractions that draw visitors include the Oconaluftee Indian Village, where the 18th-century Cherokee lifestyle is preserved via live demonstrations, the Mountainside Theatre, where the drama "Unto These Hills" is performed, The Museum of the Cherokee Indian, The Fire Mountain Trails (for the outdoor enthusiasts), Fish Cherokee and of course, a number of shops, restaurants, hiking trails, elk viewing and waterfalls. (We are in the Smoky's after all!)
Sightseeing
Voted one of the “Top 10 American Train Rides” by USA Today, The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad operates rail excursions through Western NC, traveling through tunnels, across rivers and lakes, through mountain valleys and into a deep river gorge.
Each season brings something new to the train ride. In the spring, trees are budding and special excursions begin. In summer, you can add a package of whitewater rafting or ziplining to your ride. In the fall, see the colors during daily “Leaf Looker” excursions. In November and December, go on the railroad's famous, Polar Express; one of the most popular holiday events in the Smokies.
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Stóra Smoky Mountains Railway
18 Fry StVoted one of the “Top 10 American Train Rides” by USA Today, The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad operates rail excursions through Western NC, traveling through tunnels, across rivers and lakes, through mountain valleys and into a deep river gorge.
Each season brings something new to the train ride. In the spring, trees are budding and special excursions begin. In summer, you can add a package of whitewater rafting or ziplining to your ride. In the fall, see the colors during daily “Leaf Looker” excursions. In November and December, go on the railroad's famous, Polar Express; one of the most popular holiday events in the Smokies.
Did you know the Great Smoky Mountains National Park’s half-million acres are divided between Tennessee and North Carolina? With roughly 40% of the Park in Swain County, NC, Bryson City is the ideal spot for a Smoky Mountain vacation without the hustle and bustle of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.
After just a short drive from Native Winds, you will find yourself on uncrowded trails, gazing at beautiful waterfalls, and enjoying the natural beauty of the Smokies.
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Stóru Dímu Fjöllin
Did you know the Great Smoky Mountains National Park’s half-million acres are divided between Tennessee and North Carolina? With roughly 40% of the Park in Swain County, NC, Bryson City is the ideal spot for a Smoky Mountain vacation without the hustle and bustle of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.
After just a short drive from Native Winds, you will find yourself on uncrowded trails, gazing at beautiful waterfalls, and enjoying the natural beauty of the Smokies.
This 26-mile long, 10,230 acre lake offers its visitors more than 240 miles of beautiful shoreline. Unlike most lakes in the area, more than 90% of the land around the Lake is owned by either the National Park Service or the US Forest Service, assuring you a relaxing vacation on the lake.
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Fontana Lake
This 26-mile long, 10,230 acre lake offers its visitors more than 240 miles of beautiful shoreline. Unlike most lakes in the area, more than 90% of the land around the Lake is owned by either the National Park Service or the US Forest Service, assuring you a relaxing vacation on the lake.
If an adventure is what you are searching for this vacation, a visit to the Nantahala Outdoor Center is a must for your itinerary.
The 500-acre adventure campus offers guided whitewater rafting, zip lining, ropes courses, mountain biking, flatwater paddling, guided hikes and more, as well as dining at two riverside restaurants, and shopping at the Outfitter’s Store for the best in outdoor gear and apparel.
For those planning a train ride as well, you are in luck! The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad and NOC have trip packages that combine your train ride with ziplining, jeep tours or whitewater rafting! You can book these at gsmr.com
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Nantahala Outdoor Center
13077 U.S. Highway 19If an adventure is what you are searching for this vacation, a visit to the Nantahala Outdoor Center is a must for your itinerary.
The 500-acre adventure campus offers guided whitewater rafting, zip lining, ropes courses, mountain biking, flatwater paddling, guided hikes and more, as well as dining at two riverside restaurants, and shopping at the Outfitter’s Store for the best in outdoor gear and apparel.
For those planning a train ride as well, you are in luck! The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad and NOC have trip packages that combine your train ride with ziplining, jeep tours or whitewater rafting! You can book these at gsmr.com
Did you know one of the finest casinos in the Southeast is only 25 minutes from Native Winds? Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort offers a multitude of fine dining options (14 restaurants onsite!), the relaxing Mandara Spa, golf at the Sequoyah National Golf Club, a family entertainment center with arcades and bowling and, of course, all of the casino gaming you can possibly imagine!
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Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
777 Casino DrDid you know one of the finest casinos in the Southeast is only 25 minutes from Native Winds? Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort offers a multitude of fine dining options (14 restaurants onsite!), the relaxing Mandara Spa, golf at the Sequoyah National Golf Club, a family entertainment center with arcades and bowling and, of course, all of the casino gaming you can possibly imagine!
Why's this a favorite for kids? A couple reasons...
#1 There are 7,000 Lionel™ engines, cars and accessories.
#2 There are LOTS of buttons to push that make the display come to life.
#3 There is a scavenger hunt (complete it and you get a prize!)
#4 the museum has a gift/toy shop.
(Tip! You get in the museum free if riding the train!)
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Smoky Mountain Trains Museum
100 Greenlee StWhy's this a favorite for kids? A couple reasons...
#1 There are 7,000 Lionel™ engines, cars and accessories.
#2 There are LOTS of buttons to push that make the display come to life.
#3 There is a scavenger hunt (complete it and you get a prize!)
#4 the museum has a gift/toy shop.
(Tip! You get in the museum free if riding the train!)
If your little one has lots of energy, do yourself a favor and go to Darnell Farms! Why is it a top pick for Daniel? Lots of room to run, fishing, giant swings, lots to climb and Dream Whips (Think Ice Cream, but better). Seasonally, Darnell Farms has strawberry or pumpkin picking, hayrides, corn mazes, festivals, holiday lights and more.
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Darnell Farms
2300 Governors Island RdIf your little one has lots of energy, do yourself a favor and go to Darnell Farms! Why is it a top pick for Daniel? Lots of room to run, fishing, giant swings, lots to climb and Dream Whips (Think Ice Cream, but better). Seasonally, Darnell Farms has strawberry or pumpkin picking, hayrides, corn mazes, festivals, holiday lights and more.
Food scene
Our favorite coffee shop in town. Serving breakfast lunch, baked goods, and of course, coffee!
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La Dolce Vita Bakery
191 Everett StOur favorite coffee shop in town. Serving breakfast lunch, baked goods, and of course, coffee!
Serving breakfast (Thurs - Sun during season), lunch and dinner. American food, pizza and a great beer selection. Try the smoked trout dip.
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River's End Restaurant
13077 US-19Serving breakfast (Thurs - Sun during season), lunch and dinner. American food, pizza and a great beer selection. Try the smoked trout dip.
Relaxing place to spend an afternoon. 2 levels, a great patio and almost always, a food truck in back.
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Mountain Layers Brewing Company
90 Everett StRelaxing place to spend an afternoon. 2 levels, a great patio and almost always, a food truck in back.
Seriously good pizza...and everything else. A hot spot for train goers, this place offers good food, great service and a burger called the Kitchen Sink.
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Anthony's Restaurant
15 Depot StSeriously good pizza...and everything else. A hot spot for train goers, this place offers good food, great service and a burger called the Kitchen Sink.