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The Cherohala Skyway is a hidden pearl in the mountains of NC and TN. We made a one day drive, starting from Robbinsville, NC and going to Tellico...
Cherohala Skyway
States: North Carolina and Tennessee
National Forest: Nantahala National Forest, Cherokee National Forest
Length: 43.0 mi / 69.1 km
Time to Allow: Two hours to drive the byway
The Skyway offers the cultural heritage of the Cherokee tribe and early settlers in a grand forest environment in the Appalachian Mountains. Enjoy mile-high vistas and brilliant fall foliage, as well as great hiking opportunities and picnic spots in magnificent and seldom-seen portions of the southern Appalachian National Forests.
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Brilliance along the Cherohala Skyway
Nov 19, 2009
in Get Outdoors! For Fall Fun What better way to enjoy the glorious fall colors of North Carolina and Tennessee than a leisurely drive along the Cherohala Skyway? Take this scenic byway through the Cherokee and Nantahala National Forests in autumn and fall in love with the brilliant colors of the Appalachian Mountains.
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1-Day Trip: Driving the Skyway in North Carolina
(North Carolina)Enjoy mile-high vistas and brilliant fall foliage, as well as great hiking opportunities and picnic spots in magnificent and seldom seen portions...
The following byways are part of the designated byway Cherohala Skyway:
Local Information
North Carolina
North Carolina Travel & Tourism Division
919-733-4171
1-800-VISIT-NC (800-847-4862)
Tennessee
Monroe County Department of Tourism
1-800-245-5428
- Cherohala Skyway:
- The official byway website includes visitor information, maps, images, and much more.
- Cherokee National Forest:
- Visit the official website for the Cherokee National Forest for more information.
- Nantahala, Pisgah, Croatan and Uwharrie National Forests.:
- Visit the official site for the four US National Forests in North Carolina: Nantahala, Pisgah, Croatan and Uwharrie National Forests.
Print-n-Go
Visit the Print-n-Go page to view and print travel related facts about this byway for your reference as you drive Cherohala Skyway.
Forest Message
Stay awhile, and explore your National Forests. There are many scenic and recreation opportunities near scenic byways. Take time to take a hike, have a picnic, or explore a nature trail. If you are interested in camping many sites can be reserved in advance. Visit www.ReserveUSA.com, to find out more about sites which can be reserved.
