Cherohala Skyway
Places to Visit
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Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest (NC)
This forest honors Joyce Kilmer, the poet best remembered for his poem, "Trees."
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: The Memorial Forest may be reached by following US 129 North of Robbinsville and taking 143 West, also known as Massey Branch Road. Follow the signs.
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Junaluska Memorial and Museum (NC)
This museum honors Junaluska, the Cherokee Warrior, and is dedicated to preserving Cherokee Heritage.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: In Robbinsville
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Nantahala National Forest (NC)
Nantahala is a Cherokee Indian word meaning land of the noonday sun, a fitting name for the deep valleys and gorges of the Nantahala.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: The North Carolina section of the Cherohala Skyway traverses the Nantahala National Forest over its entire length.
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Located near the easternmost end of the Byway, Robbinsville is the gateway to areas like the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: Off of NC 143 and US 129.
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Just off the skyway, this is a beautiful waterfall any time of year.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: South of the Skyway along the Tellico River.
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Enjoy a snack or a picnic lunch at Brushy Ridge, which overlooks Sassafras Ridge as well as several other ridges that run south to the Tellico River.
Location: Cherokee National Forest
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The Cherokee National Forest, known for its spectacular white water, might be thought of as the "Land of Waterfalls."
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: The Tennessee section of the Cherohala Skyway travels through the forest.
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This reconstructed British fort is located at an island on Lake Tellico. The fort was originally used from 1756-1760. A visitor's center is now located on the island and offers a history and explanation of the French and Indian War.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: North of the byway on state roadway 360.
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From Lake View, a distant view of Tellico Lake can be seen; this is a perfect place to capture a picture of the area.
Location: Off of SR 165 on the Cherohala Skyway.
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Take a boat ride on the world's largest underground lake.
Distance from byway: On the byway Directions: The Lost Sea is located off Interstate 75 on Tennessee Highway 68 in Sweetwater, TN.
