Bryson City and Cherokee – the Heart of the North Carolina Smokies

Whispering Winds cabins are within walking distance to the Tuckaseigee River where you can fish and kayak. And a few minutes from the Deep Creek area of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The crystal clear waters of Deep Creek are well known as excellent trout fishing waters. There are 3 waterfalls within an easy 3 mile walk. And you can't beat tubing down the fast waters of Deep Creek on a hot day.

Just a short 20-minute drive away you can be slowly navigating the sprawling Fontana Lake on your own pontoon rental.

If whitewater rafting is more your style, we're 20 minutes from the Nantahala River Gorge - one of the nation's premier whitewater rafting and kayaking venues. And how about a back country jeep tour?

If you're a train buff, or just a kid at heart, take a ride on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad (day trips, raft and rail, dinner train, Polar Express). And see large model layouts at the Smoky Mountain Train Museum.

Visit Cherokee, NC to see the Museum of the Cherokee Indian, Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama, and the Oconaluftee Indian Village. There's also the Mountain Farm Museum at the entrance to the National Park. Santa's Land Amusement Park. The Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians. And, of course, the excitement of Harrah's Cherokee Casino.

On-site Management: Since we live on the property, we are available to answer questions or help you with recommendations to make the most of your vacation in the Smokies.

Easy Day Trips

Asheville, NC is just one hour away. Why not visit the Biltmore Estate, take in an Asheville Tourists game and enjoy some of the fine cuisine and eclectic atmosphere that Asheville is known for.

Gatlinburg, TN is an hour's drive through the National Park. See the sights in town and then venture out to Cade's Cove for a step back in time. You can also stop at the highest point in the Park - Clingman's Dome - on the way over or back. What a view!

Cataloochee, NC is a great spot for viewing the majestic Elk that have been re-introduced into the National Park. They graze in the open fields that were once home to a small community. You are welcome to picnic, hike and visit the old buildings as well.

Maggie Valley, NC has a fun museum - Wheels Through Time.

The Blue Ridge Parkway has great scenic overlooks and stops along the way like the Cradle of Forestry and Sliding Rock.

Franklin, NC has gem mining, Fun Factory for the Kids (great for a rainy day), and the Scottish Tartans Museum. And for great entertainment, check the upcoming events at the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts.

Stecoah, NC - arts and crafts and great summer music - and gateway to Fontana Dam and Deal's Gap - world famous roads for sports car drivers and motorcyclists. Also the Cherohala Skyway scenic drive.