Gorgeous landscapes, walking tracks, unique plant and animal life ... Nantahala National Forest has all the ingredients for the ideal day outdoors. Load up your daypack with water and snacks and venture out into nature.

This protected natural landscape is just one of many stops to make in North Carolina. Andrews Recreation Park isn't too far from Nantahala National Forest and will be an excellent addition to your travels through the area.

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Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park

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Sep 1 - Sep 6

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New York (JFK) to Knoxville (TYS)

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,092 reviews)

The property was great. It felt like a decently modern cabin in the woods. The people working there are absolutely amazing. Super friendly and curteous. The location is quite easy to find, it is quite steep up the hill. Every hotel we stay I try to give a review based on 3 things. 1. Hospitality, 2. Premise and experience 3. Above and betodn beyond I would give it all a 5 star except the going above and and beyond. There was about 2 occasions where I needed little bit of help and both were failed. I needed to borrow a computer mouse for an hour, I had to check in

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Sea Ranch Resort

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Aug 15 - Aug 22

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New York (JFK) to Norfolk (ORF)

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)

The room was clean but there were stains on the carpet and window coverings. The aree where you go out the beach was not kept up and the hose was broken. The biggest complaint is the lack of air conditioning. The air was broken our entire stay with the room averaging any where from 88-90 degrees. The owner of the hotel was not concerned and offered no reimbursement or solutions to cool the rooms down I will not be staying here again. I try to support local business, however, I feel like in a larger hotel chain the issues would have been addressed and we would have been refunded our stay.

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Ocean Pines Resort

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Aug 15 - Aug 18

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New York (NYC) to Norfolk (ORF)

8.2/10 Very Good! (119 reviews)

It was bigger than I expected and the bedrooms were separated from each other which I really appreciated. Kitchen had everything we needed and the larger bedroom had its own TV which was convenient. The bed was hard and the mattress cover nearly non existent. The top sheet came off each time I moved around. Be prepared for a lack of Wi Fi and lack of cell reception. It was alittle dated but I would definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on May 4, 2025

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Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive

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Bartram Trail Hike plus Wine Tasting

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Chattooga: Chattooga River Rafting with Lunch

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Nantahala Lake

4.5/5(55 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nantahala Lake during your travels in Topton. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.