Adventures of Tellico

Things to Do in Tellico Plains

Discover the charm of Tellico Plains, TN while staying at Tellico Cabins! Explore breathtaking trails in the Cherokee National Forest, enjoy fishing on the Tellico River, or relax in the peaceful mountain scenery. Your perfect getaway awaits, combining adventure with the comfort of home!

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Charles Hall Museum

As a National Park Service official stop on the Trail of Tears National Historic Trail, the museum is well worth the visit!

Child smiling on a pink flamingo float in a lake, with splashing water and a blurred shoreline behind.

Big Bear Tubing

Enjoy tubing on the Tellico River, and spend fun days on the water with your family.

Fruit and root vegetable market stall with colorful produce arranged in wooden baskets and trays

Tellico Plains Farm Market

Shop for fresh produce and homemade goods.

A spotted fish being held in shallow water by a hand

Tellico Outfitters

Take a guided fishing tour to enjoy the best spots and the greatest catches.

Rocky cave wall glowing in warm light above dark blue water

The Lost Sea

Explore Craighead Caverns and America's largest underground lake.

Cows standing in a dim barn, one white cow in front with ear tags.

Sweetwater Valley Farm

Fresh cheese, a yummy cafe, and guided farm tours make this a fun stop.

Dog sniffing a heart-shaped memorial plaque with a painted portrait and trees outdoors

Sequoyah Birthplace Museum

Learn more about Sequoyah, his life, and his ties to local history.

Rainbow trout held in hands, with wet scales and a fishing lure in its mouth.

Get Out & Explore

No visit to Tellico is truly complete without a journey along River Road, a picturesque 20-mile stretch that winds alongside the Tellico River. A renowned location for some of the finest trout fishing in the eastern United States, the Tellico River offers the perfect mix of beauty and adventure.

Rocky river rapids flowing through a forested canyon in autumn colors

Green Cove

Winding along River Road beside the Tellico River takes you to the Green Cove angler community.

Muddy water flowing through a rectangular concrete channel, with ripples and wet edges.

Tellico Trout Hatchery

Continue along the road, and you'll arrive at the Tellico Trout Hatchery.

Waterfall cascading over dark rocks in a forest with autumn foliage

Bald River Falls

Ascend to the summit for breathtaking views or extend your journey for an exceptional multi-mile trek.

Calm river at sunset reflecting autumn trees and a rocky shoreline in a forested valley

Best Trails in the Area

Explore the many hiking trails near Tellico Plains, TN.

Mountain Visitor Center building with a red sign, steep gray roof, and an American flag

Cherohala Skyway

Experience the thrill of riding or driving the Tail of the Dragon and Cherohala Skyway loop!

Wooded trail in autumn with fallen leaves and informational signs by the path

Indian Boundary Recreation Area

Just off the first part of the Skyway is the Indian Boundary Recreation Area.

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Santeetlah Lake

As you enter North Carolina, you will come across Santeetlah Lake.

Lakeside restaurant with a red umbrella terrace beside a calm river, surrounded by lush green trees

Tapoco Lodge

Savor a meal at the historic Tapoco Lodge.

Hydroelectric dam in a river valley with autumn trees and clear blue sky

Cheoah Dam

The dam was made famous by the 1993 film “The Fugitive,” with Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones.

A winding road through dense autumn forest with colorful trees in red, gold, and green.

Tail of the Dragon

Just a few miles away is the renowned 318 curves of the 11-mile Tail of the Dragon.

Rocky riverbank beside a blue river, with a dam and green forest under a bright cloudy sky

Fontana Dam

Just a short drive from the thrilling Tail of the Dragon, you'll find Fontana Dam.

Sunset over a forested valley from a rocky cliff with trees silhouetted in the foreground

Appalachian Trail

Discover the beauty of the Appalachian Trail.

More local resources can be found on Monroe County site.

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