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Smoky Mountain Host of NC Inc.

Smoky Mountain Host of NC Inc. is a private, non-profit organization promoting travel and tourism in the counties of:

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Heritage Villas

Located in downtown Franklin, these one room efficiency rentals are quiet, clean and cozy but within walking distance of downtown shopping, museums, dining etc. All have Cable, A/C &

Franklin, NC Businesses

Nantahala National Forest

The Nantahala National Forest encompasses more than a half-million acres of pristine woodlands. Elevations from a high of 5,800 feet to a low of 1,200

Franklin, NC Parks



Things to do Pioneer History near Franklin, NC

Old Pressley Sapphire Mine

An original mine. Birthplace of the World's Largest Blue Star Sapphires, "The Star of the Carolinas" and "The Southern Star" ...

Jackson Hole Trading Post

Cleanest gem mine around! Located on Waterfall Dr. between Franklin and Highlands on Hwy. 64. Custom jewelry, semiprecious co...

Sheffield Mine

As seen on the Travel Channel! We're right in the heart of gem mining country, minutes from Franklin. Our mine is great fun f...

Moonstone Gem Mine

Native & enriched gem mine....