Mine for native gemstones with one of the oldest mining families in North Carolina. Documented by National Geographic Magizine. Mining this area since 1810. Featured on PBS and in Readers Digest. Open year-round with covered flumes. Heated indoor flume in winter with warm water. Gemcutting &
Spruce Pine, NC Pioneer HistoryEnjoy hayrides following the path of the Revolutionary War mountain soldiers or storytelling hayrides about our part of the mountains. An Appalachian cultural & historical center celebrating the people, music, art &
Spruce Pine, NC Orchards Exhibits feature minerals and gems found in North Carolina. Fun, interactive displays explain the importance of mining in the region.
Spruce Pine, NC Museums
Challenging par-72 golf course offering small, fast bentgrass greens and a 90 cart path rule, weather permitting. Championship (6277 yards, 70.2 rating, 132 slope); Middle (5744 yards, 68.0 rating, 125 slope); Forward (4797 yards, 68.9 rating, 125 slope). 18 holes, par 72. clubhouse, rstrnt./
Spruce Pine, NC Golf CoursesWhitewater rafting on the Nantahala River. Trips last 2 1/2 hours. Life jackets, paddle and shuttle furnished. Change of clot...
Privately owned motel in the heart of Franklin. Convenient to area restaurants and attractions. AAA & AARP Discounts, Swimm...
Lakemont Cottages offers you a woodland retreat in a cool setting of woods, and bubbling streams. Located only minutes away f...
Stay with us! We offer complimentary continental breakfast, cable, internet access, pets allowed in some rooms (and dog kenne...