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Great Smoky Mountains Railroad 45 Mitchell St., Bryson City, NC 28713 Departing from the Bryson City Depot, this 4.5-hour round-trip excursion is a fantastic way to soak in the NC mountain landscapes. Harrah’s Cherokee Casino 777 Casino Dr., Cherokee, NC 28719 Harrah’s offers live dealers, concerts, sports betting, entertainment, 10+ restaurants, pools, shopping, and a spa. In addition to nearly 100 local brews on tap in downtown Sylva, the Ale Trail extends to breweries in Dillsboro and Cashiers. Judaculla Rock 552 Judaculla Rock Rd., Cullowhee, NC 28723 This mysterious boulder is covered with unexplained etchings that some believe were carved by a Native American giant. Jackson County Ale Trail W. Main St., Sylva, NC 28779 North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806 Just south of Asheville, these cultivated gardens and trails showcase the beauty and diversity of plants in the region. Panthertown Valley Trail Breedlove Rd., Cashiers, NC (Dead ends at Salt Rock Trailhead) Home to gorges, valleys, creeks, and waterfalls, this rugged backcountry recreation area offers more than 30 miles of mixed-use trails. Insider Tip: Nicknamed “Yosemite of the East,” maps are a must and can be found at PanthertownMap.com. Village Green 35 US-64, Cashiers, NC 28717 Hosting thousands of visitors and dozens of events each year, this 13+ acre park combines art, nature, play, and learning. Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail ® 773 W. Main St., Sylva, NC 28779 As the NC Trout Capital®, Jackson County

is home to this Fly Fishing Trail, which has 15 top spots to catch brook, brown, and rainbow trout. Request a free map at FlyFishingTrail.com. jackson discover NC.com