Great Smoky Mountains National Park Celebrates its 75th Anniversary

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For almost 150 years, the McGuire family has been providing high quality dental care to Sylva and the surrounding North Carolina communities. Although dentistry changed dramatically over that time, the McGuire family maintained one simple goal: provide all patients with the finest dental services in a comfortable, empathetic atmosphere...



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WNC Fly Fishing Trail
A 'Fishing' River Runs Through It
Enjoy Fishing in Jackson County Nestled in the Blue Ridge, Balsam and Smoky mountains, Jackson County, NC is a scenic haven for fly-fishing. Catch rainbow, brown, brook, or golden tr ...

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Concerts On The Creek
The Chamber Presents Free Live Music every Saturday in August from 6 to 9pm at the Sylva Bridge Park Pavilion!


Welcome to the Great Smoky Mountains and Jackson County, North Carolina


Located in the North Carolina Mountains and right in the midst of the Great Smoky Mountains, Jackson County is the ideal location for your next mountain getaway. Whatever it is you are looking for in your trip, we have it, from great accommodations, including cabin rentals, to wonderful activities, including rafting, hiking, fishing, golf, skiing, and camping.

Once you’ve found the right place to stay, whether it is a quaint Great Smoky Mountain cabin, or a friendly bed & breakfast, you will be ready to start you adventure in the North Carolina Mountains. If you enjoy fishing, the Tuckasegee River and many lakes and streams offer superb options, or you can take in the mountain scenery and wildlife on one of the area’s many hiking trails. Maybe you want to test your golf game and you can do just that on one of Jackson County’s many classic mountain golf courses. There’s so much just waiting for you to enjoy in North Carolina’s Great Smoky Mountains.


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