- The list below includes 58 free or cheap things to do in or near Hayesville, North Carolina, including 66 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Parks, Horseback Riding and Rafting.
- From Chatuge Dam & Recreation Area to Jackrabbit Mountain Bike & Hiking Trails, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hayesville and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Helen, Blairsville, Murphy and Hiawassee.
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1056 Chatuge Dam Road, Hayesville, NC 28904
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At 144 feet tall, Chatuge Dam & Recreation Area features a large dam for visitors to bike and walk on. While on the trail, visitors can see panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.
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The hiking and biking trails found throughout Jackrabbit Mountain Bike & Hiking Trails are designed for individuals of all skill levels. Most of the trails are either easy or moderately difficult, but all feature beautiful scenery amidst tall trees.
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Conveniently located, Chunk Gal Stables offers horseback riding for individuals of all ages. Set at the base of the Chunky Gal Mountain, there are a variety of trails to choose from, each offering its own natural beauty.
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Fred Hamilton Gardens are botanical gardens which feature more that 400 varieties of rhododendron and a variety of other flowers and plants such as trillium, magnolias and more. The gardens also include multiple trails and offer scenic views of Lake Chatuge and Brasstown Bald.
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1311 Music Hall Road, Hiawassee, GA 30546
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Established in 1982, the Fred Hamilton Rhododendron Garden features a large array of rhododendrons in addition to a variety of other flowers and trees, including azaleas and violets. The garden hosts special events and gatherings.
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Stand-up paddleboard tour provider Southern Water Trails LLC is based in Hiawassee, Georgia. Kids and adults enjoy exploring the local waterways on their own self-propelled, floating board. All gear rental fees are included in the tour price.
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With views of the surrounding hills and lake, Towns County Recreation Center has a gym for visitors to work out in. The gym has cardio equipment, weights, elliptical machines, and more.
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Owned and operated by Young Harris College, the Rollins Planetarium is located in Young Harris, Georgia. It seats 104 comfortably and its dome measures almost 50 feet in diameter. The planetarium is a popular destination for school field trips and homeschooling groups.
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With views of the Tusquitee Mountains, Lake Chatuge Recreation Area offers visitors an area to boat, swim, and fish. It also has a trail circling the lake that visitors can walk on.
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Saunooke Village, Cherokee, NC 28789
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Explore history and tradition at the Cherokee Heritage Museum and Gallery in North Carolina. Visitors to the museum will have the chance to tour various historical sites while also enjoying exhibits dedicated to the celebration and preservation of the culture.