- TripBuzz found 125 things to do with kids in or near Cherokee, North Carolina, including 103 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Gatlinburg, Bryson City, Franklin and Sylva.
- From Smokemont Riding Stables to End of the Trail Horseback Riding, the Cherokee area offers 98 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Horseback Riding, Tubing and Amusement Parks (Kids).
- Cherokee is the central city within the Eastern Cherokee Reservation on the edge of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The location on the reservation means that Native American culture is the biggest draw for the area, including the living history Oconaluftee Indian Village. A large casino owned by the tribe is also accessible.
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Train enthusiasts love the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, a 'living museum' of functioning passenger trains from a bygone era. Visitors may choose from a variety of fun ride packages, and families with children should not miss their chance to ride the 'Polar Express.'
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Designed for use by all types of outdoorsmen, Tsali Recreation Area provides several trails for horseback riding, bike riding, walking or hiking. With beautiful views, this picturesque park further offers a boat ramp and camping grounds for added enjoyment.
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In operation since 1980, the Smoky Mountain Community Theater is a not for profit, volunteer driven theater organization. The theater presents a seasonally changing slate of dramatic productions each year.
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Featuring 22 lanes of bowling, Country Side Bowling Lanes provides bowlers with shoe rental and a pro shop. It also has arcade games, pool and air hockey tables and a snack bar offering food, soft drinks and alcohol.
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With access to the Nantahala River, Dillsboro River Company takes visitors for a white water rafting excursion through class 2 rapids. The river is warmer than most rivers, averaging at 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
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A traditional, 22 lane bowling alley, Thunder Lanes of Sylva offers open bowling as well as tournament and league play. The alley also has a video game arcade, pool tables, and a snack bar.
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Located behind the Sylva Pool, Poteet Park was named for former town employee Charles Poteet and was designed with input from children. There is a large playground with wooden structures, benches and covered picnic areas.
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Originally opened in 1978 as a twin theater, Quin Theaters is a four-screen movie theater that displays first-run feature films. The theater offers Dolby digital sound and a concession area with food and drinks.
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The Jackson County Museum curates collections about the region's history and culture. Visitors can browse exhibits, photographs, artifacts, writings, and art work from the area's native beginnings to the present.
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Providing a full day adventure to older children and adults, Raft & Rail offers a special combination package. Guests ride a train up the Nantahala River Gorge then combine the trip with whitewater rafting, a zipline canopy tour, or a Jeep tour.