Franklin, NC
Franklin is located in the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains. This quaint southwestern North Carolina town offers a change of pace and an abundant supply of activities for the entire family. Franklin was recently featured in "Where to Retire Magazine" and named one of the TOP 10 places to retire.
A visit to Franklin would not be complete without a side trip to Macon County's other top ten spots in America. Lake Nantahala, located 15 miles to the east was voted #1 Splash vacations destinations by Good Morning America and National Geographic Adventure Magazine. Highlands, located 15 miles to the east has been voted tops in many categories over the last 50 years, from everything from places to live to dining and lodging.
Franklin is known as the Gem Capital of the World. The natural heritage of Franklin is not limited to mountain scenery, wildlife, rivers, and waterfalls. This area is rich in gems and minerals. Gems include rubys, sapphires, and garnets just to name a few.
Things to Do:
The Fun Factory
1024 Georgia Rd
Franklin, NC. 28734
800-482-2386
Family Fun...games, go carts, minin golf, bowling, laser tag, restaurants, and more.
Cullasaja Falls
Located in the Cullasaja Gorge
250 feet cascade/free-fall
No hike necessary-road side
Visible from US Hwy 64, 11 miles east of Franklin and 9 miles west of Highlands.
Dry Falls
Unique falls in that you can actually walk behind the falls.
80 feet free-fall
200 yard easy walk
Located on US Hwy 64, 3.5 miles from Highlands, 16.5 miles east of Franklin. Paved walking path leads to falls from parking area.
Scaley Mountain, NC 9/4/2010 - Labor Day Weekend Festival 9/5/2010 - Labor Day Weekend Festival Where to Stay:
Scaley Mountain Outdoor Center offers: snow tubing, ice skating, summer tubing ,and even trout fishing. Make sure you check the conditons before your next visit go to www.scalymountain.com
Golf (If you want to hit the linx check out)
Franklin Golf Course, 255 1st Fairway Dr, Franklin, NC 28734, (828)524-2288, Public, 9 hole, 3,080 yds, Par 36, Course Rating -78
Mill Creek Country Club, 341 Country Club Dr, Franklin, NC 28734, (828)524-6458, Public, 18 hole, 6,167 yds, Par 72, Course Rating -69
Willow Creek Golf Club, 1272 Maxwell Home Rd, Franklin, NC 28734, (828)369-8008, Public, 9 holes
Calendar of Events:
8/13/2010 - 8/14/2010 - 2nd Annual Mountain High BBQ & Music Festival
Location: Franklin, NC
When: Friday August 13th through Saturday August 14th time(TBA)
Description: Come join us for the Second Annual Mountain High BBQ & Music Festival set in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina. Franklin, NC will host this two-day event featuring authentic, mouth-watering BBQ, live entertainment, a crafters village, kids area and a tastin’ tent. Buckle up for some GREAT BBQ.......
Contact: For more information call the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce at 828-524-3161.
8/14/2010 - Ricky Skaggs
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Saturday August 14th Time (TBA)
Description: Sometimes in life, things come full circle. That's the story of Ricky Skaggs. By age 21, he was already considered a "recognized master" of one of America's most demanding art forms, but his career took him in other directions, catapulting him to popularity and success in the mainstream of country music. Now the road has brought him back to where it all began - bluegrass music.
Costs: Tickets range from $35 to $45
Contact: For more information call 866-273-4615.
8/28/2010 - Diamond Rio
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Saturday August 28th
Costs: Tickets range from $25 to $35.
Contact: For more information call 866-273-4615.
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Saturday September 4th from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Description: Featuring: Tim Surrett and Balsam Range, The Hayes Family, Jimmy Blackwood and the Blackwood Brothers Quartet, The Singing Browns, The Rochesters, and The Inspirations.
Costs: TICKETS: $10-$20
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Sunday September 5th from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Description: Featuring: The Primitives, The McKameys and The Inspirations
Costs: TICKETS: $10-$20
10/22/2010 - 10/23/2010 - 14th Annual Pumpkin Fest
Location: Downtown Franklin, NC
When: Friday October 22nd and Saturday October 23rd
Description: Come Join us for he 14th Annual Pumkin Fest. It's held in downtown Franklin along Main Street. The event features crafters, the famous pumpkin roll, live music all day, pie eating contest, games, costume contest and parade along with food. Fun for the entire family.
Contact: For more information call 828-524-2516
12/17/2010 - Oak Ridge Boys
Location: Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts 1028 Georgia Road, Franklin, NC 28734
When: Friday December 17th from 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM and from 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM.
Description: The Oak Ridge Boys, with that unmistakable four-part harmony, have produced dozens of hit songs - including "You're the One in a Million", "I'm Settin' Fancy Free", "Sail Away", and of course, "Elvira" - earned just about every industry accolade available, including Grammy, Dove, ACM, and CMA awards, and won millions of fans worldwide. Their newest albums, "The Boys are Back" and "The Oak Ridge Boys: A Gospel Journey" are now available.
Costs: TICKETS: $15-$18
Lakefront Home located directly on the shores of Lake Nantahala nestled in the Nantahala National Forest. Home features include 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bath, stack stone fireplace, pool table, fully equipped kitchen for cooking and serving, kitchenette, grill, covered decks, lakeside deck w/ firepit area, canoe, kayaks, paddle boat, fishing poles, tackle, and ski boat. All you need to do is bring your clothes and be ready to have one of best times of your life.
www.smokymountainvacationstation.com
Lakefront Home located directly on the shores of Lake Nantahala nestled in the Nantahala National Forest. Home features include 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, stack stone fireplace, pool table, fully equipped kitchen for cooking and serving, kitchenette, covered decks, lakeside deck w/ firepit area and grill, canoe, kayaks, fishing poles, tackle, and pontoon boat.
www.smokymountainvacationstation.com
Real Estate Information:
Keller Williams Realty
Evelyn Owens, ABR, SRS
Toll Free: 866-524-0113
Office: 828-524-0113
Cell: 828-332-0088
info@sellingfranklin.com
www.sellingfranklin.com
Favorite Area Restaurants:
Frog & Owl Mountain Bistro
46 East Main Street
Franklin, NC. 28734
828-349-4112
Review: Great food.
Cody's Original Roadhouse
319 Carolina Mtn Drive
Franklin, NC. 28734
828-369-8156
Review: Fun place for the whole family. Peanuts on the floor, cold big beers, and good food.