Cherokee Blog

Visiting Cherokee this fall? Get tickets for “The Sleepy Hollow Experience,” a spooky, outdoor immersive theater production at the Mountainside Theatre, home of “Unto These Hills.” “The Sleepy Hollow Experience” will run Thursday through Sunday from October 17 to November 3 with performances from 7–8:30 p.m and 9:30–11 p.m. It's the Halloween event of the year! 

The Mountains-to-Sea Trail spans 1,175 miles from the Great Smoky Mountains to the Outer Banks. Enjoy a special guided hike in Cherokee, NC, on September 7 in celebration of the Trail’s 42nd birthday.

The second annual Kananesgi Fashion Show featuring traditional and contemporary Cherokee fashions by Cherokee designers takes place on Saturday, August 17 at Cherokee Central Schools from 6 to 9 p.m. Guests can see—and shop—the fashions at the marketplace, as well as meet with the creators. 

To help you plan your next outdoor adventure in Cherokee, NC, we put together this guide of 15 hikes organized by driving distance. Choose your own adventure: waterfalls, scenic overlooks, creeks, streams, and wildflowers are all within reach! Discover a nice mix of easy hikes for the whole family, as well as some more moderate hikes if you’re looking for a challenge. (Photo by AndreDPhotography)