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  • About Us

    About Us Take a Journey to the Home OF the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians The Qualla Boundary – The Original Home of the Cherokee The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is a sovereign nation with more than 15,000 enrolled members and is the only federally recognized Native American tribe in North Carolina. The Eastern…

  • Stickball

    Stickball the Game Known as The Little Brother of War a living cultural tradition Stickball has always been much more than a game to the Cherokee people. Though once this ancient sport served a judicial or diplomatic function by settling tribal disputes before they led to war, today it’s a living cultural tradition. Stickball games…

  • Camping

    Camping in Cherokee sleep beneath a tapestry of stars It’s details that can make your vacation very memorable, and campgrounds in the Smoky Mountains strive to provide unique experiences guaranteed to create memories that last a lifetime. Kids can get the time they need to burn off their vacation excitement and grown ups can get…

  • Culture

    The Cherokee Culture The culture of the Cherokee people is a rich, deep narrative that yearns to be explored. We are cherokee. The Cherokee people are strong, resilient, and creative. This description rings true today as much as it did yesterday. Much has changed in today’s Cherokee from that of times past, yet many things…

  • Home

    Once you stay in Cherokee, part of you never leaves. TALKING TREES CHILDREN’S TROUT DERBY: ONLINE-ONLY REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! REGISTER NOW Are you ready for adventure? A culture, a people, and a place that’s actually a sovereign nation, Cherokee is located right in the heart of Western North Carolina. It’s also base camp for hiking…