Nantahala Bay Travel Guide
Hiawassee
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Popular places to visit

Brasstown Bald Mountain
Explore the great outdoors at Brasstown Bald Mountain and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Hamilton Gardens
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Hamilton Gardens, a lovely green space in Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Boundary Waters Marina
Explore the waterfront in Hiawassee with a trip to Boundary Waters Marina. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds during your stay in Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
High Shoals Falls Trailhead
You can take time to visit High Shoals Falls Trailhead during your travels to Hiawassee. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its cosy cafes.
Unicoi Gap Trailhead
You can take time to visit Unicoi Gap Trailhead during your travels to Hiawassee. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Things to do

Helen Haunts, Murder, Mystery Tour With Paranormal Investigation

Helen Hike Wine and Dine Private Tour from Atlanta

Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Wilmington
Top hotels in Nantahala Bay

Days Inn by Wyndham Helen
Our room was clean and felt like this was a good value. They are pet friendly and had a large refrigerator in the room as well.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Harrah's Cherokee Valley River – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Overall good experience, food choices aren’t great
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Lake Chatuge Lodge
Enjoyed the stay.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn Helen
Quiet in the off season but staff was friendly and helpful. Property was in reasonably god condition and very convenient to walking in the town.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa
Great service
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center
Very restful, will be coming back soon
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nantahala Bay

Cedar Cliff
If you're spending some time in Cedar Cliff, Chatuge Lake and Hiwassee River are top sights worth seeing.
