Clarks Chapel Travel Guide

Franklin

Popular places to visit

Towering observation part of a traditional 19th century factory, Laurel, MD, USA

The Factory

You can take time to visit The Factory during your travels to Franklin. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

The Factory

Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

Take the family on an outing to Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts during your trip to Franklin. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts

Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine

You can find out about the history of Franklin when you stop by Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine

Sheffield Mine

Find out about the history of Franklin when you spend time at Sheffield Mine. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Sheffield Mine

Mill Creek Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Franklin at Mill Creek Country Club. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Mill Creek Country Club

Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine

You can find out about the history of Franklin when you stop by Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine

Things to do

Carolina Waterfalls and Highlands Private VIP Boutique Tour

Carolina Waterfalls and Highlands Private VIP Boutique Tour

฿10,866
per adult
Carolina Waterfalls and Highlands Private VIP Boutique Tour
Bartram Trail Hike plus Wine Tasting

Bartram Trail Hike plus Wine Tasting

฿4,936
per adult
Bartram Trail Hike plus Wine Tasting
Horseback Riding

Georgia Horseback Ride with Wine Tasting

฿8,820
per adult
Georgia Horseback Ride with Wine Tasting
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Top hotels in Clarks Chapel

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
248 WBI Drive Dillsboro NC
The price is ฿3,024 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿3,024
฿3,418 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dillsboro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
We loved our stay here. The area seems a little sketchy but it is a great property on the river with a great breakfast, indoor pool with a hot tub, fire pit, and outdoor rocking chairs. Only thing I wish we did differently was get a room facing the water with a balcony. We would definitely stay ...

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG

2.5 out of 5
26 Rufus Robinson Road Sylva NC
The price is ฿3,026 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿3,026
฿3,419 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Sylva. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard

2 out of 5
13 Royalty Ln Dillard GA
The price is ฿2,071 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿2,071
฿2,546 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dillard. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Clean nice and easy. Room was great and so was the price. Local cafe opposite also great.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee

2.5 out of 5
1235 E. Main Street Sylva NC
The price is ฿3,114 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿3,114
฿3,519 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sylva. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
The breakfast is not great but the rooms are clean and it is great if you are a WCU family

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee
Highlander Mountain House

Highlander Mountain House

3.5 out of 5
270 Main Street Highlands NC
The price is ฿4,901 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
฿4,901
฿5,379 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Highlands. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (225 reviews)
I liked the atmosphere, design and restaurant dinner. Lunch and breakfast could be better

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Highlander Mountain House
Nantahala Cabins

Nantahala Cabins

3 out of 5
580 Nantahala Cabins Ln Bryson City NC
The price is ฿3,515 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
฿3,515
฿8,976 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Bryson City. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bryson City Gem Mine and Swain ...
9/10 Wonderful! (113 reviews)
Great room. Great atmosphere. Clean room and hot tub. I had the perfect time and it was my birthday!

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Nantahala Cabins
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