One of our favorite things about spending time in Maggie Valley is heading out with a camera and seeing where the day takes us. The mountains of Western North Carolina provide an almost endless collection of subjects: waterfalls tucked into … Read More
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Why Our Guests Keep Coming Back to High Hopes Cabin
We could tell you why we think High Hopes Cabin is special, but our guests often say it better. Over time, certain themes have appeared again and again in guest feedback: the small details that make the cabin feel comfortable, … Read More
Best Mountain Towns & Main Streets Near Maggie Valley, NC
Best Mountain Towns & Main Streets Near Maggie Valley, NC One of the best things about staying in Maggie Valley is that you do not have to choose between a peaceful mountain retreat and interesting places to explore. Maggie Valley … Read More
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds: Events, Shows & Visitor Guide
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds: Events, Shows & Visitor Guide The Maggie Valley Festival Grounds are one of the centers of community life in Maggie Valley, North Carolina. During festival season, the grounds host everything from arts and crafts festivals and … Read More
Best Time to Visit Maggie Valley, NC: What Every Season Is Like at High Hopes Cabin
Best Time to Visit Maggie Valley, NC: What Every Season Is Like at High Hopes Cabin One of our favorite things about High Hopes Cabin is that the view from the porch never looks exactly the same twice. The porch, … Read More
Maggie Valley, NC FAQ: What to Know Before Your First Visit
How far is Maggie Valley from Great Smoky Mountains National Park? Maggie Valley is just 10 to 15 miles (a 20-minute drive) from the Oconaluftee Visitor Center entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Cherokee, NC. Additionally, Maggie Valley … Read More
Lake Junaluska, NC: Things to Do & Visitor Guide Near Maggie Valley
Lake Junaluska, NC: Things to Do & Visitor Guide Near Maggie Valley Lake Junaluska is one of those Western North Carolina destinations that can be as active or as relaxing as you want it to be. Located near Maggie Valley … Read More
Best Things to Do in Maggie Valley, NC: 12 Must-Do Experiences + Local Trip-Planning Tips
If you’re wondering what to do in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, start with the experiences that make this corner of the Smoky Mountains special: drive the Blue Ridge Parkway, watch for elk in Cataloochee Valley, visit Soco Falls, explore Great … Read More
Maggie Valley vs. Gatlinburg: Why Most Travelers Choose Wrong
Both sit on the doorstep of the Great Smoky Mountains. One delivers a true mountain escape. The other just looks like one. It’s one of the most common questions we hear from first-time Smoky Mountain visitors: Maggie Valley or Gatlinburg? … Read More
Best Cabin Rental in Maggie Valley, NC: What to Look For Before You Book
Best Cabin Rental in Maggie Valley, NC: What to Look For Before You Book Planning a Maggie Valley vacation often starts with one big decision: where should you stay? For many visitors, a cabin is part of the reason to … Read More
Maggie Valley Waterfall Road Trips: Routes to See Multiple Waterfalls
Maggie Valley Waterfall Road Trips: Routes to See Multiple Waterfalls One of the best activities to do during the warm months is hike to some of the many waterfalls that western North Carolina has to offer. The views are spectacular, … Read More
Where to See Elk in Maggie Valley, NC: Cataloochee & Elk Viewing Guide
Where to See Elk in Maggie Valley, NC: Cataloochee & Elk Viewing Guide Seeing an elk in the mountains of Western North Carolina can become one of the most memorable moments of a Maggie Valley vacation. These enormous animals are … Read More