15 Best Waterfalls Near Maggie Valley, NC One of the best things to do during the warm months from High Hopes Cabin is chase waterfalls. Western North Carolina has hundreds of them, ranging from five-minute roadside stops to half-day hikes, … Read More
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Romantic Getaway vs. Family Vacation in Maggie Valley: Which Trip Is Right for You?
For a couple, the perfect mountain trip might mean slow mornings, scenic drives, dinner in town, a private hot tub and a quiet evening beside the fireplace. For a family, the same destination can mean waterfalls, wildlife, skiing, easy day … Read More
Best Photography Spots Near Maggie Valley, NC
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
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