Cherokee North Carolina.

Cherokee North Carolina is the center of Cherokee culture in North Carolina. It is a stopping point when entering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and also the beginning of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Among many things, Cherokee is famous for its trout fishing. The fisheries department stocks streams yearly and maintains some of the best trout fishing in the state. NC fishing licences are not valid on the reservation but a reservation licence can be bought almost any were in town.

The Oconaluftee Indian Village is a step back in time with a recreation of Cherokee life of a long time ago. There are numerous displays of traditional crafts and reenactments to educate the visitor.

The Museum of the Cherokee Indian is also a great educational experience with displays of artifacts from Cherokee history including the Trail of Tears..

Don't miss your chance to visit Harrah's Casino, which is owned by the local Cherokee tribe. The Casino is a great place for shows and performers of national talent.