Jackson County is home to several charming mountain towns. Stay in the town of Cullowhee with Cashiers Vacation Rentals and explore everything the Blue Ridge Mountains has to offer. Cullowhee is best known for being the home of Western Carolina University, but there are plenty of activities for visitors as well. Explore hiking trails, fish on the Tuckasegee River, and discover art and culture on the university campus. Read on to discover the top things to do in Cullowhee, NC:
Explore the Great Outdoors
Jackson County is a paradise for nature lovers. Explore the great outdoors in Cullowhee and spend your time hiking, mountain biking, fishing, and kayaking. Hike or mountain bike 6.8 miles of multi-use trails along the Western North Carolina trail system. Then, head to East-Laporte River Access Park to access fishing and kayaking on the Tuckaseegee River.
Cullowhee is also a short drive from the Blue Ridge Parkway entrance in Balsam, where you can visit the Richland Balsam Overlook, the highest point on the parkway.
Discover Art and Culture
Experience the local arts scene at the university’s Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center. Stroll through four galleries featuring regional, national, and international artists. Or catch a live performance or cinema experience in the performance hall.
Visit Judaculla Rock and learn about the history of this sandstone boulder with 1,500 petroglyphs carved on the surface by Indigenous Cherokee people.
Grab a Meal at a Local Restaurant
After a day of adventure, visit a local bar or restaurant for food and drinks. Grab a meal at Rodgers Bros and watch the latest sports game on the TV screens. Or head down the road to Sylva for more dining options nearby. From farm-to-table meals at Foragers Canteen to delicious seafood at Creekside Oyster, there is something for everyone’s taste buds.
Reserve a Vacation Rental in Cullowhee, NC
Book your getaway with Cashiers Vacation Rentals and stay in one of our properties in Cullowhee, NC. Stay on the shores of Lake Glenville at our Peaceful Cove or Sweet Lakehouse Dreams properties. Enjoy swimming off your private dock, roasting marshmallows around the campfire, and soaking in the quiet beauty of the wooded backyard. Or book Grand View at Smoky Ridge and stay on top of the mountains. Book with us today and discover Jackson County!
