Cullowhee, NC

Travel Guide

Difficult hike. Worth the effort! Boulders 3/4 my height to navigate. I'm 5'3". It took 1.5 hr in and 1.5 hr out. Beautiful foliage and wildlife to view! Enjoy
Difficult hike. Worth the effort! Boulders 3/4 my height to navigate. I'm 5'3". It took 1.5 hr in and 1.5 hr out. Beautiful foliage and wildlife to view! Enjoy
Cullowhee Falls #takeahike
Alumni Tower
Blue Ridge Pkwy

Where to stay in Cullowhee

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Summer Hill

When in Summer Hill, you can plan a visit to Lake Glenville and Old Edwards Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Summer Hill
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination

4 out of 5
777 Casino Drive Cherokee NC
The price is NT$1,853 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
NT$1,853
NT$3,329 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,150 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2026/2/9

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee

2.5 out of 5
436 Paint Town Road Cherokee NC
The price is NT$2,671 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
NT$2,671
NT$3,072 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (824 reviews)
Super clean. Very nice staff. Great location. Breakfast options were on the weak side.

Reviewed on 2026/2/11

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee

2.5 out of 5
1636 Acquoni Rd Cherokee NC
Stay at this hotel in Cherokee. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,930 reviews)
Always a great stay.

Reviewed on 2026/2/8

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Cozy Creek Cottages

Cozy Creek Cottages

3 out of 5
163 Moody Farm Rd Maggie Valley NC
Book a stay at this golf cottage in Maggie Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Cataloochee Ski Area and Wheels Through Time ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
The name is so fitting, rooms are very cozy!

Reviewed on 2026/1/23

Cozy Creek Cottages
Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley

3.5 out of 5
127 B Cherokee Trail Sapphire NC
Book a stay at this golf condo in Sapphire. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (452 reviews)
The property is well kept and provides abundant space for the price. It's a great location as a base camp to explore the area .

Reviewed on 2026/2/9

Foxhunt at Sapphire Valley
Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

Maggie Valley Cabin Rentals

3 out of 5
5 Tobacco Barn Rd Maggie Valley NC
Stay at this cabin in Maggie Valley. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Cataloochee Ski Area and Tube World are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (227 reviews)
Awesome

Reviewed on 2025/12/28

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Popular places to visit

Alumni Tower

Western Carolina University

Explore the campus of Western Carolina University, during your travels in Cullowhee. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Western Carolina University
Lake Glenville is a reservoir located 8 miles from Cashiers, North Carolina.

Lake Glenville

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Glenville during your travels in Cullowhee. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Lake Glenville
North Carolina Waterfall near Rosman and Brevard - Eastatoe Falls

High Falls Trail

Explore the great outdoors at High Falls Trail and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Cullowhee. Amble around the area's forest, or seek out its hiking trails.

High Falls Trail

Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center

Catch an event at Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center during your trip to Cullowhee. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center

Judaculla Rock

Find out about the history of Cullowhee when you take a trip to Judaculla Rock. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Judaculla Rock

Arrowmont Stables

You can take time to visit Arrowmont Stables during your travels to Cullowhee. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.

Arrowmont Stables

Reviews of Cullowhee

3.7
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice quiet college town with awesome mountain views and a lot of outdoor activities close by. Also great little towns are nearby with quaint shopping and dining.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Very few dining options. Cookout restaurant was our favorite pick!

Cities near Cullowhee

Dam turn into a nice waterfall. Side road waterfall u can see from the parking lot. #green

Highlands

Lake Glenville in the Fall near Cashiers, North Carolina

Glenville

Kituwah an ancient Native American settlement near the upper Tuckasegee River

Tuckasegee