Cherokee

Cherokee, North Carolina is home to the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indian Nation.  Nestled in the oldest mountains on earth, the Great Smoky Mountains, Cherokee invites you to experience the natural beauty of Western North Carolina.   Rich history, coupled with a gorgeous outdoor playground is invitation enough for the nature enthusiast in us to come play in Cherokee.

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Raven Fork near Cherokee, NC
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The Mountain Views of Cherokee, NC
The great outdoors of Cherokee, North Carolina  beckons you to breathe in her pristine views and clear mountain waterways.  Let the Oconaluftee River wash over you, renewing your spirit as you lazily float the stress away.  History combines with arts and crafts in the cultural district to offer you an array of entertainment choices from the renowned Summer play, Unto These Hills, to the native artisan crafters of Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual.

Unto These Hills Drama

 Tracing the journey of the Trail of Tears in this Summer-Stock play that has been a  tradition since the 1950's.

Qualla Arts and Crafts Mutual 

Art is just as much a part of the tapestry in Cherokee as craft is passed down from the generations along with stories.   

The MUSEUM of the Cherokee

Be transported as you step back in time and  walk through a living history of the footsteps of Cherokee Indian. 
As day turns into evening the night life can be felt by the heartbeat of the drum. Weekend fun begins with family friendly activities such as Music on the River and stories around the Bonfire at Island Park.  From sunrise to sunset culture is alive here in Cherokee regardless of the hour.  

HArrah's Cherokee Casino

Harrah's Cherokee Casino is the main attraction and where you can find something to do all hours of the day and night.  Whether you like to bowl, enjoy a romantic evening for two, take in a concert with friends or just come for the World Series of Poker, Harrah's has you covered.  We recommend you leave your car with us and take the Cherokee Shuttle to the Casino.   If you do plan on staying past 11pm, we can recommend local taxi services that will pick you up.  We want you to enjoy your stay in Cherokee and return often to visit.  
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Harrah's Cherokee Casino and Resort has all the fun adults are looking for under one roof from award winning restaurants and legendary musicians to an evening of roulette, black jack, and poker tournaments. You are sure to enjoy your stay.