Quick Summary:

  • Maggie Valley, North Carolina lies on the edge of the scenic Great Smoky Mountains National Park, as well as two national forests, which provide visitors and locals alike with abundant outdoor recreation opportunities.
  • Possible outdoor activities include horseback riding, whitewater rafting, biking, camping, and hiking.
  • Visitors will find some of the most stunning scenic mountain scenery.
  • However, there’s more to Maggie Valley than the “Great Outdoors.”
  • The town is home to museums, several restaurants serving delicious food, a winery, and even the first legal distillery in Haywood County.


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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Wheels Through Time Transportation Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture
Wheels Through Time Transportation Museum | Tourism in Maggie Valley, North Carolina
© Wheels Through Time Transportation Museum

2. B&C Winery ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Food & Drink
B&C Winery | Tourism in Maggie Valley, North Carolina
© B&C Winery

3. St. Margaret Of Scotland Maggie Valley

St. Margaret Of Scotland Maggie Valley | Tourism in Maggie Valley, North Carolina
© St. Margaret Of Scotland Maggie Valley

4. Frankie's Italian Trattoria

Frankie's Italian Trattoria | Tourism in Maggie Valley, North Carolina
© Frankie's Italian Trattoria

5. J. Arthur's Restaurant

Category: Food & Drink
J. Arthur's Restaurant | Tourism in Maggie Valley, North Carolina
© J. Arthur's Restaurant

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