Haywood County, NC
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THIS LOVELY PORTION OF THE COUNTRY OFFERS A TRUE AUTHENTIC OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE FILLED WITH ADVENTURE, FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES AND UNIQUE EVENT LOCATIONS
Blue Ridge Parkway
PLANNER PERSPECTIVE
“The NC Smokies is a great plac e for hosting our annual event. All of our participants enjoy staying in the mountains, exploring the national park and parkway. They especially love the fresh mountain air and open space.” — Matthew Bounds, SOWO Partners
Lake Junaluska
Maggie Valley
Haywood County, home to the Great Smoky Mountains, is located 20 miles west of Asheville, 20 minutes east of Cherokee and two hours and 30 minutes from Atlanta. Haywood County resides around 30 minutes from the Asheville Regional Airport, which offers daily flights across the country.
FACILITY SPOTLIGHT
Lake Junaluska
Golfi g, fishi g, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, tennis Nestled in the Great Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina, Lake Junaluska is a tranquil body of water that covers 200 acres amid a peaceful mountain setting. With 60,000 sq f t of meeting and event space in total and room for 2,000 overnight visitors the lake is ready to host your next event.
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
Festivals, concerts, car shows, archery, grass volleyball, 3v3 soccer The festival grounds, which reside in the heart of Maggie Valley is within walking distance of shopping, dining and lodging. This 8-acre fenced in facility includes a permanent stage, lights, restrooms and plenty of parking.
Smoky Mountain Event Center
Equestrian, dog competitions, cornhole, timber-sports, CrossFit, archery The fairgrounds is comprised of two
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