The Trail crosses the highway three miles from the lodge. There are many places in the area to pick up the trail. For the more adventuresome, take a day hike to Wesser Bald, Cheoah Bald, or Wayah Bald. This entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers well maintained hiking trails which are excellent for people of all ages. If you take the Loop Trail, it becomes more rugged.
Trails wander through lush forest and beside mountain streams.
Picturesque waterfalls are an added bonus. Picnic areas, and restroom facilities are available. Scenic Wonders Fontana Dam This immense dam, creating Fontana Lake, was built in the 40's as part of a power generation effort for the war. Drop by the visitors center for the story in pictures, and ride the cable car into the dam itself. The drive is through the Nantahala and Cherokee National Forests, thus the name Cherohala.