- Hiking and Walking Wildflower and photo walks for
all ages.
- Fishing The Hawkesdene House lies close to some of
the best trout streams known. There are also several lakes that afford good fishing.
- Boating On Nantahala and Hiawassee lakes.
- River Trips Whitewater rafting, canoeing and
kayaking on the Nantahala and Ocoee Rivers.
- Horseback Riding Stables nearby for riding or
lessons.
- Golf Beautiful mountain courses nearby.
- Theatre Numerous summer theatre productions.
- John Campbell Folk School This renowned folk school
is just minutes away, and there's always something going on.
- Precious Stones There's ruby mining close by or you
can pan for gold in The Hawkesdene House's very own stream.
- Great Smoky Mountain Railway Ride one of the most
scenic railways in the country.
- Airport The Andrews-Murphy Airport, with a 5,000 ft.
runway, is just 4 miles away. Transportation can be arranged.
- Eating Within a few miles of the Hawkesdene House
there are a variety of restaurants for just about any taste.
- Side Trips Cherokee Indian Reservation - Biltmore
House - Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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Aerial photo of
Big Stamp Mountain and Hawkesdene House
in the Valley
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