24 Hours in Cherokee: Essentials for Those Short on Time

This story is tailored to showcase the essence of Cherokee, North Carolina, from the popular Mingo Falls hike to the history and culture of the Cherokee people. Learn more

When visiting Cherokee, North Carolina, for one day you’ll find a lot of things you can choose from to fill your day. Here are my top picks plus some other suggestions.

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Hike to Mingo Falls

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Museum of the Cherokee People

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Breakfast at Peter’s Pancakes and Waffles

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We enjoyed our stay at Stonebrook Lodge. While the room was not particularly large, it was nice and clean.

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