Nantahala Bay Travel Guide
Hiawassee
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Popular places to visit

Brasstown Bald Mountain
Explore the great outdoors at Brasstown Bald Mountain and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Hamilton Gardens
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Hamilton Gardens, a lovely green space in Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.

Boundary Waters Marina
Explore the waterfront in Hiawassee with a trip to Boundary Waters Marina. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds during your stay in Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
High Shoals Falls Trailhead
You can take time to visit High Shoals Falls Trailhead during your travels to Hiawassee. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its cosy cafes.
Hightower Creek Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Hightower Creek Vineyards during your travels to Hiawassee. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do

Helen Haunts, Murder, Mystery Tour With Paranormal Investigation

Helen Hike Wine and Dine Private Tour from Atlanta

Atlanta - Visit Several GA Wineries - Pickup and Driver Included
Top hotels in Nantahala Bay

Harrah's Cherokee Valley River – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Great room
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa
Great staff. Easy check in. Clean rooms (beds were a little hard, but fine for a night). Delicious food. Nice little romantic getaway!
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Helendorf River Inn, Suites & Conference Center
Easy parking, clean room and easy access to downtown. Just wish the curtains closed all the way to block out the Christmas decoration that was shining brightly in the window.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Lake Chatuge Lodge
Room was great. Staff was friendly and helpful. The atmosphere was very nice. I totally enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Alpine Valley Inn
Really cute little town convenient to Jackson Hole.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Helen
Guy at front desk was Awesome!
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nantahala Bay

Cedar Cliff
If you're spending some time in Cedar Cliff, Chatuge Lake and Hiwassee River are top sights worth seeing.
