Macon County Travel Guide

North Carolina

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Popular cities in Macon County

Highlands
Known for Mountains, Hiking and Scenery
Escape to upscale Highlands! Enjoy its mountain views, hiking and golf.

Reasons to visit

  • Dry Falls
  • Highlands Country Club
  • Whiteside Mountain
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Topton
Known for Mountains, Hiking and Lakes
Come to relaxing Topton and enjoy its mountain views, hiking and marina.

Reasons to visit

  • Nantahala Lake
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Franklin
Known for Mountains, Flowers and Historical
Trip time! Discover the history, culture and churches in Franklin.

Reasons to visit

  • The Factory
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Otto
Known for Dining
Trip time! Discover the local cuisine in Otto.
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Scaly Mountain
Known for Mountains, Hiking and Relaxing
Romantic Scaly Mountain is calling! Discover its hiking, forests, theme park and more.
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Stay near popular Macon County attractions

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Nantahala Lake

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nantahala Lake during your travels in Topton. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
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