Tarheel Travel Guide
Murphy
Popular places to visit
Fields of the Wood Bible Park
You can learn about the history of Murphy with a visit to Fields of the Wood Bible Park. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Apalachia Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Apalachia Lake during your travels in Murphy. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this family-friendly area.
Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel during your visit to Murphy? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.
Hiwassee Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hiwassee Lake during your travels in Murphy. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area.
Murphy River Walk
Explore the great outdoors at Murphy River Walk, a lovely green space in Murphy. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this relaxing area.
Hanging Dog Recreation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Hanging Dog Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Murphy. Discover the mountain views and casinos in this relaxing area.
Top hotels in Tarheel
Harrah's Cherokee Valley River – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Nice place. friendly staff. clean room. check in and out was a breeze.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Lake Chatuge Lodge
Very friendly staff
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Brasstown Valley Resort & Spa
Clean room courteous staff.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Copperhead Lodge and Resort Cabin Rentals
The hotel is amazing! Check-in was fast and the accommodations were wonderful! I highly recommend staying here.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
The Mallard Hotel
the room was great. clean and comfortable. the only issue was the thin walls so the dogs barking was annoying. also the room randomly smelled like cigarette smoke so i did not like that. especially because we had a no smoking room and all the rooms around us were no smoking. the smell was coming ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Comfort Inn
We missed fruits at breakfast
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tarheel
Downtown Murphy
While Downtown Murphy isn't home to many top sights, Hiwassee River and Murphy River Walk are some notable places to visit nearby.
Upper Peachtree
You might consider checking out Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel while you're exploring Upper Peachtree and the larger Murphy area.
Indian Rock Springs
If you're spending some time in Indian Rock Springs, Nantahala National Forest is a top sight worth visiting.
