Local Activities

Rafting The Cherokee National Forest is graced with a wondrous natural beauty and is a protected wildlife sanctuary. The area offers trophy trout fishing, horseback riding, canoeing on the Hiwassee River and hiking on the John Muir Trail, all only minutes away from your dream vacation cabin. For those with a more adventurous spirit, the Ocoee River, site of the 1996 Olympics, offers white water rafting and kayaking.

If you just want to relax you can take Dogwood Trail to our meditation pond and do absolutely nothing! For those with a more adventurous spirit, the Ocoee River, site of the 1996 Olympics, offers whitewater rafting and kayaking or you can go mountain climbing at the bluffs at 1,000 feet above the Hiwassee River.

At Whispering Ridge Cabins we are just 13 miles from the Cherohala Skyway, a 52-mile scenic highway that starts at Tellico Plains, Tennessee and ends in Robinsville, North Carolina. This is something you must see! Amazing scenic views and elevations of over 5,000 feet create an awe-inspiring experience. There are also scenic overlooks along the way as well as areas where you can picnic and hike. All of this and more only minutes away from your dream vacation cabin. Call us today (or book online) and make your reservation.

Cherokee National Forest Hiking

The Cherokee National Park offers many hiking areas. Hike to magnificent waterfalls or just casually walk along the John Muir Trail. For those who are more daring, hike up the many mountain trails or ask for a guided mountain tour including climbing and rappelling. The view at the top is breathtaking!

Recommended Cabins:

The Hiwassee
The Davy Crockett
The Woodsman
The Mountaineer

Hiwassee River Fishing

Fishing the Hiwassee River is world famous for its exceptional trout fishing. In addition to the Hiwassee River, many other local area rivers and lakes offer great fresh water fishing, a dream come true for fishermen!

Recommended Cabins:

The Hiwassee
The Davy Crockett
The Woodsman
The Mountaineer

Whitewater Rafting on the Ocoee River

This class IV white water river, site of the 1996 Olympsics, offers exciting guided whitewater rides. Experience the excitement of an untamed river in the safety of state of the art rafts with experienced guides. An adventure not to be missed!

Ocoee Dam 1 Schedule

Ocoee Whitewater Rafting Schedule Dam 1

Ocoee Dam 2 Schedule

Ocoee Whitewater Rafting Schedule Dam 2

Ocoee Dam 3 Schedule

Ocoee Whitewater Rafting Schedule Dam 3

Recommended Cabins:

The Hiwassee
The Davy Crockett
The Woodsman
The Mountaineer

Hiwassee River Tubing & Rafting

For a more relaxing river trip, float down the scenic Hiwassee River. This river has some small white water areas with a lot of calm water in between. Choose a canoe, a raft, or a funyak and enjoy a fun trip for the whole family. Hiwassee river, TN is less than ten minutes from your cabin.


For more fun and adventure, check out these great sites:
http://www.ocoeeadventurecenter.com/
http://www.ocoeeriver.biz/
http://www.ocoee-outdoors.com/
http://www.tennesseeoverhill.com/

Recommended Cabins:

The Hiwassee
The Davy Crockett
The Woodsman
The Mountaineer