DISCOVER FRANKLIN, NC
Come discover a place where the mountain peaks reach over one mile in the air to kiss the sky and there are outdoor adventures around every corner.
There's no hustle and bustle of city life. Our pace of life is slow and relaxing. Plus if you want, there's always plenty of fun for every member of the family.
Franklin, NC is known for our wealth of natural beauty. You'll discover magnificent waterfalls & breathtaking mountain vistas. Try your hand at gem mining, go for a trek on the Appalachian Trail, find a fishing hole, explore the mountains on your bike or motorcycle.You'll also discover great shopping including handmade arts & crafts, antiques & much more. Of course, you can always just simply kick your feet up and relax.
UPCOMING EVENTS
There's always plenty to do when you come to Franklin, NC. You're sure to enjoy these and many other upcoming events.
Franklin, North Carolina is just over two hours from many major Southeastern metro areas including Atlanta, GA, Knoxville, TN, along with Greenville & Spartanburg, SC...... the perfect home base to take in all of the attractions of Western North Carolina.
We're the perfect place for your next vacation or weekend getaway.
Places to Stay
Franklin has a wide selection of places to stay for your vacation in the mountains of Western North Carolina. From Hotels to Bed & Breakfasts discover what Franklin, NC has to offer.
Hike the Appalachian and Bartram Trails, grab your bike or lean into the winding mountain roads on your motorcycle, cast your flies for mountain trout or take your game to new heights.
From historic trails to gem mining & museums to the performing arts, you'll find that Franklin, NC has a great variety of activities for the entire family to enjoy and discover.
Each year Franklin, NC hosts some of the most unique festivals in the southeast. Don't miss the celebrations of our heritage and World Famous Pumpkin Roll in October.