8 days in Franklin Itinerary

Franklin is a town in Franklin Township, Macon County, North Carolina, United States, within the Nantahala National Forest. Escape the urban bustle at Anna Ruby Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Dry Falls and Pickens Nose. Change things up with these side-trips from Franklin: Sky Valley (Sky Valley Overlook & Sky Valley Country Club and Golf Course), Glen Falls (in Highlands) and Big Laurel Falls (in Otto). Next up on the itinerary: discover the riches below the earth's surface at Rose Creek Mine, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Whiteside Mountain, admire the sheer force of Silver Run Falls, and indulge your thirst for a good beer at Currahee Brewing Company.

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Marietta to Franklin is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. You can also fly; or do a combination of bus, subway, and car. Traveling from Marietta in September, expect a bit cooler with lows of 57°F in Franklin. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to go by car back home.