Clarks Chapel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
The Factory
You can take time to visit The Factory during your travels to Franklin. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts
Take the family on an outing to Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts during your trip to Franklin. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine
You can find out about the history of Franklin when you stop by Cherokee Ruby & Sapphire Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Sheffield Mine
Find out about the history of Franklin when you spend time at Sheffield Mine. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Mill Creek Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Franklin at Mill Creek Country Club. Discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine
You can find out about the history of Franklin when you stop by Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.
Activities
Our pick of the best Clarks Chapel Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
Very nice. Better than expected
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sylva - Western Carolina Area by IHG
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Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Mountain Valley Inn Dillard
Clean nice and easy. Room was great and so was the price. Local cafe opposite also great.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Riverfront Cabin, Mountain Views, Fishing, and Hiking!
The host was most receptive and quick to answer all the questions I had. The cabin is right on the river with the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad track straight across. It's peaceful and scenic. The cabin is small and warm. I felt welcomed and hope to visit again!
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Comfort Inn Sylva - Cullowhee
The breakfast is not great but the rooms are clean and it is great if you are a WCU family
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Historic, private log cabin w/ deck, fireplace & wood stove - one dog OK
Cabin is cute and we had a nice weekend. 3 stars is because we were looking forward to the wood stove in the bedroom and it was not operational even though we stayed here in February. The shower was a little rough. Shower curtains on both sides cling to you the whole time you’re in the shower. Also, ...
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
