Ten Reasons to Vacation in Bryson City, North Carolina

A Vacation Spot for All Seasons

By Amy Brantley, published Jul 31, 2007
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Bryson City North Carolina is one of the most beautiful cities in Western North Carolina. Many tourists visit Bryson City North Carolina simply because of its beautiful scenery, but there are so many great things to do in this wonderful town. If you're thinking about visiting Western North Carolina, here are ten reasons to spend your vacation in Bryson City.

Ten Reasons to Vacation in Bryson City North Carolina #1: The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

One of the reasons many people vacation in Bryson City North Carolina is to visit the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. The GSMRR has several different trips to choose from, but all of them take you past beautiful mountain views that can only be seen from the railroad.

Ten Reasons to Vacation in Bryson City North Carolina #2: The Nation's Third Best White Water Paddling Town

In 2007, Bryson City North Carolina was voted as the third best white water paddling town in the nation. Olympic athletes even make the trip to Bryson City, not to vacation but to practice for Olympic events. If you enjoy white water paddling, you really should consider a vacation to this beautiful city.

Ten Reasons to Vacation in Bryson City North Carolina #3: Smoky Mountain Jet Boats

If you love adventure, you definitely need to vacation in Bryson City North Carolina. Smoky Mountain Jet Boats is an experience like no other. You'll be taken on a ride that includes hair pin turns at 60 miles per hour. If you want to increase the adventure, you can choose to take a hike before the boat ride.

Ten Reasons to Vacation in Bryson City North Carolina #4: Freedom Fest

One of the best times to vacation in Bryson City North Carolina is July 4th. On July 4th, the city comes alive with Freedom Fest. During Freedom Fest the town has fireworks, music, contests, and of course great food.

Ten Reasons to Vacation in Bryson City North Carolina #5: Strawberry Jam Festival

Ten Reasons to Vacation in Bryson City, North Carolina

Enjoy horseback riding in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.

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Takeaways
  • Great Smoky Mountain Railroad
  • Third Best White Water Paddling Area in the Nation
  • Beautiful Scenery
Did You Know?
Bryson City offers different festivals throughout the entire year, making it a great vacation spot no matter what time of the year it is.
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Thanks for additional information which will help if I end up in that neck of the woods.

Posted on 09/23/2007 at 11:09:00 AM

 
It does sound beautiful. Love the picture.

Posted on 08/04/2007 at 4:08:00 PM

 
Bryson City sounds wonderful, Amy. You're right that Western North Carolina is breathtaking. I never had a chance to visit Bryson City though. Sophie

Posted on 08/01/2007 at 12:08:00 PM

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