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The Southern Traveler is designed to give you the most accurate information on local southern activites, events, and travel. Visit the site to plan your next vacation, take a daytrip, or just to get the newest updates on the happenings in Tellico Plains, TN and surrounding areas.
Whether you want to hike to the top of cascading waterfalls, bike around gorgeous lakes, or spend time shopping for antiques and visiting museums in the downtown areas…The Southern Traveler will give you the insider’s perspective!

Monday, March 29, 2010

Bald River Falls Hiking



Bald River Falls offers gorgeous views of the falls, and can be enjoyed by almost anyone. The unique waterfalls can be seen from the bridge on the Cherohala Skyway. You can't miss it! The falls seem to be a hot spot area for vacationers to take photographs, kids playing, and hikers and campers along the trail. Get there during the week for some solitude, or try getting there early if you are there on the weekend...the parking places go very quickly.
When standing on the bridge you can feel the mist of the waterfalls in front of you, and on some summer days...you might even see some daredevil kayakers plummet from an opening at the top!
The trail starts at forest road 210 at 1,380 feet elevation and is about 5.6 miles long. There is another back entrance to the trail. Many folks just like to hike to the top of the falls for some amazing photo ops, but the trail goes on farther with beautiful views of the river along the way. On a hot day you cool off in the many swimming holes the river has created...but it is cold water! The trail is also known for great fishing and places to camp.
For maps and more information:
Tellico Ranger District, Cherokee National Forest, 423-253-2520
Local Maps: USGS quad 140SW, Bald River Falls

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Tellico Fish Hatchery



Tellico River is known for some of the best trout fishing, mostly due to the large amount of trout that are released into the wild from the Pheasant Fields Fish Rearing Pools.
Pheasant Fields Fish Rearing Pools
Tellico River Road
Tellico Plains, TN 37385
423-253-2520 Ranger Station
http://www.state.tn.us/twra/

Take the scenic Cherohala Skyway about 17 miles to the entrance of the fish hatchery. The location is slightly past Bald River Falls (also a must see!... The giant falls are easily spotted when driving over the bridge, and offer nearby trails for adventurers and close picture taking).

Next to the fish hatchery is a beautiful spot for pictures! The views of the river are breathtaking, and the trees provide some nice shady spots for picnicking.

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

Spring Specials!

Book now for Spring! It's almost here!

Only 1 availability left for Easter weekend.

We will be hosting a starry-sky bonfire on Saturday, and Sunday scavenger hunt folllowed by brunch!

5K Scenic City Race



This past weekend's Scenic City 5K and 1/2 Marathon Race in Chattanooga, TN yielded $18,000 that was raised for the following charities:

Area 4 Special Olympics
Bethlehem Center
Chattanooga Room in the Inn
Children's Advocacy Center of Hamilton County
Children's Home/Chambliss Shelter
McKamey Animal Care and Adoption Center
Partnership for Families, Children, and Adults
Tennessee Aquarium

Telliquah Falls Log Cabins is a proud supporter of local charities! Our sponsered runner Genvieve de Claire clocked in just after 26 minutes wearing our "Rest Yir' Stumps" racing shirt. Our next 10K charity donation will be announced shortly!