Welcome to Tellico Plains Tennessee
Day Trip Itinerary
MORNING:
Downtown Tellico Plains
MID-DAY:
Cherohala Skyway
Cherokee National Forest
AFTERNOON:
Tellico Community Farmers Market, Charles Hall Museum, and Buck Bald
Weekend Trip Itinerary
FRIDAY:
Tellico Community Farmers Market, Charles Hall Museum, and Buck Bald
SATURDAY:
Downtown Tellico Plains
SUNDAY:
Cherokee National Forest
The two best places to start your day in Tellico Plains are Tellico Grains Bakery for a pastry and Trout Mountain Coffeehouse & Inn for a coffee. While in downtown, check out some of the local shops such as Wren Rock Mercantile and The Bookshelf. A visit to Tellico Goods & Gear may be needed if you are planning to explore the Cherokee National Forest.
Tellico Plains is famous for its mountains and forests which you can explore in two ways. The first is taking a drive on the Cherohala Skyway. Here you can enjoy scenic views from the long and winding road. The second way is spending a day or two camping in the Cherokee National Forest itself. Indian Boundary Lake is a must-see for any length of stay. While in the forest, you can go fishing, hiking, biking, stargazing, bird watching, and even gold panning! When in the forest, be respectful of the animals and their environment.
Once you return to civilization, you can enjoy some more of what Tellico Plains has to offer. Our historically-minded visitors will love the Charles Hall Museum where you can see exhibits on local Appalachian and Native American history. Depending on when you visit, you can also check out the Tellico Community Farmers Market, which is owned by the local Mennonite community. Dining options include Tellico Beach Drive-In and Peach Street Grill. If you haven't had enough natural beauty, head to Buck Bald (which is a 30 minute drive from Tellico) for a gorgeous sunset.