Lake View Drive, more commonly known as the “Road to Nowhere”, begins just outside Bryson City and runs approximately 6.5 miles inside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Its construction is like that of the Blue Ridge Parkway with many gentle curves and some beautiful vistas. Its destination is, literally, nowhere. The road was never completed after the construction of Fontana Dam, and it ends at the entrance to a tunnel. It’s a fun, short motorcycle ride that leads to some beautiful hiking trails. One set of trails is reached by walking approximately 1200 ft. through the tunnel. Another trail, Noland Creek, begins at a trailhead just before the end of the road. There is ample parking at the trailhead and at the tunnel.
With over 60 cabins and vacation rentals near Bryson City, Sylva, Cullowhee, Bear Lake, and Tuckasegee, NC — Sundog Vacation Rentals is one of the largest rental companies in Western North Carolina and the surrounding areas. The Great Smoky Mountains have so much to offer. Browse our vacation properties, book online today, and rest easy knowing your mountain vacation is on the horizon. Interested in a mountain resort vacation? Several resort destinations are conveniently located to all the outdoor activities and excursions you expect to find in the Blue Ridge mountains. Not ready to book online? Kick start your mountain vacation by speaking to a knowledgeable reservationist today.
he San-Ran Motel, an American owned and operated business since 1968, is located at 253 Rodney Orr Bypass (US 129) in Robbinsville, North Carolina in the heart of Graham County. We offer newly renovated, quality, clean rooms at reasonable rates. We provide secure off-street private parking with room for trailers and covered parking for motorcycles. A grocery, drug stores and several restaurants are with-in walking distance.
The San-Ran is only 20 minutes from the Tail of the Dragon and the Cherohala Skyway. Also nearby is the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, the Appalachian Trail, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Lake Santeetlah, Fontana Dam, Fontana Lake, the Blue Ridge Parkway and whitewater rafting. Many other attractions such as the Cherokee Gambling Casino and the Smoky Mountain Railroad are within an hours drive.
Each room is equipped with a microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, BBQ grill and Direct TV and are spacious enough for all your riding gear. Park your bikes outside your door under our covered porch.
Stay at one of the oldest private campgrounds in Western North Carolina. 80 plus years of peaceful relaxation. Tucked up in a valley at 2,000 ft. above sea level you will be next to a beautiful state stock Panther Creek that falls into Lake Fontana. Catch Rainbow trout , Brook trout, and Brown trout right from your camp site. Where the star’s are bigger and brighter because you are no where near city lights. No highway noise, just creek and crickets. Hiking trails from campground.
Feel the peace of God’s great Earthly Creation as your Cares float down the creek. Off the beaten Path, our valley is home to Panther Creek. We can’t wait to meet you!
We are just minutes away from some of the best things to do in the smokies. Fishing, water skiing and tubing in Lake Fontana, fast cars in Deal’s Gap and Tail of the Dragon, Whitewater rafting in the Nantahala river, The Smokey Mountain National Park, Deep creek tubing, Shopping in Bryson City, The Smokey Mountain Railroad, Joyce Kilmer Forest, Cherokee NC, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino, Tsali Mountain Bike recreational area and The Appalachian Trail.
Discover really good food at Snowbird Mountain Lodge.
Innovative menus and enticing surroundings await you on the mountain.
Embrace The Nostalgia of Simpler Times
with a crackling fire in a historic lodge, walls lined with books, and a Mountain View beyond measure. Add in really good food with ingredients from farms and growers close by, sitting in classic rockers on the deck, or sipping your favorite cocktail while sharing laughter, and you have found Snowbird. A place where connection, intention, and nature are abundant and welcome you with open arms.
Brick-walled daytime deli serving an array of international sandwiches, plus soups, salads & sweets. We Would Like For Your Dining Experience With Us To Be As Memorable As Your Visit To Our Beautiful Mountain Town. With Our Made To Order Sandwiches, Salads, Soups And Desserts, We Stand By Our Saying “Let R Deli Fill Yer Belly”! So Stop By And Let Us Satisfy Your Appetite, With Not Only Fresh Quality Food, But Also Outstanding Customer Service.
We are a family owned & operated restaurant. Freshly hand patty hamburgers to fresh vegetable & home cooked dinners.
Burgers, Sandwiches, Salads, fries
Robbinsville, North Carolina has come a long way in the past few years and really appreciates the many motorcycle riders who have made this area a destination in their travel plans. Not only do we have the best roads, good old southern hospitality, and a great riding season, but now we offer special accommodations for riders who visit us.
Each inn room has its own motorcycle garage to keep your bike out of the weather.
Conveniently located three miles south of Robbinsville on US129. Just 20 miles to the famous 318 curves in 11 miles of the TAIL OF THE DRAGON at DEALS GAP, 15 miles to the mile high CHEROHALA SKYWAY, 10 miles to the NANTAHALA GORGE and the twisties of WAYAH ROAD, 11 miles to MOONSHINER 28 and 35 miles to CHEROKEE and the BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY.
Enjoy a complimentary award winning country breakfast served in your own private room. Four decks with creek views for your enjoyment. Gas grill, campfire area, hot tub, hiking trails just to name a few of the amenities right out the front door. Private entrance, fridge and microwave and tv in each room. Jetted bathtub and outdoor hot tub.
If you want to ride the same roads as the Prohibition Era moonshiners, put the “Moonshiner 28” run on your touring calendar. This 103-mile route begins at US 129 at the “Tail of the Dragon,” and meanders southeastward through North Carolina and into upstate South Carolina. In contrast to The Dragon’s non-stop twists and turns, Moonshiner 28 offers a 55-mph speed limit for the majority of your ride.
As you cruise along, you’ll encounter a nice mix of twists and turns, sweeping arcs, and memorable scenery. Shortly after you begin the trip, for example, you’ll arrive at the massive Fontana Dam. Here, you’ll enjoy a bird’s eye view of beautiful Fontana Lake and Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Heading toward Highlands in southern North Carolina, you’ll see the notable Cullasaja Falls that cascades downward in a 250-foot drop. Further along, you’ll encounter Dry Falls, a popular destination for travelers of all ages. Enjoy an easy hike from the parking lot, and wind your way downward to the impressive 75-foot waterfall. For an experience you won’t forget, stand under the roaring falls and take in the sights and sounds.
Finally, Moonshiner 28 takes you on a leisurely trek through Georgia and South Carolina, with the quiet town of Walhalla marking the end of your trip. Throughout your ride, you’ll find basic to super-nice accommodations and an enticing assortment of antique and craft shops. If you’re looking for a hearty meal to fuel your travels, you’ll find plenty of options to suite your tastes.
The highest and longest continuous route in the Appalachians, the Blue Ridge Parkway runs for 469 miles through North Carolina and Virginia. It has 26 tunnels, 168 bridges, and 6 viaducts. The Southern end of the Parkway is just 10 miles from Bryson City at Milepost 469. The 90 miles between there and Asheville is thought by many to be the most scenic. There are many overlooks where you can stop and enjoy the amazing vistas, and the Parkway has a 45 MPH speed limit which makes this ride very relaxing.
Rivers Edge Treehouse Resort offers comfort and style, feel at one with the trees in an outdoor, “back to nature” setting.
Located on the Cheoah River near Robbinsville, North Carolina, this vacation experience is surrounded in all directions by scenery that would make a professional photographer envious.
We are excited for the chance to once again share the beautiful part of the North Carolina Smokies we call “home” with our guests. This year we will celebrate our 8th season and we look forward to greeting returning guests and meeting new friends who will be staying with us for the first time. To make your “river experience” more fun, we’ve added rock steps down to the Cheoah… easy access for any who want to cool off after a day of adventuring. Also new this year, “Grab and Go Lunches” from our favorite restaurant, The Willow Tree! Order your sack lunch ($11) or gourmet hiker’s pack for two (starting at $40) by 9pm the evening before and pick up Thursdays, Fridays, or Saturdays between 10am and noon at The Willow Tree. Full details and menus coming soon!
The Kickstand Lodge is a motorcycle riders resort in Stecoah, North Carolina.Located in the Smoky Mountains, surrounded by the best riding in the southeast, the Kickstand Lodge is a great destination for a weekend get-away or a week long stay. There are plenty of attractions in the area to provide you with a new destination for each day of your visit to the Smoky Mountains.
Stay in one of our cabins, bunkhouses or pitch your own tent and enjoy the camaraderie of other motorcycle enthusiasts.
Centrally located in the middle of the Fontana Village Resort, the Wildwood Grill offers a warm and charming ambience, wonderful food, and friendly service. Whether you dine on the lively patio or settle into a cozy table inside, the Wildwood Grill delivers an unequaled mountain view with music, food, and great friends!
Join us for lunch or dinner. Stay close and relax after a casual meal near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. The Grill is the front door to everything happening in Fontana Village Resort. The Wildwood Grill is open seasonally from Spring through Fall.
Gather your group for the daily recap and tell tales of disc golf wins, fish pulled from Fontana Lake, and the amazing sights of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.
Bring the amazing food of the Grill to your camping hotspot by calling for take-out.
The Cabins in the Woods is a gorgeous property nestled above Stecoah Valley just off NC-28. With some of the most spectacular scenery in Western North Carolina, we are situated in the center of all the outdoor activities you could want. The views are fantastic, and the laid back atmosphere makes your cares float away on a gentle mountain breeze.
Fine Dining Italian Cuisine:
Dinner Menu
Pasta Dishes: All Come with Soup or Salad and Bread Basket
Soup: Pasta E. Fagioli, 2 soup of the day
Salad Dressing: House Balsamic Italian, Ranch, or Caesar. We also have Bleu Cheese, Thousand Island, and Honey Mustard.
-Spaghetti (marinara, alfredo, meatsauce, meatballs, or italian sausage 9.95-10.95
-Tortellini: 1) Baked with Meatsauce and Alfredo
2) Alfini: alfredo tortellini with mushrooms and green & red peppers 13.50
-Vegtable and Meat Lasagna* 12.95
-Blackened Pasta: Alfredo sauce, peppers and tomatoes 1) Cajun Style Chicken with Penne Noodles* 2) Cajun Shrimp with Fettucini Noodles 14.95
-Artichoke Fettucini Pasta with Mushrooms and Tomatoes with a Garlic and Olive Oil Pasta 13.50
-Pasta Primavera: Alfredo Penne with carrrots, mushrooms and peppers
ENTREES:
Sterling Silver Steaks:
12-14oz 18.95 Ribeye, NY Strip, Prime Rib*(Friday/Saturday Only)
10-12oz 23.95 Filet Mignon
Chicken Dishes: 14.95
Hand-Breaded Chicken Parmigiana*, Pasqualino’s Famous Chicken, Chicken Cacciatore, Chicken Puttanesca, Chicken Marsala, and Chicken Cordon Bleu.
Veal Marsala 18.95
Our Marsala’s come made with a strong Marsala Wine. Taste doesn’t suit ALL.
All Entrees come with your choice of Soup or Salad as well as Spaghetti with Marinara or Spaghetti with Alfredo. Choice of Baked Potato to substitute Spaghetti on Friday/Saturdays Only.
DESSERTS: New York Cheesecake, French Silk Pie, Tiramisu, and Cannoli
We Do not Make our Desserts but they are the BEST quality.
FULL SERVICE BAR INLCUDE:
Mixed Drinks, Wine, Fresh Made Sangria, and Beer
Beer: 3-3.50
Budweiser, Bud Light, Michelob Ultra, Michelob Light, Bavaria, Odoyls, and Bass.
Ask about our Drink Specials.
OUR TEAM:
We are dedicated to our Customers and their Satisfaction. We as a TEAM will do our best to ensure that your visit to our restaurant will be not only be the BEST, but Definitely not your Last. If you are in need of service, let Any of our Servers Know. As a Team, we can ensure Better Service than an individual. As for the Owners, Nancy and/or Pascual are there for you at All times to ensure that your Dinner will be what you deserve.