THINGS TO DO IN MAGGIE VALLEY NC

The best things to do in Maggie Valley include exploring the cozy shops along the Valley’s main strip, take in the sights of the Blue Ridge Parkway, venture out to Cataloochee Valley in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to see the elk herd, and visit local attractions like Wheels Through Time Museum or Cataloochee Ski Area. Check out more things to do nearby in Haywood County.

Outdoor activities near Maggie Valley include hiking and elk viewing in the Great Smoky Mountains, driving the Blue Ridge Parkway, exploring the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, and enjoying rivers, waterfalls, and scenic overlooks.

Yes. Families can enjoy healthy competition at Fantasy Mini Golf and Maggie Valley Carpet Golf, mine for gems at Maggie Valley Rock Shop & Gem Mine, beat the clock at the Maggie Valley Puzzle Room, up the stakes at The Axe Tavern, or grab a sweet treat at spots like Jelly Bellies Mountain Gift and Maggie Mountaineer Craft. Check out more kid-friendly adventures here.

You can enjoy the outdoors for free in Maggie Valley by heading up to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Cataloochee Valley in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, or at one of the town’s public parks.

Maggie Valley is home to the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, which hosts year-round events like Thunder in the Smokies Motorcycle Rallies, the Southeast Mini-Truckin’ Nationals, the Smoky Mountain Bluegrass Festival, Maggie Valley Fly Fishing Festival, Maggie Valley Crafts Festivals, and much more. To see a full list of upcoming events, take a look at the events calendar.