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Oconaluftee Islands Park

Hwy 441, Cherokee, NC
Ranked #4 of 22 attractions in Cherokee
4.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Type: Parks
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Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

My family and I recently spent a weekend in Cherokee to visit with family and do some trout fishing in the Oconaluftee River. We love this park in the middle of Cherokee, North Carolina and it is sentimental to us as well. It is where I asked my wife to marry me with many friends and family in attendance. I... More

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Wilmington, North Carolina
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

At 7:30pm we were entertained with stroytelling by John I believe his name was. A lot of history was taught as well as some myths dispelled. Native Indian dance in authentic attire set the mood as the smoke rose from the fire. Marshmallows for the children afterwards. More

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North Carolina
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

We live about an hour away but we visit this park at least once or twice every year. There is a nice, calm river that kids can play in or ride tubes. Lots of ducks around to feed or just watch. Picnic tables are available and so are pavilions as long as they haven't been reserved. Parking is a bit... More

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Madison
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

There are plenty of picnic tables, benches that you are able to sit and relax. It is very each for children to play in and trout fishing. More

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Waynesville
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

You have to experience this for yourself. Great place for a picnic lunch. Very interesting. More

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Columbus
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6 reviews 6 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012
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What a wonderful stop for the kids! Its that perfect rocky stream to play in! More

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Clarkesville, Georgia
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

whether the river is high or low...swimming, fishing, walking, relaxing, picnicking is available. The town has really regenerated the OIP..... More

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See 6 more reviews by Dolores C for Cherokee
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2011

Great place to walk around and take in the best nature has to offer. More

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Lakemont, Georgia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2011

After a two-hour ride, this park was a good place to walk around. There is a large stand of bamboo trees and a walkway through them. We also enjoyed the Christmas lights. More

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Cherokee, North Carolina
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 October 2011

Wether you like to do a little fishing, hiking, or just playing in the creek, this is a tranquil retreat--and it's free !!! Just pack a picnic lunch. You can't miss it---corner of highway #19 and Tsali Blvd.(hwy#441) Every direction downtown leads to it. The children will never forget the experience---as I---who has been going there for over 60 years... More

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