The paved trail is a great place for walkers, joggers, and bikers.
Pieces were both made in the Appalachian Mountains and shipped directly from Scotland.
Mine For Gems At Mason Mountain Mine
Experiencing gem mining firsthand at Mason Mountain Mine.

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Other places to check out includeMossy Rockfor home decor and gifts;Uptown Galleryfor art; andA Novel Escapebookstore.
Enjoy a pint and dinner from their Hikers Kitchen food truck on their sunny patio.
Sip on a flight and enjoy a view of the water the riverfront beer garden atCurrahee Brewing Company.

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Currahee also offers meals from their onsite barbecue restaurant called Smokejack.
than Motor Company Grill.
The one-of-a-kindroadside restaurantis the creation of Chef Richard E. Long, whos classically trained in European cooking.

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Pair a coffee drink from their espresso bar, and youve got a match made in heaven.
The converted wagons feature twin bunkbeds, a king bed, air conditioning and heat, and electricity.
rosecreekcamping.com; 140 Terrace Ridge Drive, Franklin, NC 28734; 252-286-2008

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