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Jackson County Chamber and Visitor Center

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Located in the midst of the Great Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina, Jackson County is the ideal location for your next mountain getaway. Located in the North Carolina Mountains and right in the midst of the Great Smoky Mountains, Jackson County is the ideal location for your next mountain getaway. Whatever it is you are looking for, we have it, from great accommodations, including cabin r

entals, to wonderful activities, including rafting, hiking, fishing, golf, skiing, and camping. Once you’ve found the right place to stay, whether it is a quaint Great Smoky Mountain cabin, or a friendly bed & breakfast, you will be ready to start you adventure in the North Carolina Mountains. If you enjoy fishing, the Tuckasegee River and many lakes and streams offer superb options, or you can take in the mountain scenery and wildlife on one of the area’s many hiking trails. Maybe you want to test your golf game and you can do just that on one of Jackson County’s many classic mountain golf courses. Journey back to the days of yesteryear as Dillsboro presents its annual Festival of Lights and Luminaries. Experience the magic as the entire town is transformed into a winter wonderland of lights, candles, laughter and song! 2500 luminaries light your way to shops and studios. Horse and buggy rides available each night from 5-8 pm (cost + tips). Shopkeepers provide live music and serve holiday treats with hot cider and cocoa. Carolers sing and children visit with Santa at Town Hall. When you plan your next mountain vacation to Jackson County and the Great Smoky Mountains, you will want to be sure that you select just the right accommodations for your visit. The options here in the North Carolina Mountains are certainly diverse and offer something for everyone and every budget. There’s so much just waiting for you to enjoy in North Carolina’s Great Smoky Mountains. Request a NC Mountains Visitors Guide: http://tourism.mountainlovers.com/info

08/12/2025

Exciting grant opportunities from Jackson County Green Energy Park!

The 2025/2026 Jackson County Grassroots Arts Funding Grants Program opens this coming Friday Aug 15th. Go to : jcgep.org for links to the program details. Spread the word and get your applications in.

08/12/2025

Our new fall flavors have arrived! Come by and get your Apple Butter, Pumpkin Butter, and Christmas Jam! Only $6!

08/12/2025

Live Music + Local Flavor = The Perfect Friday Night!
Join us this Friday for Concerts on the Creek from 7–9 p.m. at Bridge Park for a summer evening featuring live music by Dashboard Blue and an amazing lineup of local food, drinks, and treats!
Vendors:
Ben’s Backdraft BBQ
Dogs on Wheels
Glazed & Infused
Frios Popsicles
Balsam Falls Brewing Company
Innovation Brewing
Bring your friends, grab a bite, and enjoy the vibes under the stars. Live music. Great food. Good company. Good Community.
At Bridge Park | 7–9 PM | This Friday

08/11/2025

Our first Chamber Connects event was a big success! Thank you to all our members that were able to join us! Thank you Brown Haven Homes for being our host!
Look for your invitation to our next Chamber Connects!
📷 Flyby Framez Drone Photography

08/11/2025

🎶 Live Music Alert! 🎶
Get ready, Sylva! Concerts on the Creek is bringing the high-energy sounds of Dashboard Blue to Bridge Park on Friday, August 15, from 7–9 PM—and it’s totally FREE!

🔥 From Rock & R&B to Motown, Disco, Funk, and Country, this Asheville-based five-piece band knows how to get the crowd moving with tight harmonies and danceable grooves.

✨ Event Perks:
📍 Bridge Park, Sylva, NC
🗓 Fri, Aug 15, 2025 | ⏰ 7–9 PM
💲 FREE admission
🍔 Food & drinks vendors on-site
🐶 Leashed dogs welcome
🪑 Bring a blanket or lawn chair

🎸 Whether you’re a longtime fan or just looking for a fun summer night out, this is one concert you won’t want to miss!

08/11/2025

Laurie Bryson is our August Ambassador of the Month! Thank you, Laurie, for your service to the Jackson County Chamber and our community!

08/10/2025

Excited to see 7th Annual Hands on Jackson coming up! Great way to be of service to our community. More information below.

08/10/2025

08/09/2025

Always glad to have Western Carolina University students, families and staff drop by the visitors center. Have a great year. Go Cats!

08/09/2025

Welcome Cats!

We are so excited to welcome our newest class of Catamounts to campus! The coming weeks will be full of new experiences and exciting adventures, and the first crucial part of that journey is getting settled.

08/08/2025

Our first Chamber Connects event, hosted by Brown Haven Homes, was a lot of fun! We are so excited to see our members Connecting!

08/08/2025

Journeys School for the Gifted and Talented Celebrates Grand Opening with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony. The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and the Cashiers Area Chamber of Commerce co-hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, August 8, at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate the grand opening of Journeys School for the Gifted and Talented. The event took place at the school’s new campus, located at 414 Skyland Drive, Sylva, NC 28779. Thank you to our wonderful Ambassadors for their participation.

The mission of Journeys School for the Gifted and Talented is to provide exceptional education to exceptional students in an exceptional school. Guests had the opportunity to meet Journeys staff, families, and supporters, as well as tour the newly opened campus.

For more information about the school or to schedule a campus visit, please contact Brianne Hudak, Head of School, at [email protected] or (828) 398-0112.

Address

773 W Main Street
Sylva, NC
28779

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(800) 962-1911

Website

http://mountainlovers.com/

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Located in the North Carolina mountains and right in the midst of the Great Smoky Mountains, Jackson County is the ideal location for your next mountain getaway. Whatever it is you are looking for, we have it, from great accommodations, including cabin rentals, to wonderful activities, including rafting, hiking, fishing, golf, skiing, and camping. Once you’ve found the right place to stay, whether it is a quaint Great Smoky Mountain cabin, or a friendly bed & breakfast, you will be ready to start you adventure in the North Carolina Mountains. If you enjoy fishing, the Tuckaseigee River and many lakes and streams offer superb options, or you can take in the mountain scenery and wildlife on one of the area’s many hiking trails. Maybe you want to test your golf game and you can do just that on one of Jackson County’s many classic mountain golf courses. Journey back to the days of yesteryear as Dillsboro presents its annual Festival of Lights and Luminaries. Experience the magic as the entire town is transformed into a winter wonderland of lights, candles, laughter and song! 2500 luminaries light your way to shops and studios. Horse and buggy rides available each night from 5-8 pm (cost + tips). Shopkeepers provide live music and serve holiday treats with hot cider and cocoa. Carolers sing and children visit with Santa at Town Hall. When you plan your next mountain vacation to Jackson County and the Great Smoky Mountains, you will want to be sure that you select just the right accommodations for your visit. The options here in the North Carolina Mountains are certainly diverse and offer something for everyone and every budget. There’s so much just waiting for you to enjoy in North Carolina’s Great Smoky Mountains. Request a NC Mountains Visitors Guide by visiting www.mountainlovers.com.